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Board of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo

UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap.

Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.

Ebola, hantavirus outbreaks sign of our ‘dangerous’ times?

The deadly hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks are only the latest crises in “dangerous and divisive” times, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief said. Opening the body’s annual decision-making assembly in Geneva,…

Qatar, Unesco renew call to protect biodiversity

The world celebrates the International Day for Biological Diversity every year on May 22, amid intensive efforts to protect planet Earth-especially the lives of animals and plants, which form a cornerstone of human…

Ebola treatment hospital burned down in DRC as outbreak spreads

Protesters set a hospital on fire in the Democratic of Congo, as authorities struggle to contain an Ebola outbreak.

NYC launches lottery for $50 World Cup football tickets

New York City is launching a lottery for 1,000 discounted World Cup tickets priced at $50.

Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye

Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence.

US sanctions elected Hezbollah MPs and Lebanese security officials

Hezbollah says the sanctions will have 'absolutely no effect' on its strategy amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.

Fans create AI-generated team songs ahead of World Cup

Fan-made football anthems are raking in millions of plays on social media, rivalling FIFA commissions from musicians.

Ebola tensions rise as treatment centre torched in DR Congo’s Ituri

Residents in DRC torch facility over burial disputes, spotlighting challenges in tackling Ebola outbreak.

Five key takeaways from Democrats’ autopsy report on Kamala Harris’s loss

Riddled with mistakes and missing sections, 192-page document on 2024 election loss to Trump fails to mention Gaza.

Trump shifts between diplomacy and threats in Iran standoff

Supporters say unpredictable Trump approach deal-making strength, others see reflection of strategic dilemma.

Do aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?

Israeli minister's mistreatment of abducted activists sparks global condemnation.

Is Islamophobia being re-packaged as feminism?

A group of female activists at a far-right rally in the UK have sparked a backlash.

UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs

Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums.

Iran’s World Cup hopes hit US visa hurdles

Players from Iran’s national football team are in Turkey applying for US visas for the 2026 World Cup.

Who are the 10 best FIFA World Cup players of all time?

The all-time greats who have shone on the biggest stage and written their names in football World Cup folklore.

Poll finds nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose aid to Israel

The US ally has seen support plummet in recent years amid widespread anger over its genocidal war on Gaza.

Displaced Lebanese woman bakes 3,000 loaves daily for war-hit community

Soubhiye Zeiter vowed to feed people affected by war even after being displaced from her home.