Israeli forces launch air strike on Gaza, explosions reported

The military operation, called 'The Strong Hand', has led to reports of warplanes and explosions across Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/israeli-forces-launch-air-strike-on-gaza-explosions-reported

US Supreme Court rules in favour of transgender track runner

The decision comes amid a proliferation of anti-trans rights bills promoted by Republican lawmakers across the country.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/us-supreme-court-rules-in-favour-of-transgender-track-athletes

Foreign ministers of Iran, Saudi Arabia meet in China

The meeting – the first of the two countries' most senior diplomats in seven years – follows a March rapprochement.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/foreign-ministers-of-iran-saudi-arabia-meet-in-china

Cash App founder stabbed to death in San Francisco

US tech leaders pay tribute to 'force of nature' Bob Lee after news of tech entrepreneur's killing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/6/cash-app-founder-stabbed-to-death-in-san-francisco

China aircraft carrier in drills near Taiwan amid rising tension

Shandong carrier reported off east coast as Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen flies home after meeting US House Speaker.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/china-aircraft-carrier-in-drills-near-taiwan-amid-rising-tension

Could racing give us flying cars? An Australian startup thinks so

Alauda Aeronautics hopes the world’s first flying car race will make futuristic vehicles an everyday reality.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/6/could-racing-give-us-flying-cars-an-australian-startup-thinks-so

‘Brink of nuclear war’: North Korea warning on military drills

Pyongyang's state media publishes warning as United States and South Korea continue joint military exercises.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/brink-of-nuclear-war-north-korea-warning-on-military-drills

US progressives galvanised by victory in Chicago mayoral race

Progressive Brandon Johnson narrowly defeated the more conservative Democrat Paul Vallas in a highly-anticipated vote.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/6/us-progressives-galvanised-by-victory-in-chicago-mayoral-race

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