Sen. Susan Collins is facing a major challenge in Maine
by Sara Gideon, who is favored to win the Democratic primary on Tuesday, is drawing support from Maine’s 10,000-15,000 Jews and from national political Jewish organizations.
Protests against public corruption outside PM’s residence, roads blocked
Protesters chanted: “This is not an emergency government for combating coronavirus, but a corrupted government for combating its citizens.”
‘Living hell’: Brazil capital a COVID-19 hotspot after reopening
Under pressure from Jair Bolsonaro, mayors and governors are loosening restrictions even as confirmed infections spike.
New Zealand: Trapped in the Volcano
We investigate how a luxury cruise turned into a deadly nightmare when a volcano erupted on New Zealand’s White Island.
Jewish group slams Polish public TV for ‘hateful’ role in election race
“What’s wrong with Polish public TV?… Yesterday it again warned against ‘satisfying Jewish demands’. Is that b/c you assume this hateful campaign would speak to …
WHO virus investigation: Agency to trace COVID-19 origin in China
China’s leaders deny any cover-up and are unlikely to take responsibility for the spread of the pandemic.
Argentinians protest in Buenos Aires against government decisions
Argentina is struggling with recession and inflation and is negotiating with creditors to restructure its foreign debt.
Talks to ease Serbia-Kosovo tensions to resume in Brussels
On Sunday, the EU will mediate the first high-level meeting between the two sides since November 2018.
Turkey court revokes Hagia Sophia’s museum status
Turkish high court ruling paves way for Istanbul’s 6th century Hagia Sophia to be reconverted into mosque.
Brazil Amazon deforestation up in June, set for worst year in past decade
If there is another increase in deforestation in July, Brazil is headed for annual deforestation of more than 15,000 square kilometers, or an area larger …
Hundreds gather for funeral of Palestinian shot by Israeli troops
A spokesperson for the IDF said troops opened fire after the Palestinian and another man started throwing fire bombs at a guard post near the …
Pfizer, BioNTech say vaccine expected to be ready for approval by December
If it receives marketing approval, the companies are preparing to make up to 100 million doses by the end of 2020 and another 1.2 billion …
Absorption Ministry: Aliyah organization can’t afford immigration influx
The warning came during a talk discussing budget cuts of Nativ, an independent administrative unit in the Prime Minister’s Office that is in charge of …
Former college footballer makes life-saving catch to rescue boy from fire
The three-year-old was plummeting to the ground when Philip Blanks dived in to catch him.
French President Macron urges Netanyahu not to proceed with annexation
Macron warned that it would violate international law and threaten-long term peace efforts.
China to hit back against US sanctions over Uighur rights
US action was ‘deeply detrimental’ to bilateral relations, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said.
DRC: 3 killed in protests against election chief nomination
Two protesters and one police officer die as demonstrations in several key cities turn violent.
Poland’s presidential hopefuls make final push before runoff vote
Incumbent President Andrzej Duda faces Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski in the closely contested race for the top job.
Exclusive: Facebook used extensively to spread neo-Nazi music
An Al Jazeera investigation identified some 120 pages belonging to bands with openly white supremacist and racist views.
Man executed for drinking alcohol is one of 123 executions in Iran in 2020
104 people were executed for premeditated murder, including two who were minors at the time of their arrest.
How a Syrian Bulgarian wrestler became a ‘terror’ suspect
Bulgarian authorities accuse Mohammed Abdulqader of fighting in Syria based on photos. His family says he is innocent.
US Supreme Court defied Trump at key moments in blockbuster term
The court ended its nine-month term on Thursday by rejecting Trump’s sweeping assertions of presidential immunity.
US senators press Trump over detention of Saudi ex-spy’s children
Saad al-Jabri’s children Sarah and Omar have been detained by the Saudi government since March.
France’s Macron asks Israel to drop West Bank annexation plans
Macron tells Netanyahu in a phone call the annexation of the Palestinian territory will contravene international law.
World Jewish solidarity isn’t a meaningless slogan – we truly care
Our concern and love for every Jew, wherever they may be, is an unconditional love independent of anything else.
Thou shall not erase me
For too long, we have remembered alone when it should have been an obligation for everyone to remember in common.
Fifteen centuries, two faiths and a contested fate for Hagia Sophia
Here are the key facts of Hagia Sophia’s history and the campaign to change its status.
Third intifada will closely follow annexation, top PA official warns
Asked by the interviewer whether there was the possibility of a third intifada, Shaath replied: “Absolutely.”
Survivors recount Bosnia’s Srebrenica genocide, 25 years on
Bosnia marks the 25th anniversary of a genocide committed by Serb forces in Srebrenica where thousands perished.
Shock, uncertainty as I Coast begins mourning for PM Coulibaly
Eight days of national mourning declared in Ivory Coast amid questions over governing party’s candidate in October vote.
Cigarettes sales to be phased out by Philip Morris Int within 15 years
The cigarette manufacturer has recently gained FDA approval to market its IQOS tobacco heating device.
Watch: Two Border Police officers injured in clashes with Israeli settlers
Border Police arrived in the area to evacuate 30 settlers attempting to build an illegal structure.
New US visa rule leaves Indian, Chinese students in panic
Hundreds of thousands of students fear for their future as their career plan upended and burdened by unpaid debts.
Hong Kong police arrest seven over stabbing of police officer
Police arrest five men and two women for ‘assisting’ a man suspected of stabbing a police officer during July 1 protest.
Duterte’s Congress allies back order to shut Philippines ABS-CBN
Shutdown deprives millions of Filipinos access to information while thousands of employees are expected to lose jobs.
Which American demographics support police reform, and how?
A survery found that while two thirds (66%) of Americans support an opportunity to hold police legally accountable for their actions.
India police kill gangster after he ‘tried to flee custody’
Vikas Dubey, who was accused in killing of eight policemen last week, was killed in exchange of fire in northern India.
Australia limits citizens’ return as Victoria cases reach record
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says only 4,000 Australians will be allowed in each week and they must pay for quarantine.
US sanctions highest ranking Chinese official yet over Uighur rights
Washington blacklisted Xinjiang region’s Communist Party Secretary Chen Quanguo, a member of China’s powerful Politburo, and three other officials.
Kim Jong Un’s sister: US summit unlikely but ‘surprise may still happen’
Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korea’s leader, came a day after the US point man for North Korea, Deputy Secretary of State Stephen …
Al Jazeera journalists questioned over Malaysia documentary
Team arrived at Malaysia police headquarters on Friday and are being accused of offences including sedition.
TAU finds that bats navigate in the same manner as humans, using landmarks
What they found is that bats, like humans, build a visual cognitive map of their surroundings, using landmarks as navigational points.
Roy Moore’s lawsuit against Sacha Baron Cohen can proceed, judge rules
The suit alleges defamation and emotional distress, and asks for $95 million in punitive and compensatory damages.
Ben Platt shares how he came out as gay during Israel trip
As Platt explains, he realized he was gay when he was 12, but hadn’t felt it necessary to tell anyone.
In ‘The Tobacconist,’ a young Austrian befriends Freud during WWII
The German-language film with English subtitles will be released July 10 via Kino Lorber, which shares revenue with local theaters.
Washington police officer to remove tattoo resembling insignia of Nazi SS
The tattoo bears the name of his fellow sniper Claudio Patino IV, “who was killed by my side” in Afghanistan in 2010.
Singaporeans vote in snap election under coronavirus cloud
Queues formed early outside polling stations with strict conditions enforced to curb the risks from coronavirus.
Israeli company launches fire, malfunction alert apps
TeleFire, which has been a leader in the field of fire detection in Israel for over 40 years, offers a wide array of products relating …
Live: Mexico, South Africa post record rise in coronavirus cases
Highest single-day jump in infections in Mexico and South Africa as Singaporeans head to polls under COVID-19 cloud.
Yemen fishermen ensnared in diplomatic spat
Disagreements over Red Sea islands and fishing rights once thought to have been settled with Eritrea flare anew
Tahini company under fire for supporting LGBTQ+ hotline
The announcement has caused some controversy among store owners, as some called for a boycott against the brand, while others have come out voicing support …
Left-wing activists graffitied Supreme Court president’s home, arrested
Three left-wing activists were allegedly arrested after being caught spraying the words, “Hayut you ruined Zionism, the High Court demolished south Tel Aviv” on the …
Explosions, power outages reported near Tehran
Al-Arabiya reported that the explosions occurred in missile depots belonging to the IRGC southwest of Tehran.
Removed US prosecutor says Trump official pressed him to resign
US attorney in New York had been investigating lawyer Rudy Giuliani and associates in an alleged campaign scheme.
Beijing offers Egypt, other African nations first use of future vaccine
French physicians ignite debate on whether testing coronavirus treatments in Africa is racist exploitation or necessary research
Trump Tower gold doorstep reflects Black Lives Matter mural
The Black Lives Matter movement gained momentum after George Floyd died in police custody in Minneapolis on May 25 after a white officer knelt on …
New York report finds 25 wrongful convictions, most Black men
First-time US district attorney report shows poor police, legal practices cost 25 men 426 combined years in prison.
Palestinians receiving citizenship abroad are empowered – analysts
Tunis extends nationality to 34 Palestinians; experts say it will help in struggle for right of return and self-determination
Iran sought illegal goods for nuke program – German federal intel
Officials claim no violation of Iran deal • Questions abound