Leaders praise ‘historic’ victory as Sheinbaum triumphs in Mexican election

Sheinbaum's resounding win offers a bright spot for the Latin American left amid a string of setbacks.

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Biden sees Hamas as ‘only obstacle’ to Gaza deal, White House says

Biden 'confirmed Israel's readiness to move forward' in call with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

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Biden set to unveil order restricting asylum at US-Mexico border

Order will allow US to shut off asylum requests and deny entry to migrants once daily threshold met, US media reporting.

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New York museum ‘keeps memories alive’ 35 years after Tiananmen crackdown

A bloodied shirt, a tent and a military medal are among exhibits marking China's brutal suppression of 1989 protests.

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South Africa’s Ramaphosa calls for unity after his ANC loses majority

The African National Congress has lost the country's elections for the first time in 30 years.

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Israel’s raids on Jenin only fuel Palestinian resistance

Israeli operations in the West Bank city lead to casualties, displacement and popular anger.

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Modi magic: Why Indian exit polls predict record BJP win

Exit polls suggest the prime minister's party could win even more seats than in did in 2019.

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India election results 2024: How will votes be counted?

Here's how votes for India's Lok Sabha polls will be counted using electronic voting machines on June 4.

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South Africa elections live results 2024: By the numbers on day 3

Results show the ruling ANC will lose its majority and be forced to seek coalition partners.

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Why are South Korean babies and children suing their government?

The youngest plaintiff in the climate case against South Korea was a 20-week-old embryo.

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Top US lawmakers invite Israel’s Netanyahu to Congress amid Gaza war

Israeli prime minister set to deliver address to Congress despite growing anger over his government's abuses in Gaza.

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Hamas says it will not enter negotiations unless Israel stops war on Gaza

The Palestinian group says it is ready for a 'complete agreement' including exchange of captives if Israel ends assault.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 825

As the war enters its 825th day, these are the main developments.

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Trump’s New York hush-money trial: 12 legal terms explained

Al Jazeera looks at the range of legal language used to describe aspects of the former US president's hush-money trial.

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After joint 108 years on remand, Hong Kong 47 face security trial verdict

The trial of prominent democracy activists and politicians, arrested in 2021, is the largest under China's security law.

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The art project aiming to keep Australia’s Indigenous people out of jail

Aboriginal people make up a third of all people in Australian prisons, but The Torch is working to change that.

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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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