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UN Security Council to meet for first time over border tensions as top Russian, US diplomats prepare for talks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/DlTS65QXu

Pakistan, Afghanistan pledge coordination on border crossings

Both sides reaffirm commitment to longstanding regional connectivity programmes and a natural gas pipeline project. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Jk0qhcnHb

UK to introduce new bill to scrap EU laws two years since Brexit

Brexit Freedoms Bill will allow Britain to change or scrap outdated EU regulations to cut red tape for its businesses. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/7HOTMuoqD

A Bangladesh hospital is world’s ‘best new building’

Friendship Hospital in cyclone-prone Satkhira district gains recognition from the Royal Institute of British Architects. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/z1hqxlVat

Can Mukesh Ambani make India a clean-hydrogen hub?

He will invest $75bn in renewables infrastructure and analysts expect that clean power to be transformed into hydrogen. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/TWp5zNhc1

After Squid Game and Kpop, Korean webtoons get moment in the sun

Digital manga subscription service Piccoma was the third-highest earning app in the world in 2021. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/chA90m83I

Convicted Ahmaud Arbery murderers reach hate-crime plea deal

The family of murdered Black man condemns 'back-room plea deal' as a 'betrayal'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/VzkG7SDwN

Strike at BBC’s Istanbul bureau ends after deal reached

Dozen employees at the British broadcaster went on strike after it offered raises not in tune with rising inflation. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/SyY3DXEPT

French FM accuses Russian mercenaries of ‘despoiling’ Mali

Le Drian says the Wagner Group exploits the country's resources in exchange for protecting the military government. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/aWV4X2w1C

Greenwashing: Can we trust eco-credentials?

‘From fast food to fashion, it’s everywhere.’ from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/14rsxqecJ

Portuguese go to polls in snap election amid COVID, uncertainty

Election is seen as wide open as the ruling Socialists lose much of their lead in opinion polls to the main opposition. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/1pmT0voK8

2,000 children recruited by Yemen’s Houthis died fighting: UN

A United Nations report found children aged between 10 and 17 years are being lured into battle. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/XFfIxsDKM

Russia moves the naval exercise that rattled Ireland

A rare concession amid escalating tensions surrounding Russia massing about 100,000 soldiers near the Ukraine border. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/K12uzhUe8

Australian Open: Barty beats Collins to lift women’s tennis title

Ashleigh Barty beats Danielle Collins in straight sets, becoming first Australian to win home Grand Slam in 44 years. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/3INTI0d

Joni Mitchell joins Neil Young; pulls music in Spotify protest

Move against audio streaming firm comes after comedian Joe Rogan's podcast accused of spreading COVID misinformation. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/3gaKzTf

Ukraine crisis: Entrenched narratives and a dearth of nuance

We discuss the heated rhetoric around the Ukrainian crisis. And we speak to one of the writers of ‘Don’t Look Up’. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/3ueJYYP

Lebanon will not ‘hand over’ Hezbollah weapons: Foreign minister

Abdallah Bou assures his country will not be used as a 'launch pad' to violate Arab countries' interests. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/34idIcm

Destruction of Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem goes to ICC

Israel is taken to the International Criminal Court as it continues to demolish Palestinian homes. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/3g58PpR

What next for world powers in war-torn Libya?

The presence of both Turkish and Russian forces in the North African country is deeply unsettling to European powers. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://bit.ly/3AGWNMI

Resisting greenwashing in the Naqab: Unity Intifada continues

Israel's relentless land theft in the Naqab is serving to bring Palestinians closer together. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r82RL1

Kenya beefs up security after warnings of possible attacks

Police operations come after several European embassies warned of risk of possible attacks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/34i2mVF

Apple sales soar despite chip supply shortages

The iPhone giant's revenue jumped to a record over the Christmas quarter, sending shares up. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3G5x7KP

Armed group attacks UN convoy, burns two vehicles in Colombia

Officials said the group presented themselves as former FARC rebels; no one was injured in the attack. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3u93K86

Rockets hit Baghdad airport compound near US airbase

The rockets damaged an out-of-use Iraqi Airways plane; no casualties or injuries reported by police. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3g9ZHju

EU files a WTO case against China for targeting Lithuania

Beijing responds harshly to the move, which the EU says because China is targeting Lithuania over its stance on Taiwan. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r4Wb0l

Spotify to remove Neil Young music amid Joe Rogan COVID protest

Singer called on Spotify to remove his songs or ditch the podcaster, who has spread dubious coronavirus claims. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tYO6w2

Nimco Happy and the rise of Somali music in Britain

A song by a Somali musician goes viral, raising hopes for the inclusion of Somali music in the mainstream. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32BtgaN

Jordanian military kills 27 in shoot-out with Syrian smugglers

Army says it found large quantities of drugs hidden in Syrian trucks passing through Jordan's main border crossing. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rXHBXt

Can COVID-19 vaccines help prevent long COVID?

With treatment options for long COVID still limited, we look at whether being vaccinated offers protection against it. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fZ6X1I

Russia’s main demands not ‘taken into account’, Moscow says: Live

Kremlin claims long-awaited US and NATO responses to security demands fail to address Russia’s most pressing concerns. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3g3GyA2

China returns missing Indian teenager at disputed border

Indian minister says Miram Tarom has been handed over to Indian army at a border post in northeastern Arunachal Pradesh. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3u1XtuX

SDF commandos close in on Syria prison, capture ISIL fighters

At least 550 suspected ISIL fighters have surrendered as SDF commandos wrestle back control of the prison. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rSXbnu

Russian, Ukrainian advisers meet over tensions: Live news

Talks including France and Germany get under way in Paris as the Kremlin hits out at threats of tougher sanctions. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3IEFCy2

Saudi Arabia restores ties with Thailand after gem theft dispute

The two countries appoint ambassadors for the first time since 1989 when relations were frozen over gem theft. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rVnSIh

In Pictures: India celebrates Republic Day with military parade

India traditionally invites foreign leaders as guests of honour to the parade but did not this year due to the pandemic. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3g0i8qR

Twitter receives record number of gov’t requests to remove posts

Ninety-five percent of demands in January-June 2021 came from five countries - Japan, Russia, Turkey, India and S Korea. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/343xb0l

Bataclan survivor finds NFT of her X-ray for sale online

The surgeon had put an image of a patient's X-ray on a website that sells NFTs without her consent. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3Ixzc3S

AFCON: ‘Anxiety, agitation’ led to Cameroon football stampede

On Monday, eight people died while 38 suffered injuries at stampede ahead of hosts Cameroon's match against Comoros. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3IERPD7

Guatemala paramilitaries sentenced for raping Indigenous women

The former members of the government-recruited patrols were sentenced to 30 years for raping 36 Indigenous women. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3H25DXI

Millions left without power after huge blackout hits Central Asia

Major cities in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan hit by power outages after an 'emergency imbalance' in a power grid. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33PAlFh

EU powers to meet over Ukraine as US prepares troops: Live news

As US puts 8,500 soldiers on high alert for Eastern Europe deployment, Paris and Berlin seek unified response to Moscow. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rUCJ5M

UK gov’t orders probe into fired Muslim ex-minister’s allegations

Nusrat Ghani says her faith was cited as a reason for why she was dismissed from Boris Johnson's administration in 2020. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3g8ukWV

Second Mexican journalist killed in Tijuana in less than a week

Lourdes Maldonado Lopez was murdered days after Margarito Martinez was found fatally shot in the Mexican border city. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3KOZxwr

Peloton takes another hit from TV heart attack

After a heart attack in Sex and the City remake, Peloton gets an unfavourable portrayal in Billions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33DxcZf

There is an urgent need to make WHO financially fit for purpose

Without sustainable funding, the World Health Organisation cannot succeed in its mission to deliver health for all. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rIQPHc

Pakistan’s first woman Supreme Court judge Ayesha Malik sworn in

Malik, 55, now sits on the bench alongside 16 male colleagues at the country's highest court. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3KCcM38

Burkina Faso President Kabore ‘detained’ by mutinous soldiers

Reports say Kabore's detention comes after troops staged mutinies at several army barracks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fPy0ML

Syria prison attack kills more than 100, clashes ongoing

ISIL attack in Hasakeh has been one of the deadliest since the armed group lost its territory in 2019. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FTRN8r

Koblenz trial: One small step towards justice for Syria

I thought I would never see my torturer face justice. I did, and I hope all Syrian victims find justice as well. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33Jz0zN

Germany to provide medical help to Ukraine – but no weapons

Weapons deliveries to Kyiv would 'not be helpful at the moment', says Germany's defence minister. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3AqTlFT

In Russia, Indigenous land defenders face intimidation and exile

Pressure on communities comes as regional elites and big companies look to develop resource-rich Indigenous lands. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Aplk8Y

What’s behind legal dispute between Qatar Airways and Airbus?

Qatar Airways is seeking compensation of $618m plus $4m a day after grounding 21 A350s over safety concerns. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32pkxIF

Turkish journalist arrested for insulting President Erdogan

Tens of thousands have been charged and sentenced over the crime of insulting Erdogan since he became president. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nQO853

Burkina Faso gov’t denies army takeover after barracks gunfire

The government denies the army seized control of the country after exchanges of gunfire at multiple army barracks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rOsNe2

Twitter freezes hundreds of accounts backing Philippines’ Marcos

Twitter says it used both human review and technology in deciding to suspend more than 300 accounts and hashtags. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tPCqLS

Joe Biden one year: How has the US economy fared?

Unemployment is down, but inflation is up - and Americans are not happy about it. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3KsxWAV

Yemen: UN chief calls for investigation into Saudi-led air raids

Antonio Guterres condemns air raids by Saudi-led coalition on Saada city and urges all parties to protect civilians. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3KyQq2M

Boris Johnson takes a swipe at the BBC

Amid 'PartyGate', the UK prime minister lashes out at the media. Plus, a radio station broadcasting into North Korea. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fSx22g

Airbus cancels $6bn contract with Qatar Airways after paint fight

Qatar Airways calls Airbus's decision 'a matter of considerable regret and frustration' amid a legal battle over paint. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/340sHHW

AFCON: Progress, elimination and the controversies so far

Al Jazeera lists down teams who qualified for the last-16, shock eliminations and controversies from the AFCON. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nNYDpV

Israel’s ‘war of attrition’ against Palestinian children

As the battle between the Palestinian Bedouin and Israel continues, children are being indiscriminately arrested. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3In4HNZ

Baby among four found dead along US-Canada border

Four bodies found in freezing conditions along the US-Canada border after apparently being abandoned by human smugglers. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fKF0dY

Hearing balls bounce at Australian Open and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rCAnrT

Beijing Olympics torch relay confined to closed venues over COVID

Beijing is on high alert for the coronavirus after a handful of small outbreaks in various parts of the country. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3IFJIX1

Amazon's Alexa returns after morning snooze

Amazon's voice assistant Alexa appeared to be unavailable in the UK and Europe on Friday morning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3rEivNq

20 years later, can the US close Guantanamo?

Almost 800 prisoners passed through its gates since 2002; now 39 remain. Until when? from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tJGw8r

Rights groups want UN to ban Bangladesh’s RAB from peacekeeping

Twelve human rights groups have asked the UN to exclude the Rapid Action Battalion from peacekeeping missions. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fDt5yC

Pakistan: Deadly bomb blast targets Lahore’s shopping district

At least two people reported to have been killed and 16 injured in the incident. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nKhd2h

Liberia stampede: Dozens killed at religious event near Monrovia

Police say at least 29 people killed in disaster in a suburb of the capital, but there are fears the toll could rise. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3GLUzOx

Pakistan places new restrictions amid rise in COVID cases

The restrictions include a ban on indoor gatherings and any indoor dining at restaurants starting Thursday. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/351g4g1

China’s PLA accused of abducting Indian teen in Arunachal Pradesh

Ruling BJP party's parliamentarian says Chinese forces 'abducted' a 17-year-old boy in the disputed border areas. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32f2mVR

CIA finds most Havana Syndrome cases not work of enemies: Report

Spy agency's early findings say most cases of mysterious affliction affecting US diplomats explained by other factors. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rxLPoz

Biden’s foreign policy dilemmas

On foreign policy, Biden talks like Obama, but walks like Trump. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rBaGb3

India’s COVID cases hit 8-month high, experts say peak weeks away

Government scientist warns it will take weeks before hospitalisations and deaths data will show severity of latest wave. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rzeWIj

Gloucester Council cyber attack linked to Russian hackers

It is believed the malware made its way into the council's system embedded in an email. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3tFWFeV

Israeli forces demolish Palestinian home in Sheikh Jarrah

Israeli forces tear down the house in overnight raid displacing family of 18 from their home in occupied East Jerusalem. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Ar0eat

In Pictures: Waves from Tonga eruption cause oil spill in Peru

A black mass of crude oil stretches some 3km along Peru's shoreline. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FIMwjU

UAE calls for UNSC meeting as coalition renews Yemen air raids

Saudi-led forces launch further attacks on Sanaa following Houthis' deadly drone attack on Abu Dhabi. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nAqd9R

Margarito Martinez: Mexican journalist shot dead outside home

Margarito Martinez, 49, who covered police and crime, was fatally shot near his home in the border town of Tijuana. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3A8w4Zl

How Nigeria succeeded in clipping Twitter's wings

Some fear that Twitter agreeing to new rules in Nigeria may encourage others to restrict social media. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3IdSLy1

Muslim girls wearing Hijab barred from classes at Indian college

Group of Muslim students at government college in Karnataka has been forced to sit outside the classroom for weeks now. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33tNVOf

Australian Open organisers ‘deeply regret’ Novak Djokovic saga

Djokovic was approved by Tennis Australia and the state of Victoria for a medical exemption. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tDGajA

Indonesia names new capital Nusantara as MPs back relocation

President Joko Widodo chooses Nusantara as the name for the new capital that will replace polluted, sinking Jakarta. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tG58Pg

Manila’s ‘no vax, no ride’ public transit policy comes into force

Unvaccinated people are banned from public jeepneys, taxis, buses, sea ferries and commercial planes to and from Manila. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qILrol

Suspected drone attack in Abu Dhabi causes fire, kills three

Police say 'small flying objects' behind blast near oil storage facilities and fire at construction site near airport. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Kl15O6

Winter storm hits US East Coast, tens of thousands without power

The snowstorm caused travel disruptions and left thousands without power, with warnings from Mississippi to Maine. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qBUAyA

Ex-leader Poroshenko returns to Ukraine to face treason case

Former president could be sentenced to up to 15 years in prison if found guilty of charges he dismisses as fabricated. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qIw7bj

As India waffles on terms for Tesla, several states woo Musk

At least four states tweeted to Elon Musk over the weekend to set up shop with them after he flagged gov't problems. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rmF5tS

Iran to reopen OIC representative office in Saudi Arabia

Diplomats are in Jeddah to launch office after six years as Iran and Saudi Arabia prepare for a fifth round of direct talks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tzuDl9

Tsunami threat recedes; volcanic ash hinders Tonga response

The massive ash cloud covering the island nation prevented New Zealand surveillance flights from assessing the damage. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3I7sn91

Expert warns of impending ‘genocide’ of Muslims in India

Gregory Stanton, who founded the Genocide Watch group, is sounding the alarm on violence against Muslims in India. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33mIy3u

Journalists decry ‘forcible takeover’ of Kashmir Press Club

Journalists take over Kashmir Press Club as security forces stand by - journalists decry the 'dangerous precededent'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33EOp3O

Sudan pro-democracy faction agrees to UN-brokered talks

The Forces of Freedom of and Change says it will take part in UN-sponsored talks to end months of political deadlock. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Fzdhrd

India daily COVID-19 case count reaches eight-month peak: Live

India reports 271,202 daily COVID cases; report says UK will stop asking fully vaccinated travellers to test on return. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3rqnQYq

COVID: Beijing reports first local Omicron case

Omicron case in Beijing comes as cities across the country ratchet up viral vigilance before the Winter Olympics. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qrBSd3

Cricket: Virat Kohli steps down as India Test captain

Virat Kohli led the team for 68 matches and won 40 of them, making him India's most successful Test captain. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3I4Zb2k

Calls grow for UK PM to resign over lockdown ‘parties’

Staff at Downing Street held 'wine-time Fridays' during coronavirus lockdowns, according to new revelations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FqG4hn

New US Africa envoy to visit Ethiopia and Sudan

US envoy, assistant secretary to meet leaders and civil society actors during severe crises in the two African nations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/324jTQE

Ukraine: Cold War stereotypes and competing narratives

As big powers do the talking about the fate of Ukraine, where are Ukrainian voices? Plus, sexism in Greece's media. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zZuBEC

Tonga issues tsunami warning after undersea volcano erupts

People flee to higher ground after the massive volcanic eruption triggers the area's second tsunami in as many days. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nPumqX

Russia demands US, NATO response next week on Ukraine

Foreign Minister Lavrov says Moscow has 'run out of patience' after diplomatic talks fail to produce breakthrough. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3KlUYJI

Pebbles get caught in Mars rover and other tech news

LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/33C8mYY

As queen mourned alone, UK gov’t staff held parties: Report

Lockdown-breaking gatherings were held on eve of Prince Philip's funeral in April 2021, newspaper report alleges. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tsaxcv

Tech Tent: Has Theranos changed Silicon Valley?

Elizabeth Holmes defrauded investors, but could the scandal usher in a change to Silicon Valley? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qtKjEA

Antony Blinken says ‘a few weeks left’ to save Iran nuclear deal

US officials report modest gains during talks in Vienna, but warn nuclear advances will soon become irreversible. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/34R6JaI

Bangladesh tightens curbs as COVID cases rise, Dhaka a ‘red zone’

Government issues 11-point directive, including mandatory COVID passes and restrictions on events and transport. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qtw5nv

India’s big cities could see COVID cases peak next week: Experts

Cases in Delhi and Mumbai could peak next week, experts say, as country reports highest number of daily cases since May. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33piTH3

Pegasus used to target El Salvador activists, journalists: Report

Citizen Lab watchdog says Israeli NSO Group's Pegasus spyware used by operator working in country since early 2020. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3HVCSMq

CES 2022: Dog facial recognition and smart taps

Chris Fox tries out some of the gadgets on display at the convention's area for start-ups. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3HW3PzA

Majoritarian violence is slowly tearing India apart

But resistance to the violent and divisive politics of Hindu nationalists is also growing. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qlnPG2

Two Israeli officers killed in ‘friendly fire’ at West Bank base

Two commanders were misidentified as Palestinian attackers near the Nabi Musa base, Israeli military says. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3HSdnM6

German court sentences former Syrian colonel to life in prison

Landmark ruling sees Anwar Raslan convicted for crimes against humanity in Damascus jail a decade ago. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3nnSTD8

Churchill, Johnson and the farcical nostalgia for empire

Churchill's vast historical record has long been misused, but current attempts to do so are particularly egregious. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tiEoEe

Meta monopoly case from FTC given go-ahead

The US is trying to compel Meta to sell off Instagram and WhatsApp, alleging a monopoly. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3qkQIlD

NATO, Russia hold talks as fears for Ukraine’s security mount

Meeting at NATO's HQ in Brussels includes top Russian officials and comes during a week of high-stakes talks in Europe. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Fo9X1Q

The needle has shifted; Trump could be charged

I am no longer convinced that Trump will avoid the legal comeuppance he has earned. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3re5olE

‘No vaccine, no ride’: Limits imposed on Manila public transport

Policy covers all domestic public transport to, from and within Metro Manila, but critics say order is discriminatory. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zO2FTS

Over 80 fact-checking groups urge YouTube to fight disinformation

Organisations from around the world say YouTube has become 'one of the major conduits of online disinformation'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3GoFjGU

Mexico’s President Obrador tests positive for COVID again

Announcement came hours after 68-year-old president spoke to journalists at a news conference without wearing a mask. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Fka8v8

Pokémon Go: Police fired for chasing Snorlax instead of robbers

A pair of LAPD officers lost their jobs after ignoring a robbery to play Pokémon Go instead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3r1NGSq

Mali’s ruler urges ECOWAS to reconsider ‘inhumane’ sanctions

The military regime is facing sanctions by regional bloc after proposing to delay elections by nearly four years. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3GlIQpx

Vodafone Idea finds a new investor to rescue it: Indian gov’t

Vodafone Idea will convert into equity its past dues to the gov't, giving the latter a nearly 36 percent stake in it. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r8B2AZ

In Cambodia, union arrests spotlight pressures on civil society

Workers at NagaWorld casino complex in Phnom Penh have pledged to continue their strike despite growing risk of arrest. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3GkSoBa

Kazakhstan: Russia-led forces to withdraw; new PM appointed

Week after dozens were killed in deadly protests, President Tokayev assigns Alikhan Smailov as PM. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FdJynp

Afghan baby lost in Kabul airlift chaos reunited with relatives

Sohail Ahmadi was just two months old when he went missing on August 19, as thousands rushed to leave Afghanistan. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33iaOEb

Iran says won’t officially recognise Taliban after Tehran talks

Iran has been in constant contact with the Taliban since its August takeover, but has called for inclusive government. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FcvZo4

Omicron surge: Should we shorten self-isolation time?

Are quarantine rule changes based on the best health science or are they being governed by concern for the economy? from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3tcSGpX

London e-scooter collisions jumped in 2021

Between January and June 2021, 258 collisions were recorded, compared with 266 in the whole of 2020. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3t3PyNd

US, Russian officials meet in Geneva as Ukraine tensions mount

Washington is seeking to avert a Russian invasion of Ukraine while the Kremlin eyes expansive security demands. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3f9B8D8

Gulf ministers visit China to discuss strengthening energy ties

Diplomats of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Bahran are on a five-day visit to China along with the head of the GCC. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3f5c7c2

Sudan security forces fire tear gas at Khartoum protesters

A leading Sudanese protest group has rejected a UN initiative to hold talks with the military. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r1F1PR

Saudi Arabia may run out of interceptor missiles in ‘months’

Riyadh has 'an urgent situation' as it runs out of missiles for its air-defence system, Financial Times reports. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3taU8cD

Mass testing in China’s Tianjin as India imposes new restrictions

Countries are beefing up precautionary measures as the new Omicron variant causes a global spike in COVID-19 cases. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zCATtD

Kazakhstan: More than 160 killed, 5,000 arrested during riots

Fuel price rises sparked the unrest a week ago in provincial areas but the violence quickly reached large cities. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zH1k1p

Prominent Afghan professor arrested for criticising Taliban rule

The arrest of Faizullah Jalal is stoking fears that the Taliban will reimpose harsh rules on freedom of speech. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3q7XM4O

The meaning of good governance in the Arab world

Arab countries and causes are suffering from the lack of justice, equality and solidarity in the region. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/31DAXN1

West African leaders to discuss Mali crisis after coup d’etat

ECOWAS meeting comes after increasing tensions over the timetable for restoring civilian rule in Mali after a 2020 coup. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3f2TRjJ

Opposition party supporters in Albania clash over leadership

At least one police officer and one protester were injured and dozens of protesters were arrested, police say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3q79vAT

UN to hold talks in Sudan to end post-coup crisis

UN says military, rebel groups, political parties and protest movements will be invited to take part in the talks. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3HJoNBK

Dozens killed in Ethiopian air strike on IDP camp in Tigray

Aid workers and TPLF say 56 killed in air raid on camp for displaced people in Dedebit near border with Eritrea. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qZeSRL

Iran sanctions more US officials over Soleimani assassination

In a symbolic move, Iran has added more US officials to a list that already included Donald Trump and Mike Pompeo. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r6FGjg

South Africa’s Ramaphosa says ANC needs renewal to regain support

Governing party marks its 110th anniversary while engulfed in bitter factional rivalries and corruption allegations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3r30Min

Djokovic lawyers say COVID infection gave him Australia exemption

In court filing, lawyers say tennis star contracted COVID-19 last month and was later granted a vaccine exemption. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qXOozZ

Somalia may be on the verge of another famine

To avoid a repetition of the 2011 famine disaster, we must act now. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JW7Mq2

Egypt frees activist Ramy Shaath after he abandons nationality

Shaath's detention came amid a continuing crackdown on political dissent under Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3F7RC99

Cold kills 16 stuck in cars in heavy snow at Pakistan resort

Deceased include eight members of the same family after their vehicles were submerged in snow, officials say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zA0CCY

India COVID-19 cases skyrocket amid election campaign

Almost 142,000 new infections are recorded in the country as politicians address packed rallies before upcoming polls. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JRWl2t

Iraq’s new parliament meets for the first time amid uncertainty

New parliament convenes to nominate a house speaker and two deputies in first session since October's elections. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3t6A7DM

Three Iranian clubs barred from Asian Champions League

From the former government to US sanctions, authorities have tried to shift the blame. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3q54qc1

‘Speak up’: Australia refugees urge Djokovic to advocate for them

Rights group says controversy over tennis star is the 'perfect opportunity' for Australia to create more humane policy. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3f59AhW

Hate speech and online abuse: India’s growing extremism problem

Calls to kill minorities, weak mainstream media and negligent officials in India. Plus, Russia’s media blacklist. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JUfnp1

Novak Djokovic thanks fans for support amid Australian visa row

The men's tennis global star is challenging Australian visa cancellation over COVID vaccination dispute. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3f3Hhk9

US adds only 199,000 jobs in Dec, jobless rate falls below 4%

Despite disappointing jobs creation last month, the unemployment rate fell to 3.9%. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33dIjaE

France weighs cancelling Dakar Rally after explosion in Saudi

French prosecutors have opened a terror probe into blast targeting a car in Jeddah, which injured a French driver. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zCycrL

After January 6, Trump’s hold on US Republicans persists

Despite widespread criticism after deadly Capitol riot, analysts say former US president remains dominant voice in GOP. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3G3ZmdO

Bitcoin prices fall to lowest in months after US Fed remarks

Bitcoin prices tumble amid rumblings from the US banking body and unrest in Kazakhstan. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3G83KZ2

Just how bad is inflation in Turkey? It depends on who you ask

Government figures say annual inflation topped 36% last month, but some think that number is far short of the mark. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32XMIhV

E3: Gaming convention cancels in-person event due to Covid

E3 will not be held in LA this June and organisers have not yet said if it will be held online instead. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3f1UJEZ

CES: Should the world’s biggest tech show have gone ahead?

The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has gone ahead in Las Vegas, despite the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3q5eDoQ

Hong Kong politicians sent to quarantine after birthday party

Those sent to quarantine camp include home affairs secretary Caspar Tsui and immigration chief Au Ka-wang. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/33aGrza

‘Huge safety issue’: Hong Kong pilots’ warning over COVID rules

Aircrew speaking on condition of anonymity warn aviation hub's harsh quarantine policies are damaging mental health. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32ORsGR

NFT marketplace OpenSea valued at more than $13bn

Worldwide trade in digital collectables was worth $40.9bn (£30.1bn) last year, a report suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3F05EJW

Palestinian man shot dead by Israeli army in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces shot dead 21-year-old man during an army raid on Balata refugee camp near Nablus. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3eY7FM5

Dutch government ends funding to Palestinian civil society group

Move comes despite review finding no proof of Israeli 'terror' claims against Union of Agricultural Work Committees. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3G13Sd3

Scepticism grips Romania, the EU’s second-least vaccinated nation

Widespread disinformation and distrust of authorities has left immunisation rates lagging behind other European nations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3G39SBM

As Kazakhstan protests turn deadly, EU warns Russia: Live updates

Protesters, police killed during demonstrations against former Soviet republic's political system in Almaty. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32UL6pl

My father’s handwriting

My father wrote in beautiful, elegant strokes with care and patience, each word strummed like a musical chord. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qVKwiW

‘If she was white, she would still be here’: Canada’s MMIWG

Since Brenda Wilson's sister was murdered, she has dedicated her life to helping families of other missing girls. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3pS8PPz

In the UK, calls grow to revoke Tony Blair’s knighthood

Petition demanding former PM's award by monarch be blocked because of his role in the Iraq War attracts mass support. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3mZnCWW

Detained Ugandan satirical novelist tortured in custody: Lawyer

Rukirabashaija, author of satirical novels about corruption and greed, is being held incommunicado, his lawyer says. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3pY55MI

In Pictures: Kazakhstan rocked by protests

Rare demonstrations sparked by increase in fuel prices spread across parts of the country. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3eSCHVW

Macron slammed for saying he wants to ‘p*** off’ unvaccinated

French president has been accused of overstepping the line by using a phrase considered vulgar in France. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JGkDwd

Kosovo bans cryptocurrency mining after blackouts

The Balkan country is enforcing blackouts amid an electricity shortage caused by high global prices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3347j3M

More COVID disruptions for teams ahead of Africa Cup of Nations

Positive cases, travel plans postponed and cancellations of warm-up games just four days before tournament kicks off. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zs42Yd

Capitol probe seeks to question Fox host Hannity over Trump texts

Panel requests Hannity voluntarily answer questions about communications with Trump, others in days around 2021 attack. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/336Ml4B

Taliban orders shop owners to remove heads of mannequins

A video clip showing men sawing the plastic heads off female figures goes viral on social media. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qRIZud

What next for Sudan after PM Hamdok’s resignation?

Amid mounting unrest, analysts expect military to co-opt new civilian figure to avoid missing out on foreign aid. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3t06sfG

Ethiopia detained Tigrayans repatriated from Saudi Arabia: HRW

New report by rights watchdog alleges mistreatment of ethnic Tigrayans singled out after return to war-hit Ethiopia. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JUwDun

Hong Kong bans flights from 8 countries, tightens COVID curbs

Ban on flights from Australia, Canada, France, India, Pakistan, Philippines, UK and US to come into effect on Saturday. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3eScDdn

From carpenter to property app founder

Michael Cockburn, co-founder of office-working app Desana, shares his business advice. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3sZgJJ4

Kazakh protesters storm gov’t office in Almaty as crisis deepens

President struggles to calm unrest as demonstrations, which started over fuel prices, enter a fourth day. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3EWcTm4

Shares in Future Group firms fall as court dismisses appeal

A Delhi court had dismissed Future Retail's appeal to declare arbitration proceedings with Amazon.com as illegal. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3EWa6t6

UK: COVID disrupts public life again, but symptoms ‘less severe’

People hospitalised as Omicron surges appear to be less sick than those admitted earlier in the pandemic, says minister. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JQkRB8

Elizabeth Holmes: Has the Theranos scandal changed Silicon Valley?

Could a Theranos scandal happen again or has Silicon Valley learnt its lesson? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3E5rZXq

Beijing meets national air quality standards for first time

Improved air quality follows a concerted effort to cut coal consumption and relocate heavy industry. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3pUiHbL

Silicon Valley's trial of the century

A look at the Theranos trial and the evidence that led to Elizabeth Holmes being found guilty of fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3pRUDpV

A month from Winter Olympics, Beijing seals off games ‘bubble’

Thousands of games-related staff, volunteers, cleaners, cooks and coach drivers to be cocooned in 'closed loop'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3sVMLW9

Drone attack on Iraq base foiled, 2nd one in 24 hours: Coalition

US-led coalition says two drones rigged with explosives destroyed by defensive capabilities at Ain al-Asad airbase. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32GMPyz

Infographic: How COVID has spread globally in the last two years

As confirmed cases near the 300-million mark, Al Jazeera's animated graphics look at COVID-19’s spread across the world. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3mTSN5R

Writing on the wall: Why Hamdok exit was only a ‘matter of time’

Experts say Sudan's prime minister found himself lacking in public and political support after deal with military. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3zldCMr

A happier new year takes imagination and courage

2022 may not be all doom and gloom, but that depends on us. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/32BzwPX

Turkish inflation surges to highest level since 2002

The annual consumer inflation rate rose to 36.08 percent last month and food and energy prices soared. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qFPkco

Pakistan sees highest number of COVID cases in two months: Live

India starts vaccinating teens; Qatar reports third COVID-19 wave and Kuwait issues travel warning for some EU states. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3F1mgBj

In Pictures: Fire ravages South Africa’s 138-year-old parliament

Dozens of crews battled to extinguish the fire which broke out in the parliament complex's oldest wing. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JEIigo

Bulli Bai: India’s Muslim women again listed on app for ‘auction’

App, now taken down, displayed women 'for sale as maids', with victims saying they have little hope of action by police. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3FNs1nl

Omicron cancels more than 3,300 flights worldwide: Live news

More than half of cancelled flights in US as a total 4,800 flights are disrupted worldwide amid spread of COVID variant. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3ERCYCJ

Sudan forces fire tear gas at anti-coup protesters in Khartoum

Thousands march towards presidential palace in the 12th round of major protests since military coup on October 25. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3Htlajf

Lionel Messi, three others at PSG test COVID positive

Defender Juan Bernat, keeper Sergio Rico and midfielder Nathan Bitumazala also returned positive tests. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/348OY6h

Shallow earthquake hits southwestern China

The quake struck on the border between Yunnan and Sichuan provinces, which put the magnitude at 5.4 and depth at 38km. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qzRnyk

China says ‘positive changes’ as COVID cases ease in Xi’an

New cases in the locked-down city fall to lowest in a week as residents face 11th day under strict home confinement. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3EMzJfV

Senegal accuse Watford of blocking Sarr’s AFCON participation

Senegalese football federation says it will resort to FIFA if the Premier League club refuses to release the player. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3JwSyHz

3 people missing, hundreds of homes destroyed in Colorado fire

Official says the three missing people all lived in homes consumed by the wind-stoked urban wildfire. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qDpNAt

Will COVID-19 permanently change the way we work?

Governments encourage 'working from home' as employees demand better work-life balance. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3eJqbrs

Thousands rally in Baghdad to mark 2020 killing of Iran general

Marchers call for expulsion of remaining US forces in Iraq as they commemorate General Qassem Soleimani's assassination. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qDQmFM

Tunisia launches national consultation on reforms

Wide-ranging process - part of reform package pushed by President Kais Saied - will help into drafting new constitution. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3qDIYu2

The US opioid epidemic, edition 2021

Those responsible for the opioid-related deaths of hundreds of thousands of Americans are yet to be held accountable. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3pIv3Du

Taiwan urges China to curb its ‘military adventurism’

China claims Taiwan as its own territory, and increased military and diplomatic pressure to assert sovereignty claims. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3pK3Y32

Funeral begins for South Africa’s anti-apartheid icon Tutu