Hunger is falling but is still higher than pre-COVID levels: UN report
Global hunger has declined, yet millions of people are still going hungry.
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Mapping Iran’s Ali Khamenei funeral: Where mourners will gather each day
Funeral processions for Iran’s late supreme leader will take place between July 3-9 across Iran and Iraq.
From Alabama to Yosemite: 50 US places with Native American origins
As the US marks 250 years since its July 4 declaration, Al Jazeera traces 50 place names, their meanings and origins.
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Screen time calculator: How much of your life is spent on social media?
The average user spends roughly two hours, 39 minutes on social media daily, adding up to more than 40 days a year.
FIFA World Cup 2026: How can your team reach the final?This article will be opened in a new browser window
Your team is five wins away from winning the 2026 World Cup. Build your path round by round to the final.
Satellite images show scale of destruction in Venezuela earthquakes
Satellite images show the before and after of parts of Venezuela left in ruins by two devastating quakes.
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Who has profited most from the war on Iran?
Defence contractors, energy companies and investment banks saw profits soar as war and uncertainty upended markets.
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How minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz works: A visual guide
Clearing mines is a slow, high-risk operation that involves finding and destroying them using specialised techniques.
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When Paris is hotter than Mecca: How Europe’s heatwave compares globally
Paris and other European cities are seeing temperatures above 40C (104F), levels normally seen across the Middle East.
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How to stay cool and treat heatstroke during a heatwave
Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F).
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How does air conditioning work, and how does it affect your body?
While AC keeps us cool, it can also cause dry skin and irritation. Here are some tips to keep comfortable this summer.
