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Amadou M'Bow: First African to head Unesco dies at 103

Unesco describes him as the first African to lead an international organisation.

Missouri executes Muslim man amid claims of innocence

Imam Marcellus Khalifah Williams was given lethal injection even though attorneys said his DNA was not found on murder weapon.

US accuses Visa of monopoly on debit cards

Government accuses Visa of stifling competition and charging a hidden toll on trillions of transactions.

Live Updates: Israel kills 28 in Gaza as deadly raids on Lebanon intensify

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 355th day, has killed at least 41,495 Palestinians and wounded over 96,006 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

Live Updates: New Israeli strikes hit south and east Lebanon — official media

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 355th day, has killed at least 41,467 Palestinians and wounded over 95,921 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

'UN, what are you waiting for to stop the genocide in Gaza?' — Erdogan

Just as Hitler was stopped by an international alliance 70 years ago, Netanyahu must be stopped, President Erdogan says in his speech at the annual UN General Assembly.

Live Updates: Hezbollah fires missile on Israeli bases, explosives factory

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 354th day, has killed at least 41,455 Palestinians and wounded over 95,878 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

Finland to propose scrapping veto power of UNSC members

The President of Finland Alexander Stubb has announced that his country plans to propose the scrapping of veto power of UN Security Council member nations.

China’s African safari and how it managed to outmanoeuvre US

Beijing hosted leaders of more than 50 nations this month, showcasing the Asian giant’s reach and influence in the world’s second-largest and second-most-populous continent.

Live Updates: Death toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon climbs to 274

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 353rd day, has killed at least 41,431 Palestinians and wounded over 95,818 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

Live Updates: Iraqi group targets Israeli base in occupied Golan Heights

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 353rd day, has killed at least 41,431 Palestinians and wounded over 95,818 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

Tunisians hold protests ahead of October elections

Tunisians held protests on Sunday, citing control of the country's electoral commission by President Kais Saied.

Ramallah office closure aims to hide Israeli actions in Gaza: Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera has slammed Israeli troops for raiding its offices in West Bank, saying Israel is trying to conceal its actions in Gaza.

Explosion at Iran coal mine kills more than 50 workers

At least 50 people have been killed in an explosion at a coal mine in eastern Iran.

UNGA: What to know about upcoming meeting

The week-long United Nations General Assembly is set to start officially on Tuesday, with more than 130 leaders expected to address the meeting.

Number of white rhinos increase: report

The number of white rhinos globally increased from 15,942 in 2022 to 17,464 in 2023, a new report has revealed.

Live Updates: Gaza death toll climbs to 41,431

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 352nd day, has killed at least 41,431 Palestinians and wounded over 95,818 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of bombed homes.

Israel raids Al Jazeera's bureau in Ramallah, orders closure

The Israeli order follows an extraordinary one issued in May that saw Israeli police raid Al Jazeera's broadcast position in East Jerusalem, seizing equipment, preventing its broadcasts in Israel and blocking its website

UN 'gravely alarmed' by reports of RSF assault on Al Fasher

UN officials warn that the worsening violence around Al Fasher city threatens to unleash more intercommunal strife.

Meet the young artist behind swords of Saladin: The Conqueror of Jerusalem

Hakan Ugur was groomed in the Grand Bazaar where he learned to infuse traditional engraving and lapidary with modern design. Along the way, he discovered the meaning of spirituality.

Live Update: Death toll from Israel's Beirut strike climbs to 31

Israel's genocidal war on Gaza, now in its 351st day, has killed at least 41,300 Palestinians and wounded over 95,550 others — a conservative estimate — with 10,000+ believed to be buried under rubble of annihilated home

Erdogan says Lebanon attacks underlines need to cut foreign dependence

Erdogan highlighted the growing importance of defence in the wake of recent attacks in Lebanon.

African stars on 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards nominations list

The BET Hip Hop Awards follow the success of the recent BET Awards, where African artists dominated several categories.