Turkey Turkey demands Sweden, Finland extradite 'terrorists' after NATO deal The country is asking the NATO hopefuls to hand over some 33 people sought on terrorism charges, Turkish justice minister said on Wednesday. 29/06/2022
Europe Decoded Turkey is now Türkiye: What other countries have changed their name? Throughout history, many countries have chosen to re-baptise themselves, but not every new name has stuck. 28/06/2022
Biztech news This Egyptian teen is building a metaverse using his mum’s old clothes Omar Wael’s fascination with tech began aged just five, having built his first robot aged nine. Now he has his mind set on creating a metaverse. 28/06/2022
Turkey Dozens arrested as police break up Istanbul Pride march The governor of Turkey's largest city banned all outdoor and indoor events for a seven-day period in the lead-up to the Pride march, citing "security reasons". 26/06/2022
Spotlight Abu Dhabi to launch TeamLab Phenomena on Saadiyat Island The latest addition to Saadiyat Cultural District in the UAE capital is an immersive, multi-sensory venue called teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi. Developed in conjunction with the Japanese art collective teamLab, the experimental, interactive 17,000 square metre space will be completed in 2024. 24/06/2022
no comment Gaza surfers ride the waves in 'first' Palestinian event Their surfboards may be old, but that doesn't stop these young Gazans from riding the waves. 23/06/2022
Destinations Syrian monastery on the edge of a cliff opens its doors for tourists A lone Syrian monastery that was once a hub for interfaith dialogue has reopened to visitors after more than a decade of war. 22/06/2022
Destinations Can Lebanon's travel sector make a roaring comeback this summer? Lebanon is anticipating hundreds of thousands of ex-pats and tourists to visit the country this summer. Their imminent arrival will bring a much-needed cash injection to a country previously tormented by an economic and financial crisis. 22/06/2022
The exchange Could a robot do your job? Machine automation has been rising rapidly since the 1960s. And now the push toward robotization is getting stronger. 22/06/2022
Turkey Saudi crown prince visits Turkey for first time since Khashoggi murder Talks between Mohammed bin Salman and President Erdogan are aimed at normalising ties between Ankara and Riyadh, which were strained after the journalist's killing. 22/06/2022
Turkey Turkish authorities battle wildfire near resort town of Marmaris Around 30 homes have been evacuated due to the blaze, according to media reports. 22/06/2022
Israel Israel faces fifth election in three years as PM dissolves parliament PM Naftali Bennett's fragile coalition government lost its majority earlier this year and has faced various rebellions in recent weeks. 20/06/2022
World "We have to learn to wait" says fashion designer Ozwald Boateng The fashion business needs to get closer to its clients if it is to become environmentally sustainable, celebrated designer Ozwald Boateng tells Euronews. 20/06/2022
DUB.AI How Artificial Intelligence is revolutionising healthcare Artificial Intelligence may never be able to adopt the comforting ‘bedside manner’ that good doctors are known for – but it may be better equipped to accurately diagnose your ailments. 20/06/2022
Start me up Gulf Coast countries offer enticing e-commerce opportunities With high average household incomes and young tech-savvy populations, GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries are primed for e-commerce and demand is growing 17/06/2022
Turkey Turkey detains 16 Kurdish journalists over alleged 'terrorist' links The media workers are all accused of working for a mouthpiece of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK). 16/06/2022
Syria US-led military coalition captures senior IS leader in northern Syria Media reports have identified the suspect as Syrian national Ahmad Hani al-Kurdi. 16/06/2022
Qatar 365 Qatar’s food scene: From traditional cuisine to digital innovations Qatar 365 has been trying local dishes, having a masterclass with a celebrity chef and exploring the latest gourmet developments. 15/06/2022
Biztech news Will Artificial Intelligence lead to job losses? Experts argue that technology will lead to workforce disruption rather than destruction and that AI will help employees be better at their jobs 15/06/2022
Experiences Staying safe in the air and other expert advice on air travel Staying safe in the air and other expert advice on air travel 15/06/2022
Series Going beyond sun, sand and sea, Dubai transforms the beach club scene Beach clubs in Dubai go beyond sunbathing, they host music events, fitness classes, fashionable restaurants and chic boutiques. We take a look at the beach club ecosystem and discover the small businesses thriving there. 14/06/2022
Travel News What is Turkish Airlines' new name and what's behind the rebrand? Turkey's national carrier is changing its name. Here's why it matters. 14/06/2022
Travel News Russian flight ban will cost Cyprus €600 million this summer Tourism accounts for 10% of Cyprus' economy so the loss of Russian and Ukrainian spend is significant. 14/06/2022
Turkey Five people killed in floods and storms in central Turkey Some areas recorded rainfall of up to "30 litres per square metre" over the weekend. 13/06/2022
Biztech news What does the future of shopping with AI look like? The retail experience is evolving with artificial intelligence (AI) changing how items can be bought and sold. 13/06/2022
Start me up Steven Bartlett gives advice to startups on growth and scaling up Since the WeWork story highlighted the risks of rapid business growth, the benefits of scaling up without excessive investment are appealing to startups. 13/06/2022
