Robot tells Al Jazeera AI is ‘too useful to disappear’
Al Jazeera’s Rosie Birchard asks a humanoid robot about AI's future at the Web Summit in Lisbon.
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China says US ‘fabricating’ Nvidia spy claims to justify tech ‘blockade’
Nvidia CEO is under investigation for an affair with a woman whom US intelligence believes to be a Chinese spy.
Msheireb Properties concludes Qatar Sustainability Week 2026 participation with a focus on smart city innovation
Msheireb Properties and Msheireb Museums have concluded their participation as strategic partners in the 11th edition of Qatar Sustainability Week (QSW), organised from 31 October to 7 November by Earthna…
Manchester United sack Michael Carrick as manager
Carrick exits after United drop to 18th in Premier League table; he led them to three wins across all competitions.
From the UK to the Gulf, are US overseas bases becoming liabilities?
For decades, these bases allowed the US to wage faraway wars. Now, Iran has changed that calculation.
US envoys arrive in Moscow for Russia-Ukraine talks with Putin
The meeting with Kushner and Witkoff comes after two days of trilateral talks in the UAE yielded no breakthrough.
India bypasses own rules to buy Israeli phone-hacking tech
India's expansive surveillance capabilities extend beyond cloning phones to accessing cloud-based data of tech giants.
Ten police officers, 18 fighters killed in northwest Pakistan attack
Officers were returning from a mine in Kohat district when fighters opened fire on them, authorities say.
Xi Jinping says Taiwan ‘reunification’ with China must happen
Xi Jinping, President of China, has called for the peaceful ‘reunification’ of Taiwan with China.
Mississippi elects first Black Senator since 1874
Democrat Scott Colom has won Mississippi’s Senate race, becoming the state’s first Black senator since 1874.
Photos: Protesters clash with police after housing cost rallies in Spain
Anger over housing affordability and purchasing power leads to clashes amid Spain's first general strike in 14 years.
Iran open to deal if US ‘refrains from excessive demands’, says Ghalibaf
Iran's chief negotiator stated that the country is open to reaching a deal. This is conditional on the US avoiding excessive demands. The negotiator also mentioned that the US should refrain from creating distrust.
Pope Leo welcomed by millions in his second ‘homeland’ of Peru
Pope Leo visited Peru as part of a tour in Latin America. He is expected to spend three days in Chiclayo. He previously served as the bishop in that city from 2015 to 2023.
Netanyahu’s legacy: Personality politics reshapes Israeli democracy
Netanyahu's struggle for political survival is changing Israeli democracy. The opening of the parliament became a scene of acrimony and insults.
Indonesia vice president resigns amid dispute over eligibility
Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned from his position as vice president. He is the son of former President Joko Widodo. The resignation follows a court inquiry regarding his education overseas.
Sheikh Hasina must return to Bangladesh to face her sentence
There is a demand for Sheikh Hasina to return to Bangladesh to face her sentence. Delhi is urged to make sure its territory is not used to threaten the people of Bangladesh. The goal is to prevent the incitement of violence in the country.
It is time for a change of leadership in the Democratic Party in the US
The Democratic Party in the US requires new voices and energy. This change in leadership is needed to deliver on an ambitious agenda.
From Pong to GTA VI: Play your way through 50 years of video games
The video game industry has grown into a 200 billion dollar business. Six specific games can be played to learn the history of how the industry reached this scale.
French guard collapses as Macron rushes to help
A member of the French honor guard collapsed as the Slovak president arrived at the Élysée Palace. President Emmanuel Macron rushed to assist the fallen guard. The incident occurred during the official welcome for the Slovak head of state. Security personnel attended to the individual following the collapse.
More than 300 migrants rescued off Spain’s Canary Islands
More than 300 migrants were rescued off the coast of Spain's Canary Islands. This operation took place during a period of increasing crossings in the Atlantic.
Fighting intensifies in Yemen as Houthis deny targeting Mecca
Fighting in Yemen has caused significant displacement. The World Health Organization reports that more than 320,000 people have fled their homes since August 1.
Bolivia arrests former judge on suspicion of drug trafficking
Bolivian authorities have arrested a former judge. The individual is suspected of involvement in drug trafficking. This action is linked to a security alliance backed by the United States. The alliance is currently conducting a crackdown on drug cartels across Latin America.
Iran’s chief negotiator tells Al Jazeera ‘ball in US court’
Iran's chief negotiator stated that the United States must respond to Iran's position. This comes during the latest round of peace talks.
Amnesty says UN, South Sudan officials failed to prevent village massacre
A report from a rights group states that UN and South Sudan officials failed to prevent a massacre in a village. Peacekeepers reportedly had prior knowledge of a likely raid on Abiemnom. More than 200 people were killed during the attack.
Iran warns of expanded retaliation as Israel reportedly readies to attack
The Israeli security cabinet ordered the military to increase preparations for a potential attack on Iran. This follows reports in Israeli media and warnings from Iran about expanded retaliation.
Building collapse in Brooklyn kills two, injures more than a dozen
A building collapse in Brooklyn resulted in two deaths. More than a dozen people were injured in the incident. Rescue crews searched the area for victims. Mayor Mamdani stated that first responders reached the scene one minute after the emergency call was made.
Mother reunites with sons taken under Pinochet regime 40 years ago
A Chilean mother has reunited with her sons after 40 years. They were taken from her during the regime of Pinochet.
Indonesian VP resigns over education qualification row
Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned. His departure follows a dispute regarding his educational qualifications.
Argentina’s Milei cries as he bids farewell to the Pope
President Javier Milei showed visible emotion during a meeting with Pope Leo XIV. The president cried as he bid farewell to the pontiff.
Three-storey building collapses in Brooklyn
A building with three storeys collapsed in Brooklyn, New York. The incident resulted in at least two deaths. Several other people were injured in the collapse.
What could Chinese intelligence have learned from Nvidia CEO’s affair?
Nvidia stated that no secrets were compromised following an affair involving its CEO. Experts are questioning what sensitive information might have been exposed to Chinese intelligence.
Israel strikes intensive care at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital
An Israeli strike hit the intensive care unit at Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Civil Defence reports that the attack killed at least six people.
Former Italian Red Brigades member escapes house arrest in Argentina
A former member of the Italian Red Brigades has escaped house arrest in Argentina. Bertulazzi managed to evade authorities by climbing down from a fifth-floor apartment. He used a rope and a harness to make his descent.
Nvidia shares plunge amid reports board to discuss CEO Huang’s future
Nvidia shares dropped by more than 8 percent. This plunge follows reports that the board will discuss the future of CEO Huang. Speculation regarding the co-founder's position triggered the stock price fall.
Hegseth entourage reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
A guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier reprimanded the entourage of Hegseth. The guard was heard yelling at the group. He told them to maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times.
Why the US, Mexico and Guatemala may lose their measles-free status
An independent commission is reviewing whether countries in the Americas still meet measles elimination criteria. This review could result in the US, Mexico, and Guatemala losing their measles-free status.
Cameroon: Who is really calling the shots?
The absences of Biya have raised questions about the current power structure in Cameroon. There are uncertainties regarding who is actually in control of the country. People are questioning what will happen next in the nation.
Hegseth scolded by security at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Hegseth was reprimanded by an army sentinel. The incident occurred at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Arlington National Cemetery.
US election results could be positive for Lebanon, Hezbollah chief says
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem stated that US election results could be positive for Lebanon. He believes Republican losses and the election outcome in Israel could help Lebanon maintain its sovereignty.
Iran war live: Tehran warns of wider retaliation; Israel kills in Gaza
Israel has ordered its military to increase preparations for a possible attack on Iran. Tehran has warned that it will retaliate if it is attacked. These developments come as Israel kills people in Gaza.
Barcelona erupts in violence after general strike
Violence broke out in Barcelona following a general strike in Spain. Protesters set rubbish bins on fire during the unrest. They also threw fireworks at police officers.
Democrat Scott Colom wins closely watched US Senate race in Mississippi
Scott Colom won a closely monitored US Senate race in Mississippi. This victory is described as historic. It gives Democrats an eighth seat in the US Senate. The result follows the midterm election held last week.
Israeli strikes hit tent camp as five killed in Gaza
Israeli strikes hit a tent camp in Gaza, resulting in five deaths. The United Nations is appealing for urgent aid. These requests come as the enclave deals with heavy rains.
Iran designates Argentinian navy, air force as ‘terrorist organisations’
Iran has designated the navy and air force of Argentina as terrorist organisations. This decision follows a similar move by the government of Javier Milei several months ago. That government had designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organisation.
Judge rules Trump’s $10bn BBC defamation suit can proceed
A judge has ruled that a defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against the BBC can move forward. The suit involves a claim for 10 billion dollars. The BBC denies the defamation charges. Trump described the court decision as a huge victory.
Hormuz Strait will ‘never return’ to pre-war status, Iran’s Ghalibaf says
Iran's parliament speaker and top negotiator stated that the Hormuz Strait will not return to its status from before the war. He noted that Tehran is currently waiting for an official response from the United States regarding seven specific conditions.
Thousands march to mark Poland’s Independence Day
Thousands of people marched through the streets of Warsaw. This annual event marks Poland's Independence Day.
Hoax bomb threats target schools across Italy, UK and Ireland
Thousands of schools in Ireland, the UK, and Italy were targeted by hoax bomb threats. The threats were delivered via email.
Oil production nears pre-Iran war levels, OPEC says
OPEC reports that oil production is approaching levels seen before the Iran war. Saudi Arabia specifically noted that its oil output reached the highest levels in months. This increase occurred despite ongoing disruptions to shipping.
Gaza goalkeeper killed in Israeli attack
Palestinian footballer Mahmoud Abdel-Malek was killed during an Israeli strike. The Gaza goalkeeper died days after the Thousand Martyrs Cup.