Can BRICS end ‘apartheid’ against the Global South? As the grouping of five emerging economies meets in South Africa, here’s what to expect. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
‘India is waiting’: Chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa takes on Magnus Carlsen India’s 18-year-old grandmaster will take on Norway’s reigning world number one in the Chess World Cup final in Baku. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Violence in Zimbabwe’s villages imperils hope of smooth elections Across rural Zimbabwe, there have been reports of violence by supporters of the governing and main opposition parties. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Can Brics replace the G7 in new world order? The leaders of Brazil, India, China and South Africa kick off a three-day summit in Johannesburg today billed as the most important meeting of the Brics nations in a decade. The Week · Aug 22, 2023
Ruling party, opposition hold last-push rallies for Zimbabwe’s vote Zimbabwe’s governing party and main opposition candidates are hoping to outdo each other in the August 23 elections. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Can BRICS create a new world order? Dozens of nations want to join the club as an alternative to the US-led order. But internal fissures could limit BRICS. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Hong Kong bets on crypto as sector’s star dims over crackdowns overseas The Chinese territory has issued its first licenses for retail crypto trading amid push to cash in on virtual assets. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Cambodia parliament elects Hun Sen’s son, Hun Manet, as new PM Hun Manet is now the prime minister but Hun Sen will remain very much at the centre of power, analysts say. Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023
Strike, protests in Syria’s Sweida enter second day Routes into the city remain closed on Monday as protests break out over deteriorating living conditions. Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
Behind Mohammed VI’s push for a more Amazigh Morocco Amazigh identity, culture and language have been promoted by the state in recent years, a reversal of past policies. Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
‘My Fears and Hatred’: Navalny lambasts the 1990s democrats of Russia Jailed opposition leader slams those charged with rebuilding Russia’s politics and economy after the Soviet collapse. Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
‘The sleeping giant has awoken’: The legacy of the 2023 Women’s World Cup As the record-breaking 2023 Women’s World Cup ends, many see an exciting future – and many challenges – for the game Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
‘Foaming at the mouth’: 10 years since chemical attacks in Syria’s Ghouta In 2013, the Syrian regime attacked the towns of Zamalka, Ein Tarma, and Irbin in Ghouta countryside with a nerve agent. Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
To beat the heat in northwestern Syria, people head for the water In a region decimated by an earthquake and populated mostly by IDPs, the intense heat is making life even harder. Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023
Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023 Why China is grappling with falling prices – and being compared to Japan The world’s second-largest economy is grappling with deflation, raising fears of Japan-style stagnation.
Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2023 ‘We are equal’: Spanish fans celebrate Women’s World Cup win Spain’s women’s national football team win their first World Cup, defeating England 1-0 on Sunday.
Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2023 How Israel targets Palestinian first responders in occupied West Bank UN says 77 healthcare workers were injured and 30 ambulances damaged this year trying to assist Palestinians.
Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2023 Pakistan rights activist Imaan Mazari-Hazir, ex-lawmaker Ali Wazir arrested Police in Islamabad say both were ‘wanted for investigation’, following overnight arrest.
Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2023 Five key issues at stake in the Zimbabwe elections Ahead of the August 23 election, multiple issues are at stake including Zimbabwe’s long-running economic woes.
Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2023 ‘There are still struggles’: Fixing the diversity gap in women’s football As the Women’s World Cup draws to a close, some say a lack of diversity remains a significant issue for European teams.
Al Jazeera · Aug 19, 2023 Zimbabwe election: Your guide to how the electoral system works The August 23 general election, Zimbabwe’s 9th since independence in 1980. Here’s a simple guide to the entire process.
Al Jazeera · Aug 18, 2023 Indonesia’s president has a cough, air pollution could be the culprit President Joko Widodo’s reported month-long cough has prompted government to address pollution; critics are sceptical.
Al Jazeera · Aug 18, 2023 Vietnam’s ‘ballroom’ culture: A safe space to celebrate transgender people Latex, sequins and glitter dazzled as competitors took to the catwalk for fiery dance-offs at Saigon’s first ‘ballroom’.
Al Jazeera · Aug 18, 2023 ECOWAS defence chiefs agree ‘D-day’ for Niger military intervention West African bloc agrees to activate standby force as a last resort if diplomatic efforts fail after coup in Niger.
Al Jazeera · Aug 18, 2023 Two Christians arrested in Pakistan over blasphemy accusation The alleged desecration of pages of the Quran led a violent mob to attack Christian homes and churches this week.