US job growth slows in June; hospitality sheds roles despite World Cup
Labour force participation dropped to its lowest level since March 2021, reaching 61.5 percent in June.
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UK’s Starmer apologises for the state’s role in decades of forced adoptions
UK government and Christian churches oversaw system that separated 185,000 babies from their mothers from 1949 to 1976.
Who is Iranian oil tycoon Shamkhani whose ship is stranded in Hormuz?
Iranian oil shipping magnate Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani has been sanctioned by the West over his shadow fleet.
Man City sign Elliot Anderson from Forest in record British transfer
Anderson will become the most expensive British player in history when the transfer is finalised with Nottingham Forest.
With Hormuz reopened, has the oil shortage turned into a glut?
As flow resumes through the strait, an oil surplus may yet again destabilise global energy markets.
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Gaza’s first women’s amputee football team reclaims the pitch after war
Gaza’s first women’s amputee football team is reclaiming a space that war tried to take from them.
Explosion in Damascus cafe causes casualties
An explosion inside a cafe in Damascus’s Hejaz district has caused casualties, according to Syrian state media.
Gaza war’s 1,000 days: 90% of strip ‘destroyed’, 80% ‘seized’ by Israel
In 1,000 days since October 7, 2023, Gaza lies in ruins, Board of Peace falters and Israel expands control of enclave.
Why has Trump refused to renew the USMCA, and what will that mean?
Trade ambassador says US will not approve trilateral agreement with Canada and Mexico 'in its current form'.
German football has a bigger problem than a World Cup loss: Scapegoating
Eight years ago, it was Mesut Ozil, who has Turkish roots. This time, German manager tries to blame Kurdish Deniz Undav.
From Alabama to Yosemite: 50 US places with Native American origins
As the US marks 250 years since its July 4 declaration, Al Jazeera traces 50 place names, their meanings and origins.
What’s China’s new ethnic unity law, and what does it mean for minorities?
Critics say it could hasten forced assimilation, lead to targeting of critics outside China. Beijing rejects charges.
Syria explosion updates: Bomb blast kills 5 people in Damascus
An improvised explosive device detonates in a popular Damascus cafe as Syrian security forces hunt for attackers.
Syria explosion live: Bomb blast kills 5 people in Damascus
An explosion rocks Damascus with state media reporting it was caused by a bomb.
Syria explosion live: Blast rocks Damascus as authorities investigate cause
An explosion is heard in Damascus but the nature of the blast isn't immediately clear.
Portugal vs Croatia: FIFA World Cup – Ronaldo-Modric, prediction, team news
A last-16 meeting against either Spain or Austria awaits the winners of the round of 32 clash in Toronto.
At least six killed in explosion inside central Damascus cafe
Blast at a cafe reportedly kills five people and injures many more.
At least five killed in explosion inside central Damascus cafe
Blast at a cafe reportedly kills five people and injures many more.
Explosion heard in Syria’s capital Damascus: state media
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Controversial penalty ends Senegal’s FIFA World Cup run against Belgium
Late VAR penalty leads to fury as Senegal blows 2-0 lead, loses 3-2 to Belgium in dramatic World Cup Round of 32 exit.
Jaylen Brown traded to Philadelphia 76ers from Boston Celtics
In an unexpected move, Boston traded the All-Star guard to division rivals Philadelphia for Paul George and draft picks.
Vatican expels members of rebel Catholic group over unapproved ordination
Vatican stresses only pope may approve bishop consecrations to safeguard apostolic ties to Jesus's original disciples.
Philippines volcano erupts blasting plumes of ash and steam
Taal Volcano in the Philippines erupted, sending a column of ash and steam 1,200 metres into the air.
German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package in key breakthrough
Under fire amid surge in far right, German chancellor unveils tax and pension reform package in bid to revive economy.
FIFA World Cup: Portugal vs Croatia prediction, schedules, round of 16 race
Spain, Portugal and Switzerland take centre stage as the knockout drama continues across North America.
An extra 229,000 deaths: Is that the cost of US-UK drugs deal?
Research finds that trade deal requiring UK to buy more medicines from US takes away money from other parts of NHS.
A Palestinian home inside a cage
This Palestinian family's home is sealed inside an Israeli settlement and the separation wall. Al Jazeera's Leila Warah
A Palestinian Home Inside a Cage
This Palestinian family's home is sealed inside an Israeli settlement and the separation wall. Al Jazeera's Leila Warah
Eight Thai monks killed after child drives truck into procession
Police say 11-year-old boy who took his parents' vehicle without permission is now in custody and will be questioned.
FIFA president reacts as Morocco win World Cup match
FIFA president Gianni Infantino reacted to Morocco knocking the Netherlands out of the World Cup.