US Fed still up in the air on speeding up rate hikes: Powell

US Fed chief says that while higher and faster rate hikes are possible, it hinges on upcoming jobs and inflation data.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/3/8/us-fed-still-up-in-the-air-on-speeding-up-rate-hikes-powell

British architect David Chipperfield awarded Pritzker prize

Chipperfield described as an architect 'radical in his restraint' as he takes home top industry honour.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/8/british-architect-david-chipperfield-awarded-pritzker-prize

Russia considering challenge to US nominee to head World Bank

Moscow consulting with allies about challenging ex-Mastercard CEO Ajay Banga, Russian media report says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/3/8/russia-considering-challenge-to-us-nominee-to-head-world-bank

US vice president voices support for Texas abortion lawsuit

Five Texas women have filed a lawsuit against the state alleging its abortion bans have led to a 'healthcare crisis'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/8/us-vice-president-voices-support-for-texas-abortion-lawsuit

US tech firms grapple with latest curbs on China’s Inspur

US tech firms are assessing if they need to halt sales to Inspur's subsidiaries as the parent is on an export curb list.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/3/7/us-tech-firms-grapple-with-latest-curbs-on-chinas-inspur

US Republican leader Ron DeSantis lays out right-wing platform

Florida governor argues US should be more like his right-leaning state in speech seen as presidential campaign preview.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/7/us-republican-leader-ron-desantis-lays-out-right-wing-platform

Massive nationwide strike hits France over pension reform

More than a million join protests against French President Emmanuel Macron's plan to push retirement age from 62 to 64.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/7/1-28m-people-protest-macrons-pension-reform-plan-ministry

N Korea warns US against shooting down its missile tests

Kim Yo Jong says North Korea will take any US attempt to intercept its missile launches as a 'declaration of war'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/7/n-korea-warns-us-against-shooting-down-its-missile-tests

At least 15 killed in Indonesia landslide, dozens missing

Landslide swept through homes in remote Serasan island on the edge of the South China Sea.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/7/at-least-15-killed-in-indonesia-landslide-dozens-missing

Brazil orders police probe into Bolsonaro jewellery scandal

A news outlet reported that jewels worth more than $3m were discovered in the backpack of a former aide in October 2021.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/7/brazil-orders-police-probe-into-bolsonaro-jewellery-scandal

Holi 2023: Women and men engage in ritual, colourful battle

The 'Lathmar Holi' (Stick Holi) festival in twin towns of Nandgaon and Barsana attracts visitors from around the world.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/3/6/holi-2023-when-women-hit-men-with-sticks-during-a-ritual

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 376

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 376th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/6/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-376

Thousands forced from their homes amid southern Malaysia floods

Some cleanup efforts have begun but forecasters warn more rain is on the way.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/6/malaysia-floods-17

Djokovic pulls out of Indian Wells tournament amid US visa row

World's top male tennis player had asked for special permission to enter given US ban on unvaccinated foreigners.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/3/6/djokovic-pulls-out-of-indian-wells-tournament-amid-us-visa-row

Why has China announced its lowest growth target in decades?

Beijing is aiming for a moderate growth rate of 5 percent in 2023 amid a host of domestic and external challenges.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/3/6/why-did-china-set-its-lowest-economic-growth-target-in-decades

Estonia elections: Kallas secures big win for centre-right party

Kallas, one of Ukraine's biggest European backers, will need to form a coalition government in the 101-seat parliament.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/6/kallas-secures-big-win-for-reform-party-in-general-election

Photos: Ukrainian forces defending Bakhmut as civilians flee

For months, Bakhmut has been a key target of Moscow’s grinding eastern offensive.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/3/5/photos-8

Turkey’s Syrian refugee youth worry about the future post-quakes

Young, desperate teens are forced to work in the grey market, but after the quakes, they feel they have nowhere to go.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/3/5/turkeys-syrian-refugee-youth-worry-about-the-future-post-quakes

‘Historic’ deal to protect high seas agreed by UN member states

Only about 1 percent of the high seas are currently protected.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/5/un-nations-agree-to-historic-deal-to-protect-high-seas

At CPAC forum, Trump shows why he will be tough to topple

Donald Trump continues to have an iron grip over the right-wing, grassroots base of his Republican Party, CPAC shows.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/5/at-cpac-forum-trump-shows-why-he-will-be-tough-to-topple

North Korea says UN should demand end to South Korea-US drills

Pyongyang statement comes after Seoul and Washington announced more than 10 days of large-scale military exercises.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/5/n-korea-says-un-should-demand-end-to-us-s-korea-drills