“True crime” is one of the most consumed genres from podcasts to television series. When depicting real crimes and real victims, questions have been raised about the ethics of this type of content. We examine the psychology behind its popularity and tackle some concerns held by people close to the stories. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Amanda…
With a ceasefire in force in Gaza, the Israeli army and settlers have intensified their attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank. Amid the exchange of captives, images showing legions of Hamas reinforcements puncture the narratives in Israeli media. Contributors: Dalal Iriqat – Associate professor, Arab American University Palestine Daniel Levy – President, US/Middle East…
Deadly drone attack targets hospital in Sudan’s Darfur Attacks on healthcare facilities rampant in besieged el-Fasher, where army-aligned militias are pushing back RSF fighters. A drone attack on an emergency unit in one of one of the last functioning hospitals in el-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur region killed dozens of patients [Al Jazeera] Published On 25…
Australian Open: Madison Keys – Teenage prodigy to Grand Slam champ at 29 Madison Keys wins her first Grand Slam by ending Aryna Sabalenka’s hopes of a third straight Australian Open title. Madison Keys celebrates with the trophy after winning the Australian Open final against Aryna Sabalenka [Jaimi Joy/Reuters] Published On 25 Jan 202525 Jan…
‘My heart is split in two’: The women returning to homes in northern Gaza Women in Gaza tell their stories of loss and grief as they plan what to do when they return to their homes in the north. A woman hangs her laundry outside a tent at a camp for displaced Palestinians in Deir…
INSIDE THE MIND OF Lukashenko: Before 2025 election, ‘still afraid of the people’ As Belarus votes amid repression, what drives Alexander Lukashenko, the president likely to secure a seventh term. [Nataliia Shulga/Al Jazeera] By Al JazeeraPublished On 25 Jan 202525 Jan 2025 On January 26, Belarusians will cast their ballots in a presidential vote. Officially, there…
BREAKINGBREAKING, Four Israeli soldiers released by Hamas from Gaza as part of ceasefire deal Israel is expected to release dozens of Palestinians held in Israeli jails as part of the ceasefire deal. Four female Israeli soldiers released by Hamas as part of a ceasefire and a captives-prisoners swap deal [Dawoud Abu Alkas/Reuters] Published On 25…
EXPLAINER Spain plans 100% house tax on foreigners: Will it fix the housing crisis? Socialist PM Sanchez announces several measures, including a 100 percent tax on foreigners, to tackle the housing crisis. A young couple walk in front of housing blocks in Madrid [File: Paul White/Spain] Published On 25 Jan 202525 Jan 2025 Last week…
Protests in Slovakia after Prime Minister Fico tilts towards Russia Massive turnout in nationwide rallies as Fico brandishes intel report alleging ‘coup d’etat’ in league with foreigners. Tens of thousands gathered in Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava, to oppose the policies of Prime Minister Robert Fico [Denes Erdos/AP Photo] Published On 25 Jan 202525 Jan 2025 Tens…
Philippines stops research survey in disputed sea amid China’s ‘harassment’ Several Chinese coastguard vessels accused of making ‘aggressive manoeuvres’ towards Philippine fisheries boats. A handout photo from the Philippine Coast Guard showed one of the Chinese inflatable vessels allegedly involved in an incident near Thithu island in the disputed area of the South China Sea…