Harris says Trump’s comments about women are ‘very offensive’

Vice president attacks former president after he says he will 'protect women whether they like it or not'.

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Africa CDC warns mpox is not under control, appeals for resources

AU health watchdog's chief has said mpox outbreak is 'still on the upward trend generally' as cases spread.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/31/africa-cdc-warns-mpox-is-not-under-control-appeals-for-resources?traffic_source=rss

North Korea launches ballistic missile towards the sea, South Korea says

North Korea may have test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile, South Korea media report.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/30/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missile-towards-the-sea-south-korea-says?traffic_source=rss

Former FTX executive Nishad Singh spared prison for cooperation

Singh had testified as a prosecution witness in the trial that led to FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's conviction.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/30/former-ftx-executive-nishad-singh-spared-prison-for-cooperation?traffic_source=rss

‘Not who we are’: Harris seeks finish line push at crowded US capital rally

Democrat gave her 'closing argument' speech at the Ellipse, where Donald Trump riled up supporters on January 6, 2021.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/30/not-who-we-are-harris-seeks-finish-line-push-at-crowded-us-capital-rally?traffic_source=rss

US tech stocks send Nasdaq to hit record high, as Alphabet beats forecasts

Tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index rises 0.8 percent as investors bet on strong earnings from Meta, Amazon and Microsoft.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/30/us-tech-stocks-send-nasdaq-to-hit-record-high-as-alphabet-beats-forecasts?traffic_source=rss

Harris makes final pitch to voters one week before US election

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris made her final pitch to voters one week before the US election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/10/30/harris-makes-final-pitch-to-voters-one-week-before-us-election?traffic_source=rss

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia war is being pushed ‘beyond borders’

Ukrainian president's remarks come as a number of North Korean troops arrive in Russia's Kursk region.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/29/ukraines-zelenskyy-says-russia-war-is-being-pushed-beyond-borders?traffic_source=rss

More than one in three tree species at risk of extinction: Report

The International Union for Conservation of Nature says tree species are at risk of extinction in 192 countries.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/28/more-than-one-in-three-tree-species-at-risk-of-extinction-report?traffic_source=rss

Sudanese people living through ‘nightmare of violence, hunger’: UN chief

Antonio Guterres says millions going hungry and others face atrocities amid escalating attacks by rival forces.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/28/sudanese-people-living-through-nightmare-of-violence-hunger-un-chief?traffic_source=rss

Uruguay headed for run-off vote in presidential race, forecasts suggest

Leftist history teacher and centre-right veterinarian set for run-off vote next month, according to pollsters.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/28/uruguay-headed-for-run-off-vote-in-presidential-race-forecasts-suggest?traffic_source=rss

Bulgaria centre right leads in snap vote, fails to win majority: Exit polls

GERB party in the lead in parliamentary elections, but falls short of majority needed to end political instability.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/27/bulgaria-centre-right-leads-in-snap-vote-fails-to-win-majority-exit-polls?traffic_source=rss

Bangladesh’s new outcasts: Students from ex-PM Hasina’s party now in hiding

Until August, they dominated college campuses and were accused of leading violent mobs against anti-Hasina protesters.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/27/once-powerful-student-members-of-hasinas-party-bangladeshs-new-outcastes?traffic_source=rss

Will Iran respond to Israel’s latest attack?

Israel attacked Iran early on Saturday and said its objectives have been achieved.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/26/will-iran-respond-to-israels-latest-attack?traffic_source=rss

Venezuelan opposition activist found dead after detention: Political party

The Voluntad Popular party blames the Maduro government for death of co-founder Edwin Santos.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/25/venezuelan-opposition-activist-found-dead-after-detention-political-party?traffic_source=rss

Biden apologises for ‘sin’ of Indigenous boarding school abuses

Forced assimilation policy is a 'sin on our soul', said Biden in first-ever visit to Native American country.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/25/biden-apologises-for-sin-of-indigenous-boarding-school-abuses?traffic_source=rss

Biden to apologise for Indigenous boarding school policy in US

Other countries including Canada and Australia have said sorry for previous policies of forced assimilation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/25/biden-to-apologise-for-indigenous-boarding-school-policy-in-us?traffic_source=rss

Hurricane Helene damage estimated at $53bn, as US relief bill passes

North Carolina lawmakers have passed almost $900m in disaster relief, but that's still way short of likely cost.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/24/hurricane-helene-damage-estimated-at-53bn-as-us-relief-bill-passes?traffic_source=rss

Why is Israel targeting Al Jazeera correspondents in Gaza?

Israel accuses six Al Jazeera journalists of being members of Palestinian armed groups.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/24/why-is-israel-targeting-al-jazeera-correspondents-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss

US charges Venezuelan media tycoon with money laundering

Raul Gorrin Belisario, owner of Globovision, allegedly took part in $1.2bn scheme to launder corrupt oil money.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/23/us-charges-venezuelan-media-tycoon-with-money-laundering?traffic_source=rss

Gisele Pelicot tells mass rape trial ‘it’s not us who should feel shame’

Addressing French court for second time, Pelicot says she's determined to change how society confronts sexual violence.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/23/gisele-pelicot-tells-mass-rape-trial-its-not-us-who-should-feel-shame?traffic_source=rss

Giuliani ordered to hand over New York apartment to defamed election staff

Former New York mayor was one of many associates of Donald Trump who made false claims over 2020 election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/23/giuliani-ordered-to-hand-over-new-york-apartment-to-defamed-election-staff?traffic_source=rss

McDonald’s linked to one death, dozens of food poisonings in US

At least 49 people sickened after E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s quarter pounders, health officials say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/23/mcdonalds-linked-to-one-death-dozens-of-food-poisonings-in-us?traffic_source=rss

US official hails Panama decree to strip sanctioned ships of registration

Stricter registration policies by the world's largest ship registry come amid a push to crack down on oil smuggling.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/22/us-welcomes-panamas-decree-to-strip-sanctioned-ships-of-registration?traffic_source=rss

Suspected Venezuelan gang members arrested fleeing New York state police

The two men are believed to be members of the Tren de Aragua gang.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/22/suspected-venezuelan-gang-members-arrested-fleeing-new-york-state-police?traffic_source=rss

Brazil victims of mining disaster take BHP to court in London

Victims of the worst environmental disaster in Brazil have filed a class action lawsuit seeking $47bn in damages.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/21/brazil-victims-of-mining-disaster-take-bhp-to-court-in-london?traffic_source=rss

Can BRICS offer a counterbalance to the existing world order?

Partnership representing more 40 percent of the world's population doubles in strength.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/21/can-brics-offer-a-counterbalance-to-the-existing-world-order?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 969

As the war enters its 969th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/21/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-969?traffic_source=rss

Trump visits McDonald’s as Harris speaks to churchgoers in swing state push

US presidential candidates zero in on battleground states of Pennsylvania and Georgia as Election Day nears.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/20/trump-visits-mcdonalds-as-harris-speaks-to-churchgoers-in-swing-state-push?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 968

As the war enters its 968th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/20/russia-ukraine-conflict-list-of-key-events-day-968?traffic_source=rss

State of the race: Five takeaways 17 days out from the US election

What's the latest on the race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump? Al Jazeera breaks down the week's election news.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/20/state-of-the-race-five-takeaways-seventeen-days-out-from-us-election?traffic_source=rss

Kamala Harris’s campaign flexes celebrity support in Detroit and Atlanta

As Harris continues her tour through US swing states, musicians Usher and Lizzo campaign on her behalf.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/19/kamala-harriss-campaign-flexes-celebrity-support-in-detroit-and-atlanta?traffic_source=rss

Muslims join Buddhist, Christian fighters to topple Myanmar’s military

Muslims join fight under multiethnic leadership as groups once marginalized are embraced by Myanmar’s revolution.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/10/19/muslims-join-buddhist-christian-fighters-to-topple-myanmars-military?traffic_source=rss

What is gerrymandering in US elections? What to know in 500 words

Gerrymandering, the partisan redrawing of voting districts, is as old as the US and yet is still part of its elections.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/18/what-is-gerrymandering-in-us-elections-what-to-know-in-500-words?traffic_source=rss

Maduro ally freed in US prisoner exchange joins government cabinet

Colombian businessman Alex Saab will become new industry minister, in latest cabinet change since contested election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/18/maduro-ally-freed-in-us-prisoner-exchange-joins-government-cabinet?traffic_source=rss

‘There is no day after’: What US, Israel want for Gaza after Sinwar’s death

Analysts say US push for Gaza post-war phase is 'unrealistic' as Israel vows to continue fighting in besieged territory.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/18/there-is-no-day-after-what-us-israel-want-for-gaza-after-sinwars-death?traffic_source=rss

US charges Indian government employee in foiled Sikh separatist murder plot

Case revolves around what the US says was an attempt to kill prominent Sikh separatist leader, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/18/us-charges-indian-government-employee-in-foiled-sikh-separatist-murder-plot?traffic_source=rss

Former Canadian Olympian charged in major US cocaine-smuggling case

Snowboarder Ryan Wedding and 15 others are accused of shipping 60 tonnes of cocaine a year to the US and Canada.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/17/former-canadian-olympian-charged-in-major-us-cocaine-smuggling-case?traffic_source=rss

Preview: New Zealand vs West Indies – Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal

West Indies won the tournament in 2016, while New Zealand will be hoping to enter their first final since 2010.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/10/17/new-zealand-vs-west-indies-womens-t20-world-cup-2024-semifinal-match-time-teams-head-to-head-weather?traffic_source=rss

Kenya impeaches deputy president over ‘corruption, undermining government’

Rigathi Gachagua, who has fallen out with President Ruto, was too ill to attend proceedings, his lawyers said.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/17/kenya-impeaches-deputy-president-over-corruption-undermining-government?traffic_source=rss

Former One Direction member Liam Payne found dead in Buenos Aires

Police say 31-year-old singer, who gained fame in pop supergroup, fell to death from a hotel in Argentina's capital.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/16/former-one-direction-member-liam-payne-found-dead-in-buenos-aires?traffic_source=rss

Texas man faces execution after clemency plea fails

Robert Roberson was convicted of killing daughter and is now set to be first execution in a shaken baby syndrome case.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/16/texas-man-faces-execution-after-clemency-plea-fails?traffic_source=rss

How does restitution of cultural artefacts affect Western museums’ futures?

Nations worldwide are reclaiming treasures looted by colonial rulers.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/16/how-does-restitution-of-cultural-artefacts-affect-western-museums-futures?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 964

As the war enters its 964th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/16/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-964?traffic_source=rss

Boeing shores up finances even as striking workers rally

Some analysts are sceptical of Boeing's financial plans, saying short-term liquidity may be worse than thought.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/15/boeing-shores-up-finances-even-as-striking-workers-rally?traffic_source=rss

US threatens Israel but deploys troops, revealing policy inconsistency

US threatened to withhold military aid to Israel, but deployed troops, anti-missile system at the same time.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/15/us-threatens-israel-but-deploys-troops-revealing-policy-inconsistency?traffic_source=rss

Kamala Harris promises ‘opportunity’ for Black men amid waning support

With less than a month before the US presidential elections, Democrats fear declining support in important demographic.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/14/kamala-harris-promises-opportunity-for-black-men-amid-waning-support?traffic_source=rss

‘A name, a function and a philosophy’: The art of Indonesian batik

The city of Solo is the centre of the country's batik industry and is changing to keep up with the times.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/13/a-name-a-function-and-a-philosophy-the-art-of-indonesian-batik?traffic_source=rss

US sheriff says ‘probably prevented’ third Trump assassination attempt

Suspect faces firearms charges but denies he tried to harm ex-US president and Republican candidate at California rally.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/13/us-sheriff-says-probably-prevented-third-trump-assassination-attempt?traffic_source=rss

Iceland PM calls new election as coalition government collapses

PM Bjarni Benediktsson calls election for November, cites policy disagreements as responsible for gov't collapse.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/13/iceland-pm-calls-new-election-as-coalition-government-collapses?traffic_source=rss

Choosing to be child-free in an ‘apocalyptic’ South Asia

Why are some South Asians choosing not to have children amid a population crisis?

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/10/13/choosing-to-be-child-free-in-an-apocalyptic-south-asia?traffic_source=rss

Match time, teams, head-to-head: India vs Australia – Women’s T20 World Cup

Cricket's powerhouses meet in their final Group A game at Sharjah in a bid to secure a last-four spot at the World Cup.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/10/13/match-time-teams-head-to-head-india-vs-australia-womens-t20-world-cup?traffic_source=rss

State of the race: Five takeaways from the US election this week

Where do the candidates stand in the polls? We'll break it down, along with major updates from the campaign trail.

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Trump to rally in solid blue California in unorthodox campaign move

Trip to the Democratic stronghold likely underscores effort to shore up congressional Republicans, boost popular vote.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/12/trump-to-rally-in-solid-blue-california-in-unorthodox-campaign-move?traffic_source=rss

US imposes sanctions on Iran’s oil sector over missile attack on Israel

US penalties come as Israeli government considers military response against Iran amid risk of spiralling escalation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/11/us-imposes-sanctions-on-irans-oil-sector-over-missile-attack-on-israel?traffic_source=rss

Donald Trump to make his pitch to an all-female town hall

Polls show the former president lags behind his rival among female voters and has a troubled track record with women.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/11/donald-trump-to-make-his-pitch-to-an-all-female-town-hall?traffic_source=rss

Boeing to cut 10% workforce, delay 777X delivery as strike takes toll

The strike is costing Boeing $1bn a month, making it critical for the firm to end the work stoppage.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/11/boeing-to-cut-10-workforce-delay-777x-delivery-as-strike-takes-toll?traffic_source=rss

Sex trafficking trial for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs set to begin in May

Entertainment mogul is accused of using network of associates for sex trafficking and intimidation of victims.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/11/sex-trafficking-trial-for-sean-diddy-combs-set-to-begin-in-may?traffic_source=rss

Somalia, Eritrea and Egypt pledge to bolster security ties

The three leaders agreed to improve regional stability as Somalia battles with the al-Shabab armed group.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/10/somalia-eritera-and-egypt-pledge-to-bloster-security-ties?traffic_source=rss

EU members approve $38bn loan for Ukraine backed by Russian assets

European Parliament is expected to approve the loan this month, allowing it to be paid out next year.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/9/eu-members-approve-38bn-loan-for-ukraine-backed-by-russian-assets?traffic_source=rss

Israel’s Netanyahu warns Lebanon could face destruction ‘like Gaza’

Israeli PM's remarks claims army has 'taken out' slain Hezbollah chief Nasrallah's successors, as group strikes Haifa.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/8/israels-netanyahu-warns-lebanon-could-face-destruction-like-gaza?traffic_source=rss

‘They tried to murder everyone’: Haiti reels after deadly gang attack

More than 6,200 people are staying with relatives or in makeshift shelters after massacre in central Haiti town.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/7/they-tried-to-murder-everyone-haiti-reels-after-deadly-gang-attack?traffic_source=rss

US judge orders Google to open up app store to competition

The injunction outlined changes Google must make, including making Android apps available from rival sources.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/10/7/us-judge-orders-google-to-open-up-app-store-to-competition?traffic_source=rss

Saied’s low turnout win in Tunisia election sparks repression concerns

Preliminary results show Saied winning 90.7 percent of the vote with 28.8 percent turnout, revealing deep divisions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/7/saieds-low-turnout-win-in-tunisia-election-sparks-repression-concerns?traffic_source=rss

Fact-checking Donald Trump’s claims at Butler rally

Trump spoke of surviving his first assassination attempt, and of election opponent Kamala Harris. We verify his claims.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/6/fact-checking-donald-trumps-claims-at-butler-rally?traffic_source=rss

Kais Saied set to win Tunisia presidential election: Exits poll

The incumbent in the lead with 89.2 percent of votes as voter turnout was 28 percent in Sunday's election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/6/kais-saied-set-to-win-tunisia-presidential-election-exits-poll?traffic_source=rss

Hurricane Milton strengthens as it heads towards storm-ravaged Florida

Florida governor warns residents of 'major impacts' as storm could make landfall in southeastern US state by midweek.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/6/hurricane-milton-strengthens-as-it-heads-towards-storm-ravaged-florida?traffic_source=rss

The stories of Gaza’s victims from Israel’s year of killing

These are some of the victims of Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/10/6/the-stories-of-gazas-victims-from-israels-year-of-killing?traffic_source=rss

‘Living to death’: Poet Mosab Abu Toha on Gaza’s trauma, one year on

On the first anniversary of the current war on Gaza, poet Mosab Abu Toha wants the world to understand Palestinian pain.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/10/6/living-to-death-poet-mosab-abu-toha-on-gazas-trauma-one-year-on?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 954

As the war enters its 954th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/6/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-954?traffic_source=rss

Locked out: Palestinians in Jordan still waiting to return to stolen homes

Keys belonging to Palestinians forced from their homes have become symbols for their right to return.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/longform/2024/10/6/locked-out-palestinians-in-jordan-still-waiting-to-return-to-stolen-homes?traffic_source=rss

Water levels in major Amazon tributary tumble to record lows amid drought

Climate change and below-average rainfall have left the Rio Negro and other rivers at their shallowest levels ever.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/10/5/water-levels-in-major-amazon-tributary-tumble-to-record-lows-amid-drought?traffic_source=rss

Social media site X attempts to pay fine in bid to resume service in Brazil

Brazil, home to more than 21 million users, suspended X after it failed to comply with court orders and pay fines.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/5/social-media-site-x-attempts-to-pay-fine-in-bid-to-resume-service-in-brazil?traffic_source=rss

Biden unsure if Netanyahu holding up Gaza deal to influence US election

White House has for months said Israel is not the main stumbling block in elusive ceasefire talks.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/4/biden-unsure-if-netanyahu-holding-up-gaza-deal-to-influence-us-election?traffic_source=rss

Mexican president calls for investigation of deadly migrant shooting

Claudia Sheinbaum, the newly inaugurated president, called for the soldiers involved to be 'investigated and punished'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/3/mexican-president-calls-for-investigation-of-deadly-migrant-shooting?traffic_source=rss

Is Hezbollah still able to fight Israel after its leadership has weakened?

Armed group says fighters have inflicted damage to Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/3/is-hezbollah-still-able-to-fight-israel-after-its-leadership-has-weakened?traffic_source=rss

US prosecutors detail new evidence in Trump election subversion case

Special Counsel Jack Smith says Mike Pence was among those who told former president to accept the 2020 election result.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/3/us-prosecutors-detail-new-evidence-in-trump-election-subversion-case?traffic_source=rss

US dockworkers press on with second day of strike, with no deal in sight

US President Biden urged for a quick deal to end the standoff, which threatens to drain billions from the US economy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/2/us-dockworkers-press-on-with-second-day-of-strike-with-no-deal-in-sight?traffic_source=rss

Can Israel root out Hezbollah?

Israeli military says it is carrying out a ground operation inside Lebanon.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/10/1/can-israel-root-out-hezbollah?traffic_source=rss

Iran’s missile attack against Israel: What we know and what comes next

Israel vows to retaliate after barrage of Iranian missiles fired in response to killings of Hamas, Hezbollah leaders.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/1/irans-missile-attack-against-israel-what-we-know-and-what-comes-next?traffic_source=rss