Wildfires rage near Colombia’s capital as temperatures soar
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Palestinians slam suspension of UNRWA funding by some Western nations
Australia, UK, US and others halt support after Israel accused UNRWA staff of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attacks.
Femicide in Kenya: What’s causing an epidemic of violence against women?
Activists call for government to act following a series of brutal murders of women in January.
UN Security Council to discuss ICJ ruling in Israel genocide case
Top UN court ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians but didn't call for a ceasefire.
‘Israel’s supporters have been put on notice’, say experts on ICJ verdict
But ultimately, only Israel has the power to stop the bombardment of Gaza.
US military destroys Houthi antiship missile after oil tanker attack
US says missile presented an 'imminent threat' to merchant ship and US Navy vessels in the region.
US approves sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey
The $23bn deal was finalised after Turkey's parliament ratified Sweden's long-delayed NATO membership.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 703
As the war enters its 703rd day, these are the main developments.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 113
Top UN court orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza; US and UK conduct new attacks on Houthi targets.
Tuvalu’s pro-Taiwan leader loses seat in closely watched election
Tuvalu is one of only 12 remaining diplomatic allies of Taipei amid growing US-China rivalry in the Pacific.
Has the war on Gaza hurt Israel’s economy?
While some sectors like tech have continued to see activity, others like tourism and construction have nosedived.
ICJ ruling in Gaza genocide case renews calls to end Israel arms transfers
Advocates urge countries to suspend arms sales to Israel after top UN court says risk of genocide in Gaza plausible.
Boeing woes spark painful memories for families of Indonesian crash victims
Near-disaster involving Alaska Airlines aircraft has revived questions about plane manufacturer's safety record.
Stories of ‘beating the odds’ in China draw dark responses from wary public
Wave of online scepticism about two stories of survival and success in China point to deeper public dissatisfaction.
Filipinos in Hong Kong were promised a new life in Poland. It never came
Two-part Al Jazeera investigation reveals claims of deception by recruiters working across multiple countries.
‘Can’t stop’: US teen’s family seeks elusive justice in West Bank killing
US has been accused of failing to hold Israel accountable for the killings of its citizens, despite mounting pressure.
US court hears civil case accusing Biden of ‘complicity’ in Gaza ‘genocide’
Plaintiffs want the federal court to urge the US to use its influence to get Israel to end its hostilities in Gaza.
Donald Trump ordered to pay E Jean Carroll $83.3m for defamation
Trump walks out of court after lawyer for Carroll asks jurors to decide how much he owes writer.
Russia’s Putin says ‘obvious’ Ukraine shot down plane over Belgorod
Moscow and Kyiv trade blame after Il-76 plane crashed, reportedly killing 65 Ukrainian POWs said to be on board.
Who is Julia Sebutinde? The judge against all ICJ rulings in Israel’s case
ICJ Judge Sebutinde voted against emergency measures requested by South Africa against Israel over its war on Gaza.