Category: Global News
Taiwan rocked by most powerful quake in 25 years
The earthquake was the strongest since one of magnitude 7.6 struck in September 1999, killing about 2,400 people.
North Korea says Kim Jong Un oversaw test of new hypersonic weapon
State media said the the missile – named Hwasong-16B – was a key piece of the country's nuclear war deterrent.
Biden rebukes Israel, says he’s ‘outraged’ over deaths of Gaza aid workers
US president issues some of his strongest criticism of Israel after deaths of seven aid workers in Israeli air strike.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 769
As the war enters its 769th day, these are the main developments.
Japan, Taiwan, Philippines issue tsunami alerts after major earthquake
Japan Meteorological Agency calls on residents in Okinawa to evacuate after 7.5-magnitude earthquake
Mexican President Lopez Obrador responds to mayoral candidate’s slaying
The death of Bertha Gisela Gaytán has renewed concern over violence in the lead-up to the nationwide election on June 2.
Why Biden’s White House iftar unravelled amid Gaza war
Sources tell Al Jazeera the White House cancelled Ramadan meal after many Muslim invitees declined to attend.
Biden denounces Florida abortion ruling as ‘outrageous’ as state vote looms
US state's Supreme Court upheld a 15-week abortion ban, but also allowed a ballot measure on abortion access to proceed.
Israel’s planned Al Jazeera ban condemned
Press freedom groups are condemning a new Israeli law that would ban Al Jazeera’s right to operate in Israel and Gaza.