EU agrees to lift economic sanctions on Syria

Ireland’s decision to join South Africa’s International Court of Justice (ICJ) case accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza continues to feed a diplomatic storm that, to many observers, has been years in the making. On Monday, following Israel’s decision to close its embassy in Ireland, the newly appointed Israeli… Read Details ⇢

The Usyk vs Fury II rematch will be broadcast in most parts of the world on Pay-Per-View (PPV). Oleksandr Usyk’s home country of the Ukraine is an exception, where it will be available as part of a Megogo subscription costing the equivalent of less than $2.50. Below, we’ll explain below… Read Details ⇢

The World Bank Group, in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and other collaborators, recently launched Mission 300, which aims to connect 300 million people to electricity in sub-Saharan Africa by 2030. (Supplied) The World Bank Group, in partnership with the African Development Bank  (AfDB) and other collaborators, recently… Read Details ⇢

At the Royal Mail delivery office in London’s Streatham district, on December 16, 2024. HANNAH MCKAY / REUTERS Philatelists the world over are familiar with the “Penny Black.” A little rectangle of paper to stick on envelopes, all black. No country name, just the unmistakable gray profile of Queen Victoria.… Read Details ⇢

FRANCE 24 spoke to Saad Mohseni, co-founder and CEO of Moby, Afghanistan’s largest media group. His new book “Radio Free Afghanistan” chronicles the ups and downs of building a media conglomerate in the country. Mohseni lamented the fact that since the return of the Taliban over three years ago, their decrees… Read Details ⇢

Liberal Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is receiving mixed reviews after making a surprise cameo performance as “Queen Mab” in the Broadway musical “& Juliet.”  While some social media users called Jackson’s performance “humanizing,” others called it “cringe,” “embarrassing” and unbefitting for a sitting member of the nation’s highest… Read Details ⇢

Introduction This episodic story-driven adventure exemplifies the power of thoughtful design, efficient resource optimization, and a deep understanding of player engagement. Achieving over 114,000 plays to date, it demonstrates how innovative web-based experiences can captivate and connect with a diverse audience. At PIGIAMA KASAMA, our mission is clear. As a… Read Details ⇢

Spanish giants and European champions Real Madrid face Mexico’s Pachuca in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in Doha. Who: Real Madrid vs PachucaWhat: FIFA Intercontinental Cup finalWhere: Lusail Stadium, Doha, QatarWhen: 8pm (17:00 GMT) on Wednesday December 18Follow Al Jazeera’s live text and photo build-up and commentary. European champions Real… Read Details ⇢

The Christmas season is all about being with family and having fun. Yet, while classic board games get replaced by their online counterparts, your online privacy is increasingly at risk – not the best way to start the new year! For instance, five of the most popular holiday-themed gaming apps… Read Details ⇢