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Corbyn’s new party faces crisis as cofounder skips first day of conference

Internal rifts deepen in Corbyn's party as cofounder Sultana refuses to attend conference amid expulsion concerns. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/NhWVF95

US whistleblower exposes Biden administration’s Israel cover-up

Whistleblower Steve Gabavics tells Marc Lamont Hill how the US dismissed Israel's killing of an Al Jazeera journalist. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/2jbL1N8

Tom Stoppard, celebrated British playwright, dies aged 88

Stoppard's writing, often philosophical or scientific but consistently funny, gave rise to the term Stoppardian. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HOob2Kp

Why gender-based violence in South Africa is now a national emergency

We look back at South Africa’s nationwide shutdown by women, as they halted work to protest gender-based violence. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/upLvt7E

Trump Spoke by Phone Last Week With Maduro, Venezuela’s Leader

They discussed a possible meeting between the two of them, but nothing has been scheduled, and the administration continues to increase the military pressure on Venezuela. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/OuJkeXS

Israeli troops kill two Palestinians in Jenin as they try to surrender

Observers condemn Israeli army's killing of two Palestinian men in northern West Bank as 'shocking crime'. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/vbyeNVz

Trump administration nixes temporary immigration protections for Haitians

Homeland Security Secretary Noem determines it is safe for Haitians to return home, despite widespread gang violence. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/w432jWP

Bamboo Scaffolding May Have Contributed to Hong Kong Fire, Like Grenfell Tower

via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/vc2bjJA

Aftermath of Homs killings may mark turning point for Syria’s government

Syrian government security deployments helped avoid sectarian violence, unlike previous incidents this year. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/TRBDSxV

Diego Maradona: Five years on from the death of Argentina’s football icon

Al Jazeera reflects on the passing of World Cup-winning Argentina forward Diego Maradona. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HZi5Vyw

Volunteers in Gaza care for animals amid war and destruction

In war-torn Gaza, volunteers fight to save hungry and abandoned animals. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/IJOTofH

The Danish Model for Immigration Crackdown

For European governments, Denmark’s hard-line immigration policy is a model for how to get a grip on contentious issue and stay in power. Our reporter Jeanna Smialek reports from Copenhagen on the the effects of the policy. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/XFwJR2h

Arsenal thrash Tottenham 4-1 to go six points clear as Eze grabs hat-trick

The Gunners open up a commanding six-point lead at the top of the Premier League with derby demolition of Spurs. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/dCEaVYF

Gaza was ‘near and dear’ to Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral bid, father says

Scholar Mahmood Mamdani says Palestinian rights helped motivate his son Zohran’s run for New York City mayor. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rQ8BupJ

Indian trade unions oppose new labour codes, call for demonstrations

The unions demand the laws be withdrawn before nationwide protests they plan to hold on Wednesday. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3fgU1mY

Who owns your For You page?

We examine whether the increased concentration of media ownership will create a more restrictive narrative. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/DB92HSp

Deadly earthquake shocks Bangladesh, hundreds injured

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Bangladesh, killing at least nine people and injuring more than 300. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/WwdiSJg

U.S. Ran a War Game on Ousting Maduro. Venezuela Fell Into Chaos.

An official U.S. government exercise during President Trump’s first term forecast turmoil and potential violence in a post-Maduro Venezuela. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/aErzm4w

At least 41 dead as heavy rain, flooding and landslides hit central Vietnam

Forecasters warn more flooding, landslides expected as tens of thousands of people are evacuated from their homes. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/7tV3N8s

‘It’s Israeli policy’: Report reveals abuse of Palestinians in prisons

Physicians for Human Rights-Israel reveals torture, abuse carried out against Palestinians held in Israeli prisons. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/KxJlvHe

‘Not going to happen’: Sheinbaum dismisses Trump threat of Mexico strikes

The US president had previously suggested his military could strike land-based cartel targets in Mexico. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/b8KWsDP

Syrian FM visits China, pledges ‘counterterrorism’ cooperation

Syria's Asaad al-Shaibani meets with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi as Damascus pushes to bolster international ties. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/15s3lVG

Britain’s Labour Government Plans New, Tougher System for Asylum Seekers

Under the new rules, people granted asylum would have to wait 20 years, rather than the current five, before applying for permanent residency. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/Lx5apVO

Israel pushes US to close door on Palestinian statehood before UNSC vote

Hardliners furious after US amends resolution to secure support of countries participating in Gaza stabilisation force. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OGXEaDd

Trump issues two pardons related to investigation into January 6, 2021 riot

Suzanne Ellen Kaye was convicted for threatening to shoot FBI agents. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/M7S8U1j

Pope Leo Urges Cinema Notables to Redouble Focus on Social Justice

But left unspoken at a Vatican meeting with film stars were the deep divisions over issues like abortion and homosexuality. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/NOguV14

Trump Plan Could Limit Green Cards for Immigrants From Travel Ban Countries

The policy change is a major expansion of the administration’s push to crack down on immigration from countries that it says lack sufficient screening and vetting abilities. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/2EAVQkR

Rashida Tlaib introduces US Congress resolution to recognise Gaza genocide

The congressional measure, backed by 21 Democratic legislators, calls for sanctions against Israel over Gaza horrors. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/YWs0rTy

James Comey, Letitia James argue US attorney in their cases hired illegally

Comey and James have sought to see their cases dismissed over the appointment of US Attorney Lindsey Halligan. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/V0lIgPN

Family of Fisherman Killed in U.S. Military Strike Says It Wants Justice

Colombia was a top U.S. ally in Latin America until the Trump administration began deadly strikes in international waters. Now, one family wants justice. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/EmuMXdV

France marks 10 years since Paris attacks upended country

Parisians marked ten years since the deadly November 2015 attacks that upended French society. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qZWc3NK

Is Europe sliding closer to conflict with Russia?

Drone sightings, threats and an arms race raise spectre of war. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/0CLI2Tf

Palestinian journalist Mustafa Ayyash to be extradited to Austria

Austrian authorities accuse the founder of Gaza Now of financing Hamas, a charge he has denied. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/9OPHTjW

Israeli attacks on Gaza despite ceasefire follow Lebanon pattern

Israel is using a policy of ‘no war, no peace’ in Gaza, similar to the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/bOMRwEj

Canada Loses Its Status as Having Eliminated Measles

The disease was once considered eliminated in Canada, but not any more — there have been more than 5,000 cases in the last 12 months as vaccination rates have fallen. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/bTJ7Bna

Speaker Johnson says House will return to Washington for shutdown deal vote

Seven Democrats and one independent voted with Republicans Sunday night to reopen the US government to end the shutdown. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/zHGaStg

BBC’s Director General and Chief Executive Quit Their Posts

The abrupt moves followed controversy over claims that a documentary had been edited to suggest that President Trump had encouraged the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/kz0bLD2

US highlights Gaza aid surge; Palestinians allege ‘engineered starvation’

White House says nearly 700 aid trucks entering Gaza each day, a figure disputed by Palestinians and aid organisations. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/enOZLXF

Hungary claims ‘indefinite’ US sanctions waiver for Russian energy imports

Foreign minister says Budapest 'obtained an indefinite exemption from the sanctions' on Russian oil and gas shipments. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8xNDnaf

Anthony Grey, Journalist Held Hostage by China for Two Years, Dies at 87

A correspondent for Reuters, he became a global symbol of China’s isolation and of the anti-foreigner hysteria spawned by its Cultural Revolution. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/2AwrXt8

Tanzania arrests senior opposition figure as hundreds face treason charges

Opposition party Chadema said that its deputy secretary-general, Amani Golugwa, was arrested early on Saturday. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/RpetwzN

Former British soldier contests extradition over alleged Kenya murder

The UK's National Crime Agency says suspect was a former soldier who was arrested on Thursday by specialist officers. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/UHTiCqn

Pakistan says Afghanistan talks deadlocked after deadly border clashes

Afghan official says four Afghan civilians were killed and five others wounded in border clashes. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/nTqWJRK

What Scientists Are Learning From Brain Organoids

Lab-grown “reductionist replicas” of the human brain are helping scientists understand fetal development and cognitive disorders, including autism. But ethical questions loom. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/XKPM4Uc

Israel pounds southern Lebanon with drone, airstrikes

Video shows Israeli drones launching airstrikes in southern Lebanon Thursday. At least one person was killed in Toura. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/56Yv0TN

FIFA Will Award Its Own Peace Prize Next Month in Washington

Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, has built a close relationship with President Trump, who has groused about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/RwBAkl2

Bolivia top court orders release of former interim President Jeanine Anez

Supreme Court annuls right-wing leader's conviction for illegally assuming presidency after 2019 ouster of Evo Morales. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/APkpl8J

‘Civil war in the Democratic Party’: Andrew Cuomo votes in NYC election

NYC mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo said Trump would cut through rival Zohran Mamdani “like a hot knife through butter." via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QDZP5qJ

Barcelona beat Elche 3-1 to stay in touch with La Liga leaders Real Madrid

Dominant win moves defending La Liga champions to second place in the standings, five adrift of archrivals Madrid. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Mvmw9b5

Defense Lawyers Demand Dismissal of Abuse Case Against Israeli Soldiers

The chief legal officer of Israel’s military resigned after authorizing the leak of a video in the case involving grave abuse of a Palestinian detainee. That further politicized a fraught case. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/P2aM5p0