The world in a glance.

India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it

Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.

Israel reprimands Spanish diplomat over detonation of Netanyahu effigy

Israel says it has reprimanded Spain’s top diplomat in Tel Aviv over the blowing up of an effigy of its Prime Minister.

The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain Speirs

A BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died.

Hungary goes to the polls as its hardman leader faces end of his 16-year reign

Hungary is voting to elect its leader and all 199 members of its parliament.

Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans

The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.

Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell

The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, has firmly denied the accusations.

Fury beats Makhmudov in heavyweight boxing comeback, then calls out Joshua

Tyson Fury beats Arslanbek Makhmudov in a unanimous points decision as he makes his heavyweight comeback.

US President Trump says US ‘wins’ regardless of how Iran talks go

US President Donald Trump says ‘we win regardless of what happens’ in Iran talks.

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of violating Easter ceasefire

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating an Orthodox Easter ceasefire.

Irish cabinet meeting to be held to discuss ongoing fuel protests

Hundreds of petrol stations in the Republic of Ireland have run out of fuel as the protests and blockades continued for a fifth day.

Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire

Deployment under mutual defence pact comes as Islamabad hosts US-Iran ceasefire talks.

Fuel tankers regain access to Irish oil refinery after protests

Fuel tankers have regained access to an oil refinery that was blocked by protesters in Ireland.

Gaza families mourn loved ones killed in overnight Israeli air strikes

Families gather over bodies outside a Gaza hospital after overnight Israeli air strikes killed seven people.

Vigil held in Madrid for victims of Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Dozens gathered in Madrid for a vigil honouring the victims of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon.

Ceasefire brings some relief for Iranians but economic outlook remains grim

Activity picks up in Tehran's Grand Bazaar compared with before the ceasefire, but vendors say sales remain slow.

Iraq parliament elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president

New president pledges 'Iraq First' after securing 227 votes, ending five months of political deadlock.

Fuel tankers regain access to Irish oil refinery

Demonstrations due to high prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are affecting traffic on several roads.

Machete-wielding man killed by police in New York’s Grand Central station

Three elderly victims were wounded at the transit hub attack as authorities continue to investigate, police said.

Trump unveils giant gold-accented victory arch design for US capital

The new monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.

'We have to get ready for large-scale conflicts,' says Canada's military chief

As well as being the first woman to lead Canada's armed forces, General Jennie Carignan is also in command as her country pushes to rearm on a scale not seen since the Cold War.

'We have to get ready for large-scale conflicts... we need a different military'

As well as being the first woman to lead Canada's armed forces, General Jennie Carignan is also in command as her country pushes to rearm on a scale not seen since the Cold War.

Police begin arrests at UK protest against Palestine Action ban

Hundreds of people gather in Trafalgar Square for demonstration, as elderly woman with cane is escorted away by police.

Nearly 400 sentenced in Nigeria for links to militant Islamists

Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.

US-Iran ceasefire: Can pressure, incentives, and risks deliver a final deal

Can US‑Iran ceasefire hold for talks? Vance team, midterm politics, energy risks, Tehran seeks relief.

Teenage girl whose Snapchat video captured chaos in Beirut as Israeli strikes hit

After six weeks of relentless Israeli bombardment, there was a fragile hope that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might ease tensions in Lebanon.

Lebanon mourns security forces killed in Israeli strike

Lebanon held funeral ceremonies for 13 members of the country’s State Security agency killed in an Israeli strike.

British tourist dead and another in serious condition fatal Canary Islands bus crash

A British tourist is in a serious condition, while another two are stable in hospital, after a fatal bus crash in the Canary Islands.

Hungary’s Viktor Orban struggling for political survival ahead of vote

Hungarian prime minister and his Fidesz party ‌face first closely contested polls in Sunday's parliamentary election.

Video: ‘Crucial talks’ says Al Jazeera reporter at US-Iran meeting venue

Talks involving officials from Iran and Pakistani mediators have begun in Islamabad.

UK to hold off on deal ceding Chagos Islands amid US opposition

A bill laying out plans to return the Indian Ocean archipelago, home to the US-UK Diego Garcia base, has been paused.

Djibouti's president wins unprecedented sixth term with 97.8% of vote

Ismail Omar Guelleh, 78, has extended his already 27-year rule in a poll boycotted by the main opposition candidates.

What’s at stake in Benin’s presidential election?

Finance minister is favourite to win on Sunday as incumbent Talon will step down after leading the country for 10 years.

Baseball statue broken as it is unveiled in Seattle

The mishap occurred as a tarp was pulled off a bronze figure immortalising Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki.

At least seven Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

An early-morning strike hits a group of civilians in ​​Bureij camp as drones attack a tent in Khan Younis.

Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon

Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific after a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans.

Video: Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iran

US Vice President JD Vance has landed in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials on a deal to end the war on Iran.

Artemis II marks historic lunar return with Pacific splashdown success

The mission unveils lunar mysteries, treats astronauts to a solar eclipse and sets records around the moon.

Chelsea vs Manchester City: Premier League – team news, start, lineups

Second-placed Manchester City travel to Chelsea as the Premier League title race approaches crunch time.

Iran war: What is happening on day 43 of the US-Iran conflict?

Senior Iranian officials arrive in Islamabad for ceasefire talks with the United States.

Who is Viktor Orbán, Hungarian PM fighting to stay in power after 16 years?

Since 2010, Orbán has transformed Hungary into what the European Parliament has denounced as a "hybrid regime of electoral autocracy".

Pakistan ambassador speaks to Al Jazeera on eve of US-Iran talks

Pakistan’s ambassador to the US said weeks of intense diplomatic efforts have led to a shared commitment from all sides.

Pakistan’s prime minister calls US-Iran talks ‘make or break’

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the upcoming US-Iran talks in Islamabad as “make or break”.

Frontrunner for California governor denies sexual assault allegations

The congressman is a leading Democratic candidate who is now facing calls to drop out of the race.

'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers

A controversial law to remove protections for the country's glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.

An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humour

A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.

This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst

For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.

Trump has handed JD Vance his most difficult mission yet

As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary's Orbán scents victory

As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.

Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary's Orbán senses victory

As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.

Iran war live: Vance arrives in Pakistan to lead ceasefire talks

US Vice President J D Vance arrives in Pakistan to lead the highest level talks with Iran since 1979 Islamic revolution.