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The magnitude 7.8 and 7.6 quakes are classified as 'major' on the Richter scale. Al Jazeera explains what this means.

Millions of children and their families have been impacted by the devastating magnitude 7.8 earthquake.

Moscow is seeking to expand its influence in Africa as a diplomatic tug-of-war between global powers continues.

Instead of addressing the concerns of NHS workers and teachers, Britain is plundering talent from Zimbabwe.

Removal marks the second time Disney has dropped a Simpsons episode from its service in Hong Kong.

The HRCP report focuses on forced conversions, desecration of places of worship and marginalisation of Ahmadi community.

Yoweri Museveni's government has, over the years, been criticised by the opposition and activists for rights violations.

How Tunisia's last monarch was deposed by its first president - a power struggle remembered on Tunisian Republic Day.

Rescuers warn window is closing to find survivors under rubble as death toll passes 9,600.

The death toll has surpassed 9,000 people and could yet increase dramatically if worst fears of experts are realised.

Satellite images show the before and after of swaths of Turkey left in ruins by a series of devastating quakes.

Los Angeles Lakers star, in his 20th NBA season, passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's 39-year record of 38,387 points.

The government wants the country to exit bankruptcy by 2026, President Ranil Wickremesinghe tells Parliament.

Kim visited military officials with his daughter to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of North Korea's army.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 350th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Rights group says nearly 300 criminal cases filed against defendants who were children at the time of their arrests.

Biden addressed his legislative agenda for the coming year, including economic goals, China relations and police reform.

Police say the drugs - enough to supply New Zealand for 30 years- were probably destined for Australia.

Philippine president and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida are expected to sign an agreement allowing for closer security ties.

A series of Netflix Originals is helping cinema from Southeast Asia’s largest nation win global appreciation.

Health professionals concerned over misinformation in online mental health content.

US is carrying out an extensive operation to gather all the pieces of the device, which was shot down at the weekend.

Zoom, which became a household name during lockdowns with its video-conferencing tools, has seen growth slow down.

South American country is battling to contain dozens of active fires that have already killed at least 26 people.

Microsoft is staking its future on AI through billions of dollars of investment as it directly challenges Google.

People who are stuck in the province take refuge in shopping malls, stadiums, mosques and community centres.

Thousands of messages appeal for earthquake rescues with some people pulled from the debris after posting.

Moscow accused NATO of involvement in the war by supplying arms to Kyiv, warning supplies are 'legitimate targets'.

Strikes have been held across France to protest against proposals to raise the retirement age.

Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands say they will provide at least 100 of the weapons for Kyiv over the coming months.

South American nations to compete against joint bid by Spain, Portugal and Ukraine to host tournament in its 100th year.

Too often 'recovery efforts' and aid do not reach those who need them the most.

More than 50 million people are expected to place bets as Philadelphia Eagles battle Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday.

Rescuers in Turkey work in freezing temperatures to dig through remains of buildings flattened by magnitude 7.8 quake.

President Joe Biden will give speech to Congress outlining view on current state of the nation, priorities for future.

Turkey has been hit by more than 100 magnitude-4+ quakes since a deadly 7.8 quake struck on February 6.

David Carrick, 48, committed dozens of offences across two decades while serving in London's Metropolitan Police force.

Proposed settlement is focused on conflict avoidance rather than achieving lasting peace, analysts say.

The flow of critical UN aid to northwest Syria has been halted, as politics hampers assistance to government-held areas.

Pervez Musharraf, who backed the US invasion of Afghanistan, wasburied at a cemetery in Karachi with 'military honours'.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar is just 36 points away from surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as league's all-time top scorer.

Iran's army also announced a new air-fired missile that it said could penetrate enemy defences at long range.

Harrowing moments caught on camera provide a glimpse into the scale of the destruction and horror caused by the quakes.

Turkish president announces measure to ensure rescue and recovery work is 'carried out quickly'.

This is putting many children - especially among the poor - at a serious disadvantage.

Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria's former vice president, is promising hope and restoration if he becomes president. Can he win?

The earthquakes have destroyed or scarred ancient mosques and castles that previously withstood wars and disasters.

Months-old protest becomes 'fight for survival' as mainly marginalised residents of eight villages resist gov't's move.

Ghanaian ex-Newcastle Utd winger, who plays for Turkish club Hatayspor, found alive and taken to hospital with injuries.