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Musk merges SpaceX and xAI firms, plans for space-based AI data centres

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

Musk says solar powered and space-based data centres are the only way to meet AI's burgeoning energy demands.

Moscow confirms Russian forces helped repel ISIL attack on Niger airport

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

Moscow 'strongly condemns' attack on airport in the capital, Niamey, where 20 rebels were killed and 4 soldiers wounded.

UK police to review misconduct claims after Mandelson’s leaks to Epstein

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says ex-envoy Peter Mandelson should no longer hold seat in upper house of parliament.

Cuba in contact with US, diplomat says, as Trump issues threat to block oil

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

Cuban diplomat says Havana ready for dialogue with US, but certain things are off the table, including the constitution.

Ex-US President Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton to testify in Epstein probe

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

The Clintons agree to testify in congressional probe of high-society sex offender Jeffrey Epstein amid contempt threat.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,440

Al Jazeera • Feb 3, 2026

These are the key developments from day 1,440 of Russia’s war on Ukraine

What is the US strategic minerals stockpile?

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

President Trump said the stockpile would 'ensure that American businesses and workers are never harmed by any shortage'.

Relief for patients leaving Gaza as Rafah opens, but thousands still wait

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Israeli restrictions mean only five Palestinians allowed to leave Gaza for treatment via Rafah crossing on first day.

France adopts 2026 budget after two no-confidence votes fail

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

New budget includes a $7.6m military spending increase and aims to cut the deficit to 5 percent by end of 2026.

ā€˜False narrative’: Families challenge Trump’s 75-country US visa suspension

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Lawsuit argues US administration misuses claims of 'public charge', 'discriminating' against residents of 75 countries.

UN welcomes reopening of Gaza’s Rafah border with Egypt

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric says the United Nations welcomes the reopening of Gaza’s Rafah border with Egypt.

Pakistan fans endorse boycott of T20 World Cup match against India

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Pakistan says it will boycott its T20 World Cup match against India on Feb 15 in Sri Lanka, risking a points forfeit.

Trump to slash US tariffs on India from 50 percent to 18 percent

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Donald Trump had slapped India with a punitive 25% tariff for buying Russian oil on top of a 25% 'reciprocal' tariff.

As EU tightens borders, Spain legalizes 500,000 migrants

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Spain will provide a legal pathway for residency for migrants already living in the country.

Democrats win special elections in Texas. How significant is it for Trump?

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

US president dismisses Democratic victory in Texas State Senate district he won by 17 points as a 'local' race.

How important is the reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing?

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

The Rafah border crossing is once again operational as part of the US-brokered 'ceasefire'.

The next stage of the Gaza genocide has begun

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Recent remarksĀ by former US State Secretary Mike Pompeo herald the next phase of Israel’s genocidal project: erasure.

Italy adds a 2-euro ticket to get closer to Trevi Fountain

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

It will now cost visitors two euros ($2.36) to get close enough to the Trevi Fountain to toss more coins into it.

Syrian forces deploy in Hasakah under ceasefire agreement with SDF

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Syrian forces move into the northeastern city, which was previously under the control of the Kurdish-led SDF.

Trump and Petro clash over how best to uproot Colombia’s cocaine crops

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

As Gustavo Petro prepares to face Donald Trump in Washington, Colombia’s anti-drug strategy is under intense scrutiny.

5-year-old Liam Ramos and father released from immigration detention

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Five-year-old Liam Ramos and his father have been released from a US immigration detention facility.

Modi to Kevin Rudd: How Epstein files set off a storm far beyond the US

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Latest files include emails and messages between Epstein and powerful men in India, UK, Australia and Slovakia.

Israeli strikes hit two more south Lebanon villages amid ā€˜ceasefire’

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Israeli strikes destroyed buildings in southern Lebanon in the latest attacks to occur amid a so-called ā€œceasefire.ā€

Zelenskyy warns of ā€˜logistics terror’ as Russia hits Ukraine railway

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Railway firm warns that routes in eastern Ukraine are becoming increasingly 'high risk', urges travellers to take buses.

Has the Trump administration overplayed its spin?

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Official lies after an ICE killing begin to backfire.

Getting resources for Sudan is a ā€˜race against time’

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

ā€˜Lack of resources in Sudan is very worrying’

How Balochistan attacks threaten Pakistan’s promises to China, Trump

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Balochistan is at the heart of Pakistan's economic promises to US and China. The attacks are a reminder of the risks.

Israel’s Rafah border scheme risks Gaza patients’ lives

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Israel is ā€œreopeningā€ Gaza's Rafah border crossing but limiting transit to 50 patients daily.

Winter Olympics 2026: All to know about Milan-Cortina Games

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Ice hockey, skating, alpine and freestyle skiing, and snowboarding events take centre stage as Olympics return to Italy.

Iran’s economy falters as internet shutdown hits people, businesses hard

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

The state-imposed blackout has disconnected Iranians from the world and choked off businesses.

Bangladesh court sentences ex-PM Hasina, UK lawmaker niece in graft case

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Verdict comes ahead of elections on February 12 with ousted Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League barred from taking part.

Balochistan to Bangladesh: Why Pakistan is boycotting India World Cup match

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has blamed India for recent attacks in Balochistan.

Politics behind Pakistan’s boycott of India T20 World Cup game, experts say

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Ex-players and politicians criticise the politicisation of cricket and urge the ICC to step in and mend ties.

Iran eyes progress towards US nuclear talks as tension eases

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Iran examines regional proposals to ease tensions with the US as it expects a framework for talks in the coming days.

Videos prompt concern about ICE raids in California

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

ICE agents in California detained several residents, including a US citizen, amid a surge in immigration raids.

Video: Gaza’s Rafah crossing reopening came too late for this 3-year-old

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

The long-awaited re-opening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing has been deemed too late for many seeking treatments.

ā€˜Regavim’: Israel’s new Rafah border site carries coded annexation message

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Israel brands Gaza crossing with Egypt ā€˜Regavim’ and ā€˜Nekez’, terms analysts say signal a land grab and dehumanisation.

Bangladesh election: What’s at stake for India, China, Pakistan?

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

The South Asian nation heads to the polls on February 12, almost two years after the 2024 student-led uprising.

Venezuela rights activist freed after amnesty announcement

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Venezuelan human rights activist Javier Tarazona has been freed after more than four years.

ICE agent says they ā€˜don’t need a warrant’ to arrest people

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

ICE agent says they ā€˜don’t need a warrant’ to arrest people

In Zimbabwe, millions choose funeral insurance over pricey medical cover

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

More Zimbabweans are preparing for death than survival as funeral policies are more popular than health insurance.

What we know about the limited reopening of the Rafah crossing

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Israel is reopening the Rafah Crossing after almost two years, but only 150-200 people will be allowed to pass through.

Japan deep-sea hunt finds rare earths as it seeks to cut reliance on China

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Tokyo proclaims Pacific Ocean mission world’s first attempt to tap rare earths at such a depth.

In Gaza, my sister and nieces were my life. Israel killed them

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Samia Alatrash recalls life before the war with her sister Samar and her two girls, and the night she lost her family.

China carries out further executions of Myanmar scam centre suspects

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Executions are part of broader crackdown by Beijing on scam centres across Southeast Asia built on an industrial scale.

ā€˜Redline’: Global NGOs working in Gaza defy Israel’s threats after MSF ban

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Eight more charities say they will not hand Israel details about their Palestinian staff, fearing for their safety.

Video: Hope and fear in Syrian areas retaken from SDF forces

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Syrian government troops have been waiting to enter Hasakah, a main area still under the control of Kurdish-led SDF.

Grammy winners 2026: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar and ICE criticism

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Here’s a look at the top winners of the night at the Grammy Awards.

Music stars target ICE crackdown at Grammy’s ceremony

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

'ICE out', says Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny, whose upcoming Super Bowl appearance is set to be patrolled by ICE agents.

Right wing candidate Fernandez declares victory in Costa Rica

Al Jazeera • Feb 2, 2026

Costa Rica’s right wing ruling party candidate Laura Fernandez has declared victory in the presidential election.

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