Dozens arrested in US campuses in another weekend of pro-Palestine protests

More than 2,000 people have been arrested nationwide as students continue protests calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

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Alvarez vs Munguia: Canelo retains boxing titles with unanimous victory

Mexico's Alvarez successfully defended his WBC, WBO, IBF and WBA super middleweight titles against compatriot Munguia.

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In Texas, pro-Palestine university protesters clash with state leaders

Texas, one of the most conservative US states, has implemented laws limiting the ability to protest against Israel.

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Takeaways from day 11 of Trump’s New York hush money trial with Hope Hicks

Hicks, a former adviser to the ex-president, testified about how his 2016 campaign handled the Access Hollywood tape.

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Measles outbreak kills at least 42 people in northeast Nigeria

The deaths were recorded out of nearly 200 suspected measles cases in the state of Adamawa, official says.

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After years of decline, a new generation of organised labour rises in US

US experiencing the biggest strike wave in 50 years.

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US Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high amid stubborn inflation

US central bank keeps benchmark rate at 5.25-5.50% after series of economic reports undercut hopes of easing inflation.

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US House passes controversial bill that expands definition of anti-Semitism

Rights groups warn that the definition could further chill freedom of speech as protests continue on college campuses.

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US increases pressure on Israel over Gaza aid as truce talks continue

Top US diplomat says efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza must be accelerated and sustained as famine looms.

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New York City police enter Columbia campus as Gaza protest escalates

Protesters detained as police head for Hamilton Hall, which was occupied early on Tuesday, and the main campsite.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 797

As the war enters its 797th day, these are the main developments.

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Georgia police crack down on protest against ‘foreign influence’ bill

The crackdown in Tbilisi comes after lawmakers debated a controversial bill on foreign funding.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 796

As the war enters its 796th day, these are the main developments.

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Sudan’s original ‘Janjaweed’ leader sides with army against tribal foe

Sudan's notorious tribal leader Musa Hilal has pledged support for the army in a move that could divide Arabs in Darfur.

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Polish farmers suspend blockade of Ukraine border

Polish farmers end blockade at the border, after months of protests over cheap imports.

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US advocacy groups back Palestine solidarity campus protests amid Gaza war

Nearly 190 advocacy organisations laud students' 'courage' amid ongoing crackdown on encampments across US universities.

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Dubai’s ruler announces construction of world’s largest airport terminal

Al Maktoum International Airport envisaged to have capacity for 260 million passengers upon completion.

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US finds Putin probably did not order Navalny’s death in February: Report

Officials say Putin retains culpability for the death of his fiercest critic and most prominent opposition leader.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 795

As the war enters its 795th day, these are the main developments.

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Can Gen Z finally break the cycle of generational trauma?

We look at the phenomenon of generational trauma and whether Gen Z are the ones who can finally break the cycle.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2024/4/28/can-gen-z-finally-break-the-cycle-of-generational-trauma?traffic_source=rss

Chile declares national mourning after three police officers killed

It's the latest attack on security forces in a region where tensions have long simmered between locals and the state.

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