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‘Lion of Mesopotamia’: How Aymen Hussein beat tragedy to reach World Cup

Iraq’s ‘most expensive footballer’, striker who scored Iraq’s qualifying goal against Bolivia, retraces his journey.

Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to mark a winning return to the World Cup

John McGinn's deflected goal gives the Scots a World Cup win for the first time since 1990.

Two killed in Israeli strike on Gaza

An Israeli strike on southern Gaza has killed two people and injured another, according to Palestinian authorities.

After battling armed attacks, Mauritania attempts to revive tourism

Armed groups linked to al-Qaeda began attacks in the mid-2000s, but several security measures have halted them.

Why is the price of gold trending down?

Gold has been under pressure since the US and Israel launched a war against Iran in late February.

Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup

Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil's struggle in team's 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.

Haiti fans in the streets, Scotland faithful in kilts

It’s expected to be a spicy encounter: Haiti supporters and Scotland’s Tartan Army celebrate World Cup matchup.

As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?

As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going.

Russian families use AI to 'resurrect' loved ones killed in Ukraine

The highly controversial trend lies at the intersection of Russia's war on Ukraine, new AI technologies and grief.

Norway braces for verdict in rape trial of crown princess's son Høiby

Marius Borg Høiby will appear via video link, almost three months after his trial came to an end on 40 charges, including four counts of rape.

Vincent's parents 'never say he's good enough' - so he turned to a middle-aged couple online

A niche group of content creators called "virtual parents" have become hugely popular among young people.

Qatar net late against Switzerland to secure historic first World Cup point

Asian Cup holders Qatar level in injury time to draw 1-1 with Switzerland in World Cup 2026 opening game.

Thousands rally in Rome, Italy for rival pro- and anti-migration marches

Thousands of police deployed to keep the rallies apart as far-right 'remigration' initiative gains traction.

Ten observations after attending a World Cup match in the US

With the World Cup getting into full swing, Al Jazeera offers some tips for fans looking to attend a game in the US.

Will the new EU migration rules work?

The European Union's new migration policy has come into force.

‘A global rupture’: Carney calls for Canada-EU unity before G7 summit

Canada's prime minister has warned that the 'rules-based' global order is 'breaking down' amid superpower dominance.

Thousands attend anti-racism rally in Belfast

Thousands joined anti-racism demonstrations across the UK after days of anti-immigration unrest.

‘Not in my name’: The Jewish diaspora fighting the consensus on Israel

The Jewish diaspora say they reject Israel’s authority over their name amid Smotrich’s Israel Day parade appearance.

Anger over planned luxury resorts in Albania, including one linked to Trump's son-in-law

Around 200 protesters have torn down fencing surrounding a controversial luxury development in Albania, as demonstrations continue over another planned resort linked ​to…

Brazil vs Morocco live: World Cup 2026

Follow the updates as five-time record champions Brazil face African giants Morocco in a blockbuster Group C clash.

Albania protests escalate over Kushner-backed coastal development

Albania protests escalate over Kushner-backed coastal development

Qatar vs Switzerland live: World Cup 2026

Follow our live build-up, with team news as it lands, before our text commentary stream.

Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court order

Crews erected scaffolding on Friday as onlookers gathered into the evening, though storms delayed the work until Saturday.

Anthropic suspends new AI tools over US government security concerns

Anthropic's Claude Fable 5, released publicly this week, sparked concerns about cybersecurity and hacking.

Israeli attacks kill three in Gaza as post-‘ceasefire’ deaths hit 983

One person killed in central Gaza’s Bureij refugee camp, and two others in Khan Younis in the south.

As Iran and US near a deal, Tehran remembers another recent bloody conflict

Iranian authorities say assassinations and strikes over the past year have failed to deter them.

Kidnapped Nigerian retired general dies in captivity

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's death highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney beach

The woman, 35, was pulled from the water by members of the public and then airlifted to hospital, police say.

Iranians divided on peace prospects after US-Iran say a deal is near

Iranians gave mixed reactions as Iran and the US said they were close to an interim agreement to end the war.

Fans reveal how much they paid for World Cup tickets

World Cup fans reveal how much they paid for a seat at the US’s opening game against Paraguay.

‘Lots of things can still go wrong’ with US-Iran deal to end the war

Henry Ensher says the US–Iran agreement is not a final settlement but only the start of a process that can go wrong.

Deadly military plane crash in India’s Assam

A military transport aircraft has crashed in India’s northeastern Assam during a routine fligh.

Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million

The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.

Football: Why is India struggling to play the world’s most popular sport?

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, 101 East explores why India struggles to compete in the world's most popular sport

Five Indian air force staff killed as transport plane crashes in Assam

Antonov An-32 transport plane crashed near Assam’s Jorhat region, air forces says.

Qatar vs Switzerland: World Cup group match – preview, team news, lineups

After a disappointing home World Cup in 2022, Asian Cup champions Qatar are looking for better showing in North America.

Israel attacks Lebanon despite being included in potential peace deal

Israel has continued to attack Lebanon, despite Iran saying it was included in a potential memorandum of understanding.

The US border runs straight through the World Cup

The tournament was sold as a symbol of unity, but Trump’s border politics have turned it into a spectacle of exclusion.

Knicks face Spurs in Game 5, with first NBA title in 53 years in sight

After an epic comeback, the New York Knicks head to San Antonio, hoping to beat the Spurs to seal the 2026 championship.

‘Right to protest genocide’ denied: Scotland’s Palestine Action supporters

As the banned group fights its proscription in London, similar battles are playing out in Edinburgh.

Doctors Without Borders investigation finds exploitation by staff in Chad

The organisation employs tens of thousands of workers, local and foreign, to respond to crises across several countries.

Rare shark studied in its natural habitat for first time - and it wasn't where researchers thought

A rare, deep-sea goblin shark has been studied alive in its habitat for the first time.

US fans celebrate victory over Paraguay in World Cup opener

US fans celebrate victory over Paraguay in World Cup opener

Lebanon war victims among 117M people displaced worldwide

A new UNHCR report reveals that 117.8 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced by the end of 2025.

The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

Trump claims US kills Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang leader

Trump claims US kills Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang leader

UK court jails Palestine Action activists on ‘terrorism’ charges

UK court has sentenced four pro-Palestine activists to jail for a raid on an Israeli arms factory near Bristol in 2024.

Canada World Cup opener splits Bosnian fans among two ‘home nations’

Thousands of Bosnia fans turned Toronto blue as they marched to the chants of 'Free Palestine' in Toronto.

US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says

Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.

Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US justice department

The approval marks a key development in the merger that will reshape media, allowing the continue of the takeover of the Hollywood studio, which owns CNN and HBO.