Outside Bali, Indonesia’s Hindus celebrate Nyepi in intimate ceremonies
The Balinese new year, known as Nyepi, is marked by reflection, fasting and meditation.
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Why are people in India’s Ladakh protesting against central government?
Residents in Leh and Kargil join forces to demand more power as they fear loss of their tribal identity.
Muslim countries announce start of Ramadan in shadow of Gaza war
This year’s observance, for many, is marred by Israel’s war on Gaza.
Centre-right party ahead in Portugal election, exit polls show
Three polls show the right-leaning parties combined, including far-right Chega, could secure an outright majority.
US military airlifts some embassy personnel from Haiti, bolsters security
The US operation comes amid gang violence that threatens to bring down the government and has led thousands to flee.
Ukraine rejects pope’s call to ‘raise the white flag’ to end Russia’s war
Catholic leader, 87, told Swiss broadcaster that Ukraine should negotiate with Russia and raised idea of surrender.
Sudan army general rules out Ramadan truce unless RSF leaves civilian sites
Sudan general rejects truce after UN Security Council calls for cessation of hostilities during the Islamic holy month.
Protests over Israeli leader Herzog’s presence at Dutch Holocaust Museum
Thousands of protesters demonstrate in Amsterdam against Israel’s war on Gaza.
Around the world, cinephiles say ‘meh’ to Hollywood’s Oscar nominees
Hollywood films entertain but don't uplift, film scholars say.
Ramadan Mubarak: Hear greetings in different languages
Here is how to wish someone Ramadan Mubarak in various languages around the world.
UK ‘terror’ attack survivors warn against equating Muslims with ‘extremism’
Group of survivors says such language fuels anti-Muslim sentiments in the UK.
India signs $100bn free trade deal with European EFTA bloc
India to lift import tariffs for several industrial products from four-nation group in return for 15-year investment.
Hezbollah fires rockets into Israel after deadly strikes
Lebanese armed group says it launched dozens of rockets on Israeli village of Meron, after Israeli strikes killed five.
Palestinians fear Israeli violence in Jerusalem during Ramadan
As Palestinians prepare for Ramadan, many fear that Israeli authorities and far-right Israelis could provoke unrest.
Syria avoids regional cold shoulder despite Captagon drug trade
Billions of dollars go to the Syrian government, leaving it at the centre of the amphetamine's trade.
Nigeria school abductions: More pupils snatched as army hunts for missing
Locals tell Al Jazeera they feel abandoned by the government and will have no peace of mind until the children return.
Voting under way in Portugal general elections amid populist surge
Voters head for the polls in an early election that could see country join a shift to the right across Europe.
At least 19 killed, 7 missing in flash floods in Indonesia
Disaster management agency says more than 80,000 people have fled to temporary government shelters.
US opens criminal probe into Boeing 737 MAX mid-flight blowout
Investigation comes amid heightened scrutiny of Boeing's safety record following fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.
Biden makes contradictory remarks on ‘red lines’ for Israel in Gaza
US president says Israel's Netanyahu is 'hurting Israel' more than helping in his handling of the war.