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New research highlights the scale of plastic pollution and its effects in the most remote region of the world.

People with disabilities in Africa's largest democracy say they want to exercise their right to vote or be voted for.

On World Ocean Day, we look at eight marine species that face an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

Blatter and Platini are being tried for a suspected fraudulent payment made in 2011 and face up to five years in jail.

A recent report notes that access to justice is limited for Dalit women, especially in rural areas.

ElShorbagy’s shock decision to play squash for England has led to criticism in Egypt, his home country.

Top US diplomat said facts regarding killing of Al Jazeera journalist not yet 'established' despite several probes.

A look at why some people report pleasant smells as rancid and how mint and garlic could help retrain noses.

A Libyan pharmacologist treating HIV patients in South Africa and a Tunisian scientist purifying water in Malaysia.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 105th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Reports suggest that the train collided with an excavator near the desert city of Tabas.

Verbal instructions given to officials to be 'extremely cautious' on religious matters in TV debates, reports say.

McConaughey, who was born in Uvalde, calls for 'responsible' gun ownership after mass shooting at town's primary school.

Aeroflot also plans to order 300 planes from a state-owned firm after Airbus, Boeing halted supplies due to sanctions.

If death sentences against the two political opponents of the coup are carried out they will be the first since 1988.

Non-fungible tokens are changing the way digital art is sold and valued.

In first interview since stepping down in December, Merkel stresses Russia trade ties, and importance of diplomacy.

Malaysian law does not recognise refugees so many are forced to work informally to support themselves.

The bill says any person who receives financial or any kind of support from abroad can be designated a 'foreign agent'.

The conservative-majority court has 30 cases to decide including on abortion and gun rights.

Ukraine has said it is working for the surrendered Mariupol fighters to be returned in a prisoner exchange.

Arnulfo Reyes, who lost 11 of his students as law enforcement stood by outside his classroom, calls for new gun laws.

Dom Phillips and Bruno Araujo Pereira were last seen early on Sunday in a remote and lawless part of the Amazon jungle.

Independent commission set up by UN says Israel needs to end occupation, cease violating Palestinians' human rights.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February halted Kyiv's Black Sea grain exports, threatening a global food crisis.

After surviving vote of confidence, the UK prime minister says it's time to move on from questions about his leadership.

Andrew Brown Jr was shot and killed by US police last year as he drove away from police during a raid on his home.

US Justice Department says more than '100 women and young girls' received military training from Allison Fluke-Ekren.

Bodies of some Ukrainian fighters who defended Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol handed over to Kyiv, families say.

Russia's foreign ministry says Tokyo failed to make payments under deal giving Japan fishing rights near Kuril islands.

The statement is an unusual admission of blame by the army, which has been accused of numerous rights abuses.

The move formalised the broken ties between Russia and the Council of Europe, of which the ECHR is a part.

SA politicians have been reacting to the arrest of the Guptas, who are enmeshed in a longrunning corruption scandal.

California, Iowa, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota hold primaries Tuesday.

A constitutional crisis was averted on Monday - but politically, the result was the worst possible for the current PM.

WTO has lost the trust of the people - all governments must keep agricultural matters out of free trade agreements.

Plan announced by Vice President Harris comes amid boycott of Americas summit by leaders of Central America and Mexico.

Despite massive AIPAC spending in Democratic primaries, advocates say debate over US support for Israel not going away.

KFC says change is due to a lettuce shortage after floods destroyed crops in New South Wales and Queensland.

Reports state that Russia and Syrian government forces have bolstered their presence in northern Syria.

Iranian official tells Al Jazeera the world's atomic watchdog and its director are acting under political pressure.

A 28-year-old mother recounts her harrowing ordeal in Mariupol, where she was surrounded by death and destruction.

Assessment by SIGAR watchdog says Ghani may have taken $500,000 while tens of millions of dollars disappeared.

Move means most mobile phones, tablets and cameras will be required to have a USB Type-C charging port from late 2024.

UN to make worldwide public appeal for funds and has pledged $48m for food, agriculture and health, says Wickremesinghe.

Exhibition space for documenta 15 art festival vandalised, as threats to Palestinian artists in Germany escalate.

Lebanon's deteriorating economy is pushing people to risk their lives sailing to Europe for a better life.

The ruling ends an eight-week legal battle over the $300m Amadea yacht, allegedly owned by Suleiman Kerimov.

Beijing says Australia military aircraft in the South China Sea region threaten its sovereignty and security.

Value of digital currencies including Bitcoin have fallen sharply from 2021 peaks.