Category: Black Activists

What is Disease X and how will pandemic preparations help the world?

WHO chief Tedros joined world leaders at the Davos summit to discuss strategies for the next potential pandemic. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/18/what-is-disease-x-and-how-will-pandemic-preparations-help-the-world?traffic_source=rss

Rohingya refugees in Indonesia still hope for a better future

On the beach and in a car park, Rohingya refugees are taking shelter wherever they can amid a hostile reception in Aceh. https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/26/photos-rohingya-refugees-in-indonesia-still-hope-for-a-better-future?traffic_source=rss

Jelena Begovic: Serbia’s tech rise in East vs West power struggle

Serbian minister of science explores how the country's growth in technology navigates the East-West rivalry. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/talk-to-al-jazeera/2024/1/6/jelena-begovic-serbias-tech-rise-in-east-vs-west-power-struggle?traffic_source=rss

Toppled statues, protests: Australia marks contentious national holiday

Thousands join marches in major cities amid growing debate over holiday once known for barbecues and beach trips. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/26/toppled-statues-protests-australia-marks-contentious-national-holiday?traffic_source=rss

Israeli forces kill two brothers along Gaza evacuation route

Two brothers were shot dead by Israeli snipers in front of their family on an evacuation route in Gaza. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/1/28/israeli-forces-kill-two-brothers-along-gaza-evacuation-route?traffic_source=rss

Confusion, speculation in Iran after twin blasts kill more than 80 people

Iranians mark day of mourning after bombings kill at least 84 people, leave more than 280 wounded. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/4/confusion-speculation-in-iran-after-twin-blasts-kill-more-than-80-people?traffic_source=rss

Alabama carries out first US execution by asphyxiation with nitrogen gas

Convicted murderer Kenneth Smith, who survived an earlier execution attempt by lethal injection, was killed on Thursday. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/26/alabama-carries-out-first-us-execution-by-asphyxiation-with-nitrogen-gas?traffic_source=rss

Poor quality control, race for profits behind Boeing’s troubles

Door plug blowing out on An Alaska Airline Boeing aircraft has brought the plane maker under scrutiny again. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/1/23/poor-quality-control-race-for-profits-behind-boeings-troubles?traffic_source=rss

North Korea says tested new type of cruise missile with nuclear capability

State news agency says Pulhwasal-3-31 cruise missile is still in its development phase. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/25/north-korea-says-tested-new-type-of-cruise-missile-with-nuclear-capability?traffic_source=rss

How an impasse in the South China Sea drove the Philippines, US closer

American troops are returning to the Philippines, in a policy that some fear may invite conflict with China. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/30/how-an-impasse-in-the-south-china-sea-drove-the-philippines-us-closer?traffic_source=rss

UEFA set to ‘lose power’ but will football’s Super League take off?

Will the league overcome its own challenges and successfully launch after a court ruling questioning UEFA's powers? https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/1/7/european-court-of-justice-super-league-football-uefa-fa-fifa-breakaway-league-future-of-club-football?traffic_source=rss

100 days of Israel’s relentless war on Gaza

Israel has bombed and attacked Gaza for 100 days straight, killing close to 24,000 people. Here are just some of them. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/1/14/100-days-of-israels-relentless-war-on-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Palestinians in Ukraine decry ‘double standard’ as Kyiv supports Israel

Ukraine has supported Israel throughout the latest conflict, upsetting Palestinians as war ravages Gaza. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/19/palestinians-in-ukraine-decry-double-standard-as-kyiv-supports-israel?traffic_source=rss

Aid for Israeli captives, Palestinians reaches Gaza despite challenges

Shipment of medical supplies, other aid set to be distributed as part of a deal brokered by Qatar and France. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/18/aid-for-israeli-captives-palestinians-reaches-gaza-despite-challenges?traffic_source=rss

US and UK launch strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen

Iran-aligned group calls attacks 'barbaric', says it will continue to target ships heading towards Israel. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/12/us-and-uk-launch-strikes-against-houthi-rebels-in-yemen?traffic_source=rss

Bangladesh elections mark a pro-China tipping point in South Asia

Beijing will celebrate a return of the Awami League the most. But Dhaka might struggle to cope. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/1/4/bangladesh-elections-mark-a-pro-china-tipping-point-in-south-asia?traffic_source=rss

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 104

Medical aid enters Gaza while deadly Israeli strikes continue on the south of the enclave. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/18/israels-war-on-gaza-list-of-key-events-day-104?traffic_source=rss

‘Blood for money’: The patients forced to turn to racketeers in Nigeria

Nigeria’s blood supply system is 'broken', pushing desperate patients and families to source dangerous alternatives. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/1/6/blood-for-money-nigerias-broken-blood-supply?traffic_source=rss

Have the Houthi Red Sea attacks hurt Israel’s economy?

Most of Israel's trade is through the Mediterranean. But longer-term risks to Israel's economy are growing, saw analysts https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/13/have-the-houthi-red-sea-attacks-hurt-israels-economy?traffic_source=rss

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 98

The US and UK have carried out retaliatory strikes against multiple Houthi sites in Yemen. Here is the latest: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/12/israels-war-on-gaza-list-of-key-events-day-98?traffic_source=rss

‘More mainstream’: In the UK, push for slavery reparations gains momentum

As PM Sunak refuses to engage, civil society is working harder than ever to remedy historic horrors. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/1/13/more-mainstream-in-the-uk-push-for-slavery-reparations-gains-momentum?traffic_source=rss

US federal workers risk livelihoods in push for course change on Gaza war

Government employees call a 'day of mourning' in latest sign of internal discontent over Biden administration policy. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/17/us-federal-workers-risk-livelihoods-in-push-for-course-change-on-gaza-war?traffic_source=rss

At least 15 dead in Papua New Guinea rioting and looting

China lodges 'solemn representations' after Chinese shops targeted and some citizens injured after day of chaos. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/11/at-least-15-dead-in-papua-new-guinea-rioting-and-looting?traffic_source=rss

Michigan Supreme Court keeps Donald Trump on 2024 primary ballot

US state's top court refuses to hear appeal seeking to keep the ex-president from appearing on primary ballot. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/27/michigan-supreme-court-keeps-donald-trump-on-2024-primary-ballot?traffic_source=rss

From a Palestinian in Gaza, thank you South Africa!

We will never forget how you stood by us when even our own brothers turned their backs on us in fear. https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/1/12/from-a-palestinian-in-gaza-thank-you-south-africa?traffic_source=rss

US diplomat Blinken meets Turkey’s Erdogan, kicking off Gaza diplomacy tour

The US secretary of state will also travel to Israel and the occupied West Bank, as the war in Gaza rages on. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/6/us-diplomat-blinken-meets-turkeys-erdogan-kicking-off-gaza-diplomacy-tour?traffic_source=rss

Bangladesh’s ongoing political crisis is ‘high risk’ for fragile economy

Experts attribute the current economic downfall to an oligarchy of political elites entrenched in Sheikh Hasina regime. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/11/15/bangladeshs-ongoing-political-crisis-is-high-risk-for-fragile-economy?traffic_source=rss

Why Bangladesh’s opposition is boycotting the election

Bangladesh's main opposition party is boycotting Sunday's election. https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/1/5/why-bangladeshs-opposition-is-boycotting-the-election?traffic_source=rss

What is Israel’s latest ‘day after’ plan for Gaza?

In a vision laid out for post-war Gaza, defence minister Gallant said an undefined Palestinian entity will take charge. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/5/what-is-israels-latest-day-after-plan-for-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 90

Israel's plan for Palestinian resettlement is condemned as the ICJ confirms public hearings. Here is the latest: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/4/israels-war-on-gaza-list-of-key-events-day-90?traffic_source=rss