Dalai Lama receives Grammy award for spoken-word album
Tibetan spiritual leader Tenzin Gyatso received his first Grammy award for his spoken-word album.
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Gunfire erupts in Mogadishu before protests against Somali president’s rule
Ex-Somali PM Khaire accuses government forces of attacking him before planned antigovernment protests in Mogadishu.
Iran faces a new energy imbalance, but its options are limited
Iran’s government weighs limited energy control options in a strained economy, with the war impacting production.
Israeli attacks kill nine in Lebanon, reach Beirut outskirts
The attacks test a US-mediated deal to curb Israel-Hezbollah attacks, and new Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington.
Lula says Brazil cannot ‘accept treatment’ after new US tariffs proposed
Brazil's president says he was surprised by the proposed 25 percent tariffs, which came amid signs relations improving.
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US cites forced labour concerns as grounds for new tariffs
USTR's proposal comes from a Section 301 unfair trade practices investigation designed to help rebuild Trump's tariffs.
Netanyahu downplays US-Israel rift after Trump confirms criticism
US president acknowledges he had harsh words for Netanyahu over Lebanon attacks but says he 'likes' the Israeli leader.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Can Asian champions Qatar reach the knockouts?
Al Jazeera speaks to Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui ahead of the World Cup, with a shot at knockouts within their grasp.
‘Disgraceful’: Egypt jails activist Douma after article on its prisons
Rights group PEN America says Douma's 'case embodies part of an escalating crackdown on writers in Egypt'.
‘Disgraceful’: Egypt jails activist Douma after article on Egypt’s prisons
Rights group PEN America says Douma's 'case embodies part of an escalating crackdown on writers in Egypt'.
Bangladesh’s top diplomat elected UN General Assembly leader in tight race
Khalilur Rahman elected as the president of the UNGA's 81st session, garnering 99 votes in secret ballot.
Israeli settlers are driving Palestinian shepherds from their grazing lands
Settler attacks in the Jordan Valley have forced growing numbers of Palestinian communities to flee their villages.
What is the St Petersburg forum, Putin’s economic outreach to the world?
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted energy facilities near St Petersburg hours before the forum began.
The Ebola outbreak the world isn’t paying attention to
A deadly Ebola outbreak in the DRC is spreading across borders, with no approved vaccine or treatment for this strain.
Which World Cup 2026 stadiums will host matches in US, Canada and Mexico?
A quick look at the 16 venues across 16 cities in three countries, which will host the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup.
UK minister condemns violent protests against student’s murder
Henry Nowak's death has spurred right-wing claims ‘two-tier’ policing disadvantages white people
Turkiye’s top diplomat, Indonesia’s president discuss $10bn trade goal
The two discuss a range of sectors, including defence, energy, transportation and the halal food industry.
FBI agents fatally shoot alleged hostage-taker in California
The shooting ends a 12-hour standoff in the city of Bakersfield between suspect and law enforcement.
Pro-Palestine US army veteran Adam Hamawy wins New Jersey primary
A former US Army combat surgeon who volunteered at Gaza hospital has a Democratic primary in New Jersey.
Three British navy personnel killed in helicopter crash in England
An investigation under way after the deadly accident during a training exercise near the town of Sourton in Devon.
Sabalenka the latest French Open shock exit as Shnaider wins quarterfinal
Tennis's top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka knocked out of French Open in quarterfinal Roland-Garros defeat to Diana Shnaider.
‘Doesn’t seem qualified’: Who is Bill Pulte, acting US intelligence chief?
Republican and Democratic lawmakers have questioned the credentials of President Trump's latest appointee.
Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams set to be fit for Spain’s World Cup opener
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Athletic's Nico Williams are expected to shake injuries in time to face Cape Verde.
The Population Bust
A revealing global journey into declining birth rates, ageing societies, and their far-reaching impact.
Israel detains Palestine international women’s football player
Rand Halawani's detention also saw four other women arrested on Tuesday, including a former Palestine player.
Iran’s World Cup squad to depart for Mexico on June 6 despite US visa delay
Squad's visas for the US haven't been issued, with Marco Rubio saying IRGC-linked members won't be allowed to 'embed'.
DRC suggests behind-closed-doors World Cup warm-up to offset Ebola threat
Mayor of Spain's La Linea de la Concepcion bans friendly between DR Congo and Chile due to health concerns.
Why is France so invested in the future of Lebanon?
Analysts say France is hoping to reassert its diminishing influence in the region.
Kuwait and Bahrain attacked as Iran launches missile and drone barrage
Kuwait and Bahrain attacked as Iran launches missile and drone barrage
Is Asia facing a new currency crisis?
A stronger dollar, higher energy costs and market uncertainty are putting pressure on currencies across Asia.