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15 Killed, 80 Injured In Suicide Bombing At Shrine In Islamabad

At least 5 people were killed and many were injured after a suicide bomber detonated himself inside a shrine in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad. The explosion occurred at Tarlai Imambargah, situated in the Shehzad Town area of the city.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:43
Pakistan, Fed Up With Manhole Cover Thefts, Announces Big Fine And Jail

In cash-strapped Pakistan, the punishment for the theft of a manhole cover could be 10 years in prison and a fine of up to 50 lakh Pakistani rupees.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:41
Trump Aide's Jet Used By ICE To Deport Palestinians To West Bank: Report

A private jet owned by a close associate of US President Donald Trump was used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to deport Palestinian detainees to the West Bank, according to an investigation by The Guardian.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:04
Bangladesh Election 2026: The Rise And Fall Of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League

Bangladesh Election 2026: Bangladesh is set to vote in its general elections on February 12, its first since the ouster of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:48
Clashes Outside Muhammad Yunus' House In Dhaka Ahead Of Bangladesh Polls

Violent clashes erupted in the heart of Bangladesh capital Dhaka Friday as government employees demanding implementation of the Ninth National Pay Scale confronted police outside Jamuna, the official residence of Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:43
In Wargame Simulation, Russia Invades A European Country. Then This Happens

European governments are stepping up military planning amid rising fears that Russia may move against NATO or European Union countries sooner than expected. Europe may not be fully prepared to respond to such a threat, a recent wargame has revealed.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:19
Top Russian Military Intelligence Officer Riddled With Bullets In Moscow

A high-profile general in Russia's military was reportedly wounded after being shot several times in Moscow.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:16
Newly Discovered Comet May Become Visible In Daylight This April

A newly discovered comet has astronomers excited, with the potential to be a spectacular sight in early April. C/2026 A1 (MAPS) was spotted by a team of four amateur astronomers with a remotely operated telescope in the Atacama desert on January 13.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:11
UK Woman Left In Diabetic Coma After Using Fake Ozempic Bought On Facebook

A UK woman narrowly survived after using a counterfeit Ozempic pen bought on Facebook, prompting warnings over fake weight loss drugs and online scams.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:11
Cook Kills Himself By Plunging Head Into Hot Deep Fryer At Olive Garden Restaurant

A Pennsylvania Olive Garden employee died from severe burn injuries after jumping into a deep fryer in a suicide attempt.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:02
Amazon To Invest $200 Billion In AI After Washington Post Announces Layoffs

Amazon will spend $200 billion in 2026, over 50 per cent higher than last year, ramping up investment in artificial intelligence and robotics, the tech giant said.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:55
Bangladesh Election 2026: All About Bangladesh Nationalist Party And How It Was Founded

The BNP was founded by former Bangladesh President Ziaur Rahman on September 1, 1978. The party's ideology is rooted in 'Bangladeshi Nationalism,' recognising the right of people from all walks of life, irrespective of their ethnicity, gender or race

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:23
No START To Check US-Russia Nuclear Arms Race. What It Means For India

It is 85 seconds to midnight on the Doomsday Clock in Chicago and, amid multiple conflicts in West Asia and in Ukraine, humanity has never before been so close to nuclear war, and the US-Russia nuclear arms control treaty, New START, has ended.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:20
Why Jamaat-e-Islami Remains Bangladesh's Most Controversial Party

Bangladesh is preparing for a historic general election on February 12, and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), a hardline Islamist party, is back in the spotlight. Once banned and politically weak, the party is now emerging as a strong contender.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:11
'Cyber-Terrorism Laws Weaponised': UN Experts Slam Pakistan Over Jailing of Lawyers

United Nations human rights experts have sounded the alarm over what they describe as a deeply troubling assault on the rule of law in Pakistan.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:11
'Should Go to Heaven': Trump Praises Own Record On Religious Issues

US President Donald Trump believes he has a chance of going to heaven, in contrast with his past remarks where he appeared unsure about the same.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:05
Explained: What Is Claude Opus 4.6, Anthropic's New AI Model

Anthropic has launched Claude Opus 4.6, its most advanced artificial intelligence model. The company says the model is better at coding, can handle longer and more complex tasks, and produces more professional work outputs.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:05
89 Indians On US' 'Worst Of The Worst' Criminal List Amid Trump's Immigration Crackdown

As many as 89 people of Indian origin are on the US list of "Worst of the Worst" criminals. The database, launched by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), lists around 25,000 "criminal illegal aliens."

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:04
"Leave Iran Now": US' Urgent Warning To Americans Amid Trump's Attack Threat

Amid rising tension between Washington and Tehran, the United States has warned its citizens in Iran to "immediately" leave the West Asian country.

Published on: 06.02.2026 06:34
Is Anthropic's AI Tool A Threat To Software Companies? Experts Weigh In

In Cowork, once you give Claude access to a folder on your computer, it can read, edit, or create files.

Published on: 06.02.2026 06:25

News from Arabic Countries

Israel kills two in northern Gaza as Rafah crossing sees little movement

Israeli forces also target Khan Younis home in south as Palestinians trickle across Rafah border in either direction.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:53
Just how ‘excellent’ was Trump and Xi Jinping’s phone call, really?

US president raved about his 'extremely good' personal relationship with the Chinese leader, but Xi was more muted.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:30
What are Iranians saying about the threat of war?

Al Jazeera asked people in Iran’s capital about the threat of a US attack and how hopeful they are about talks.

Published on: 06.02.2026 10:22
At least 24 killed, over 100 wounded in Islamabad mosque blast

Rescue teams reach the site after blast at Shia mosque in Pakistani capital's Tarlai Kalan area during Friday prayers.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:29
NBA roundup: Lakers stop 76ers despite Luka Doncic’s injury exit

Lakers beat 76ers 119-115 in NBA, as Spurs, Wizards, Raptors, Hornets, Magic, Hawks and Warriors also record victories.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:17
Senior Russian officer shot in Moscow in apparent assassination attempt

An unidentified individual has shot Lieutenant General Alekseyev before fleeing the scene, authorities say.

Published on: 06.02.2026 09:16
Settler violence stokes peak West Bank displacement since October 2023: UN

January's data is particularly high after removal of an entire herding community in the Jordan Valley, OCHA says.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:58
‘Magical atmosphere’: Kite fever lights up Lahore as Basant boosts economy

Spring festival comeback injects millions of dollars into local economy as businesses cash in on Basant frenzy.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:57
Mexico’s tariffs on India are a double whammy after US tariffs

The steep hikes by Mexico have devastated several Indian industries already reeling under crushing US tariffs.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:44
Armed militia members are serving as Israeli agents in Gaza: Investigation

Al Jazeera documentary identifies Gaza armed groups working with Israeli forces.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:34
Law and order is key issue in Bangladesh election

Law and order is a key issue ahead of the general election in Bangladesh.

Published on: 06.02.2026 08:32
New Zealand deputy PM heckled day after saying colonisation good for Maori

PM calls for civil debate as government faces backlash over efforts to roll back policies to support Maori community.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:47
Super Bowl 2026: Patriots vs Seahawks – Start time, halftime show, players

Two of the NFL's most famous teams, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, face off in Super Bowl LX.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:29
Hong Kong to sentence media mogul Jimmy Lai on national security conviction

Lai's case has been condemned internationally by free speech advocates, human rights groups and global leaders.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:20
Demonstrators arrested over ICE protest at Columbia University

US police arrested 12 anti-ICE protesters at Columbia University in New York.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:15
Gold fluctuations baffle Lebanese jewellers, gold market

Al Jazeera hit the streets of Beirut to talk to people who work with gold about the recent fluctuations.

Published on: 06.02.2026 07:03
Iran foreign minister arrives in Oman for talks with US

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Oman for talks with US officials after weeks of escalating tension

Published on: 06.02.2026 06:55
‘It matters’: Can Bangladeshi voters in Britain impact country’s election?

For the first time, Bangladeshis abroad can vote. That's exciting many. But others can't vote — or won't.

Published on: 06.02.2026 06:12
Thailand election 2026: What are the main parties? What do polls suggest?

Sunday's vote is seen as a test of whether Thailand's cycle of coups, protests and court interventions can be broken.

Published on: 06.02.2026 05:13
Norway police investigate former PM Jagland over Epstein ties

World Economic Forum says it is reviewing the dealings of its CEO, Borge Brende, with the late sex offender.

Published on: 06.02.2026 05:07
Elderly Palestinians determined to stay in Gaza despite terrible conditions

Chronic displacement and trauma burden Gaza's elderly, but they cling to their homeland as an act of defiance.

Published on: 06.02.2026 05:03
Trump’s ‘maximalist demands’ for Iran put talks in Oman on uncertain ground

Analysts say Trump's unclear strategy risks derailing US-Iran talks amid military posturing and protests across Iran.

Published on: 06.02.2026 04:55
US-Iran talks live: Indirect negotiations in Oman in push to prevent war

US and Iranian officials are holding Omani-mediated talks in Muscat amid escalating tensions.

Published on: 06.02.2026 04:00
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,443

These are the key developments from day 1,443 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 06.02.2026 03:46
US military kills two people in latest attack on vessel in the Pacific

US says two people were killed in strike on a vessel in the Pacific Ocean, continuing a campaign denounced as illegal.

Published on: 06.02.2026 03:30