Mitch McConnell’s legacy: A ‘grim reaper’ for US bipartisanship?

Mitch McConnell’s legacy: A ‘grim reaper’ for US bipartisanship?

A new United States Congress convenes in Washington, DC, on January 3. But for the first time in 18 years, a key Republican leader will no longer be at the helm: Senator Mitch McConnell. Since 2007, McConnell has served as head of the Republican Party in the Senate, steering members of his caucus through four…

Iran to hold nuclear talks with France, UK, Germany on January 13: Report

Iran to hold nuclear talks with France, UK, Germany on January 13: Report

The next round of nuclear talks between Iran and France, the United Kingdom and Germany will take place in Geneva in January, Iran’s semi-official ISNA news agency reports, citing the country’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi. “The new round of talks between Iran and three European countries will be held in Geneva on January 13,”…

Five sport events to watch in 2025: From Champions Trophy to AFCON

Five sport events to watch in 2025: From Champions Trophy to AFCON

After a year packed with sporting action that was crowned by the Olympics, and included two T20 cricket World Cups and a Euro championship, sport fans can look forward to another 12 months of thrilling action. Amid dozens of high-profile tournaments spread across the calendar, Al Jazeera picks the top five events to watch out…

US Treasury hacked: Are China and the US stepping up their cyberwar?

US Treasury hacked: Are China and the US stepping up their cyberwar?

The United States Department of the Treasury on Monday blamed China for breaching its network and gaining access to information that includes unclassified documents. Beijing has denied the allegation, calling it “groundless”. The alleged hacking comes weeks after Beijing accused Washington of carrying out two cyberattacks on Chinese technology firms. With Washington and Beijing trading…