Closing arguments wrap up in Trump’s hush-money trial: Here’s what to know

Jurors will now deliberate before delivering a verdict in historic New York trial against former US president.

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US says Gaza pier being repaired as aid groups urge more consistent routes

Humanitarian groups say US-built pier having 'little impact' and warn ability to deliver aid to Gaza nearing collapse.

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Italian media says Pope used homophobic slur in meeting with bishops

Pope Francis allegedly used the derogatory term when discussing whether gay men should be allowed to become priests.

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UK’s Sunak pledges tax cuts for pensioners as Tories face election wipeout

Opposition Labour Party slams election pledge as latest 'desperate move' by governing party.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/5/28/uks-sunak-pledges-tax-cuts-for-pensioners-as-tories-face-election-wipeout?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 823

As the war enters its 823rd day, these are the main developments.

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What’s behind the rise in political violence in Mexico?

Election campaign marred by assassinations of dozens of candidates.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 822

As the war enters its 822nd day, these are the main developments.

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Has democratic South Africa lost its way?

Governing African National Congress faces its toughest test yet in national election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/5/26/has-democratic-south-africa-lost-its-way?traffic_source=rss

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Full list of squads for the 20 nations

Full squads of all 20 nations competing at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in the US and Caribbean.

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At least 47 killed in Sudan army’s last Darfur stronghold el-Fasher

At least 30 civilians and 17 soldiers killed as RSF press deeper, towards the capital of North Darfur, governor says.

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Hamas official rejects talk of new negotiations with Israel

Israeli media have reported that Gaza ceasefire talks will resume on Tuesday in Cairo.

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Colombia’s ex-President Uribe charged with witness tampering

Uribe, who was president from 2002 to 2010, faces up to 12 years in prison for witness tampering and bribing witnesses.

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Fearing war with China, civilians in Taiwan prepare for disaster

With society polarised, establishment criticised for doing too little, people take civil defence into their own hands.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/longform/2024/5/25/fearing-war-with-china-civilians-in-taiwan-prepare-for-disaster?traffic_source=rss

Families of Uvalde school shooting victims sue Microsoft, Meta and gunmaker

The two lawsuits allege the technology firms entered into a 'scheme' with the gun manufacturer to promote its weapons.

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Why are thousands of people protesting in Taiwan?

Opposition efforts to push through a controversial bill have raised concerns about the island's democracy.

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US restricts visas for Georgia over ‘foreign agent’ bill

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says measures will target individuals responsible for undermining democracy.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 819

As the war enters its 819th day, these are the main developments.

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Israeli forces kill dozens of Palestinians in strikes across Gaza Strip

The attacks come as Israeli ground forces push farther into the overcrowded southern city of Rafah.

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After Japan’s comeback, South Korea is hoping for its own stock market boom

Seoul is undertaking reforms to counter the so-called 'Korea discount' dragging down the valuations of its firms.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/5/23/after-japans-comeback-south-korea-is-hoping-for-its-own-stock-market-boom?traffic_source=rss

China starts military drills around the self-governed island of Taiwan

This is a breaking news story. More details to follow.

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Uvalde settles for $2m with school shooting victims’ families

Announcement comes two days before the two-year anniversary of the massacre at the elementary school in the Texas city.

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