In the US state of Florida, a foreign invader is causing alarm.
The Burmese python is one of the world's largest snakes, which are usually found in south-east Asia. Now the reptiles, which can grow to six metres long, are turning up in swimming pools and backyards.
Al Jazeera's Andy Gallacher reports from Key Largo, Florida
Activists in Syria have posted more video evidence suggesting the fragile UN brokered truce is not holding.
The government continues blatant and hidden use of force against any gatherings voicing anger against it.
Al Jazeera's Rosiland Jordan reports.
In the highlands of Peru, some people are taking the law into their own hands and punishing anyone suspected of committing a crime.
Enraged community members have gone as far as lynching their captives, either burning or beating them to death.
Al Jazeera's Mariana Sanchez reports from Puno, Peru.
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The new French president Francois Hollande has defended his decision for an early pullout of French troops from Afghanistan, during a surprise visit to the country.
Speaking at a press conference with his Afghan counterpart Hamid Karzai, Hollande asserted the task of fighting the Taliban was close to complete.
Al Jazeera's Jennifer Glasse has more from the capital, Kabul.
Police in Azerbaijan have detained at least 35 opposition activists.
Tension's been rising ahead of Saturday's finals of the Eurovision song contest in the capital Baku.
Opposition groups are trying to use the event to publicize rights issues they say have been overlooked for years.
From Azerbaijan's capital Baku is Giorgi Gogia, a senior researcher at Human Rights Watch.
Spain have added yet another international football title to their collection. They did not even have to kick a ball this time.
The Interactive World Cup brings together the best players of Fifa's football computer game.
Al Jazeera's Rahul Pathak reports from this year's finals in Dubai.
The impeachment trial of the Philippines' top judge has been adjourned. The trial came to a halt after Renato Corona announced he was feeling unwell. Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports.
The wealthiest woman in Australia has recently become the wealthiest woman in the world.
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart's fortune has reached a net worth of $29b, thanks in part to her iron-ore company becoming a stand-out player in Australia's booming mining sector.
As the price of iron-ore has shot up, so has Rinehart's wealth.
Al Jazeera's Andrew Thomas reports from Australia.
Conflict has once again broken out in the eastern region of the DR Congo. Government troops, dissident groups and militia are engaged in a fierce battle, causing thousands of refugees to flee their homes and villages. Will this end in yet another lengthy and bloody civil war for African nation? Guests: Yussa Bunvigiye, Anneke Van Woudenberg, Lambert Mende Omalange.
The impeachment trial of the Philippines' top judge has resumed in Manila.
Chief Justice Renato Corona is accused of blocking efforts to prosecute former president Gloria Arroyo and illegally amassing a personal fortune.
Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports from the court.
Dropped calls, crossed lines or no coverage at all are among the problems facing Nigeria's mobile phone users.
Now the government is getting tough on the biggest operators, accusing them of putting
profits ahead of service.
Yvonne Ndege reports from Abuja.
A man has confessed to strangling to death a boy who vanished on his way to school in 1979 - a haunting case that terrified parents across America and baffled police for three decades.
Etan Patz's disappearance became a symbol for growing fears over the safety of children playing outside the home.
Al Jazeera's Nicole Johnston reports.
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