Report reveals over 600 abuse cases in Baltimore Catholic church

Officials say abuse in Baltimore archdiocese — stretching back to 1940s — was 'pervasive, pernicious and persistent'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/5/report-reveals-over-600-abuse-cases-in-baltimore-catholic-church

Why is China so upset at a meeting between Tsai and McCarthy?

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's plan to meet Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has provoked anger in Beijing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/5/why-is-china-so-upset-at-a-meeting-between-tsai-and-mccarthy

France’s Macron visits China seeking breakthrough in Ukraine war

French president is expected to push Chinese counterpart Xi not to side with Russia while shoring up economic ties.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/5/frances-macron-visits-china-seeking-breakthrough-in-ukraine-war

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 406

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 406th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/5/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-406

Five key takeaways from Trump’s Manhattan arraignment

Trump's arraignment in a New York was a relatively muted affair, as the ex-president faces 34 felony charges.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/5/five-key-takeaways-from-trumps-manhattan-arraignment

Israeli police attack worshippers in Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque

Dozens of people were attacked in dawn raid, on a contested compound, condemned by Palestinians.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/5/israeli-police-attack-worshippers-in-jerusalems-al-aqsa-mosque

Republicans and Democrats react to Trump’s New York arraignment

Figures from across political spectrum weigh in on the criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/4/republicans-and-democrats-react-to-trumps-new-york-arraignment

Donald Trump pleads not guilty. What happens next?

Here's all you need to know about the unprecedented case against former US president, who faces 34 charges in New York.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/4/donald-trump-pleads-not-guilty-what-happens-next

What’s happening with Twitter blue checks?

Saturday's deadline to pay for blue checkmarks has passed and the blue ticks are still there, with a new disclaimer.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/4/whats-happening-with-twitter-blue-checks

New York City braces for historic Trump court appearance

US Mayor Eric Adams tells protesters to 'control yourselves' in the lead-up to Donald Trump's criminal court appearance.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/4/new-york-city-braces-for-historic-trump-court-appearance

Australia to ban TikTok on government devices, following US, UK

Canberra's announcement is the latest move to restrict the popular video-sharing app over alleged security risks.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/4/australia-to-ban-tiktok-on-government-devices-following-us-uk

One in six people worldwide affected by infertility: WHO

UN health agency calls for cheaper and more accessible treatments to help those trying to start a family.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/4/one-in-six-people-worldwide-affected-by-infertility-who

US Governor DeSantis eases restrictions to carry concealed guns

Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill allowing gun owners to carry concealed firearms without background checks in Florida.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/3/us-governor-desantis-eases-restrictions-to-carry-concealed-guns

Oil prices surge after OPEC’s surprise output cuts

Price jump comes after news oil producers will slash output by about 1.16 million barrels per day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/3/oil-prices-surge-after-opecs-surprise-output-cuts

Twitter strips check mark from New York Times

Move comes after Twitter owner Elon Musk posted disparaging remarks about the newspaper.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/3/twitter-strips-check-mark-from-new-york-times

Taliban closes Afghan women-run radio station for ‘playing music’

Sadai Banowan station head denies any violation, saying there was no need for the closure and called it a conspiracy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/3/taliban-closes-afghan-women-run-radio-station-for-playing-music

Russia to put nukes in Belarus near NATO borders, envoy says

Russian envoy to Belarus says weapons will be moved to ally's territory despite 'noise in Europe and the United States'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/3/russia-to-put-nukes-in-belarus-near-nato-borders-envoy-says

Asia’s prices are rising. In the Philippines, they’re soaring

Southeast Asia's fourth-largest economy sees inflation hit 8.6 percent, far above Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/3/asias-living-costs-are-rising-in-philippines-theyre-soaring

Milatovic declares victory in Montenegro presidential election

Montenegro's long-ruling leader Milo Djukanovic acknowledged defeat to Jakov Milatovic.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/2/milatovic-declares-victory-in-montenegro-presidential-election

‘Stand-up’ for Ukraine: Coping through comedy in the face of war

In Berlin, comedians from Ukraine and Russia share the same stage as an outlet for their grief and anger about the war.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/4/2/stand-up-for-ukraine-coping-through-comedy-in-the-face-of-war

Bulgarians vote in fifth parliamentary elections in two years

Bulgarians head to polls amid voter apathy and disillusionment over endemic corruption and political instability.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/2/bulgarians-vote-in-fifth-parliamentary-elections-in-two-years