Mapping Shireen Abu Akleh solidarity protests
Dozens of protests have taken place across the globe after Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Israeli forces on May 11.Demonstrators around the world…
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Forty-four drown after boat capsizes off Western Sahara: Charity
Twelve others survived when their boat sunk off the coast of Cape Boujdour, a migrant aid agency says.At least 44 migrants and refugees drowned when their boat capsized off the…
Climate change increases risk of new viruses emerging: Research
Likely hot spots include the Sahel, Ethiopian Highlands, Rift Valley, India, eastern China, Indonesia, and the Philippines.Climate change will drive animals towards cooler areas…
Measles cases surge worldwide, UN agencies warn
UNICEF and WHO say COVID-19 interrupted vital vaccination campaigns for many other diseases, creating a ‘perfect storm’.Measles cases have surged by nearly 80 percent worldwide…
Infographic: Would you run the North Pole Marathon?
The North Pole Marathon is one of the remotest races in the world – runners attempt to complete 26.2 miles (42.2km) in sub-zero temperatures.On April 13, the 17th annual North Pole…
Infographic: When is Ramadan 2022?
Muslims around the world will observe Ramadan and fast from sunrise until sundown for a month.The first day of fasting for the holy month of Ramadan is likely to be Saturday, April…
Algeria recalls Spain envoy over Western Sahara policy change
On Friday, Spain said it backed a 2007 proposal by Morocco to offer Western Sahara autonomy under its sovereignty.Algeria has recalled its ambassador from Madrid in protest at…