‘Our seeds, our roots’: Sowing hope as Israeli bombs fell on Lebanon

An agroecological collective in the Bekaa Valley has built a 'seed library' to preserve the region's farming heritage.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/12/1/our-seeds-our-roots-sowing-hope-as-israeli-bombs-fell-on-lebanon?traffic_source=rss

New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win

Debutant Bethell's quick 50 and Carse's six-for help the visitors seal an emphatic win on day four in Christchurch.

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Qatar GP: Formula 1 qualifying – Vestappen gets pole, Piastri wins sprint

Max Verstappen takes pole position for F1's Qatar GP while Oscar Piastri wins sprint race in Saturday's qualifying.

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Georgia’s president will not step down until ‘illegitimate’ election rerun

Pro-EU critic of ruling Georgian Dream party says she won't leave office next month as parliament elected fraudulently.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/30/georgias-president-will-not-step-down-until-illegitimate-election-rerun?traffic_source=rss

Amazon faces Indian court scrutiny for labour conditions at warehouse

Workers detail stories of an unsafe work environment and unreasonable targets at a major warehouse.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/30/amazon-faces-indian-court-scrutiny-for-labour-conditions-at-warehouse?traffic_source=rss

Fear of Trump tariffs drive shoppers for Black Friday deals

Inflation-fatigued shoppers were looking for deals as they worried about higher prices next year on back of tariffs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/29/fear-of-trump-tariffs-drive-shoppers-for-black-friday-deals?traffic_source=rss

What’s next after Syrian opposition forces’ surprise offensive?

Fighting around Aleppo and Idlib reaches its most intense level in years.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/11/29/whats-next-after-syrian-opposition-forces-surprise-offensive?traffic_source=rss

Ambulance crew and journalists targeted by Israeli forces in Gaza

Video shows the moment an ambulance crew was directly shot at by Israeli soldiers in Nuseirat, Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/28/ambulance-crew-and-journalists-targeted-by-israeli-forces-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Mexico warns Trump-proposed tariffs to cost 400,000 US jobs

Mexico emphasises interconnectedness of economic ties with US - and the mutual threat of tariffs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/27/mexico-warns-trump-proposed-tariffs-to-cost-400000-us-jobs?traffic_source=rss

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds as UN chief sees ‘ray of hope’

Thousands of displaced people set out to return home to southern Lebanon, but others heed Israeli warnings to stay out.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/27/israel-hezbollah-ceasefire-holds-as-un-chief-sees-ray-of-hope?traffic_source=rss

Protesters head to Islamabad to demand the release of ex-PM Imran Khan

Tension rise in Islamabad as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan clash with security forces

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/26/aje-onl-nf_svpakistanprotest-261124-final?traffic_source=rss

Total Energies pauses investments into Adani Group on bribery charges

Impact of US indictment of group's chairman is spreading as multiple projects say they are reviewing deals with Adani.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/25/total-energies-pauses-investments-into-adani-group-on-bribery-charges?traffic_source=rss

In Laos, methanol poisoning deaths send chill through a backpacker paradise

Backpacker hotspot Vang Vieng is in the spotlight following the deaths of six tourists blamed on tainted alcohol.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/25/laos-tainted-alcohol-deaths-send-chill-through-backpacker-paradise?traffic_source=rss

Yamandu Orsi wins Uruguay’s run-off presidential election

The left-wing Broad Front candidate emerged victorious in a tight race against governing-party candidate Alvaro Delgado.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/25/yamandu-orsi-wins-uruguays-run-off-presidential-election?traffic_source=rss

Hard-right populist takes shock lead in Romania’s presidential vote

NATO critic Calin Georgescu on track to face pro-European Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu in run-off vote next month.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/25/hard-right-populist-takes-shock-lead-in-romanias-presidential-vote?traffic_source=rss

In Uruguay, a presidential run-off focused on ‘democratic coexistence’

Conservative Alvaro Delgado and left-wing rival Yamandu Orsi went head-to-head in the final round of Uruguay's election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/11/24/in-uruguay-a-presidential-run-off-focused-on-democratic-coexistence?traffic_source=rss

How India’s Chennai mints world-beating chess champions, one move at a time

As Gukesh Dommaraju aims to win the world championships starting Monday, a city of chess stars cheers him on.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/24/chennais-secret-how-the-indian-city-mints-world-beating-chess-champions?traffic_source=rss

Trump backs staunchly anti-Muslim Florida lawmaker to run for US Congress

Florida State Senator Randy Fine, who celebrated Israel's killing of a US citizen, gets president-elect's support.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/24/trump-backs-staunchly-anti-muslim-florida-lawmaker-to-run-for-us-congress?traffic_source=rss

What does the use of more powerful weapons mean for Ukraine?

Russia uses hypersonic missile for first time in the war after Ukraine uses Western weapons to hit Russian territory.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/11/23/what-does-the-use-of-more-powerful-weapons-mean-for-ukraine?traffic_source=rss

‘Genocide-free’ cola makes a splash in the United Kingdom

Cola Gaza offers its drinkers an ‘apartheid-free’ alternative as they boycott big-name brands.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/23/genocide-free-cola-makes-a-splash-in-the-united-kingdom?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,003

These were the key developments on the 1,003rd day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/23/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1003?traffic_source=rss

Soldier students: Job training gives hope to Myanmar’s military defectors

Defectors from Myanmar's military and police are learning skills that could put them on a new path after years of war.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/23/soldier-students-job-training-gives-hope-to-myanmars-military-defectors?traffic_source=rss

Gatwick Airport south terminal evacuated over security concerns

Gatwick Airport’s south terminal was evacuated after a suspicious item was found in a piece of luggage.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/videos/2024/11/22/gatwick-airport-south-terminal-evacuated-over-security-concerns?traffic_source=rss

Israel pounds eastern and southern Lebanon as truce talks continue

US mediator Amos Hochstein said a ceasefire was 'within our grasp' during a visit to Lebanon.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/21/israel-pounds-eastern-and-southern-lebanon-as-truce-talks-continue?traffic_source=rss

National Security law under scrutiny as Jimmy Lai takes the stand

Jimmy Lai, founder of Hong Kong’s ‘Apple Daily,’ testified Wednesday in his national security trial

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/20/aje-onl-nfjimmylaitrial-201124-final?traffic_source=rss

COP29 negotiators seek climate finance deal as deadline looms

Vulnerable nations are seeking $1.3 trillion to deal with damage from climate change and to adapt to that change.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/20/cop29-negotiators-seek-climate-finance-deal-as-deadline-looms?traffic_source=rss

Musk launches SpaceX Starship rocket with Trump at his side

The president-elect travelled to Texas with SpaceX CEO to watch the latest test of the billionaire's Starship rocket.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/19/musk-launches-spacex-rocket-test-with-trump-at-his-side?traffic_source=rss

Manure, tractors and anger: Farmers in France protest EU-Mercosur deal

French farmers are protesting the European Union-Mercosur trade deal

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/19/manure-tractors-and-anger-farmers-in-france-protest-eu-mercosur-deal?traffic_source=rss

Hong Kong jails all 45 pro-democracy activists in largest security case

Academic Benny Tai sentenced to 10 years, while others receive sentences of between four and seven years.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/19/hong-kong-jails-all-45-pro-democracy-activists-in-largest-security-case?traffic_source=rss

Trump taps ex-lawmaker and Fox Business host for transportation secretary

US president-elect says former Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy will usher in a 'golden age of travel'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/19/trump-taps-ex-lawmaker-and-fox-business-host-for-transportation-secretary?traffic_source=rss

Israeli strikes hit ‘component’ of Iran’s nuclear programme: Netanyahu

PM says last month's attacks hit Tehran's nuclear capabilities as EU and UK impose more sanctions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/18/israeli-strikes-hit-component-of-irans-nuclear-programme-netanyahu?traffic_source=rss

Trump taps Big Tech critic Brendan Carr to lead communications agency

The Republican has accused major tech platforms of operating a 'censorship cartel'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/18/trump-taps-big-tech-critic-brendan-carr-to-lead-communications-agency?traffic_source=rss

Lebanese Australians reminded of past wars as Israel attacks Lebanon again

Israel's latest military attacks on Lebanon stir up traumatic memories of civil war for Australia's Lebanese community.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/18/lebanese-australians-reminded-of-past-wars-as-israel-attacks-lebanon-again?traffic_source=rss

Biden: No reversal of US clean energy advances ahead of Trump presidency

Biden became the first sitting US president to visit the Amazon, where he emphasised fight against climate change.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/18/biden-no-reversal-of-us-clean-energy-advances-ahead-of-trump-presidency?traffic_source=rss

What have Trump administration nominees said about Israel and its wars?

While pro-Israel views are common in US politics, Trump's picks signal support for far-right Israeli aspirations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/17/what-have-trump-administration-nominees-said-about-israel-and-its-wars?traffic_source=rss

How will Donald Trump’s cabinet picks affect his foreign policy?

The US president-elect nominates controversial figures for key posts.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/11/16/how-will-donald-trumps-cabinet-picks-affect-his-foreign-policy?traffic_source=rss

US, South Korea and Japan slam ‘dangerous’ ties between Russia, North Korea

Leaders from the three countries met on the sidelines of the 2024 APEC summit to voice opposition to North Korea treaty.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/16/us-south-korea-and-japan-slam-dangerous-ties-between-russia-north-korea?traffic_source=rss

House Speaker Johnson resists calls to make Matt Gaetz ethics report public

The probe, slated to be released Friday, has been left in limbo after Gaetz resigned his role as House representative.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/16/house-speaker-johnson-resists-calls-to-make-matt-gaetz-ethics-report-public?traffic_source=rss

Protesters storm parliament in Abkhazia

Protesters in the breakaway Georgia region of Abkhazia stormed the parliament building

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/15/aje-onl-nf_abkhaziaprotest-151124-final?traffic_source=rss

India-Canada tensions spill onto students, education consultancies

Diplomatic tensions and stricter immigration policies are hitting education consultants and students in India.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/15/india-canada-tensions-spill-onto-students-education-consultancies?traffic_source=rss

What does the Republican ‘trifecta’ mean for Trump and his agenda?

Trump will enter White House with Republicans in control of both House and Senate, creating chance for lasting changes.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/15/what-does-the-republican-trifecta-mean-for-trump-and-his-agenda?traffic_source=rss

Indonesia’s shrinking middle class casts shadow on economic rise

Nearly 10 million Indonesians have fallen out of the middle class since 2019, according to government statistics.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/15/indonesias-shrinking-middle-class-casts-shadow-on-economic-rise?traffic_source=rss

Trump chooses Robert F Kennedy Jr for Health and Human Services

Vaccine sceptic and member of historic family takes on job of overhauling multiple health departments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/15/trump-chooses-robert-f-kennedy-jr-for-health-and-human-services?traffic_source=rss

New Delhi chokes as winter haze thickens

New Delhi’s air quality is getting worse as a thick winter haze blankets the city.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/13/aje-onl-nf_svnewdelhismog-131124-final?traffic_source=rss

Despite 30-day Gaza aid ultimatum, US says support for Israel will proceed

US law prohibits military assistance to allies blocking humanitarian aid, but Washington says no assessment on Israel.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/12/despite-thirty-day-gaza-aid-ultimatum-us-says-support-for-israel-will-proceed?traffic_source=rss

Trump picks pro-settlement Mike Huckabee as US ambassador to Israel

Huckabee's history of supporting illegal West Bank settlements signals Trump's possible Israel policy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/12/trump-picks-pro-settlement-mike-huckabee-as-us-ambassador-to-israel?traffic_source=rss

New Zealand’s Luxon apologises to victims of abuse in state and church care

New Zealand prime minister says government must take responsibility for 'horrific' abuse of some 200,000 people in care.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/12/new-zealands-luxon-apologises-to-victims-of-abuse-in-state-and-church-care?traffic_source=rss

Trump 2.0: Who has US president-elect picked for his new administration?

Donald Trump is naming advisers and political allies to key roles in his incoming administration. Here's what to know.

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Elon Musk sticking close to Trump, influencing US transition: Reports

The Tesla CEO, Trump's most influential campaign backer, has turned into a key power broker in presidential transition.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/11/elon-musk-sticking-close-to-trump-influencing-us-transition-reports?traffic_source=rss

Trump, Scholz discuss ‘return to peace in Europe’

US president-elect's call comes after the German leader had openly backed Joe Biden's re-election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/11/trump-scholz-discuss-return-to-peace-in-europe?traffic_source=rss

Haiti’s transitional council moves to replace PM in contentious move

Council sets out to replace interim Prime Minister Garry Conille, marking more political turmoil and instability.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/10/haitis-transitional-council-moves-to-replace-pm-in-contentious-move?traffic_source=rss

Canada remembers Murray Sinclair, trailblazing Indigenous judge and senator

Relatives, friends and leaders say Sinclair, who died this week aged 73, and his legacy will 'never be forgotten'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/10/canada-remembers-murray-sinclair-trailblazing-indigenous-judge-and-senator?traffic_source=rss

24 Hours

Palestinian filmmaker Alaa Damo, documents the events that took place over one day in Gaza to his friend Mosab Al Nadi.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/digidocs/2024/11/10/aje-onl-dig_24_hours-101124?traffic_source=rss

In Lebanon, ‘misleading’ and sporadic Israeli evacuation orders instil fear

Israel fails to consistently warn residents of incoming attacks. When it does, there are sometimes mere minutes to flee.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/10/in-lebanon-misleading-and-sporadic-israeli-evacuation-orders-instil-fear?traffic_source=rss

Mauritius election: Amid wiretapping scandal, what’s at stake?

The election is being held amid explosive allegations of wiretapping operations by government operatives.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/10/mauritius-election-amid-wiretapping-scandal-whats-at-stake?traffic_source=rss

Walz promises to protect Minnesota after Trump’s presidential win

Minnesota Governor and former Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz addressed supporters in his home state

source https://www.aljazeera.com/videos/2024/11/9/walz-promises-to-protect-minnesota-after-trumps-presidential-win?traffic_source=rss

UK activist’s Gaza hunger strike reaches two-week mark

Lizzie Greenwood’s hunger strike over the UK’s support for Israel’s war on Gaza is nearing the two-week mark.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/11/9/uk-activists-gaza-hunger-strike-reaches-two-week-mark?traffic_source=rss

UN warns of imminent famine in Gaza, urges humanitarian action

A global food security committee warns famine is "imminent” in parts of northern Gaza

source https://www.aljazeera.com/videos/2024/11/9/un-warns-of-imminent-famine-in-gaza-urges-humanitarian-action?traffic_source=rss

Argentinian prosecutors charge three over death of singer Liam Payne

Toxicology tests show One Direction star had cocaine, prescription drugs and alcohol in his system.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/7/argentinian-prosecutors-charge-three-over-death-of-singer-liam-payne?traffic_source=rss

Russia’s Putin says ready for dialogue with ‘courageous’ Trump

Putin congratulated Trump on winning the US election, saying he was ready for talks with the Republican president-elect.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/7/russias-putin-says-ready-for-dialogue-with-courageous-trump?traffic_source=rss

Israel killed over 3,100 people in Lebanon since October 2023: Ministry

Since genocide in Gaza began, Israel has also been at war with Hezbollah, an ally of the Palestinian group, Hamas.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/7/israel-killed-over-3100-people-in-lebanon-since-october-2023-ministry?traffic_source=rss

‘Israel will keep invading – with more ease’: Gaza dreads Trump presidency

Biden was terrible but Palestinians fear Trump administration would let Israeli PM Netanyahu ‘get away with more'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/11/6/israel-will-keep-invading-with-more-ease-gazans-dread-trump-presidency?traffic_source=rss

How serious are Europe’s car industry problems?

France calls for delaying EU fines for missing EV production targets.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/11/5/how-serious-are-europes-car-industry-problems?traffic_source=rss

US election 2024: What are Harris and Trump’s positions on the key issues?

Here are the presidential candidates' positions on the economy, immigration, foreign policy and more.

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China’s small manufacturers anguish over Trump’s tariff plans

Republican candidate's plans to slap tariffs of 60 percent or more on imports has businesses in China worried.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/11/4/chinas-small-manufacturers-anguish-over-trumps-tariff-plans?traffic_source=rss

US election campaigns shift strategies as Latino voter allegiances change

Latinos have long been considered Democratic supporters, but the demographic has been shifting to the right.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/3/us-election-campaigns-shift-strategies-as-latino-voter-allegiances-change?traffic_source=rss

Brandon Moreno beats Amir Albazi by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night

Mexico's former champion Moreno scored 49-46, 50-45, 50-45 against Iraq's Albazi, who was on a six-fight winning streak.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/11/3/brandon-moreno-beats-amir-albazi-by-unanimous-decision-at-ufc-fight-night?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 982

As the war enters its 982nd day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/3/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-982?traffic_source=rss

How significant is North Korea’s support for Russia?

Pyongyang says it will stand by Moscow in its war against Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/11/2/how-significant-is-north-koreas-support-for-russia?traffic_source=rss

Why is the US election on a Tuesday in November? What to know, in 500 words

Americans are heading to the polls on November 5 as part of an Election Day tradition dating back to the mid-1800s.

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