Myanmar military pardons more than 3,000 prisoners for New Year

The military did not specify whether those jailed for opposing its power grab in February 2021 would be freed. 

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/17/myanmar-military-pardons-more-than-3000-prisoners-for-new-year

South Korea, Japan finance heads to hold first talks since 2016

South Korean Finance Minister Choo Kyung-ho tells reporters he will meet with his Japanese counterpart next month.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/17/south-korea-japan-finance-heads-to-hold-first-talks-since-2016

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 418

As the conflict enters its 418th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/17/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-418

Four killed in shooting at Alabama ‘Sweet 16’ birthday party

Attack in Dadeville, Alabama, marks the third high-profile mass shooting in as many weeks in the US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/17/four-killed-in-shooting-at-alabama-sweet-16-birthday-party

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 417

As the conflict enters its 417th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/16/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-417

Christians celebrate Holy Fire ritual under Israeli restrictions

Pilgrims travel to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Old City of Jerusalem to celebrate what they call a miracle.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/4/16/christians-celebrate-holy-fire-ritual-under-israeli-restrictions

Fire in Dubai apartment building kills 16 people: Local media

Investigation launched, but authorities say violations of safety and security regulations the cause.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/16/fire-in-dubai-apartment-building-kills-16-people-local-media

Sudan death toll rises to 56 as fierce fighting rages in Khartoum

Doctors say hundreds also wounded as clashes between army and paramilitary force continue for a second day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/16/sudan-death-toll-rises-to-56-as-fierce-fighting-rages-in-khartoum

Ukraine reports ‘unprecedented bloody battles’ in Bakhmut

Kyiv says its forces are continuing to hold on to Bakhmut as Russia claims advances in the embattled eastern city.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/16/ukraine-reports-unprecedented-bloody-battles-in-bakhmut

Hong Kong Bishop heads to mainland China amid Vatican strains

Stephen Chow's visit comes as China's Beijing-approved Catholic Church makes appointments in defiance of Vatican deal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/16/hong-kong-bishop-heads-to-mainland-china-amid-vatican-strains

Why has Germany shut down its nuclear plants?

Critics have long described the energy source as dangerous and unsustainable.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/4/15/why-has-germany-shut-down-its-nuclear-plants

Pence booed at NRA meeting in US as he tries to outflank Trump

Republican presidential hopefuls are courting the US's powerful gun lobby even as mass shootings continue.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/15/pence-booed-at-nra-meeting-in-us-as-he-tries-to-outflank-trump

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 416

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 416th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/15/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-416

S Korea, Japan, US to deepen security ties amid N Korea threat

Allies condemn 'in the strongest terms' Pyongyang's latest weapons test, and urge end to 'destabilization'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/15/s-korea-japan-us-to-deepen-security-ties-amid-n-korea-threat

‘Criminalising journalism’: Famous Salvadoran outlet to relocate

The Salvadoran news outlet El Faro says the Bukele government has attacked the country's press and eroded rule of law.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/14/criminalising-journalism-famous-salvadoran-paper-to-relocate

Argentinians buckle under 104.3 percent inflation

One of the highest rates in the world is straining wallets putting pressure on government ahead of October elections.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/14/argentinians-buckle-under-104-3-percent-inflation

‘How on earth?’: Questions swirl around suspected US leaker

US lawmakers question why 21-year-old suspect Jack Teixeira had such wide access to sensitive Pentagon information.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/14/how-on-earth-questions-swirl-around-suspected-us-leaker

Australia buffeted by record winds as cyclone hits northwest

Authorities plan for aerial survey as most populated areas appear to escape serious damage.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/14/australia-buffeted-by-record-winds-as-cyclone-hits-northwest

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 415

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 415th day, we take a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/14/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-415

Tech executive charged in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee

Police say suspect Nima Momeni was known to the victim but decline to discuss possible motive.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/4/14/tech-executive-charged-in-killing-of-cash-app-founder-bob-lee

North Korea tests first ever solid fuel ICBM, Hwasong-18

A longer-range solid-fuel ICBM has long been on leader Kim Jong Un's weapons wish list.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/14/north-korea-tests-first-ever-solid-fuel-icbm-hwasong-18