Uranium price hike projected after Niger coup spurs slight rise Mining operations continue in Niger, world’s seventh largest producer of uranium, despite last week’s military takeover. Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2023
Infographic: Breastfeeding benefits and challenges On World Breastfeeding Week, we take a look at why breast milk is important and where breastfeeding is most prevalent. Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2023
A test of wills: Can ECOWAS reverse Niger coup and establish a new order? Niger coup presents a diplomatic dilemma for the West African bloc whose new leadership is keen to entrench a new order. Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2023
Can Doctor AI predict cancer, save lives? There’s mounting evidence that it can but ethical and logistical questions still cloud AI’s medical future. Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2023
Indian guard kills colleague and three passengers on train, then hails Modi A railway security constable shoots dead a senior colleague on a train travelling from Mumbai to Jaipur. Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2023
Deadly clashes between Palestinian groups in Lebanon camp for third day At least nine people killed and dozens wounded as efforts to broker ceasefire at Ein el-Hilweh camp fail. Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2023
‘Word of God’: Why Muslims are opposed to the burning of the Quran The Quran is Islam’s holy book, the primary source of guidance and law for Muslims across the world. Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2023
Saudi Arabia eyes aviation expansion to get in on crucial tourism market Making up for lost time, the kingdom is moving to challenge regional players, attract travellers and boost its income. Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2023
Bangladesh police clash with protesters calling for PM resignation Supporters of the BNP are calling on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to step down amid anger about the cost of living. Al Jazeera · Jul 29, 2023
Bangladesh opposition protest in Dhaka, demand PM’s resignation The Bangladesh Nationalist Party have called for the next election to be overseen by a neutral caretaker government. Al Jazeera · Jul 29, 2023
Top Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko arrested: Lawyer The firebrand politician and presidential candidate has faced a number of legal woes in recent years. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023
Israel’s US visa waiver push draws anger among Palestinian Americans Visa-free travel for Israelis to US would ‘reward’ Israel for decades of abuse against US citizens, advocates say. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023
‘He didn’t want to die’: Mourning Palestinian teenager Faris Abu Samra Relatives of 14-year-old who was shot and killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank say he was ‘loved dearly’. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023
In war and peace, the oud never leaves this Syrian musician’s side Hassan Hamza preserves the craft of making the musical instrument in a country that has seen more than a decade of war. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023
Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023 Canada women footballers reach interim pay deal, but say fight ‘isn’t over’ Players say they are ‘deeply disappointed’ to lack long-term deal, but want to focus on football as World Cup continues.
Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023 Despite anti-coup rhetoric, can the West exit Niger, its latest Sahel hub? As the world condemns the coup in Niger, analysts say the West still needs a presence there for an eye on the Sahel.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Residents lucky to be alive as wildfires rip through Tunisia, Algeria Tunisia and Algeria are the latest countries struggling with intense wildfires amid soaring temperatures.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Middle East Roundup: Israel’s bitter domestic dispute reaches crescendo Deadly heatwaves are scorching the region and Sudan’s war surpasses 100 days – here’s the Middle East this week.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Who is Omar Tchiani, leader of Niger’s new military government? The general has been the head of the presidential guards unit since 2015 and a close ally of former President Issoufou.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 ‘Deteriorating security’: What led to Niger’s coup and what next? Niger plotters cited worsening insecurity in their takeover speech, a go-to reason for recent coups in the Sahel.
The Week · Jul 27, 2023 The far-reaching consequences of Cambodia’s ‘sham’ election Hun Sen, Cambodia’s leader for almost four decades, has announced his resignation and said he will hand the reins of power over to his eldest son.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Can Africa and China help end the Russia-Ukraine war? Not right away. But if the mood for talks grows, Africa and China hold advantages that could make them vital mediators.
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 What will Qin Gang’s replacement mean for China-US relations? Ousting of Qin Gang could shift US-China dynamics but is unlikely to change the overall trend towards warming ties.
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 ‘Coup attempt’ in Niger: Here’s what we know so far A quick look at the attempted coup against Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been held inside his palace.
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 Bangladesh summons Western envoys after poll violence remarks Foreign affairs official says Western envoys showed an ‘undiplomatic attitude’ after they protested attack on candidate.