The 1930s 2.0 & the collapse of American soft power
In this episode of Centre Stage, political philosopher and historian Roy Casagranda delivers a sharp analysis of the US.
Trump, Venezuela and the new cold war with China
The US and Venezuela are edging towards war, but is this about Trump’s war on drugs or sending a message to China?
Japan denies report Trump told PM Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan
News Japan denies report Trump told PM Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan Takaichi’s suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked has enraged…
Washington, DC, shooting: Does US view 77,000 Afghans as potential threats?
EXPLAINER Washington, DC, shooting: Does US view 77,000 Afghans as potential threats? FBI Director Kash Patel speaks at a news conference with District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser after the…
Hong Kong fire that killed dozens ‘under control’; hundreds still missing
Hong Kong fire that killed dozens ‘under control’; hundreds still missing Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises. Secondary…
Can Trump ban South Africa from 2026 G20 summit, as he says he will?
EXPLAINER Can Trump ban South Africa from 2026 G20 summit, as he says he will? US President Donald Trump reiterated unfounded claims of ‘human rights abuses’ of Afrikaners in South…
Four journalists on trial over Istanbul protest coverage acquitted
Four journalists on trial over Istanbul protest coverage acquitted Photographer Yasin Akgul says he will continue on his path ‘with even more reporting’ following his acquittal. People attend a rally…
Settlers are “sponsored and funded by the Israeli ministries”
Walid Habbas on how Israeli ministries are funding settler activity in the occupied West Bank.
What’s happening in Lebanon, a year into the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire?
Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr explains what’s going on in Lebanon, a year after the Israel–Hezbollah ceasefire was agreed.
Australia’s move “banning all kids from social media is a drastic step”
“Other countries will look at the Australian experience to see whether or not it’s successful.”