Geopolitics
South Korean prosecutors seek arrest of ‘Moonies’ leader in bribery probe
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Unification Church leader accused of bribing former first lady whose husband Yoon Suk-yeol fell from grace last year.
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Geopolitics
Ukraine’s new weapon will help it target strategic infrastructure
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
@alexgatopoulos looks at the leverage Ukraine's newest missile might give it against Russia
Geopolitics
Western bids to recognise a Palestinian state put Israel first
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
If recognition is to matter, it must centre on Palestinian self-determination, not Israel’s security.
Geopolitics
What is Antifa, the movement Trump wants to label a ‘terrorist’ group?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The Trump administration says it will add Antifa to the ‘terror’ list, following the killing of activist Charlie Kirk.
Geopolitics
WHO warns hospitals ‘on the brink’ as Israel pushes Gaza City assault
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Israel continues deadly bid to ethnically cleanse enclave's largest city amid 'cataclysmic' humanitarian conditions.
Geopolitics
Palestinians in Gaza face reality “nothing short of cataclysmic”
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Olga Cherevko on the worsening crisis as Israeli forces push into Gaza City, forcing Palestinians to flee once again.
Geopolitics
Donald Trump’s UK state visit met with protests
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Demonstrators have been protesting against Donald Trump’s second state visit to the United Kingdom.
Geopolitics
Who was Celeste Rivas, the missing teen found dead in singer d4vd’s Tesla?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The LAPD identified the body of a girl in the car of Romantic Homicide singer d4vd. She went missing in 2024, aged 13.
Geopolitics
Alarm in India’s Kerala as cases of ‘brain-eating’ amoeba rise
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
At least 19 deaths and 72 infections of the Naegleria fowleri amoeba have been reported this year.
Geopolitics
Mary Trump on politics, power and the future of US democracy
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Mary Trump joins Centre Stage to discuss Donald Trump’s influence, the Republican Party and future of US democracy.
Geopolitics
Spanish football fans fly pro-Palestine banner in Champions League
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
"From today until the very last day, we stand with you."
Geopolitics
Walcott wins javelin gold as Chopra, Nadeem disappoint at Athletics Worlds
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A disappointing night for South Asia turns into a joyous one for the Americas at the men's javelin final in Tokyo.
Geopolitics
US right shifts tone on social media censorship after Charlie Kirk’s murder
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Platforms that loosened moderation in the Trump era are now under scrutiny over online reaction to activist's killing.
Geopolitics
The Disappearance of Dr Abu Safiya
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Fault Lines investigates the assault on Kamal Adwan Hospital and Dr Hussam Abu Safiya's illegal arrest by Israeli forces
Geopolitics
US and UK sign major nuclear power deal: What does it include?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The multibillion-pound deal will build up to 12 modern nuclear reactors in northeast England and power data centres.
Geopolitics
Gulf nations to coordinate at ‘all military and intelligence levels’
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Defence ministers from the Gulf Cooperation Council have vowed to coordinate “at all military and intelligence levels”.
Geopolitics
What is antifa; what does Trump’s ‘major terrorist’ label mean?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Trump's latest announcement comes as Tyler Robinson is charged over Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting.
Geopolitics
Britain arrests trio of suspected Russian saboteurs
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
UK police allege Russia-linked spying, as Lithuania and Latvia uncover sabotage plots.
Geopolitics
Ukraine pledges to bolster Polish drone defence with training
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
After Russian drone incursion, Polish team to learn how to intercept unmanned enemy aerial vehicles.
Geopolitics
Who can stop Israel’s genocide in Gaza?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A UN inquiry may have declared that a genocide is being committed in Gaza, but can anyone make Israel stop?
Geopolitics
France’s big protest: Who’s on strike, why and what’s next?
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The strike action and nationwide protests follow the Block Everything demonstrations earlier in September.
Geopolitics
Stars take to the stage at Together for Palestine concert
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Artists and activists came together at the Together for Palestine concert in London to raise funds for Gaza.
Geopolitics
EU struggles on climate plan ahead of Brazil conference
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Divisions in the EU over emissions-cutting targets are stymieing work to reach an agreement on a climate plan in time to meet a UN deadline.
Geopolitics
Bella Ciao: Protest song in focus after Charlie Kirk killing
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A look at the evolution of the Italian protest anthem, from its opaque origins to TikTok remixes and feminist marches.
Geopolitics
German fears: Rising cost of living tops list of concerns
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The rising cost of living is again the top cause of distress for Germans, according to a long-running survey. But despite the war in Ukraine, inflation and Don…
Geopolitics
Germany updates: Merz goes to Spain amid Israel differences
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Germany's Friedrich Merz is to meet Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez in Madrid, with one big dividing issue between the two. Lawmakers are to vote on the 2025 budget, …
Geopolitics
France: Strikers challenge Macron's austerity drive
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
French unions have been mounting nationwide protests against planned budget cuts, halting transport and blocking streets. Pre-dawn clashes took place as Prime …
Geopolitics
Ukraine: Why young men can now enter, leave as they choose
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Despite martial law, Ukrainian men aged 18 to 22 are now allowed to leave their country without facing prosecution. DW spoke to some young men at the border be…
Geopolitics
How Trump tariffs are lowering food prices in Brazil, Mexico
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US tariff policy is having unexpected consequences for consumers — in some places. Coffee is becoming cheaper in Brazil, and in Mexico tomatoes are less expens…
Geopolitics
Afghanistan: What's at stake as Taliban cut internet?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The Taliban have shut down fiber-optic internet across several Afghan provinces to "prevent immorality." Experts warn of serious consequences for trade and gir…
Geopolitics
Is NATO ready for drone warfare?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After recent drone incursions into Polish and Romanian airspace, NATO has launched Operation Eastern Sentry to strengthen its eastern flank. How serious is the…
Geopolitics
Jimmy Kimmel suspension: The US media's shift towards Trump's MAGA
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A "great unwokening"? Along with the late-night talk show host's suspension, several signs point towards a sharp shift to the right in the US media and Hollywo…
Geopolitics
Trump-ally Grenell threatens German journalist with visa withdrawal
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Will the US government tighten the conditions for German journalists working in the United States? A heated debate has erupted following the killing of US-infl…
Geopolitics
Ukraine updates: Drones target key Russian refinery
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
A key Gazprom refinery in Russia's Bashkortostan region caught fire after a Ukrainian drone strike. The attack on one of Russia's largest plants — far from Ukr…
Geopolitics
Alliance of Sahel States turns two: Unity or unequal partnership?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Two years on, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) faces criticism over unmet goals, uneven benefits, and unfulfilled economic promises for Mali, Niger and Burki…
Geopolitics
Israel: Literature as resistance amid the war in Gaza
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Author Ayelet Gundar-Goshen writes to challenge fear and prejudice, taking a humanist perspective on the Middle East conflict. Her new novel is a plea for empa…
Geopolitics
Trump cheers suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show after host’s Charlie Kirk comments | First Thing
The Guardian – World · Europe
The two largest Hollywood unions voiced support for Kimmel. Plus, Bernie Sanders becomes first US senator to say Israel committing genocide in GazaGood morning…
Geopolitics
‘The dungeon’ at Louisiana’s notorious prison reopens as Ice detention center
The Guardian – World · Europe
Critics condemn reopening of ‘Camp J’ unit at Angola in service of Trump’s nationwide immigration crackdown, noting its history of brutality and violenceThere …
Geopolitics
Nvidia to invest $5bn in Intel after Trump administration’s 10% stake
The Guardian – World · Europe
Deal gives Intel a lifeline as firms team up on AI data centers and PC chips after Trump stake sparks market surgeNvidia, the world’s leading chipmaker, announ…
Geopolitics
Abortion pill providers targeted by new Texas law refuse ‘anticipatory obedience’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Greg Abbott’s latest move fuels clash between US red states and blue-state shield laws protecting abortion careGreg Abbott, the Republican governor of Texas, o…
Geopolitics
Probation Service failing to assess thousands who pose risk to women, watchdog says
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: Chief inspector of probation says it is inevitable there will be more murders and rapes without an improvementThe Probation Service in England and W…
Geopolitics
UK faces years of ‘anaemic’ growth amid tax and regulation burden, says Next
The Guardian – World · Europe
Retailer says economic outlook clouded by fall in job opportunities and government overspending Bosses at the clothing and homeware chain Next are forecasting …
Geopolitics
UK’s public sector broadcasters demand more prominence on YouTube to combat misinformation
The Guardian – World · Europe
Bosses say independent news needs to be promoted on social platforms that increasing numbers of viewers are turning toThe BBC and Britain’s other public sector…
Geopolitics
US and UK have done ‘more good than any two nations in history’, says Trump – UK politics live
The Guardian – World · Europe
US president describes bond between US and UK as ‘unbreakable’ as he concludes his state visitPresident Trump is now leaving Windsor Castle. He will be flying …
Geopolitics
Corbyn clashes with Sultana over membership portal as split emerges in new party
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ex-Labour leader says ‘legal advice being taken’ over issue, while Sultana also claims ‘sexist boys’ club’ is running partyUK politics live – latest updatesAn …
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