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US actor Jerry Seinfeld is facing backlash after saying Palestine doesn't exist'.

Trump says a deal with Iran could be signed in Europe over the weekend. Tehran cautions against speculation.

'Great Israeli Real Estate Event' promotes the sale of stolen Palestinian land in settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Hockney is considered an influential and defining figure in 20th and 21st century contemporary painting.

Thailand is mourning Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest child and potential heir, who died at 47.

The struggle over military service is stoking protests, threatening Israel's coalition and reshaping political debate.

The attacks come as Iranian media reports that a draft peace deal with the US would include ending the war in Lebanon.

Families of victims still await a final report about the Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad last year.

Despite the collapse of European fighter jet venture, there is optimism about the future of Europe's strategic autonomy.

President Tinubu takes victorious tone despite recent mass kidnappings by armed groups across the country.

Crowds exploiting a knife attack are inflicting terror on Northern Ireland's ethnic minority communities.

New Zealand's most prolific run-scorer and arguably greatest-ever batsman announces immediate retirement.

Powerful Shia leader Muqtada al-Sadr among those who say their groups will integrate into the state.

The wife and family of an Indian sailor killed in a US strike on a tanker off Oman this week have gathered in mourning.

A chain of sexual violence that Britain built, France refined and Israel inherited is being used against Palestinians.

FIFA World Cup cohosts United States begin their campaign against Paraguay, with Donald Trump's attendance in doubt.

Israeli zone extends into Lebanon's maritime territory, raising fears that it could become a long-term 'resource grab'.

What's it like supporting your team in a World Cup hosted by a country that's at war with yours?

Beijing's Foreign Ministry confirms US reports about detention of scholar focusing on politics of neighbouring Myanmar.

On World Day Against Child Labour, Al Jazeera takes a look at the latest numbers on child labour worldwide.

From criticism over water breaks to red cards galore, here's all the buzz from the opening day of the World Cup.

A lottery visa that turned into a death warrant. A grieving father fighting deportation, as relatives await reparation.

SpaceX's record-breaking IPO catapults Musk to unprecedented wealth amid rising angst over global inequality.

Protesters and police clashed outside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium just before the FIFA World Cup's opening match.

The American pope's message underlines the rift between his Catholicism and that of Spain's far right.

After their war last May, India and Pakistan reached a truce. But deaths continued on the world's highest battlefield.

North America's two other cohosts take centre stage on Friday as Canada and the US begin their FIFA World Cup campaigns.

The princess, who was known for her legal work, died in a Bangkok hospital after years of illness.

Trump cancels planned Iran attacks, saying talks are close to a result as Tehran reviews a proposed US deal.

Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.

Police officers in Peru dressed up as 2026 World Cup mascots as they targeted a suspected drug trafficker.

Iran says a proposed agreement is under review by its highest leadership and could be closer than ever before.

Seoul court sentences former leader for sending military drones into North Korea.

Amnesty International and Oxfam released reports this week documenting a rise in state-backed Israeli settler violence.

As Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to face Canada in their 2026 World Cup opener, all eyes will be on Esmir Bajraktarevic

White House officials previewed the grounds where they'll host a cage match to celebrate US President Trump's birthday.

Wall Street and Asian markets rally on hopes for an end to the US-Israel war on Iran.

Iran's World Cup captain says he's heard Mexican cartels love Iranians and revealed his own brush with an armed group.

Africa's rapid population growth offers major economic opportunities but also deep structural constraints.

Videos shared by Palestinian activists show powerful Israeli airstrikes across Gaza Strip overnight.

DRC squad arrived on a flight from Paris after US authorities insisted they serve a 21-day quarantine period elsewhere.

Midfielder and captain quits after failing to recover from foot injury ahead of Japan's game against the Netherlands.

The International Rescue Committee warns that people displaced by Israeli attacks in Lebanon are at 'breaking point'.

Mexico's two goal scorers were overcome with emotion as they took their team to a win in the World Cup's opening game.

US President Donald Trump claims Washington and Tehran have reached a great settlement' and are finalising documents

SpaceX's IPO could challenge pension funds as concerns grow over its valuation and governance structure under Musk.

Group of lawmakers call on Trump administration to facilitate medical evacuations out of Gaza amid dearth of services.

Murder of Melissa and Mark Hortman by man disguised as police officer prompted concerns about political violence in US.

World Cup 2026 cohosts Mexico open the tournament with 2-0 win against South Africa, who were reduced to nine men.

Jubilant football fans at Mexico City's Zocalo Square are ready for the World Cup Opener at the city's centre.