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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 shifts between diplomacy and threats in Iran standoff
In a week that began with Donald Trump revealing he was just an hour away from “making the decision” to resume attacks on Iran, the United States president has oscillated between expressing hope for a lasting ceasefire and threatening military escalation.Trump’s mixed...
Is Islamophobia being re-packaged as feminism?
NewsFeedA group of female activists at a far-right rally in the UK have sparked a backlash. They wore niqabs and long dresses while encouraging the crowd to condemn their clothing. So who are they? Al Jazeera’s Ava Warriner explains.Published On 21 May...
UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs
Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums. Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026The British government has launched a scheme aimed at helping families reduce the cost of children’s meals and summer activities,...
Iran’s World Cup hopes hit US visa hurdles
Players from Iran’s national football team are in Turkey applying for US visas for the 2026 World Cup. Some are still awaiting approval just weeks before kickoff.Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera...
Who are the 10 best FIFA World Cup players of all time?
Football is a great leveller. Not everyone goes to a school with a rugby pitch and not everyone can afford a pony.However, from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro and the slums of Nairobi to the playgrounds of Monaco and Beverly Hills, you will see children kicking a...
Poll finds nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose aid to Israel
The US ally has seen support plummet in recent years amid widespread anger over its genocidal war on Gaza. Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026A new poll from The New York Times/Siena has found that nearly three-quarters of voters aligned with the Democratic Party...
Displaced Lebanese woman bakes 3,000 loaves daily for war-hit community
Soubhiye Zeiter vowed to feed people affected by war even after being displaced from her home. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
Net migration to the UK falls by nearly 50 percent amid tighter policies
The ONS says net migration fell to 171,000 in the 12 months to the end of December from 331,000 a year earlier. Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026Long-term net migration to the United Kingdom nearly halved in 2025, falling to levels last seen before the post-Brexit...
Mayor cuts limited World Cup tickets for New Yorkers to $50 after furore
Pricing for 2026 World Cup has been under heavy scrutiny, including in New York where city mayor cuts limited tickets.By The Associated PressPublished On 21 May 202621 May 2026Some lucky New York City residents will soon get a chance to snag cheap seats to this...
Shocked Maguire posts on Insta that he is not in England’s World Cup squad
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has announced on social media that he is not going to World Cup 2026.By The Associated PressPublished On 21 May 202621 May 2026Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has been left out of England’s football squad for this...
Top UN court rules workers’ right to strike ‘protected’ in key treaty
The nonbinding ruling is expected to be hailed as a victory by workers’ groups and influence global labour relations. Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026The top United Nations court has ruled that workers and unions have the right to strike under a key international...
Russia rehearses ‘use of nuclear forces’ in drills with Belarus
NewsFeedRussia has delivered nuclear warheads to sites in Belarus as part of a three-day military exercise involving both countries. The drills are rehearsing ‘the preparation and use of nuclear forces in the event of aggression’.Published On 21 May 202621 May...