Category: 3. Middle East

‘Even the land for the dead is now the only refuge for the living’, one Gaza resident says.

Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians who lack shelter or a home…

For decades, China powered spectacular growth through exports, infrastructure and cheap credit. But that old model is running out of steam, even as it hits a record…

In September, Pakistan launched its first-ever national human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine campaign, aiming to immunise more than 13 million girls aged nine to 14 in its first phase.

HPV is the most common cause of cervical cancer, which kills…

Indonesia says it barred Israeli gymnasts from the global event to maintain ‘public order and security’.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has urged…

In Kwara, a Muslim-majority state in north-central Nigeria where religious traditions govern daily life, some young women are defying cultural expectations through football.

They have discovered the camaraderie, competitive spirit, and emotional…

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Satellite imagery shows Israel holds about 40 active military positions beyond the yellow line.

Satellite imagery analysis by Al Jazeera’s fact-checking agency Sanad shows that the Israeli army holds about 40 active military positions…

Vladimir Kramnik repeatedly accused fellow chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky of cheating in the year before his death.

Chess’s governing body has said it is considering disciplinary action against Russian former world champion Vladimir Kramnik…

The storm could grow into a hurricane by Friday and a major one by the late weekend.

Tropical Storm Melissa is threatening the Caribbean Sea islands with dangerous…

Saudi Arabia’s status as home to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina means grand mufti’s pronouncements are closely watched.

Saudi Arabia has named Sheikh Saleh…

World Health Organization says 41 critical patients evacuated yesterday as Rafah border remains shut, despite ceasefire.