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New York Police Arrest Man After Officers Were Pelted During Snowball Fight

A social media content creator was arrested Thursday after New York City police said he was one of a number of people who pelted officers with snow and ice during a massive snowball fight in Washington Square Park this week.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:25
Violence Against Women 'A Global Emergency': United Nations

The UN rights chief on Friday decried mounting threats to women's rights worldwide, highlighting rampant femicide and horrific abuse exposed in cases like that of US sex offender Jefferey Epstein.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:17
US Sympathies Shift To Palestinians From Israelis For First Time, Poll Finds

Americans for the first time sympathize more with Palestinians than Israelis in their conflict, according to a Gallup poll released Friday, after the devastating Gaza war.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:15
Trump Administration Is Detaining, Questioning Refugees Already Admitted To The US

Overturning years of precedent, immigration authorities have arrested or questioned dozens of refugees in Minnesota, attorneys and advocates say, with more detentions likely to come nationwide.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:12
US Military Used Laser To Take Down Border Protection Drone, Lawmakers Say

The U.S. military used a laser Thursday to shoot down a "seemingly threatening" drone flying near the U.S.-Mexico border. It turned out the drone belonged to Customs and Border Protection, lawmakers said.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:08
Dancing Robots Bring Support, Company To Barcelona Elderly

Barcelona resident Irene Veglison had not danced for more than two decades until a robot moved into her home three months ago.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:03
Meet Nikesh Arora, US Billionaire Hosting Daughter's Grand Wedding In Jodhpur

Indian-origin billionaire Nikesh Arora's daughter Ayesha is set to marry Jack Hughes in a four-day celebration in Rajasthan's Jodhpur. The wedding will be held at the Umaid Bhawan Palace on Saturday.

Published on: 27.02.2026 13:01
China Calls For Afghanistan, Pakistan To Show Restraint, Reach Ceasefire

China on Friday called on Pakistan and Afghanistan to work out a ceasefire while expressing concern over the escalation of the conflict between the two countries.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:51
Video: Stunning Mid-Air Strike As Ukrainian M134 Tracers Light Up The Night

A Ukrainian An-28 door gunner shot down a Russian Shahed attack drone with an M134 minigun in a dramatic mid-air strike, newly released footage shows.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:25
Taliban Readies 'Suicide Squad' After Pakistan Bombs Afghan Cities

Pakistani forces bombed Taliban government targets in Afghanistan's major cities, with Islamabad calling the conflict an "open war."

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:12
'Resist The Temptation': Pope Leo Urges Priests Not To Use AI To Write Sermons

Pope Leo stressed that a true homily is more than an intellectual exercise, saying it should come from personal belief and lived faith.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:12
Opinion: Opinion | The Hypocrisy Of Pakistan And Turkey's Frustration With India-Israel Ties

Even before the conclusion of PM Modi's visit, editorials and op-eds appeared in Pakistani and Turkish media, indulging in fear-mongering about India and Israel's deepening ties.

Published on: 27.02.2026 11:48
'Leave Israel Today': US Envoy's Message To Staff Amid Iran Tension

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee told embassy staff on Friday that if they want to leave Israel, they should do it "today".

Published on: 27.02.2026 11:42
Bangladesh Invites Indian Choir For Concert As Dhaka Seeks To Reset Ties

As New Delhi and Dhaka look to reset ties under the new Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government, Bangladesh's envoy to India has proposed a cultural bridge between the two nations.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:56
Will The Fight To Succeed 'El Mencho' Spark New Wave Of Violence In Mexico?

The killing of Nemesio Oseguera, also known as "El Mencho," constituted a victory for the government of President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:39
US Teen Sets World Record With Eiffel Tower Replica Made From Toothpicks

Through dedication, proper planning and creative thinking, the teenager built a record-breaking toothpick tower, reflecting his deep passion for engineering.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:37
US Man Killed By Cuban Cops On Speedboat Wanted To "Liberate" Communist Island

Cuba vowed to defend itself against 'terrorist and mercenary' attacks after the fatal exchange of fire with the Florida-registered boat.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:35
Pakistan-Afghanistan Clashes LIVE: Inside Taliban's 'Suicide Squad' After Pakistan's 'Open War' Claim

Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions LIVE Updates: Pakistan bombed Afghanistan's cities, including Kabul and Kandahar, after Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border troops.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:33
For 1st Time Since 1929, More Americans Left US Than New Residents Moved In

For the first time since the Great Depression, more Americans left the country than new residents moved in last year. The US, long known as the land of immigration, is seeing the opposite in its 250th year.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:18
Forced To Quit Over Epstein Ties, How Joichi Ito Rebuilt His Career In Japan

He once held top positions at some of America's most prestigious institutions. Forced to resign over his close ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Joichi Ito has now quietly rebuilt his professional life in Japan.

Published on: 27.02.2026 07:30

News from Arabic Countries

‘Like it’s 2024 again’: Trump takes centre stage in 2026 midterm elections

With control of Congress in the balance, officials say the president plans to campaign as if he were 'on the ballot'.

Published on: 27.02.2026 15:50
Is the US negotiating with Iran or preparing to strike?

Iran and the US begin new nuclear talks as Washington builds up forces in the region.

Published on: 27.02.2026 15:48
Smear Campaigns Against Gaza’s Doctors

Al Jazeera’s Yasmeen Aboujabal looks at how smear campaigns are being used to discredit Palestinian health workers.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:52
100,000 pray at Al-Aqsa amid Israeli restrictions on 2nd Friday of Ramadan

Thousands of worshippers attend prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with others turned away despite carrying required permits.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:39
Israeli settlers violently attack foreign ‘solidarity activists’

Israeli settlers attacked a 71-year-old foreign woman and 51-year-old foreign man in the occupied West Bank.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:26
Second US drone laser incident this month prompts Texas airspace closure

Lawmakers criticise mismanagement after El Paso airspace closure following military's anti-drone laser deployment.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:26
Azov’s hiring spree: Controversial Ukrainian brigade competes for recruits

As the Ukrainian army's conscription crisis grows, individual military units are targeting potential fighters.

Published on: 27.02.2026 14:07
‘Index of Repression:’ documents 964 anti-Palestinian cases in the UK

The European Legal Support Center says it’s verified nearly a thousand cases of “anti-Palestinian repression” in the UK.

Published on: 27.02.2026 13:52
What we know about clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan

Clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border have escalated to strikes on Kabul and other cities.

Published on: 27.02.2026 13:32
Has India’s influence in Afghanistan grown under the Taliban?

Pakistan has accused Afghanistan of becoming 'a colony of India' but India's relations with Kabul predate the Taliban.

Published on: 27.02.2026 13:15
Air attacks on Kabul push Pakistan-Taliban crisis into uncharted territory

Analysts warn escalation may embolden armed groups and destabilise both Afghanistan and Pakistan. What happens next?

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:52
Deadly journeys: Refugees, migrants risk everything to reach Europe

Crossing to Europe offers hope but exposes refugees to peril, as militia abuse persists in unsafe Libya.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:24
Champions League last 16 draw: Man City play Real Madrid, PSG face Chelsea

Elsewhere, Barcelona will face Newcastle, Tottenham will play Atletico Madrid and Arsenal will take on Bayer Leverkusen.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:15
US citizens’ support for Israel at historic low over Gaza genocide: Poll

Backing for Israel hits historic nadir, with 41% now sympathizing more with Palestinians, Gallup poll reveals.

Published on: 27.02.2026 12:09
Behind the myths of the British Empire: Nigel Biggar and Mehdi Hasan

Mehdi Hasan goes head-to-head with Nigel Biggar on the brutal legacy of Britain’s colonial past.

Published on: 27.02.2026 11:36
F1 driver Doohan says armed men confronted him in Miami after death threats

Australia's Jack Doohan says received death threats before being dropped by F1 team Alpine, six races into last season.

Published on: 27.02.2026 11:22
Did Epstein help Israel push for a security deal with Ivory Coast?

Latest Epstein files released in January reveal the extent of his relations with some prominent African leaders.

Published on: 27.02.2026 11:07
South Sudan at risk of ‘return to full-scale war’, UN warns

UN report warns of 'escalating atrocity risks' amid renewed fighting and widespread impunity over abuses.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:30
Barcelona vs Villarreal: La Liga – preview, team news, start, lineups

Win would provisionally take Barcelona four points ahead of Real Madrid who host Getafe on Monday night.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:26
Hillary Clinton comments after Epstein hearing

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke to reporters after finishing her testimony on Epstein.

Published on: 27.02.2026 10:10
Green Party wins UK by-election in blow to Labour, PM Starmer

Progressive Greens win closely-watched election in one-time Labour stronghold, while right-wing Reform comes second.

Published on: 27.02.2026 09:56
Pakistan bombs Kabul: Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?

Pakistani defence minister says Pakistan and Afghanistan are now at 'open war'.

Published on: 27.02.2026 09:22
‘I was so isolated’: Pro-Palestine activist attempted suicide in UK prison

Recently bailed Palestine Action-linked activist Charlotte Head, 29, spent 18 months in pre-trial detention.

Published on: 27.02.2026 08:57
Mass graves with 171 bodies found in eastern DR Congo: Report

A local governor says authorities found two mass graves in the outskirts of the eastern city of Uvira.

Published on: 27.02.2026 08:35
‘A dangerous thing’: S Africa’s gang-ridden townships fear army deployment

Critics wary of President Cyril Ramaphosa's move to send military to tackle crime, drugs and gangs in three provinces.

Published on: 27.02.2026 08:04