Al JazeeraNowRodrigo Duterte to run for mayor in southern Philippines strongholdverified_publisherAl JazeeraThe 79-year-old former president bids to return as mayor of Davao City, which he previously led for two decades. Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has registered as a candidate in the 2025 election for mayor of Davao, the southern city stronghold that he led for some 20 years before …
Al Jazeera19 hours agoAt least three killed as floods swamp Thailand’s Chiang Maiverified_publisherAl JazeeraThe city’s Ping River bursts its banks after reaching its highest level in 50 years. At least three people have been killed after flash floods swamped Thailand’s northern city of Chiang Mai. The city, a popular tourist destination, was inundated by torrential rain as the Ping River swelled to 5.30 …
Al Jazeera19 hours agoChina says two citizens killed, one injured in Pakistan ‘terrorist attack’verified_publisherAl JazeeraAt least 10 people were hurt after a convoy from the Port Qasim Electric Power Company was attacked near Karachi airport. The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has said at least two of its citizens were killed and a third injured after their convoy was attacked near Karachi airport. The embassy said the …
Al Jazeera1 day agoMaldives President Muizzu in India on first state visit to repair tiesverified_publisherAl JazeeraMohamed Muizzu arrives in India on first state visit since he came to power last year as he aims to improve strained ties. Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has embarked on his first visit to India since coming to power last year, as he aims to repair diplomatic ties with Asia’s third-largest …
Al Jazeera1 day agoVideo: Protesters worldwide demand end to Israel’s year of war on Gazaverified_publisherAl JazeeraProtesters have marched this weekend in cities around the world to demand an end to Israel’s brutal war on Gaza. Protesters have marched this weekend in cities around the world to demand an end to Israel’s brutal war on Palestinians in Gaza that has persisted for an entire year.
Al Jazeera1 day agoBagnaia wins Japan MotoGP, cuts Martin’s championship lead to 10 pointsverified_publisherAl JazeeraIt was the eighth Grand Prix victory of 2024 for Ducati Lenovo rider, who is seeking a third straight MotoGP title. Reigning MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia has won the Japanese Grand Prix in Motegi to complete a weekend double and cut his gap to rival Jorge Martin at the top of the world …
