As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, New York is highlighting its unique role in the American Revolution. Although the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, the city remained under British occupation for another seven years. Museums and historians are showcasing sites that survived the war and telling the story of a deeply divided city, where many residents remained loyal to the British Crown. New York also became a refuge for thousands of forme

Israeli settler attacks in the occupied West Bank have risen to record levels this year. Violence, arson attacks and fighting have led to widespread displacement. Al Jazeera’s Um-e-Kulsoom Shariff explains. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobi

As Mexico prepares to host its third World Cup opening, demonstrations by teachers and social groups are overshadowing the build-up. The country's main teachers' union has expanded a general strike, blocking major roads in Mexico City to demand pension reform, while relatives of disappeared people and neighbourhood associations have also joined the protests. Riot police have formed barricades near the Azteca stadium. President Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to continue negotiations whilst ensur

Xenophobic attacks in South Africa have forced many migrants to leave in recent weeks. Malawi has received its first group of returnees, with thousands more expected. Matilda Mothoatlhaga reports.

An Israeli air strike on Gaza changed the life of Palestinian photographer Kefah Sameeh Atta al Fakhouri forever. But despite it taking her leg, loved ones, and much of her former life, she's returned to doing what she loves most: capturing moments of joy, resilience, and humanity through her lens. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http

France is struggling to control an outbreak of early wildfires near its border with the Spain. The fires follow a record-breaking Europe-wide heatwave where temperatures rose above 40C. The heat is having a devastating effect on the land and on those living there. Is this now part of a pattern that comes with climate change? We talk to a journalist in Paris and a climate expert in Germany to get the latest on the fires and to find out how France and Europe will have to adapt, For more news

Berlin's streets and parks are drowning in trash. Waste Watchers Patrick and Eric are on the job every day to stop litterbugs. Chapter Breakdown 0:00 Trash heap Berlin 0:52 On the trail with trash investigators 2:23 A new lead 4:08 Littering cigarette butts can cost you 5:05 The new and simple anti-trash App 6:42 Locals lend a hand 9:50 Sometimes you need the professionals #antitrashberlin #garbagetruck #dwreporter For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social medi

Since its foundation, Hollywood has taught audiences around the world to fear Muslims, misrepresenting millions of believers through orientalist stereotypes. Even if representation has improved in recent years, a study found that only 1 percent of characters in TV series are Muslim, and many are still portrayed through racist tropes. Experts told TRT World that the situation has worsened in recent months as production companies scale back diversity initiatives. Subscribe: http://trt.world/sub

Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon are continuing despite Lebanon and Israel agreeing to extend the ceasefire for another 45 days. The truce was never fully upheld by Israel and in recent days, displacement orders have increasingly been issued to villages about 55 kilometers north of the border. Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr reports from Beirut, Lebanon. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook

Sri Lanka is experiencing a sharp rise in dengue fever cases, with more than 45,000 infections recorded so far this year, nearly double the total for the whole of last year. Health authorities have warned that public hospitals are struggling to cope, citing shortages of beds, medicines, laboratory capacity and essential equipment. Officials have deployed inspection teams nationwide to eliminate breeding sites of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, but say meaningful behavioural change within communiti

Long queues at petrol stations, rationed pasta, sugar running low - Russian-occupied Crimea is feeling the pressure of Ukraine's relentless drone campaign against oil infrastructure. We look at what the shortages mean for Russia's military grip on the peninsula — and for Moscow politically. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellene

Wildfires are burning across parts of Europe, with emergency military units deployed in Spain and Portugal to support overstretched firefighting teams. In Greece, an industrial estate in Thessaloniki has been left in charred ruins, while homes and cars have been destroyed near Perpignan in southern France. The third stage of the Tour de France has been closed to spectators due to the fire risk. The EU is sending additional water-bombing aircraft from Cyprus and Sweden. Scientists warn that the e

stopping nearly 20 vessels out of a convoy of around 60 ships and detaining close to 100 activists. The flotilla, which set sail from Türkiye, was stopped in international waters near Cyprus, according to organizers. Israel’s foreign ministry described the mission as a “provocation,” while activists insist it was a peaceful humanitarian effort aimed at delivering aid to Gaza. On the ground, Palestinians in Gaza continue to face severe shortages of food, fuel, medicine, and other essential supp

Germany has charged a Ukrainian national in connection with the Nord Stream explosions. Prosecutors allege he helped coordinate the attack on the pipelines, though he denies this. The case concerns one of the most politically sensitive incidents since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Germany remains a key supporter of Kyiv. The indictment raises questions about whether the case could affect that relationship. 00:00 German prosecutors file charges over Nord Stream 2 sabotage 00:23 The 2

Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea has declined sharply in recent years, with Nigeria’s last major incident recorded in 2020. However, smuggling and criminal networks still threaten the region’s key oil industry and economic lifeline. Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https

NATO leaders are preparing to meet in Ankara for a summit overshadowed by renewed questions about the alliance's future following Donald Trump's return to the White House. Secretary General Mark Rutte is seeking to preserve unity as members face growing pressure over defence spending and burden sharing. The summit comes amid uncertainty over US commitments to NATO, with Trump calling on allies to do more for their own security while raising concerns about the alliance's long-standing collective

At least 27 dead, 63 injured after fire at Bangkok pub The fire began shortly before midnight, and spread quickly through the venue. Authorities believe the fire was caused by an electrical fault and reports say many victims were trapped near locked exits. Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the scene and expressed condolences to the families of the victims and ordered an investigation into the disaster. The tragedy has sparked fresh questions about fire safety standards and emerge

The humanitarian response is intensifying in Venezuela's La Guaira state following a devastating earthquake, but aid remains insufficient for thousands of displaced residents. Across the hardest-hit areas, families face critical shortages of food, clean water, medicine and shelter as relief efforts struggle to meet overwhelming demand. Humanitarian organisations warn that more assistance is urgently needed for affected communities. Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from La Guaira. Subscribe

Marine Le Pen is appealing a conviction over the misuse of European Union funds that could lead to a five-year ban from public office and threaten her 2027 French presidential ambitions. Despite the legal challenge, her far-right National Rally party continues to expand its support across France, winning local positions and strengthening its political influence. If Le Pen is disqualified, party president Jordan Bardella is expected to become a leading candidate. Al Jazeera's Natasha Butler rep

The Memorandum of Understanding signed by the US and Iran last month pledged to reopen the long-blocked Strait of Hormuz. Since then, however, several flare-ups have raised fresh doubts about the framework agreement, with the US President questioning at the Nato summit in Ankara whether the ceasefire is even still in place. Victoria Innes reports.