North Korea’s Kim ‘guided’ submarine-launched cruise missile test: KCNA

Second test of weapon in days as North Korea accelerates efforts to modernise its navy.

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Australia’s pro-Palestinian activists to continue targeting Israeli ships

A blockade eventually broken up by police stopped the Israeli-owned ZIM Ganges from reaching Melbourne port for days.

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China’s property giant Evergrande ordered to liquidate as debt talks fail

Hong Kong court orders developer to wind up after finding company has no viable restructuring plan.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/1/29/chinas-property-giant-evergrande-ordered-to-liquidate-as-debt-talks-fail?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 704

As the war enters its 704th day, these are the main developments.

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Stories of ‘beating the odds’ in China draw dark responses from wary public

Wave of online scepticism about two stories of survival and success in China point to deeper public dissatisfaction.

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Filipinos in Hong Kong were promised a new life in Poland. It never came

Two-part Al Jazeera investigation reveals claims of deception by recruiters working across multiple countries.

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‘Can’t stop’: US teen’s family seeks elusive justice in West Bank killing

US has been accused of failing to hold Israel accountable for the killings of its citizens, despite mounting pressure.

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US court hears civil case accusing Biden of ‘complicity’ in Gaza ‘genocide’

Plaintiffs want the federal court to urge the US to use its influence to get Israel to end its hostilities in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/26/us-court-hears-civil-case-accusing-biden-of-complicity-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss

North Korea says tested new type of cruise missile with nuclear capability

State news agency says Pulhwasal-3-31 cruise missile is still in its development phase.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 701

As the war enters its 701st day, these are the main developments.

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‘Traitor’: Thousands strike against Argentina’s President Javier Milei

Organised by Argentina’s largest labour union, the walk-out brought cities to a halt in protest of far-right reforms.

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More than 70 dead in artisanal mine collapse in Mali

Despite the dangers, small-scale unregulated mines continue to flourish and attract thousands of gold miners.

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‘Might get worse’: As Modi unveils Ram temple, Indian Muslims fear future

As a celebratory atmosphere envelops much of India, many among its 200 million Muslims wonder what’s next for them.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 698

As the war enters its 698th day, these are the main developments.

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Reporter’s Notebook: Covering an anti-war protest in Israel

Videographer Alasdair Brenard recounts being at Israel's first-ever anti-war rally since the war began.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/editorial/2024/1/21/reporters-notebook-covering-an-first-antiwar-protest-in-israel?traffic_source=rss

Ron DeSantis drops out of US presidential race, endorses Trump

DeSantis struggled to connect with voters on a personal level and lost heavily in the Iowa caucuses.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/21/ron-desantis-drops-out-of-us-presidential-race-endorses-trump?traffic_source=rss

Los Angeles Times to lay off ‘significant’ number of employees, union says

LA Times Guild announces one-day walk-out to protest planned layoffs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/19/los-angeles-times-to-lay-off-significant-number-of-employees-union-says?traffic_source=rss

US says ‘not at war’ with Houthis; Biden admits strikes not halting attacks

Remarks after US conducted its fifth round of strikes against targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

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‘So sad and scared’: Asylum fears mount as White House hints at border deal

Biden White House wants lawmakers to approve Ukraine aid, which Republicans have premised on new asylum restrictions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/18/so-sad-and-scared-asylum-fears-mount-as-white-house-hints-at-border-deal?traffic_source=rss

Palestine boost Asian Cup knockout hopes after draw with UAE

Palestine frustrated by 10-man UAE at Asian Cup but a 1-1 draw gives them hope going into the final group game.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/1/18/palestine-boost-afc-asian-cup-2023-knockout-hopes-after-draw-with-uae?traffic_source=rss

Pakistan attacks ‘terrorist hideouts’ in Iran

Pakistan says it has attacked several “terrorist hideouts” in Iran.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/1/18/pakistan-attacks-terrorist-hideouts-in-iran?traffic_source=rss

Pakistan launches ‘precise’ military strikes on Iran in response to bombing

Pakistan says it targeted hideouts of armed groups in Iran in a series of attacks on Thursday morning.

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As PM, India’s Modi secretly tried to massively cut state funds

Revelation came from a top gov't official who also said budgets have 'layers and layers of attempt to cover the truth'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/1/18/as-pm-indias-modi-secretly-tried-to-massively-cut-state-funds?traffic_source=rss

Biden ‘playing with fire’ by redesignating Yemen’s Houthis as ‘terrorists’

Advocates say labelling Houthis a 'global terrorist group' risks worsening already dire humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/17/biden-playing-with-fire-by-redesignating-yemens-houthis-as-terrorists?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 691

Here is the situation as the war enters its 691st day.

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North Korea says it tested solid-fuel missile with hypersonic warhead

Latest test ratchets up tensions days after Kim Jong Un designated South Korea as an enemy state.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/15/north-korea-says-it-tested-solid-fuel-missile-with-hypersonic-warhead?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 689

As the war enters its 689th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/14/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-689?traffic_source=rss

Namibia condemns Germany for defending Israel in ICJ genocide case

Namibia says Germany has failed to 'draw lessons from its horrific history' by supporting Israel at the ICJ.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/14/namibia-condemns-germany-for-defending-israel-in-icj-genocide-case?traffic_source=rss

No money for meat, so we eat rats: The Indian snake catcher

A snake catcher earns a steady income for only half the year, but his small abode always has room for one more.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/longform/2024/1/13/no-money-for-meat-so-we-eat-rats-the-indian-snake-catcher?traffic_source=rss

Republican caucuses? Iowa’s Arabs and Muslims are more concerned with Gaza

Alienated by Republicans, some Arab American advocates in Iowa say they will not vote for President Joe Biden either.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/13/republican-caucuses-iowas-arabs-and-muslims-are-more-concerned-with-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Prosecutors in Peru seek 34-year sentence for ex-President Castillo

Former President Pedro Castillo is accused of 'carrying out a coup' after he attempted to dissolve Congress in 2022.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/12/prosecutors-in-peru-seek-34-year-sentence-for-ex-president-castillo?traffic_source=rss

‘Dangerous’: US attacks on Yemen’s Houthis belie push for de-escalation

US acting as 'arsonist and firefighter', experts say, by urging Middle East de-escalation but backing Israel's Gaza war.

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‘Election engineering’: Is Pakistan’s February vote already rigged?

Even with Pakistan's chequered electoral history, some analysts believe the coming vote might be the most unfree yet.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/12/election-engineering-is-pakistans-february-vote-already-rigged?traffic_source=rss

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Will India, the ‘sleeping giant’ of football, wake up?

As India plays its second consecutive Asian Cup, expectations remain low for the team that hasn't won major titles.

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‘A country but not a country’: Taiwan prepares to vote in China’s shadow

Some 63 percent of Taiwan's people identify as Taiwanese, but it might not affect the outcome of Saturday's vote.

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Gaza daily deaths exceed all other major conflicts in 21st century: Oxfam

Human Rights Watch also says Israel’s war has included 'acts of collective punishment that amount to war crimes'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/11/gaza-daily-deaths-exceed-all-other-major-conflicts-in-21st-century-oxfam?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 687

As the war enters its 687th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/11/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-687?traffic_source=rss

UN Security Council demands Houthis stop Red Sea shipping attacks

Resolution backed by 11 members also calls for the immediate release of the seized Galaxy Leader's multinational crew.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/11/un-security-council-demands-houthis-stop-red-sea-shipping-attacks?traffic_source=rss

‘Still no endgame’ as Blinken concludes latest Middle East tour: Analysts

Critics question whether Blinken's trip is an exercise in 'face-saving' as US faces criticism over stance in Gaza war.

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South Africa takes Israel to the ICJ claiming genocide in Gaza

South Africa is taking Israel to the International Court of Justice accusing it of crimes of genocide in Gaza

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/1/10/south-africa-takes-israel-to-the-icj-claiming-genocide-in?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 684

As the war enters its 684th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/8/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-684?traffic_source=rss

Sheikh Hasina wins fifth term in Bangladesh amid turnout controversy

Questions raised over official turnout of 40 percent after opposition boycott call and reports of empty polling centres.

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A poll with outsize importance: What to know about Taiwan’s election

Taiwanese voters will choose their next president and legislature on January 13. China and the US will be watching.

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Blinken says Palestinians displaced in Gaza must be able to return home

In Doha, the top US diplomat rejected Israeli officials' comments calling for mass displacement of Gaza residents.

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US defence chief promises transparency amid secrecy around hospital stay

Lloyd Austin went to hospital for elective surgery on January 1 but the White House was not notified.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/7/us-defence-chief-promises-transparency-amid-secrecy-around-hospital-stay?traffic_source=rss

Woman in her 90s pulled alive from rubble of Japan earthquake

The 7.6 quake struck on New Year's Day, causing extensive damage to communities on the Noto Peninsula.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 683

As the war enters its 683rd day, these are the main developments.

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Thousands protest in Israel demanding captive release, government to resign

Protesters angry at the government rallied in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem calling for return of captives held in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/6/thousands-protest-in-israel-demanding-captive-release-government-to-resign?traffic_source=rss

Who was Saleh al-Arouri, the Hamas leader killed in Beirut?

Killing of the deputy chief of Hamas’s political bureau could spark retaliation from Hamas and Hezbollah.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 679

As the war enters its 679th day, these are the main developments.

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China targets friendly media, diplomats to ‘tell story of Xinjiang’

Beijing organises visits to region where it is accused of potential crimes against humanity, but not all are convinced.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/2/china-targets-friendly-media-diplomats-to-tell-story-of-xinjiang?traffic_source=rss

Names linked to Jeffrey Epstein set to be made public: All you need to know

Previously sealed court documents are expected to include names of more than 150 people linked to disgraced financier.

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South Korean opposition leader stabbed in neck, rushed to hospital

Lee Jae-myung was attacked as he spoke to reporters during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 678

As the war enters its 678th day, these are the main developments.

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US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions.

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Ethiopia signs agreement to use Somaliland’s Red Sea port

The deal will pave the way for the landlocked country to use the port of Berbera.

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