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Taiwan recall vote brings new problems for pro-China Kuomintang

- May 31, 2020

Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu faces June 6 recall after being accused of neglecting his duties when he ran for president. Read complete article

Michael Jordan: I support those calling out the ingrained racism

- May 31, 2020

The basketball great joins growing number of sports stars who have voice support for protests against police brutality. Read complete article

Pak Summons Indian Diplomat Over Expulsion Of 2 Officials For Espionage

- May 31, 2020

Pakistan on Monday summoned a senior Indian diplomat to register a strong protest over India's decision to expel two officials of its High Commission in New Delhi on charges of espionage. Read full article

George Floyd: Minnesota Attorney General Ellison to lead case

- May 31, 2020

Announcement comes after calls by protesters, activists and Floyd's family for Keith Ellison to take over case. Read complete article

Bolsonaro saddles up to join rally against Brazil's top court

- May 31, 2020

Brazil's president shook hands with supporters, wearing no face mask despite its use being mandatory in the capital. Read complete article

Christo, the artist who wrapped the world, dies at 84

- May 31, 2020

Christo changed the way people look at the world's most famous monuments and the way they engaged with the outdoors. Read complete article

Video shows semi-truck driving through protesters in Minneapolis

- May 31, 2020

Witnesses describe chaotic scene as protesters ran and jumped over barricades to avoid being hit by truck. Read complete article

Brazil coronavirus cases surge, Bolsonaro defiant: Live updates

- May 31, 2020

Brazil records more than 29,000 deaths, as political temperature rises over Bolsanaro investigation. Read complete article

Science journalism in the spotlight

- May 31, 2020

Science journalists who have long warned of a possible pandemic now take the lead on coronavirus coverage. Read complete article

Zimbabwe lockdown: Grandmothers offer free therapy

- May 31, 2020

The Friendship Bench programme aims to tackle depression and anxiety during the pandemic. Read complete article

Egypt says 19 fighters killed in Sinai; 5 casualties among troops

- May 31, 2020

Army says it launched raids and air attacks in Bir al-Abed, Rafah and Sheikh Zuweid, targeting 'terrorist hideouts'. Read complete article

Tropical Storm Amanda threatens major flooding to Central America

- May 31, 2020

Tropical storm warnings have been issued for the coasts of El Salvador and Guatemala. Read complete article

George Floyd: Curfews defied as demonstrations escalate across US

- May 31, 2020

Major cities gripped by another night of protests decrying police brutality following killing of an unarmed Black man. Read complete article

Floyd family seeks independent autopsy on police brutality victim

- May 31, 2020

Legal team of George Floyd's family asks for his body after coroner raises doubts about suffocation as cause of death. Read complete article

Death and 'spy' pigeons in Indian-administered Kashmir

- May 31, 2020

Even ordinary things like funerals and pigeons have become political in Kashmir, where ongoing conflict disrupts normal life. Read complete article

Remembering George Floyd: Devoted father, 'gentle giant'

- May 31, 2020

Friends and relatives pay tribute to the Black man who suffocated under the knee of a white policeman in Minneapolis. Read complete article

DR Congo activists fight misinformation around COVID-19

- May 31, 2020

Activists in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are facing challenges beating myths and COVID-19 itself. Read complete article

'Love and dignity': Inside the UK's special needs schools

- May 31, 2020

How schools are supporting the most vulnerable families - educationally, financially and emotionally. Read complete article

Somalia: Six killed as minibus hits roadside bomb near Mogadishu

- May 31, 2020

No immediate claim of responsibility for explosion on road frequently used by government and security vehicles. Read complete article

Call for economic support for Indian-administered Kashmir

- May 31, 2020

India's government says it will spend $250bn to help prop up the economy nationwide, but business leaders in Kashmir say they are being forgotten. Read complete article

From NY to Seattle, protests against police brutality escalate

- May 31, 2020

A round-up of photos from the demonstrations that are gripping major US cities following the killing of George Floyd. Read complete article

George Floyd protesters: 'We don't need a curfew, we need change'

- May 31, 2020

Minneapolis protesters, undeterred by curfew and National Guard, demand all cops involved in Floyd's death be charged. Read complete article

Coronavirus: Al-Aqsa Mosque reopens after more than 2 months

- May 31, 2020

Muslim worshippers enter Jerusalem compound for dawn prayers after weeks of closure to slow pandemic's spread. Read complete article

How the US and Afghanistan can jump-start talks with the Taliban

- May 31, 2020

Reduction in violence is a key prerequisite for the Afghan government and the Taliban to sit at the negotiating table. Read complete article

Pak Shells Areas Along LoC In Poonch, Man Injured

- May 31, 2020

A 25-year-old man was injured in overnight mortar shelling by the Pakistan Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Sunday. Read full article

Pak Shells Areas Along LoC In Poonch, Man Injured

- May 31, 2020

A 25-year-old man was injured in overnight mortar shelling by the Pakistan Army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Sunday. Read full article

Brazil's coronavirus death toll now the world's fourth-highest

- May 31, 2020

With close to half a million confirmed cases, the minister of health says the real number could be 15 times higher due to the lack of testing. Read complete article

UK scientists warn against lifting lockdown too soon

- May 30, 2020

As the UK basks in the sun, scientists warn the government against lifting lockdown restrictions too soon. Read complete article

Trump postpones G7 summit, seeks to expand invitation list

- May 30, 2020

US president says he wants to expand the list of countries invited to include Australia, Russia, South Korea and India. Read complete article

George Floyd: US protests over police brutality intensify - Live

- May 30, 2020

Several US states activate National Guard troops as protests over police killings of unarmed Black people grow. Read complete article

Latin America coronavirus deaths top 50,000: Live updates

- May 30, 2020

South America cases near one million with Brazil registering half of infections as other countries prepare to reopen. Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 30, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 365,000 people and infected 5.9 million. Read complete article

Afghanistan's Abdullah says ready for Taliban talks 'at any time'

- May 30, 2020

Head of High Council for National Reconciliation says there must be fresh ceasefire during the discussions. Read complete article

AI and our health data: A pandemic threat to our privacy

- May 30, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic gives big tech firms a chance to access the holy grail of datasets - medical records. Read complete article

Trump is winning the political spin game

- May 30, 2020

The US president is finding a way to turn the coronavirus into something that will rally his base. Read complete article

Remembering my father's Biafra: The politics of erasing history

- May 30, 2020

Decades after the Nigeria-Biafra war, the truth of what happened is denied, so we forfeit the chance to learn from it. Read complete article

'Cynical': Critics slam Italy's amnesty for undocumented migrants

- May 30, 2020

New measure that grants temporary permits to migrants in agriculture and care work is act of 'cynicism', activists say. Read complete article

France, UK, Germany 'regret' US end to three Iran nuclear waivers

- May 30, 2020

European countries criticise US decision to end measures that allowed work designed to prevent weapons development. Read complete article

UK charity services: Volunteers see sharp rise in need for help

- May 30, 2020

Al Jazeera looks at the charities and volunteers filling the gaps, as the UK's welfare system is overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

Protests across US as cop charged with murder of George Floyd

- May 30, 2020

Demonstrations erupt in major cities as thousands defy Minneapolis curfew to protest against unarmed Black man's death. Read complete article

Israel police kill unarmed Palestinian in occupied East Jerusalem

- May 30, 2020

Iyad el-Hallak, 32, attended and worked at a special needs school in the Old City, close to where he was shot. Read complete article

India and Pakistan face the worst locust attack in decades

- May 30, 2020

Fears of a food shortage as plagues of locusts destroy crops in parts of India and Pakistan. Read complete article

Two days of rain have revived the roar of waterfalls in Salalah

- May 30, 2020

As a tropical cyclone develops just offshore, it has been raining heavily for two days in southern Oman. Read complete article

Merkel declines Trump invite for in-person G7 summit

- May 30, 2020

Spokesman says German chancellor cannot agree to travel to Washington 'considering the overall pandemic situation'. Read complete article

UNSC extends South Sudan arms embargo until May 2021

- May 30, 2020

The US-drafted resolution also extends individual sanctions and expresses 'deep concern at continued fighting'. Read complete article

Renault job losses: French automaker suffers a slump in demand

- May 30, 2020

French automaker Renault is to slash 15,000 jobs worldwide, in a bid to save billions of dollars. Read complete article

Niger adopts new wire-tapping legislation on curbing 'terrorism'

- May 30, 2020

Opposition raises privacy concerns but government insists new law 'is not a threat to liberty'. Read complete article

Pigeon With Tag, Pink Patch That Triggered "Pak Spy" Alarm, Released

- May 30, 2020

A pigeon with a prominent pink patch and a tag on its leg, that had triggered a 'Pakistan suspected spy' alarm when it was found in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district last Sunday, has been released. Read full article

Pigeon With Tag, Pink Patch That Triggered "Pak Spy" Alarm, Released

- May 30, 2020

US cops break â€˜blue wall of silenceâ€™ for George Floydâ€™s death

- May 30, 2020

Here is what law enforcement officials in the US are saying about the actions of the four officers involved in George Floyd's death. Read complete article

Without a legal trace: Eradicating statelessness in Kyrgyzstan

- May 29, 2020

Meet some of the thousands left stateless after the Soviet Union's dissolution, and those who are working to help them. Read complete article

2 Terrorists Killed In Encounter In Jammu And Kashmir's Kulgam: Report

- May 29, 2020

Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with the security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district today, police said. Read full article

George Floyd protesters: No justice unless all four cops charged

- May 29, 2020

Protesters say murder charge against one Minneapolis officer not enough; all officers involved must be held accountable. Read complete article

Brazil's coronavirus death toll overtakes Spain's: Live updates

- May 29, 2020

Brazil's coronavirus deaths has reached 27,878, making it the country with the fifth-highest number of fatalities. Read complete article

China's Hong Kong law 'grave concern', sanctions no solution: EU

- May 29, 2020

Bloc says move could impact China-EU ties, but rules out taking any action against its major trading partner. Read complete article

US floats plan to expel thousands of Chinese college students

- May 29, 2020

Visa revocation proposal faces opposition from US universities and scientific organisations that host Chinese students. Read complete article

Amid the coronavirus, human rights defenders need more protection

- May 29, 2020

The pandemic has increased the risks human rights defenders face as they work to protect the rights of others. Read complete article

Ethiopian security forces accused of grave human rights abuses

- May 29, 2020

New Amnesty report documents extrajudicial executions, mass detentions during security operations in Amhara and Oromia. Read complete article

Children facing 'devastating' effect of coronavirus: Report

- May 29, 2020

More than 50 percent of children surveyed across Africa, Asia unable to take part in any form of learning, study says. Read complete article

Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?

- May 29, 2020

More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. Read complete article

Mahathir vows to challenge expulsion from his own party

- May 29, 2020

Malaysia's two-time former prime minister, his son and three other senior members were expelled from the Bersatu party. Read complete article

Doctor's Note: Does a high viral load make coronavirus worse?

- May 29, 2020

A high prevalence of particles makes patients more infectious, but it is unclear if it leads to a more severe infection. Read complete article

Indian workers' rights suspended to restart the economy

- May 29, 2020

The states say the changes will help businesses and get the economy back on track but workers are already paying the price. Read complete article

India victims of 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy dying of coronavirus

- May 29, 2020

Indian families that suffered from the deadly industrial disaster in 1984 accuse the government of abandoning them. Read complete article

India's coronavirus death toll surpasses China's

- May 29, 2020

India registers 175 new deaths taking the toll to 4,706 as the country emerges as a new hotspot of the virus. Read complete article

Afghan forces killed as gov't urges Taliban to extend ceasefire

- May 29, 2020

Afghan government says efforts under way to extend the ceasefire as Taliban delegation arrives in Kabul for talks. Read complete article

Reports of Qatar leaving Gulf bloc 'incorrect and baseless'

- May 29, 2020

Qatar denies GCC leaving reports as it prepares to mark three years of blockade by Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Egypt. Read complete article

Brother of George Floyd: 'I just want justice'

- May 29, 2020

Philonise 'tired of seeing Black men die' as protests continue across the US over deadly arrest of unarmed Black man. Read complete article

Twitter flags and hides Trump's tweet that 'glorified violence'

- May 29, 2020

Trump tweeted 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts', referring to protests about deadly arrest of George Floyd. Read complete article

'Revenge': Murdered Libyan smuggler's family kills 30 migrants

- May 29, 2020

Killings took place in Mezdah, 150km south of capital Tripoli, the interior ministry said. Read complete article

The rushed easing of lockdown measures could devastate Italy

- May 29, 2020

There is little doubt that the Italian economy needs to restart, and restart soon. But at what cost? Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 29, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 360,000 people and infected 5.8 million. Read complete article

Hundreds of Pakistan children under 10 in Sindh with COVID-19

- May 29, 2020

Pakistan is considering imposing another nationwide lockdown in hope of flattening 'the curve'. Read complete article

Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases

- May 29, 2020

Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. Read complete article

'Why are we still struggling?' ask Australia bushfire victims

- May 28, 2020

People who lost nearly everything as fires tore through vast tracts of Australia say they are still waiting for help. Read complete article

'Double-edge sword': Hong Kong gov't warns US on special status

- May 28, 2020

Territory warns US not to interfere over China's national security legislation, as Carrie Lam tries to rally residents. Read complete article

China reports no new coronavirus cases: Live updates

- May 28, 2020

World Food Programme calls for urgent assistance to millions facing severe hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean. Read complete article

Afghan forces killed in attack blamed on Taliban

- May 28, 2020

It is the first deadly attack since a three-day ceasefire announced over the Eid al-Fitr holiday ended on Tuesday. Read complete article

Which countries have not reported any coronavirus cases?

- May 28, 2020

Coronavirus has been labelled a pandemic but a handful of countries have not yet reported any cases. Read complete article

Theatre companies go online to save industry amid lockdown

- May 28, 2020

Theatre goes online in the US as actors and playwrights raise money for children in need. Read complete article

The road to a blue-green recovery

- May 28, 2020

When the coronavirus pandemic retreats, we can and should rebuild in a way that ensures the health of our oceans. Read complete article

Bangladesh orders probe after deadly fire at COVID-19 facility

- May 28, 2020

The fire service to investigate the cause of the blaze that swept through Dhaka hospital, killing at least five people. Read complete article

A mammoth discovery: Giant remains found near Mexico City

- May 28, 2020

Archaeologists dig up the remains of about 60 of the most famous mammals of the Ice Age outside Mexicoâ€™s capital. Read complete article

Brazil records another 1,000-plus daily coronavirus deaths

- May 28, 2020

Brazil remains the second most affected country after the US, with 25,598 COVID-19 deaths and 411,821 cases. Read complete article

Turkey, Greece spat over border policy and treatment of refugees

- May 28, 2020

Turkey's foreign ministry says Greece is misleading public opinion by manipulating facts. Read complete article

Coronavirus pandemic: Which politicians and celebs are affected?

- May 28, 2020

Top politicians, celebrities and sportspeople have been infected as governments take strict measures to curb the virus. Read complete article

Coronavirus: What sporting events are affected by the pandemic?

- May 28, 2020

As the virus spreads across the globe, sports bodies are cancelling or postponing events. Read complete article

Coronavirus: Ghana war veteran, 95, walks 23km to raise funds

- May 28, 2020

WWII veteran Joseph Hammond logs 14 miles in a week as part of a fundraiser to support Africa's front-line workers. Read complete article

China's parliament approves Hong Kong national security bill

- May 28, 2020

National People's Congress votes 2,878 to 1 in favour of decision to impose national security legislation on Hong Kong. Read complete article

Watch: Controlled Explosion Rips Car Seized From Terrorist In Pulwama

- May 28, 2020

On camera, a huge blast is set off as security forces destroy a car full of explosives after stopping a major terror attack yesterday at Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama. Security forces intercepted a car... Read full article

India: A toddler waking dead mother highlights migrants' misery

- May 28, 2020

At least nine migrants have died in recent days exposing suffering of migrant workers due to coronavirus lockdown. Read complete article

Ali Ismael: Egypt's Musical Maestro

- May 28, 2020

The story of a legendary composer whose foot-tapping, energetic rhythms marked a golden age of Egyptian cinema. Read complete article

South Korea's coronavirus fight 'in trouble' amid surge in cases

- May 28, 2020

Concern grows as health officials in Seoul report 79 new cases on Thursday in the biggest jump since April 5. Read complete article

Tensions boil in Hong Kong as China national security law looms

- May 27, 2020

Two pro-democracy politicians removed from debating chamber amid increasing tension over Hong Kong's future. Read complete article

US Congress approves China sanctions over Uighur crackdown

- May 27, 2020

US House passes bill authorising sanctions against Chinese officials over the mass incarceration of Muslim Uighurs. Read complete article

2019-Like Bombing Stopped In Pulwama, 20 kg IED In Car, Driver Escapes

- May 27, 2020

Security forces prevented a massive car bomb attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama this morning after they stopped a vehicle carrying over 20 kg of improvised explosive device (IED). The plan had... Read full article

George Floyd death: Pressure mounts for US officers to be charged

- May 27, 2020

Calls grow for prosecution of cops involved in the arrest an unarmed Black man who died after police pinned him down. Read complete article

'Nothing but soundbites': UK PM Boris Johnson left isolated

- May 27, 2020

There is an urgent need to rebuild trust in leadership, say experts, after multiple failures in UK government strategy. Read complete article

100,000 coronavirus deaths in US; 355,000 globally: Live updates

- May 27, 2020

Brazil's death toll also surpasses 25,000 while other Latin American countries countries announce easing of lockdown. Read complete article

'A blow to autonomy': China's planned Hong Kong security law

- May 27, 2020

The legislation will be imposed unilaterally in a move critics say signals the end of Hong Kong's autonomy. Read complete article

North India sizzles as temperature touches 50C

- May 27, 2020

Parts of the capital New Delhi record the hottest May day in 18 years with the mercury hitting 47.6C. Read complete article

Missile attack on Yemen army command in Marib kills at least 7

- May 27, 2020

Military sources say chief of staff in Marib province survived attack blamed on Houthis, but son and nephew did not. Read complete article

Tanzania COVID-19 response: Government accused of a coverup

- May 27, 2020

Tanzania's government is accused of sending out false messaging about COVID-19 and covering up a crisis. Read complete article

Hundreds held as HK police use pepper pellets to disperse protest

- May 27, 2020

Demonstrators take to streets to express opposition to national anthem bill and Beijing's planned national security law. Read complete article

Asiaâ€™s â€˜travel bubblesâ€™ could change travelling post-pandemic

- May 27, 2020

With many airports deserted, 'travel bubbles' could help a struggling industry get back on its feet. Read complete article

Rouhani urges cooperation as newly elected Parliament convenes

- May 27, 2020

Opening session of new legislative body dominated by 220 conservatives takes places under strict health protocols. Read complete article

US TV host Jimmy Fallon apologises for past blackface skit

- May 27, 2020

A Saturday Night Live clip from 2000 featuring Fallon wearing blackface has prompted a backlash online. Read complete article

Rwanda genocide: French court to decide on handing suspect to UN

- May 27, 2020

Wanted for genocide. A decision is due in France on where a top suspect in the Rwandan genocide should be tried. Read complete article

In Pictures: Iconic sites around the world reopen their doors

- May 27, 2020

Famed archaeological sites are among the global tourist destinations that are once again allowed to welcome visitors. Read complete article

In vast Kenya camp, refugee journalists on coronavirus front line

- May 27, 2020

KANERE is on a mission to raise awareness about pandemic in Kakuma, one of world's largest camps for displaced people. Read complete article

Spain begins 10-day mourning period for coronavirus victims

- May 27, 2020

Flags across nation to be lowered to half-mast until June 5 to honour more than 27,000 lives lost so far to COVID-19. Read complete article

India's War With Locusts: Drones And More Across 6 States

- May 27, 2020

Indian authorities are helping farmers mount a pesticide spraying campaign to fight the swarms of desert locusts which have already devastated crops across Pakistan and East Africa. Read full article

South Korea reports biggest spike in coronavirus cases in 49 days

- May 27, 2020

The outbreak at an e-commerce facility comes as some two million students return to class. Read complete article

Pakistan New Breeding Ground Of Locusts: Agriculture Expert

- May 27, 2020

Pakistan has become a new breeding ground of locusts, entering Rajasthan from adjoining areas in Pakistan, said BR Kadwa, deputy director of the agriculture department. Read full article

The Isle of Eigg and the possibilities of building a new economy

- May 27, 2020

An economist explains what one small island in the UK can tell us about the failings of our economy and how to fix them. Read complete article

Trump says he wants full Afghanistan pullout but sets no timeline

- May 26, 2020

US forces have already begun withdrawing after 19 years of war as part of an agreement signed with Taliban in February. Read complete article

Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36

- May 26, 2020

Shinji Aoba faces murder, arson charges after he stormed into anime studio in 2019 and set it alight killing 36 people. Read complete article

Excerpts: When Afghanistan was still considered the 'just war'

- May 26, 2020

Author Taran Khan's Shadow City documents lives in Kabul away from the war machinery and foreign aid workers. Read complete article

Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial

- May 26, 2020

If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime. Read complete article

Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling

- May 26, 2020

Social media platform has been tightening policy amid criticism it has allowed fake accounts, misinformation to thrive. Read complete article

Hong Kong on edge before National Anthem Bill: Live updates

- May 26, 2020

Riot police surround Hong Kong's legislature as protest threat looms over second reading of controversial bill. Read complete article

Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law

- May 26, 2020

White House spokeswoman says US president finds it 'hard to see' how Hong Kong can remain a financial hub amid conflict. Read complete article

Spain to mourn its coronavirus dead: Live updates

- May 26, 2020

Country to observe 10 days of national mourning, as the global death toll from COVID-19 exceeds 350,000. Read complete article

10-year-old girl makes 'hug curtain' for grandparents

- May 26, 2020

Meet the 10-year-old girl who has found a way to hug her grandparents without putting their health at risk. Read complete article

AI brings century-old footage back to life

- May 26, 2020

Developers use AI tools to bring life to century-old footage of New York, Beijing and Moscow. Read complete article

Syrian refugee's message to Boris Johnson

- May 26, 2020

A Syrian refugee on the front lines of the fight against coronavirus in the UK has a message for PM Boris Johnson. Read complete article

Father builds mini auto rickshaw for son

- May 26, 2020

This Indian father built a miniature version of an auto rickshaw for his son using recycled parts. Read complete article

Holding onto Hoxha: Guarding the last statue of communist Albania

- May 26, 2020

In the basement of an old museum in a village in Albania, a 78-year-old woman protects the last remnant of a dictator. Read complete article

Norway's Manshaus case and freedom of speech

- May 26, 2020

The trial of the Norwegian mosque attacker raises important questions about freedom of speech and far-right extremism. Read complete article

Burkina Faso: The 'devastating impact' of attacks on education

- May 26, 2020

Surge in armed group attacks on schools in recent years deprives some 350,000 students of access to education, HRW says. Read complete article

'New normal': Indonesian army set to enforce COVID-19 measures

- May 26, 2020

Some 340,000 officers across Indonesia tasked with ensuring people observe rules issued to slow coronavirus spread. Read complete article

No school until coronavirus vaccine is available: Duterte

- May 26, 2020

Philippine president says without a vaccine, sending children to school 'spells disaster'. Read complete article

Burkina Faso conflict: HRW says 350,000 children out of school

- May 26, 2020

Human Rights Watch says children beg for food or work, and many young girls are forced into early marriages. Read complete article

Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?

- May 26, 2020

More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. Read complete article

Qatar's birdlife thriving amid pandemic restrictions

- May 26, 2020

The coronavirus lockdown in Qatar has had a positive effect on an array of wildlife with everything from whale sharks to turtles and hundreds of species of birds. Read complete article

Millions unemployed the Philippines amid COVID-19 lockdown

- May 26, 2020

The government implemented one of the world's strictest and longest lockdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 26, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 346,000 people and infected 5.4 million. Read complete article

Africa Day: Galaxy of stars shine at virtual coronavirus concert

- May 26, 2020

More than 100 artists and celebrities from across continent take part in online event to raise awareness about COVID-19. Read complete article

Afghanistan to free 900 more Taliban prisoners: Government

- May 26, 2020

The move comes after President Ashraf Ghani announced release of Taliban prisoners following Eid ceasefire by Taliban. Read complete article

Hospitals overwhelmed as coronavirus cases explode in India

- May 26, 2020

More than a fifth of the country's coronavirus cases are in Mumbai, where people struggle to find hospital beds. Read complete article

Idlib's displaced: Syrians return home for Eid celebrations

- May 26, 2020

In spite of widespread destruction wrought by government bombardment, they missed home and wanted to return for Eid. Read complete article

Carrie Lam says security laws will not affect Hong Kong freedoms

- May 25, 2020

Hong Kong leader tries to dispel fears about China's move to impose national security legislation on the city. Read complete article

Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca

- May 25, 2020

Bans on domestic travel, holding prayers in mosques, and workplace attendance will be lifted starting May 31. Read complete article

8,000 'excess deaths' in Mexico City as coronavirus rages: study

- May 25, 2020

Magazine Nexos has counted 39,173 fatalities until May 20 - a sharp increase compared with the previous four years. Read complete article

WHO sounds warning on coronavirus 'second peak': Live updates

- May 25, 2020

Warning comes as Europe and United States ease lockdowns and people flock to crowded beaches at start of summer season. Read complete article

Taiwan targets truth not justice as it investigates darker times

- May 25, 2020

Justice commission modelled on bodies in South Africa and South America probes killings during years of martial law. Read complete article

The Sioux man 'empowering' Standing Rock with solar power

- May 25, 2020

Cody Two Bears, who is behind North Dakota's first 300-kilowatt solar farm, is bringing power to Standing Rock. Read complete article

Burundi election commission says Ndayishimiye new president

- May 25, 2020

The vote is meant to usher in the first democratic transfer of power in 58 years of independence. Read complete article

Still Here: A story of incarceration and gentrification in the US

- May 25, 2020

Many formerly imprisoned women of colour return to neighbourhoods transformed beyond recognition. What awaits them? Read complete article

Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial

- May 25, 2020

Moscow wraps up trial of Paul Whelan, who is accused of receiving state secrets, with verdict expected on June 15. Read complete article

Rohingya Refugees: Inside the Crisis

- May 25, 2020

'No other story has had as much of an impact on me as this one has.' Read complete article

Pigeon With Tag, Pink Patch Triggers "Pak Spy" Alarm In Jammu And Kashmir

- May 25, 2020

Arresting spies is not unusual for the Jammu and Kashmir Police but the Hira Nagar Police Station in Kathua district was left more than a little confounded on Monday when the latest detainee - a... Read full article

PA easing coronavirus restrictions in occupied West Bank

- May 25, 2020

Palestinian Authority says time for 'gradual return to normal' as it announces reopening of shops and places of worship. Read complete article

Who deserves to be a billionaire?

- May 25, 2020

The idea that billionaires deserve their vast fortunes is a ridiculous and destructive myth. Read complete article

Coronavirus: What sporting events are affected by the pandemic?

- May 25, 2020

As the virus spreads across the globe, sports bodies are cancelling or postponing events. Read complete article

PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency

- May 25, 2020

Nationwide restrictions end as state of emergency is lifted in Tokyo and four other areas. Read complete article

Disability support: UK charities urge the government to do more

- May 25, 2020

Staying at home and feeling ignored, this is how disabled people are struggling behind closed doors and under lockdown. Read complete article

Eid al-Fitr in Iraq: Some worshippers defying government lockdown

- May 25, 2020

Forced to forego ancient traditions this Eid, Iraqis use technology to mark the religious holiday, overshadowed by the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

US Muslims celebrate 'distanced' Eid al-Fitr amid COVID-19 fears

- May 25, 2020

A number of Muslim communities arranged socially distant celebrations in the US. Read complete article

Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade storm'

- May 25, 2020

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga hits Perth, downs trees and leaves tens of thousands of people without electricity. Read complete article

Son, Wife Of J&K Lieutenant Governor's Advisor Test COVID-19+ve

- May 25, 2020

The son and wife of an advisor to the Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, officials said on Monday. Read full article

Ramaphosa: South Africa coronavirus lockdown to ease from June 1

- May 25, 2020

Country moved into level three of a five-tier system, allowing reopening of economy under 'strict health protocols'. Read complete article

Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners

- May 25, 2020

Ashraf Ghani's spokesman describes move as a 'goodwill gesture' after the Taliban proposed ceasefire during Eid holiday. Read complete article

Cemeteries overflow in Aden as COVID-19 deaths spike in Yemen

- May 25, 2020

The countryâ€™s only COVID treatment facility is overwhelmed and turning patients away. Read complete article

Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'

- May 24, 2020

Pro-Beijing officials expect no delays to the passage of new law amid signs the annual June 4 vigil will be banned. Read complete article

US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak

- May 24, 2020

New restrictions come into force on May 28 but exclude green card holders and close relatives of American citizens. Read complete article

Australia begins wide-ranging investigation into deadly bushfires

- May 24, 2020

Six-month Royal Commission to investigate bushfires that killed 33 people and left billions of dollars worth of damage. Read complete article

Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip

- May 24, 2020

Taiwan's laws already provide help to Hong Kong citizens whose safety and liberty are threatened for political reasons. Read complete article

US bars travellers from Brazil: Coronavirus live updates

- May 24, 2020

US move comes after Brazil records second-highest number of coronavirus cases in the world. Read complete article

Is Libya's Khalifa Haftar on the way out?

- May 24, 2020

Eastern-based military commander's setbacks in Tripoli are causing his domestic support base to fragment, analysts say. Read complete article

Netanyahu arrives at court for corruption trial amid protests

- May 24, 2020

Netanyahu become first serving Israeli PM to face criminal charges as he goes on trial over corruption allegations. Read complete article

Putin changes Russia's electoral law to allow remote vote

- May 24, 2020

Russians will be able to vote electronically or by mail in local and national elections as well as referendums. Read complete article

HK security law must be imposed 'without slightest delay': China

- May 24, 2020

As thousands protest in Hong Kong, China's top diplomat says bill is 'imperative' to guarantee its national security. Read complete article

Jaywick's fight: Community support in one of UK's poorest towns

- May 24, 2020

It might be one of the poorest places in the UK, but this small town is taking coronavirus in its stride. Read complete article

In Pictures: Eid al-Fitr in the time of coronavirus

- May 24, 2020

Subdued Eid celebrations across the Muslim world as many people mark the end of Ramadan under lockdown. Read complete article

Senegal eases COVID-19 restrictions as food crisis looms

- May 24, 2020

A crisis unfolding in Senegal, the World Food Programme warns 130 million people are facing starvation because of the pandemic. Read complete article

No political prisoners freed as Egypt pardons thousands on Eid

- May 24, 2020

President el-Sisi grants clemency to 3,157 people, including ex-policeman jailed for murder of singer Suzanne Tamim. Read complete article

Churches hold first Sunday mass across France as lockdown eases

- May 24, 2020

French government allows churches, mosques and synagogues to reopen after two months of coronavirus lockdown. Read complete article

First Iranian oil tanker reaches Venezuelan waters

- May 24, 2020

Five vessels carrying Iranian fuel heading to Venezuela amid rising tensions over a possible US move to halt delivery. Read complete article

Poland picks chief justice candidates amid judicial overhaul

- May 24, 2020

Supreme Court judges select five candidates for court president as government critics fear for judicial independence. Read complete article

Ecuador: Families desperate to find relatives' remains

- May 24, 2020

Families in Ecuador desperately search for the remains of their loved ones, as hospitals and morgues become inundated with coronavirus victims. Read complete article

A lonely Eid al-Fitr under a highway in Jakarta

- May 24, 2020

Workers in the Indonesian capital struggle to earn a living and support their families amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

Listen, Watch, Learn: Peru's school system takes to the airwaves

- May 24, 2020

A look at Aprendo en Casa, Peru's education-from-home TV show that covers school curricula for children in lockdown. Read complete article

As coronavirus ravages UK care homes, it spares one centre

- May 24, 2020

How one British care home managed to protect its residents entirely from COVID-19 on the Isle of Wight. Read complete article

Myanmar submits first report on Rohingya to UN's top court

- May 24, 2020

Document about steps Myanmar took for protecting Rohingya from genocide is with ICJ, official says as critics cry foul. Read complete article

Afghan president pledges to expedite release of Taliban prisoners

- May 24, 2020

Ashraf Ghani's statement comes after welcoming announcement by armed group of a three-day ceasefire during Eid al-Fitr. Read complete article

Muted Eid Shopping, Celebrations In Kashmir Amid Coronavirus Lockdown

- May 24, 2020

Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Kashmir turned out to be a low-key affair on Sunday, as most of the faithful marked the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan by offering prayers at home in view of... Read full article

Brazil's Indigenous tribes: COVID-19 spreading in Amazon region

- May 24, 2020

As coronavirus pandemic spreads in Brazil, its Indigenous communities are taking a disproportionate hit. Read complete article

Hong Kong braces for protests on heels of proposed security law

- May 23, 2020

Nearly 200 political figures denounce China's proposed laws as 'comprehensive assault' on the city's autonomy. Read complete article

Eid: end of Ramadan celebrations go virtual amid coronavirus

- May 23, 2020

Muslims globally find online alternatives to celebrate and organise Eid-related events amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read complete article

North Korea's Kim vows to further bolster nuclear war deterrence

- May 23, 2020

Meeting of powerful Central Military Commission marks Kim Jong Un's first public appearance in three weeks. Read complete article

Eid al-Fitr celebrated under coronavirus lockdown: Live updates

- May 23, 2020

Iraq reports steepest single-day spike in cases as Turkey orders weekend lockdown to help contain spread of infection. Read complete article

Stranded Indian Doctor In Toronto Praises Centre For Repatriation Flight

- May 23, 2020

A doctor from the Kashmir valley, who went to meet her sister-in-law in Canada's Toronto city and stuck due to COVID-19 outbreak, has thanked the Indian government for arranging repatriation flight as... Read full article

May temperature records broken across Australia's Queensland

- May 23, 2020

A cold blast of air brings an early winter to parts of the state. Read complete article

Reopening England: Growing calls to protect livelihoods

- May 23, 2020

The UK attempts to strike a balance between public health and reopening the economy. Read complete article

Planting trend in Lebanon amid deepening financial crisis

- May 23, 2020

How growing your own groceries is saving some from a looming food crisis in Lebanon. Read complete article

The Conspiracy Virus: COVID-19 misinformation in the US

- May 23, 2020

How a conspiracy documentary hijacked US social media and fuelled fake news around coronavirus. Plus, schooling in Peru. Read complete article

Kenya lockdown measures taking toll on Eid festivities

- May 23, 2020

Businesses in Kenya suffer, as coronavirus lockdowns hit the normally busy Eid al-Fitr holiday trade. Read complete article

Turkey imposes its broadest yet lockdown for Eid al-Fitr

- May 23, 2020

Under new nationwide 24-hour curfew, people in 81 cities are banned from leaving home from May 23 to 26. Read complete article

Bolivia's health minister held for 'ventilator corruption'

- May 23, 2020

Police arrest Navajas, a day after President Anez orders an investigation into the shady purchase of ventilators. Read complete article

UK contact-tracing phone app against coronavirus to miss deadline

- May 23, 2020

Bureaucracy and new tweaks needed mean app for mobile phone contact tracing will miss June 1 deadline. Read complete article

Iraqis abducted, tortured for partaking in protests: UN report

- May 23, 2020

Demonstrators were abducted by armed actors commonly referred to as 'militia' since last October, new UNAMI report says. Read complete article

Eid ul-Fitr 2020: Greetings, WhatsApp, Facebook Status

- May 23, 2020

Eid ul-Fitr also called the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr... Read full news here

Rouhani says Iran to reopen cultural and religious sites

- May 23, 2020

Iranian president says museums and historical sites to reopen on Sunday to coincide with the Eid el-Fitr celebrations. Read complete article

Bolsonaro's coronavirus response: A threat to Brazil's economy

- May 23, 2020

We look at how President Jair Bolsonaro's handling of COVID-19 crisis has decimated Brazil's health service and economy. Read complete article

Peru extends nationwide lockdown until end of June

- May 23, 2020

The extension comes amid a continued spike in infections, making Peru's lockdown one of the longest in the world. Read complete article

Berlin church hosts Muslim prayer in 'amazing sign of solidarity'

- May 23, 2020

Church steps in to help nearby mosque comply with German physical distancing rules by hosting part of its worshippers. Read complete article

Thousands of Palestinians stranded abroad urge for repatriation

- May 23, 2020

As the PA does not control its borders, Palestinians face obstacles in returning home during the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

China reports no new coronavirus cases for first time

- May 23, 2020

Milestone comes a day after Communist Party leaders celebrated 'major achievements' in fight against virus. Read complete article

ILO chief: Workers in informal economy face 'utter destitution'

- May 22, 2020

As COVID-19 shutdowns spike unemployment, the labour body's Guy Ryder discusses how governments can protect workers. Read complete article

Brazil overtakes Russia to become No 2 in world for virus cases

- May 22, 2020

The grim milestone comes as the WHO calls South America 'a new epicentre' of the deadly virus. Read complete article

Malta rescues 140 migrants, holds them on tourist boats offshore

- May 22, 2020

Malta has chartered tourist boats to hold migrants rescued by its patrols. Read complete article

Brazil has world's second highest coronavirus cases: Live updates

- May 22, 2020

Health authorities in Brazil confirm 330,890 coronavirus cases and more than 21,000 deaths. Read complete article

Michigan Muslims find new ways to celebrate Eid amid a pandemic

- May 22, 2020

Muslims in the US state say they're 'mentally prepared for a COVID Eid, but itâ€™s still very challenging'. Read complete article

Video of cabinet meeting puts Brazil's Bolsonaro under fire

- May 22, 2020

Video is a key component of a criminal probe against Bolsonaro into allegations made by ex-Justice Minister Sergio Moro. Read complete article

Coronavirus: Travel restrictions, border shutdowns by country

- May 22, 2020

Countries around the world have taken drastic measures, including border closures, in an attempt to curb COVID-19. Read complete article

Football matches resume in Costa Rica as virus curbs ease

- May 22, 2020

As Costa Rica successfully contains COVID-19, football fans celebrate return of professional league matches. Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 22, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 333,000 people and infected 5.1 million. Read complete article

Which countries have not reported any coronavirus cases?

- May 22, 2020

Coronavirus has been labelled a pandemic but a handful of countries have not yet reported any cases. Read complete article

Malawi's electoral chief resigns ahead of election rerun

- May 22, 2020

Ansah has been the target of protests calling for her resignation over her handling of last year's disputed election. Read complete article

Where's Kim? North Korea leader keeps unusually low profile

- May 22, 2020

Kim's has appeared just four times in public since the start of April, considerably less than the same period last year. Read complete article

New Zealand opposition leader replaced as Ardern popularity soars

- May 22, 2020

Little known Todd Muller takes helm of centre-right Nationals and faces uphill battle to unseat PM Jacinda Ardern. Read complete article

Thailand lockdown: Jobless and trapped migrant workers in limbo

- May 22, 2020

Thailand's migrant workers face a precarious future as the country emerges from coronavirus restrictions. Read complete article

Trump to withdraw US from Open Skies treaty

- May 22, 2020

Expected withdrawal will be latest move by Trump administration to remove US from major global treaty. Read complete article

Scotland lockdown: First minister announces lifting restrictions

- May 21, 2020

The development comes more than two weeks after the UK PM announced the lifting of lockdown. Read complete article

Protests, anger greet China plan for Hong Kong security law

- May 21, 2020

Activists say they will march to China Liaison Office, as democrats condemn move as 'end of Hong Kong'. Read complete article

â€˜Culture of violenceâ€™: The Thai militaryâ€™s problem with abuse

- May 21, 2020

Death of drug suspect after violent interrogation has put spotlight on allegations of abuse in Thailandâ€™s military. Read complete article

Family of Jamal Khashoggi forgives killers of Saudi journalist

- May 21, 2020

Khashoggi's son Salah says in tweet that those who forgive and make reconciliation will be rewarded by God. Read complete article

Interactive: How did we get to five million coronavirus cases?

- May 21, 2020

Visual timeline of the pandemic spread in different countries, as global COVID-19 infections hit the five million mark. Read complete article

UK to roll out antibody testing, planning 'antibody certificates'

- May 21, 2020

At least one in 20 people in England have already had coronavirus, say public health experts. Read complete article

Record coronavirus toll in Brazil; US flags to fly at half-staff

- May 21, 2020

Brazil's coronavirus deaths exceed 20,000 and Donald Trump orders US flags at half-mast as nation's toll nears 100,000. Read complete article

Could coronavirus change how we tackle the climate crisis?

- May 21, 2020

Environmental improvements are minimal as COVID-19 threatens future commitments to fighting climate emergency. Read complete article

China back to business as coronavirus-delayed congress meets

- May 21, 2020

Economy priority as government seeks to preserve social stability, but Hong Kong national security law raises alarm. Read complete article

US man who filmed Arbery shooting video charged with murder

- May 21, 2020

Police say William 'Roddie' Bryan was charged with felony murder, criminal attempt to commit false imprisonment. Read complete article

Front-line workers in US warn Congress: Lack of PPE is killing us

- May 21, 2020

Workers want Occupational Safety and Health Administration to issue emergency order requiring employers to supply PPE. Read complete article

France daily toll continues to fall, with no second wave yet seen

- May 21, 2020

A top health official has said an expected second wave of coronavirus infections has so far not been seen in France. Read complete article

Ramzan Kadyrov: Putin's feared Chechen strongman

- May 21, 2020

The former warlord calls himself the Kremlin's 'foot soldier'. Read complete article

Hungary frees refugees trapped on its border, but tightens rules

- May 21, 2020

Hungary closes 'migrant transit zones' while effectively banning future asylum applications. Read complete article

UK healthcare workers begin COVID-19 hydroxychloroquine trial

- May 21, 2020

Study aims to determine if chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine are effective in preventing the novel coronavirus. Read complete article

France tourism looks to reopen as coronavirus restrictions ease

- May 21, 2020

Government yet to decide when borders, hotels, cafes and restaurants will fully reopen as operators brace for tough season. Read complete article

Iran dismisses new US sanctions as 'fruitless and repetitive'

- May 21, 2020

US imposed sanctions on several Iranian authorities, accusing them of engaging in serious cases of human rights abuse. Read complete article

Libya's GNA says it is targeting retreating Haftar forces

- May 21, 2020

GNA spokesman says air strikes launched after Haftar's forces said they were pulling back from Tripoli front lines. Read complete article

Patience, sacrifice and zakat: An Islamic response to coronavirus

- May 21, 2020

Muslim communities in the UK have been hard hit, but during Ramadan, the principle of zakat is a source of strength. Read complete article

Iran oil shipment: Venezuelan military to escort fuel tankers

- May 21, 2020

Venezuela says its military will escort five Iranian tankers, bringing oil to ease severe shortages. Read complete article

IOC: Tokyo Olympics to be scrapped if not held next year

- May 21, 2020

Postponed Olympics would be cancelled if Japan is unable to stage it in 2021 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

Malaysiaâ€™s Ramadan bazaars go online amid pandemic

- May 21, 2020

Vendors at Malaysia's Ramadan bazaars are finding new opportunities despite lockdown restrictions. Read complete article

What happens if you catch the new coronavirus?

- May 21, 2020

What we know so far on what COVID-19 does to the human body in cases of infections and deaths. Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 21, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 328,000 people and infected five million. Read complete article

Doctors race to understand new illness afflicting children

- May 21, 2020

More and more cases of a Kawasaki-like disease, called PMIS or MIS-C, reported among children exposed to coronavirus. Read complete article

Surveillance will not save us from COVID-19

- May 21, 2020

The use of tech-based surveillance to fight the virus can exacerbate the suffering of the most vulnerable communities. Read complete article

Iraq announces arrest of ISIL number two Nasser al-Qirdash

- May 21, 2020

Nasser al-Qirdash was appointed in the role of deputy leader to the current ISIL chief, Abu Ibrahim al-Quraishi. Read complete article

Bangladesh using controversial law to 'gag media, free speech'

- May 21, 2020

At least 20 journalists have been charged or arrested under a controversial law in the past one month. Read complete article

How coronavirus cases reached five million worldwide

- May 20, 2020

Visual timeline of the pandemic spread in different countries, as global COVID-19 infections hit the five million mark. Read complete article

Cyclone Amphan leaves trail of destruction in Bangladesh, India

- May 20, 2020

At least 20 killed, thousands of houses destroyed and millions without power as cyclone batters the region. Read complete article

China accuses US of 'blackmailing' Hong Kong government

- May 20, 2020

US says hard to assess level of autonomy in Hong Kong after recent incidents, including arrest of veteran politicians. Read complete article

Latest UK 'terrorism' legislation criticised by rights groups

- May 20, 2020

A further tightening of measures against people who have not been convicted undermines British justice, say campaigners. Read complete article

Top Tokyo prosecutor to resign after virus breach: Japanese media

- May 20, 2020

Magazine reported prosecutor Hiromu Kurokawa was gambling at mahjong in defiance of social-distancing rules. Read complete article

US approves $180m sale of advanced torpedoes to Taiwan

- May 20, 2020

Approval for submarine-launched weapon sale comes on same day President Tsai Ing-wen was inaugurated for a second term. Read complete article

Coronavirus battleground shifts to Latin America: Live updates

- May 20, 2020

Brazil expected to overtake Russia as the country with second-highest infections as cases in Peru surpass 100,000. Read complete article

Top Swiss prosecutor faces possible impeachment over FIFA probe

- May 20, 2020

Attorney General Michael Lauber could be removed from office over alleged bungling of anti-corruption investigation. Read complete article

Prosecutors seek 21-year sentence for Norway mosque attacker

- May 20, 2020

Philip Manshaus, 22, is accused of murder and committing an act of terror. Read complete article

Like India, Sri Lanka is using coronavirus to stigmatise Muslims

- May 20, 2020

Sri Lanka's decision to make cremations mandatory for COVID-19 victims is an act of institutionalised Islamophobia. Read complete article

Tehran mother's memorial takes on special meaning amid outbreak

- May 20, 2020

How one man in Iran has turned the grief of losing his mother into a memorial that brings joy to the masses. Read complete article

Afghan Taliban leader says committed to deal with the US

- May 20, 2020

In Eid message Haibatullah Akhunzada asks US 'not to waste' the opportunity offered by the deal to end 19-year-old war. Read complete article

Mexico eases restrictions despite increase in COVID-19 deaths

- May 20, 2020

The working-class Iztapalapa district in Mexico City can not afford to shut down for the coronavirus, even though it is the hardest-hit part of the country. Read complete article

Guterres: African countries may be spared worst of the pandemic

- May 20, 2020

UN chief praises continent for responding swiftly but says millions could be pushed into extreme poverty. Read complete article

US restaurants fear mass closures over COVID-19

- May 20, 2020

Al Jazeera asks if the home of one the hottest food scenes in the US, Philadelphia, has any chance of making a comeback. Read complete article

Traditional healers help doctors reach patients in Sierra Leone

- May 20, 2020

In a country where most people visit healers, some are stepping in to bridge the trust gap between the old and the new. Read complete article

More than 1,000 COVID-19 infections in Buenos Aires slum

- May 20, 2020

Activists in Argentina are calling for the government to help a poor area of Buenos Aires, which has been hit hard by COVID-19. Read complete article

Cambridge University moves learning online for full year

- May 20, 2020

Some back decision to limit spread of coronavirus as others question whether any savings will be passed on to students. Read complete article

Malaysian man sentenced to death in Singapore via Zoom call

- May 20, 2020

Punithan Genasan, a 37-year-old Malaysian, received the sentence for his role in a 2011 heroin transaction. Read complete article

'Immense challenges' as Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen begins second term

- May 20, 2020

Taiwan's first female president takes oath of office for a second term amid worsening ties with China. Read complete article

Niger: 12 soldiers killed in Boko Haram attack on military base

- May 20, 2020

At least 10 other soldiers were also wounded in the attack on the Blabrine military base near the Diffa town in Niger. Read complete article

Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?

- May 20, 2020

More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. Read complete article

Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words

- May 20, 2020

Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 323,000 people and infected 4.9 million. Read complete article

Voting begins in Burundi's presidential election

- May 20, 2020

The election is meant to usher in the first democratic transition in 58 years of independence for the nation. Read complete article

UN envoy warns foreign backers will worsen Libyan conflict

- May 20, 2020

UN envoy says influx of foreign mercenaries, arms will intensify war and hurt civilians the most. Read complete article

US oil prices: Markets rally but still far from 2020 peak

- May 19, 2020

Oil prices show some signs of recovery thanks to improving demand and production cuts by key energy producers. Read complete article

Kashmir internet blackouts thwart coronavirus fight

- May 19, 2020

Experts say contact tracing, which helps track down infected people, cannot be carried out due to internet shutdowns. Read complete article

Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen says no to 'one country, two systems'

- May 19, 2020

After inauguration for second term, island's president says Taiwan and China must find peaceful way to coexist. Read complete article

Bangladesh, India brace for Amphan - biggest cyclone in 20 years

- May 19, 2020

Millions evacuated as super cyclone barrels from Bay of Bengal with winds equivalent to a category 5 hurricane. Read complete article

Bolsonaro touts chloroquine as Brazil coronavirus crisis deepens

- May 19, 2020

At least 1,179 deaths recorded on Tuesday as country reports third-highest number of cases, behind Russia and US. Read complete article

Palestinian President Abbas says accords with Israel, US are void

- May 19, 2020

The practical implications of Abbas' announcement, made across national television, remain unclear. Read complete article

Coronavirus deaths in Brazil reach daily record: Live updates

- May 19, 2020

Outbreak in Brazil is third-worst in the world, with President Jair Bolsonaro opposed to life-saving lockdowns. Read complete article

Thomas Thabane resigns as Lesotho's prime minister

- May 19, 2020

PM faced pressure to quit over case in which he and wife are suspected of involvement in 2017 murder of previous wife. Read complete article

Canada's progressives are easily impressed

- May 19, 2020

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford has been lauded for his COVID-19 response, but does he deserve the praise? Read complete article

Uganda arrests Stella Nyanzi at protest over coronavirus response

- May 19, 2020

Academic denounces lack of food distribution among poor during pandemic; police say she is held for 'inciting violence'. Read complete article

Soldiers killed in two separate attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

- May 19, 2020

Six soldiers were killed when their vehicle was targeted by a roadside bomb in the Pir Ghaib area, southeast of Quetta. Read complete article

England's schools to reopen as coronavirus curbs ease

- May 19, 2020

More than half of parents surveyed say they would not send children back to school. Read complete article

Brazil lets Cuban doctors resume work amid coronavirus struggle

- May 19, 2020

Doctors who stayed after Havana cancelled a programme helping Brazil's healthcare system receive new medical licenses. Read complete article

Eid al-Fitr 2020: Everything you need to know

- May 19, 2020

The Muslim festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Read complete article

Pompeo demands China reveal whereabouts of Tibet's Panchen Lama

- May 19, 2020

Top US diplomat's call comes 25 years after six-year-old monk was seized and has since never been seen in public. Read complete article

Burundi gears up to hold tense presidential election

- May 19, 2020

More than five million people are eligible to cast ballots in race to succeed longtime President Pierre Nkurunziza. Read complete article

Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases

- May 19, 2020

Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. Read complete article

Chile COVID-19 lockdown: Poor Santiago residents demand food, aid

- May 19, 2020

Hundreds defy curbs to demand food and medical aid in one of the poorest neighbourhoods of Chile's capital. Read complete article

South Sudan's Riek Machar, wife test positive for coronavirus

- May 19, 2020

'A number of his office staff and bodyguards' have also been infected, his office said in a Facebook post. Read complete article

Iraq: Rocket lands near US embassy inside Baghdad's Green Zone

- May 19, 2020

No reports of casualties in attack; Iraqi military says rocket launched from an eastern district of Baghdad. Read complete article

Trump threatens permanent freeze on WHO funding

- May 19, 2020

Trump tells WHO chief he will reconsider US membership unless health agency demonstrates independence from China. Read complete article

Top tennis stars pitch in for Pakistan coronavirus relief efforts

- May 19, 2020

Federer, Nadal, Djokovic donate signed memorabilia for auction to help feed Pakistani families affected by pandemic. Read complete article

Qatar confirms coronavirus in jail but denies widespread outbreak

- May 19, 2020

Government says the 12 inmates confirmed with disease were immediately taken to hospital for treatment. Read complete article

Taiwan tells US it is complying with North Korea sanctions

- May 18, 2020

Move comes after reports of ship-to-ship transfers of petroleum products to North Korea using vessels based in Taiwan. Read complete article

India's 'superfood' jackfruit goes global

- May 18, 2020

Jackfruit has morphed from a back yard nuisance into the meat-substitute darling of vegans and vegetarians in the West. Read complete article

Danger lurks in lockdown for survivors of trafficking, violence

- May 18, 2020

Coronavirus lockdowns are physically trapping survivors with abusers, while removing chances for economic empowerment. Read complete article

Forced off air by Philippines Duterte, ABS-CBN turns to court

- May 18, 2020

Country's largest TV network asks Supreme Court to order immediate reopening, calling shutdown 'grave injustice'. Read complete article

Trump attacks WHO as 'puppet of China': Coronavirus live updates

- May 18, 2020

US continues to put political pressure on WHO and China, as it pledges $11b to ramp up own COVID-19 testing efforts. Read complete article

British MPs back plans to tighten immigration rules

- May 18, 2020

New rules imply thousands of front-line key workers are 'unwelcome in our country', says Labour figure. Read complete article

Encounter Breaks Out Between Terrorists, Security Forces In Srinagar

- May 18, 2020

An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar on Tuesday, police said. Read full article

Shops, cafes reopen as Italy lifts coronavirus restrictions

- May 18, 2020

For first time in over two months, people allowed to go to restaurants, museums and churches while obeying safety rules. Read complete article

Hong Kong activists charged over last year's demonstrations

- May 18, 2020

The group of 15 charged with organising and taking part in last year's Hong Kong protests. Read complete article

India evacuates thousands as cyclone Amphan set to hit east coast

- May 18, 2020

Amphan, expected to gain strength in the next 12 hours, expected to hit states of Odisha and West Bengal. Read complete article

Jewish settler convicted in arson that killed Palestinian

- May 18, 2020

Attack in occupied West Bank village of Duma killed 18-month-old Ali Dawabsheh and his parents. Read complete article

Africa's population is aging and it needs social protection

- May 18, 2020

Africa may be the youngest continent on earth, but its older population is growing, too, and it is growing fast. Read complete article

Afghan intelligence officials killed in Taliban car bombing

- May 18, 2020

At least seven people killed and 40 others wounded in attack in Ghazni city claimed by the Taliban armed group. Read complete article

US autoworkers back on assembly lines as car sales plummet

- May 18, 2020

Across United States, unsold cars by the thousands sit idle, competing with cheaper, used cars. Read complete article

King upholds Muhyiddin as Malaysia PM in brief Parliament sitting

- May 18, 2020

All but state media barred from session, first since Muhyiddin took power, with king's speech only item on agenda. Read complete article

Taliban talks in sight as Afghan political rivals end feud

- May 18, 2020

President Ghani signs deal with his rival Abdullah, who will head peace talks with the Taliban amid surge in violence. Read complete article

Four Kashmir Doctors Who Treated Coronavirus Patient Test Positive

- May 18, 2020

Five doctors, including four who treated a woman who died of COVID-19, have tested positive for coronavirus in Kashmir, officials said on Monday. Read full article

Parts of Europe ease coronavirus curbs as new infections drop

- May 18, 2020

Leaders urge caution as some countries in Europe begin to emerge from lockdowns imposed to curb the pandemic. Read complete article

Libya's GNA recaptures strategic al-Watiya airbase

- May 18, 2020

Announcement by Tripoli-based administration comes after month-long offensive against forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar. Read complete article

Canada air force aerobatics team member dies in plane crash

- May 18, 2020

Canadian forces' Snowbirds jet crashes in British Columbia on a tour to lift spirits during coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

Lina Attalah: Egypt's news outlet's chief editor released on bail

- May 18, 2020

Mada Masr says its editor-in-chief Attalah was arrested by Egyptian security forces outside Cairo's Tora Prison complex. Read complete article

On the road with London's gig economy workers

- May 18, 2020

The UK's often overlooked and underpaid couriers and drivers share their stories of working during the pandemic. Read complete article

US coronavirus: Experts fear new wave of infections

- May 18, 2020

As most states in US, encouraged by president, lift their lockdowns, health officials fear new wave of infections. Read complete article

'Playful escape': How sport is tackling coronavirus pandemic

- May 18, 2020

As leagues resume play behind closed doors, teams are adjusting to new routines and restrictions amid health concerns. Read complete article

Brazil's president pushes for end to lockdown

- May 18, 2020

Coronavirus cases are still increasing across the country, as thousands have died of COVID-19 so far. Read complete article

Benin votes in controversial local polls despite COVID-19 threat

- May 18, 2020

Critics warned health risks were too high for a vote opposition insisted should not be happening in the first place. Read complete article

Hong Kong legislators trade blows as China anthem law looms

- May 18, 2020

Pro-democracy legislators carried out of assembly as pro-Beijing legislators attempt to seize control of key committee. Read complete article

Coronavirus probe gains momentum ahead of World Health Assembly

- May 17, 2020

Many join call for independent probe into pandemic, as world health body faces questions over Taiwan's participation. Read complete article

UN's Guterres asks Bangladesh to move Rohingya to refugee camps

- May 17, 2020

Refugees rescued in early May floating adrift in the Bay of Bengal are held at an island prone to deadly monsoon. Read complete article

Selfie-snapping Bolsonaro defies coronavirus advice: Live updates

- May 17, 2020

Brazil's president plucks children from crowd for photos, as country's outbreak becomes larger than Spain and Italy. Read complete article

Hospitals running out of ICU beds in Brazil

- May 17, 2020

Brazil's healthcare system is heading towards collapse as coronavirus spreads. Read complete article

Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases

- May 17, 2020

Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. Read complete article

Netanyahu says new Israeli gov't should annex illegal settlements

- May 17, 2020

New coalition government is being sworn in in Israel, ending months of political uncertainty. Read complete article

Afghanistan: Ghani and Abdullah sign power-sharing deal

- May 17, 2020

Under the agreement, Abdullah will lead council for peace talks and members of his team will be included in the cabinet. Read complete article

Crowds flock to the beach as heatwave hits Greece

- May 17, 2020

Beachgoers in Greece try to cool down as temperatures approach 40 degrees Celsius. Read complete article

Iran's businesses struggle to stay afloat amid COVID-19

- May 17, 2020

Iran, already struggling under sanctions, now also dealing with financial strain brought on by coronavirus pandemic. Read complete article

GNA: Haftar forces shelling kills 7 at displaced people's shelter

- May 17, 2020

Libya's internationally-recognised government says 17 civilians also wounded in attack in Tripoli's Fornaj district. Read complete article

Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?

- May 17, 2020

More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. Read complete article

Under the cover of COVID-19: Cracking down on Hong Kong

- May 17, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic is used as a cover to stifle voices of dissent in Hong Kong. Read complete article

Chinese ambassador to Israel found dead in Tel Aviv home

- May 17, 2020

Police say they have launched an investigation after Du Wei was found dead in his residence in Herzliya. Read complete article

Soldier Killed In Encounter In J&K's Doda

- May 17, 2020

An Army jawan died in an encounter with terrorists in a village in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, officials said.A Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist was also killed in the operation, they... Read full article

Mexican journalist killed in Sonora, third to be slain in 2020

- May 17, 2020

Jorge Armenta, director of media outlet Medios Obson, was reportedly under gov't protection after receiving threats. Read complete article

Zimbabwe extends coronavirus lockdown 'indefinitely'

- May 17, 2020

President Emmerson Mnangagwa says the country needs to ease out of the lockdown 'in a strategic and gradual manner'. Read complete article

Clashes between separatists, pro-gov't forces kill 14 in Yemen

- May 17, 2020

Fighting between supposed allies continues for sixth straight day on outskirts of Zinjibar, Abyan province. Read complete article

In the UK, popular beaches are still mostly empty

- May 17, 2020

Restrictions are being partially lifted in England, but confusion and worry reign. Read complete article

Class of 2020: Graduating in the time of coronavirus

- May 17, 2020

For many of the millions of students graduating from high school in the US, this is not the celebration they had hoped for. Read complete article

A moment of reckoning - when coronavirus meets climate change

- May 17, 2020

Cyclones in the Pacific and pandemics tell us a lot about global inequality and highlight our futile pursuit of profit. Read complete article

Western mercenaries arrived in Libya to support Haftar: Report

- May 17, 2020

UN discloses new information about two UAE-based companies dispatching soldiers to the North African country. Read complete article

Doctor's Note: How can we help victims of abuse during lockdown?

- May 17, 2020

Coronavirus has forced many victims of violence to be locked in with their abusers, with nowhere to go to for respite. Read complete article

'Tick a box': Malaysia MPs to meet two months after power grab

- May 17, 2020

King's speech is only item on agenda, in a move that has driven anger among opposition questioning government majority. Read complete article

'Heroic' mother breastfeeds orphaned babies after Kabul attack

- May 16, 2020

Gunmen killed 24 women, children and babies at a maternity hospital in the Afghan capital, leaving the world in shock. Read complete article

Brazil surpasses Spain in coronavirus cases: Live updates

- May 16, 2020

Brazil's health ministry reports 14,919 new cases of COVID-19, while infections worldwide hit more than 100,000 a day. Read complete article

Polish archbishop refers child abuse negligence case to Vatican

- May 16, 2020

New documentary accuses Polish Bishop Edward Janiak of shielding priests known to have sexually abused children. Read complete article

Italy to reopen borders after strict lockdown

- May 16, 2020

Since March, the country has been under one of the world's strictest lockdowns, and it has hit the tourism-reliant economy hard. Read complete article

Nigerian food prices rise during Ramadan

- May 16, 2020

The cost of some items has doubled, and prices are expected to stay high after the Muslim fasting month ends. Read complete article

Rwanda genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga arrested in France

- May 16, 2020

Rwanda's most-wanted man was living under false identity in flat in Asnieres-Sur-Seine, French justice ministry says. Read complete article

UK eases restrictions: Some people now back at work

- May 16, 2020

Warnings of a second wave of coronavirus infections as United Kingdom allows people to return to work. Read complete article

Netherlands: Climate activists protest Schiphol airport expansion

- May 16, 2020

Environmental activists are angry about the Dutch government's decision to approve the expansion of a major airport. Read complete article

Protest in Arizona as state lifts COVID-19 restrictions

- May 16, 2020

Protesters in US state of Arizona say end of lockdown there will have deadly consequences. Read complete article

Iran sentences French academic to six years in prison: Lawyer

- May 16, 2020

Fariba Adelkhah is sentenced to five years in jail for conspiring against Iran's security and one year for propaganda. Read complete article

Palestinians tear gassed in protests against Israeli settlements

- May 16, 2020

Israeli army injures dozens of Palestinian protesters during two demonstrations in northern occupied West Bank. Read complete article

Iraqi protesters remain in jail in test for new PM

- May 16, 2020

Courts yet to act on order by Iraq's new prime minister to release demonstrators. Read complete article

More displacement in East Africa as Lake Victoria swells

- May 16, 2020

Almost half a million people have been left homeless as floods devastate East Africa. Read complete article

Five wildlife films to watch during lockdown

- May 16, 2020

The executive producer of Al Jazeera's award-winning environmental solutions series, earthrise, shares her top picks. Read complete article

Rising CAR unrest threatens to reignite war

- May 16, 2020

Fighting has intensified between ethnic groups and armed gangs vying for territory. Read complete article

All coronavirus patients recover in Cambodia, no cases for weeks

- May 16, 2020

The last COVID-19 patient, a 36-year-old woman from Banteay Meanchey, has been discharged from a hospital in Phnom Penh. Read complete article

Amidst Lockdown, Philippines's Largest TV Network Goes Off Air

- May 16, 2020

Filipino government forces a TV network off air. Plus, COVID-19 is used as cover to stifle dissent in Hong Kong. Read complete article

US House Democrats pass $3 trillion coronavirus relief bill

- May 16, 2020

Senate Republicans have pledged to block measure, and Trump has promised a veto if it were to reach his desk. Read complete article

India: Truck crash kills 23 workers going home amid lockdown

- May 16, 2020

Accident in Uttar Pradesh latest to highlight extreme risks faced by poor under measures to stop coronavirus spread. Read complete article

Brazil: Coronavirus pandemic reaches dozens of Indigenous groups

- May 16, 2020

A survey finds 446 cases of new coronavirus and 92 deaths among Indigenous groups, mainly in Brazilian Amazon. Read complete article

Benin to hold contentious local polls despite coronavirus threat

- May 16, 2020

Critics have called on voters to boycott polls over ballot absence of key opposition parties and coronavirus risks. Read complete article

Jordan warns Israel of 'massive conflict' over annexation

- May 15, 2020

King Abdullah II says Jordan is considering 'all options' over Israel's plan to annex parts of the occupied West Bank. Read complete article

Police raid in quarantined Brazil slum kills 10

- May 15, 2020

Clashes erupt after police seeking a local drug kingpin raid a cluster of poor neighbourhoods in Rio de Janeiro. Read complete article

EU to launch diplomatic push against Israeli West Bank annexation

- May 15, 2020

The European Union is united in opposing Israel's plan, but divided in what to do about it. Read complete article

Record surge in Brazil, Mexico coronavirus cases: Live updates

- May 15, 2020

Mexico official says nation is facing most 'difficult moment' as coronavirus infections hit a new daily record of 2,437. Read complete article

Two more asylum seekers on Lesbos diagnosed with coronavirus

- May 15, 2020

There are now four recorded infections on the island which hosts thousands of migrants in overcrowded camps. Read complete article