‘Such good English’: Liberians confused, angry at Trump comments to Boakai
US president appeared surprised by his counterpart's 'beautiful English', despite it being Liberia's national language.
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Is direct action for Palestine ‘terrorism’? The UK says it is
The UK's 'terrorist' listing of the Palestine Action group puts pro-Palestine protests and free speech at risk.
UN expert Albanese rejects ‘obscene’ US sanctions for criticising Israel
UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese tells Al Jazeera the move is retaliation for 'pursuit of justice' in Israel’s Gaza war.
Judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order in class-action lawsuit
The injunction would bar Trump from denying citizenship to US-born babies based on their parents' immigration status.
US aid cuts could lead to millions more HIV/AIDS deaths by 2029, UN warns
United Nations 2025 Global AIDS Update says if funding not replaced, cuts may reverse 'decades' of progress on HIV/AIDS.
Nutella maker Ferrero to acquire WK Kellogg for $3.1bn
Deal announced as cereal giant Kellogg struggles as consumer demand slows due to inflation.
What’s behind Trump’s 50 percent tariff for Brazil despite trade surplus?
Brazil's President Lula has rejected Trump's efforts to use tariffs to extract political concessions.
As Russia pummels Ukraine, cautious allies shift gears to help Kyiv
Germany and the US appear on the cusp of major policy changes, and Ukraine senses its opportunity to secure weapons.
Nigeria says troops kill dozens of gunmen in northwest and northeast
Authorities claims 24 fighters 'neutralised' around northeast Borno state and 30 armed men killed in northwest Katsina.
Top US, Russia diplomats discuss Ukraine, Syria and Iran on ASEAN sidelines
Rubio and Lavrov 'confirmed their mutual desire to find peaceful solutions to conflicts', Russian Foreign Ministry says.
Palestinians prepare to lose West Bank homes as Israel pushes for expulsion
Masafer Yatta villagers had their land deemed a military zone, and the Israeli army is trying to demolish their homes.
Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders meet for peace talks in UAE
Draft deal to end bitter decades-long conflict agreed 4 months ago, but timeline for sealing it remains uncertain.
White House hosts West African leaders to discuss trade and development
Talks come as US shifts focus from aid to building sustainable economic partnerships.
Trump issues new tariffs for six countries, including Iraq and the Philippines
The White House has sent letters to 20 different countries this week announcing new tariffs.
South Korea issues arrest warrant for ex-President Yoon
Yoon Suk-yeol attempted to impose martial law on South Korea in December before being impeached.
Wildfires reopen earthquake wounds in Turkiye’s shattered Hatay province
Recent wildfires have torn through southeastern Turkiye's Hatay, still recovering from a February 2023 earthquake.
CEO Linda Yaccarino announced resignation from Musk’s X
In a surprise move, Yaccarino says she is stepping from the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
What would happen if coral reefs disappeared?
Half a billion people depend on coral reefs – what happens when they vanish?
Pakistan seeks YouTube ban on 27 opposition and journalist channels
Pakistan court order pushes the platform to block channels critical of the government and state institutions.
Flash floods in US kill at least three in New Mexico mountain town
Flash floods prompted by monsoon rains kill at least three, including two children, with search operations ongoing.