Is a nuclear conflict possible?

A report finds nuclear powers have increased spending on a scale never seen before.

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Gaza fighting continues despite Israeli ‘pauses’ announcement: UNRWA

UNRWA chief says 'operationally, nothing has changed yet' after Israeli army announced planned pauses to allow aid in.

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Albanese tells China’s Li Australia cannot be silent on key issues

Premier Li Qiang is the most senior Chinese leader to visit Australia since 2017.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/17/albanese-says-australia-tells-chinas-li-cannot-be-silent-on-key-issues?traffic_source=rss

Audiences suspicious of AI being used to create news, survey shows

News consumers most opposed to use of AI for sensitive topics such as politics, report finds.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/6/17/audiences-suspicious-of-ai-being-used-to-create-news-survey-shows?traffic_source=rss

Why Microsoft, OpenAI and Nvidia are facing anti-monopoly probes

US Justice Department and Federal Trade Commission are seeking to root out anti-competitive practices in field of AI.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/6/17/why-microsoft-openai-and-nvidia-are-facing-anti-monopoly-probes?traffic_source=rss

UN officials warn of ‘miscalculation’ along Israel-Lebanon border

Lebanon-based officials raise alarm of possible war escalation as Hezbollah-Israel fighting intensifies.

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Working in ‘hellfire’: Gig workers bear the brunt of India’s heatwave

Delivery workers face physical and mental hardships while enduring India’s scorching summer.

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Team preview: Yamal, Rodri key to Spain championship charge at Euro 2024

Spain will unleash a young team at Euro 2024 with Barca teenager Lamine Yamal expected to have a breakout tournament.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 840

As the war enters its 840th day, these are the main developments.

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USA vs Ireland – T20 World Cup 2024: Florida weather, points table, teams

The weather in Florida could decide the fate of four Group A teams as they look to qualify for the Super Eight stage.

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UN Security Council demands end to siege of el-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur

Resolution calls on Sudanese military and RSF to ensure protection of civilians and seek immediate end to violence.

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Clashes erupt between police and protesters as Argentina debates reform

President Javier Milei seeks to pass a key bill that would privatise public industry and implement austerity measures.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 839

As the war enters its 839th day, these are the main developments.

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Malaysia’s Mahathir denies corruption, says most of his money ‘now gone’

Elder statesman challenges Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to prove that he used time in office for personal enrichment.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/6/12/malaysias-mahathir-denies-corruption-says-most-of-his-money-now-gone?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 838

As the war enters its 838th day, these are the main developments.

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Hamas and PIJ submit response to UN-backed Gaza ceasefire plan

Qatari, Egyptian mediators say they will 'examine the response' after Hamas says it will 'deal positively' with plan.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/11/hamas-and-pij-submit-response-to-un-backed-gaza-ceasefire-plan?traffic_source=rss

Taiwan takes ‘pragmatic’ approach to keep formal allies amid China pressure

Taipei chooses pragmatism over ideology in relations with its diplomatic allies, but it might not be enough.

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North Korea sends more rubbish balloons to South after Kim sister’s threat

Kim Yo Jong had warned of a 'crisis of confrontation' if South Korea did not halt propaganda broadcasts.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/10/north-korea-sends-more-rubbish-balloons-to-south-after-kim-sisters-threat?traffic_source=rss

Onion exports: How Pakistan briefly won at India’s cost in unlikely matchup

While Pakistan celebrates onion export success, local consumers face soaring prices and financial strain.

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How is the plight of Israeli captives affecting ceasefire-deal chances?

The Israeli government is under pressure to secure the release of captives held in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/6/9/how-is-the-plight-of-israeli-captives-affecting-ceasefire-deal-chances?traffic_source=rss

Bulgarians vote for new parliament amid distrust and fatigue

The snap vote, the sixth in three years, has been triggered by the collapse of a coalition government in March.

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