UK charity services: Volunteers see sharp rise in need for help

Al Jazeera looks at the charities and volunteers filling the gaps, as the UK's welfare system is overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic.

India and Pakistan face the worst locust attack in decades

Fears of a food shortage as plagues of locusts destroy crops in parts of India and Pakistan.

Renault job losses: French automaker suffers a slump in demand

French automaker Renault is to slash 15,000 jobs worldwide, in a bid to save billions of dollars.

Taiwan condemns new Hong Kong security legislation

Taiwan's government says China's move reveals the hypocritical nature of the 'one country, two systems' model.

Thousands struggling to make ends meet in Spain

The Spanish Government plans to spend 3 billion euros a year to provide the poorest households with a minimum income.

Indian workers' rights suspended to restart the economy

The states say the changes will help businesses and get the economy back on track but workers are already paying the price.

Hong Kong security laws: UN security council voices concern at China

Territory warns US not to interfere over China's national security legislation, as Carrie Lam tries to rally residents.

Hundreds of Pakistan children under 10 in Sindh with COVID-19

Pakistan is considering imposing another nationwide lockdown in hope of flattening ‘the curve’.

Airpower a tall factor in Libya war outcomes

Because of Libya's flat terrain, armed drones have played a key role in changing the fortunes of each side in the conflict.

Hong Kong autonomy: Special status with US in doubt

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UK's elderly struggle with COVID-19 isolation

Charities are now reporting increased cases of confusion and loneliness.

China gives go-ahead for security laws in Hong Kong

The wide-ranging laws, which include a ban on treason, secession, sedition and subversion - could now be in effect in a matter of weeks.

Venezuela’s Maduro considers charging citizens more for petrol

Venezuela's president hints that he could start charging for petrol, which is usually practically free for citizens.

A mammoth discovery: Giant remains found near Mexico City

Archaeologists dig up the remains of about 60 of the most famous mammals of the Ice Age outside Mexico’s capital.

China's parliament passes Hong Kong national security law

China's parliament has approved a controversial national security law for Hong Kong that bypasses Hong Kong's legislature.

European Union unveils $824bn coronavirus recovery plan

Package seeks to avoid a further splintering of economic growth and wealth levels among EU's 27 member states.

More than 300 Hong Kong protesters arrested

Anti-government protesters are angry over new proposed laws which they say damage the freedoms of Hong Kong's people.

Mory Kante, Guinea music star and 'baobab of culture', dies at 70

Kante revolutionised West African repertoire by going electric and blending traditional Mandingo with urban grooves.

Tanzania COVID-19 response: Government accused of a coverup

Tanzania's government is accused of sending out false messaging about COVID-19 and covering up a crisis.

Asia’s ‘travel bubbles’ could change travelling post-pandemic

With many airports deserted, 'travel bubbles' could help a struggling industry get back on its feet.

Rwanda genocide: French court to decide on handing suspect to UN

Wanted for genocide. A decision is due in France on where a top suspect in the Rwandan genocide should be tried.

Venezuela health system 'grossly unprepared' for COVID-19 crisis

Venezuela has 1,177 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 10 deaths, but rights groups say the real numbers are much higher.

Dominic Cummings fuels British anger after flouting lockdown

The government's support for the prime minister's top aide is undermining public health advice, say experts.

Brazil deaths may surpass 125,000 by August

As daily death rate climbs to the highest in the world, new study warns total toll could surge five-fold by early August

Growing resistance against Latin America lockdowns

Poor people across Latin America say they are the ones suffering the most from lockdowns, and it is leading to protests.

COVID-19 fuels Venezuelan migrants' crisis

European countries are appealing for money to help more than five million Venezuelan migrants who left their homes because of the economic crisis.

Macau's 'gambling godfather' dies

Stanley Ho transformed the former Portuguese colony near Hong Kong into the world's largest gambling hub.

Eid in Nigeria: Outbreak dampens festivities

Economists warn that many businesses in Nigeria’s informal economy may never recover.

Burkina Faso conflict: HRW says 350,000 children out of school

Human Rights Watch says children beg for food or work, and many young girls are forced into early marriages.

Suriname: Desi Bouterse, a convicted murderer, seeks another term

The charismatic president stands a fair chance of holding onto power as the country elects a new National Assembly.

Millions unemployed the Philippines amid COVID-19 lockdown

The government implemented one of the world's strictest and longest lockdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic.

First Iranian oil tanker reaches Venezuelan waters

Five vessels carrying Iranian fuel heading to Venezuela amid rising tensions over a possible US move to halt delivery.

Burundi election commission says Ndayishimiye new president

The vote is meant to usher in the first democratic transfer of power in 58 years of independence.

Qatar's birdlife thriving amid pandemic restrictions

The coronavirus lockdown in Qatar has had a positive effect on an array of wildlife with everything from whale sharks to turtles and hundreds of species of birds.

Idlib's displaced: Syrians return home for Eid celebrations

In spite of widespread destruction wrought by government bombardment, they missed home and wanted to return for Eid.

Volkswagen must buy back 'dieselgate' cars: Germany's top court

Court ruling sets precedent for hundreds of thousands of car owners affected by VW emissions test cheating in Germany.

'I don't regret it': UK PM's aide defends actions during lockdown

'I don't regret it': UK PM's aide defends actions during lockdown

Reopened shops in Europe eagerly await the return of tourism

While business owners welcomed back local customers, many of them say their shops depend on the tourism industry to survive.

India resumes domestic flights amid confusion, chaos at airports

India's domestic flights take off again, but infections are still on the rise, with the biggest one-day increase yet.

Rising global poverty amid coronavirus pandemic

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Disability support: UK charities urge the government to do more

Staying at home and feeling ignored, this is how disabled people are struggling behind closed doors and under lockdown.

Eid al-Fitr in Iraq: Some worshippers defying government lockdown

Forced to forego ancient traditions this Eid, Iraqis use technology to mark the religious holiday, overshadowed by the coronavirus pandemic.

UK PM Boris Johnson backs top aide after lockdown revelations

Johnson says adviser Dominic Cummings 'acted responsibly and legally' in lockdown travel amid clamour for resignation.

Cemeteries overflow in Aden as COVID-19 deaths spike in Yemen

The country’s only COVID treatment facility is overwhelmed and turning patients away.

Bolsonaro attends rally as Brazil political scandal heats up

Protest took place as the US mulls a ban on travellers from Brazil after a surge in coronavirus cases.

Russian fighters flown out of western Libya after Haftar retreat

'A very meaningful event' because LNA deprived of its most effective foreign fighting force near Tripoli, analyst says.

Netanyahu: Corruption trial an attempt to 'depose a strong PM'

Netanyahu becomes first serving Israeli PM to face criminal charges as he goes on trial over corruption allegations.

HK police fire tear gas at rally against proposed security law

Thousands take to streets amid coronavirus-related restrictions to protest against proposed new national security law.

Beijing warns against foreign interference over Hong Kong

Beijing warns against foreign interference over Hong Kong

Eid al-Fitr 2020 in Mecca, Karachi and Tehran

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