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Why is the US dollar so strong?

The dollar has rallied on Donald Trump's presidential victory.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 8:14 am


How has the UNSC voted since the beginning of Israel’s war on Gaza?

The US vetoed a Gaza ceasefire draft resolution; here are all the other Gaza resolutions the Security Council voted on.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 7:59 am


Google must sell Chrome to end search monopoly, US prosecutors argue

US Department of Justice says Google has 'deprived rivals' of opportunities to expand their search engine market share.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 7:13 am


‘Most oppressed Muslim woman in the world’ now denied religious solace

Why does the US Bureau of Prisons refuse to allow Dr Aafia Siddiqui visits from an imam?

Published on 21 November 2024 | 7:10 am


Australia proposes $32m fine for social media firms flouting under-16s ban

Under bill, platforms like Instagram and X would be given one year to find ways of restricting access to minors.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 7:06 am


US House committee withholds report on Trump attorney general pick Gaetz

Matt Gaetz has faced allegations of sex trafficking a 17-year-old girl, drug use, and misappropriating campaign funds.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 6:47 am


‘Do you sell cars?’: Jaguar’s rebrand prompts mockery, confusion online

British luxury automaker's advertising campaign features models of varying ages, genders and races - but no cars.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 6:10 am


US ‘Secret War’ remembered as Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visits Laos

Al Jazeera looks back at the most devastating period in Laos's history, when the US waged a years-long 'Secret War'.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 3:14 am


Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,001

These were the key developments on the 1,001st day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 2:33 am


Musk, Ramaswamy outline plans for ‘drastic’ cuts as gov’t efficiency tsars

Trump allies say they will 'liberate individuals and businesses from illicit regulations never passed by Congress'.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 1:59 am


US Senate votes down effort to withhold weapons to Israel amid Gaza war

The push led by Senator Bernie Sanders falls short, but advocates say it shows progress for Palestinian rights movement.

Published on 21 November 2024 | 12:24 am


Archegos’s Bill Hwang sentenced to 18 years in prison for massive US fraud

Hwang had been convicted in July on 10 criminal charges including wire and securities fraud, market manipulation.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 10:49 pm


At least 150 people killed over past week in Haiti’s Port-au-Prince: UN

UN official warns millions of Haitians 'being held hostage' amid surge in gang-related violence in Haitian capital.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 10:25 pm


Indian billionaire Gautam Adani charged in US for alleged bribery, fraud

One of the richest people in the world, Gautam Adani, was indicted over an alleged multibillion-dollar fraud scheme.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 10:12 pm


National Security law under scrutiny as Jimmy Lai takes the stand

Jimmy Lai, founder of Hong Kong’s ‘Apple Daily,’ testified Wednesday in his national security trial

Published on 20 November 2024 | 10:08 pm


Comcast to spin off cable TV networks as ‘streaming won’

Pool of cable subscribers is shrinking as millions cut the cord and rely on streaming services for their entertainment.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 9:04 pm


Hezbollah chief: ‘Halt to hostilities is now in Israel’s hands’

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says his group has reviewed the US-drafted ceasefire proposal to end fighting with Israel.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 8:43 pm


COP29 negotiators seek climate finance deal as deadline looms

Vulnerable nations are seeking $1.3 trillion to deal with damage from climate change and to adapt to that change.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 8:30 pm


What does the change in Russia’s nuclear policy mean for global security?

President Vladimir Putin paves the way for broader use of atomic weapons.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 8:23 pm


Republicans support bathroom ban after US transgender lawmaker elected

Republicans have pushed an effort barring first federal transgender lawmaker from women's restrooms in the US Capitol.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 8:02 pm


Palestinian UN ambassador calls out Security Council inaction

“The wrong nationality, the wrong faith, the wrong skin colour.”

Published on 20 November 2024 | 7:58 pm


Lula and Xi sign dozens of trade deals as Brazil-China ties deepen

Presidents of China and Brazil hail 'new phase' in relations between two countries, which are major trading partners.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 7:20 pm


The pogrom that wasn’t

The events of November 7 in Amsterdam demonstrate that Zionism is crumbling and Palestinian solidarity is strong.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 6:46 pm


Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia

Russia’s foreign intelligence chief says attempts by NATO countries to help Ukraine will not go unpunished.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 6:27 pm


US approves landmine shipment for Ukraine after refusing for years

The Biden administration has changed its policy and approved a shipment of landmines for Ukraine.

Published on 20 November 2024 | 6:19 pm