Police ban planned Quran burning protest in Norway
Oslo police Inspector Martin Strand says demonstration in Norwegian capital 'can't go ahead due to security concerns'.
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What is behind the rising violent attacks in Pakistan?
TTP has denied involvement in the Peshawar mosque blast, but officials say it has intensified attacks since November.
Pope urges African youth to shun ethnic rivalry and corruption
The pontiff addresses more than 65,000 youths in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Middle East round-up: Has the next Intifada already started?
Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.
Pakistan mosque bomber wore police uniform: Police chief
Pakistani police say the attacker was not checked as officers believed he was one of their own.
Italy ‘complicit’ in crimes for renewing pact with Libya: NGOs
The Memorandum of Understanding on Migration has been renewed despite mounting evidence of crimes against humanity.
Analysis: Ukraine’s new weapon will force a Russian shift
Kyiv says longer-range rockets will force Moscow to adapt tactics or face potentially catastrophic losses.
India opposition MPs seek Adani probe as group losses top $100bn
Opposition MPs call for parliamentary investigation after US-based short seller accuses Adani Group of fraud.
Gunmen kill police chief, seven others in central Nigeria
The attack is the latest episode of violence before the February 25 presidential and parliamentary elections in Nigeria.
Shell profits hit record $40bn as Britons endure inflation
UK firm reports highest annual profits in 115-year history, prompting anger among those struggling to pay energy bills.
An Iranian Couple Has Reportedly Been Sentenced To Over 10 Years In Prison After Posting A Video Dancing On Instagram
The fashion and lifestyle influencers have nearly 1 million followers each. Iranian's state media disputed the length of their reported prison sentence.
‘Riding a rollercoaster’ in Myanmar’s post-coup economy
Deepening conflict, sudden changes to regulations and a lack of transparency have made business increasingly hard.
Republicans push to remove Ilhan Omar from foreign affairs panel
A vote is set for Thursday on resolution aimed at the Muslim-American progressive lawmaker over her criticism of Israel.
Peru’s legislature shoots down proposal to fast-track elections
Peruvian Congress fails to approve measure that would have moved elections to December 2023 amid widespread protests.
Meta shares soar as it cuts back spending, forecasts upbeat Q1
Its forecast suggests the advertising market may be recovering as companies increase their marketing budgets.
Jamaica’s prime minister offers troops to address Haiti crisis
The offer comes after Haitian government appealed for international support to help with the country's gang violence.
US concerned as Sudan releases man convicted of slaying diplomat
Abdelraouf Abuzeid was previously convicted in connection to a shooting that killed a USAID employee and his driver.
US Fed opts for small rate rise, warns of ‘ongoing increases’
The Fed said US economy was enjoying 'modest growth', with policymakers still 'highly attentive to inflation risks'.
Qatar Airways, Airbus reach settlement in A350 legal case
'Amicable settlement' ends a $2bn row over the safety of Europe's premier long-haul jet.
Home of Ukrainian oil tycoon raided in anti-corruption purge
Ukraine is taking a hard line against corruption as it continues talks to join the European Union.