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The Trump administration is spending nearly $2 billion to get energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects. Democrats in Congress are investigating.The Republican administration adopted this strategy after federal courts thwarted President Donald Trump’s efforts to stop offshore wind development through executive action. Three agreements have been…

Senior NATO officials were not warned about US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany within the next 6-12 months prior to the Pentagon’s announcement on Friday. Questions about logistics such as from where and how the troops will be withdrawn have risen. It’s also unclear how…

The long-awaited deal creates one of the world’s largest free trade areas with 720m potential consumers.By Al Jazeera Staff and The Associated PressPublished On 1 May 20261 May 2026The long-awaited trade deal between the European Union and South America’s Mercosur bloc has provisionally come into effect, boosting business ties amid…

LISTEN | “We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boasting:White Coat Black Art26:30″We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boastingIf you live in Toronto, you may have heard University Health Network (UHN) bragging on the radio about being the top hospital in Canada for the eighth year in…

EXPLAINERAs Mali faces its biggest security challenge in years, Al Jazeera profiles leaders from the government as well as armed groups.Published On 30 Apr 202630 Apr 2026Armed violence has intensified in Mali since Saturday after an al-Qaeda-linked armed group working with separatists attacked several military bases across multiple cities, including…

LISTEN | “We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boasting:White Coat Black Art26:30″We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boastingIf you live in Toronto, you may have heard University Health Network (UHN) bragging on the radio about being the top hospital in Canada for the eighth year in…

Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes had 23 points apiece as the Toronto Raptors withstood a late charge by the…

LISTEN | “We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boasting:White Coat Black Art26:30″We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boastingIf you live in Toronto, you may have heard University Health Network (UHN) bragging on the radio about being the top hospital in Canada for the eighth year in…

Confederations back Gianni Infantino’s run in 2027 head of football’s global governing body.Published On 30 Apr 202630 Apr 2026FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s hopes of securing re-election as the head of world football have received an enormous boost after pledges of support from the African and Asian regional confederations.The Confederation of…

LISTEN | “We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boasting:White Coat Black Art26:30″We’re number 2!” Why a Canadian hospital is boastingIf you live in Toronto, you may have heard University Health Network (UHN) bragging on the radio about being the top hospital in Canada for the eighth year in…

Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Members of the 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group have arrived to their final destination after a 52-day exercise that…

Germany’s ruling coalition has agreed an emergency energy package after a weekend of marathon negotiations, cutting the mineral oil tax on diesel and petrol by around 17 cents per litre for two months in response to surging fuel prices. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), Vice Chancellor and Finance…

Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms.Published On 12 Apr 202612 Apr 2026Polls have closed in Benin, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni expected to emerge victorious in a presidential election after being endorsed by the former president.Nearly eight million voters were eligible to cast ballots on…