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A Warming World
In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...
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Trump says ISIL second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed
US and Nigerian forces carry out a joint operation against the commander, who was deemed a ‘global terrorist’ in 2023.By AFP and ReutersPublished On 16 May 202616 May 2026Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, alleged to be the second-in-command of ISIL (ISIS) globally, has been killed...
Wembanyama’s Spurs reach Western finals, Pistons stay alive in NBA playoffs
Published On 16 May 202616 May 2026The San Antonio Spurs have booked their ticket to the NBA Western Conference Finals with an emphatic 139-109 win over the Timberwolves, while the resilient Detroit Pistons stayed alive in the East by defeating Cleveland.The Spurs...
Outbreak of rare strain of Ebola claims at least 65 lives in DR Congo
NewsFeedSixty-five people have died in a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri province with 246 suspected cases. A Congolese man has also died of the virus in Uganda’s capital Kampala, raising fears of further cross-border spread.Published On 16 May 202616 May...
Israel launches deadly air strikes on Gaza City apartment building
NewsFeedAt least seven Palestinians were killed when Israeli air strikes hit a residential building and a civilian vehicle in Gaza City Friday night. Israel says it was targeting the head of the armed wing of Hamas in Gaza. Al Jazeera has not independently verified...
UK artist defends ‘Drawings Against Genocide’ after show cancelled
NewsFeedBritish artist Matthew Collings says his exhibition “Drawings Against Genocide”, depicting Israeli violence against Palestinians, has been falsely portrayed as anti-Semitic. After outrage and protests, the London show has been cancelled.Published On 16 May...
Gaza aid convoy in Libya prepares to head to Gaza
NewsFeedThe “Soumoud 2” land convoy, carrying doctors, engineers and activists, is preparing to leave Libya for Egypt’s Rafah crossing to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, a week after setting off from Algeria.Published On 16 May 202616 May 2026Click here to share on...
Iran war live: Lebanon, Israel extend truce; Tehran ready for more US talks
blinking-dotLive updatesLive updates, Lebanon’s Ministry of Health said Israeli attacks have killed 2,951 people since March 2 with at least 8,988 wounded.Published On 16 May 202616 May 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on...
Activists hang Palestinian flag on the Eiffel Tower for Nakba Day
NewsFeedMembers of Extinction Rebellion France, an environmental and social activism group, scaled the Eiffel Tower on the 78th anniversary of the Nakba, displaying a Palestinian flag in protest against Israel’s genocide in Gaza.Published On 15 May 202615 May...
Mahmoud Khalil calls for deportation to be halted in light of new evidence
The lawyers for Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student targeted for deportation by the United States government over his pro-Palestine advocacy, have called on an immigration appeals court to reopen and terminate his case.The latest legal appeal points...
What are World Cup 2026 national team base camps and their locations?
As the World Cup approaches its kickoff day, the participating teams are getting closer to finalising their squads and planning their final few weeks before the June 11 opener in Mexico.With the majority of the expanded rosters for the 48 teams announced, the...
Seven killed in Gaza on Nakba Day as Israel says it targets Hamas member
Three women and one child are among the civilians killed in Israel’s latest attacks on Gaza City. Published On 15 May 202615 May 2026At least seven Palestinians have been killed and dozens injured in two Israeli air strikes on a residential building and a civilian...
What did Trump and Xi discuss during the China summit?
NewsFeedUS President Donald Trump concluded a two-day summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The high-profile visit, in which Trump aimed to reset relations with Beijing, saw discussions on trade, Taiwan, and the war on Iran.Published On 15 May 202615 May...