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Football Now

Barcelona: Could they get back to their best?

In partnership with Media City

FC Barcelona are one of the most famous and successful clubs in world football, but by their own hefty standards, the last five years have been anything but. In partnership with Media City Qatar.

11/05/2023

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Israeli and Palestinian militants trade deadly fire over Gaza

Gaza's health ministry said seven people were killed Wednesday, a day after Israeli strikes on the Palestinian territory left 15 dead.

11/05/2023

Travel News

Emirates announces €180 million fund to decarbonise flying

The money will fund research and development projects aimed at reducing the use of fossil fuels in aviation.

11/05/2023

Israel

Israeli strikes kill top militant group commander in Gaza

As violence continues to escalate the latest Israeli strikes on Gaza kill a top commander of the group Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

11/05/2023

Sport

France's Clarisse Agbegnenou secures sixth World Championship gold

Clarisse Agbegnenou defeated in-form Andreja Leski of Slovenia to take under 63 kilo gold in Doha

10/05/2023

Pakistan

Former PM Imran Khan's to be held for 8 days, rules Pakistan court

There have been riots and street demonstrations across Pakistan after a court ruled former Prime Minister Imran Khan is to be held for eight days while police investigate corruption allegations.

10/05/2023

Sport

Stump makes history with first-ever gold for Switzerland

Nils Stump of Switzerland took gold in the Qatar World Judo Championships after defeating Manuel Lombardo of Italy, while Canada's Christa Deguchi secured her second World title.

09/05/2023

Pakistan

Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan arrested, sparking violence

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested and dragged from court Tuesday as he appeared to face charges in multiple graft cases, a dramatic escalation of political tensions that sparked violent demonstrations by his angry supporters across the country.

09/05/2023

Destinations

Budget-conscious digital nomads could soon work from India’s beaches

Want to move to India? A new digital nomad visa spearheaded by the beach state of Goa could be just the ticket.

09/05/2023

Living

Hong Kong's bamboo scaffolders preserve an ancient green technique

Intricate bamboo webs are still part of the cityscape in Hong Kong - where brave students are keeping the sustainable skill alive.

09/05/2023

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WATCH: Aftermath of Israeli air strikes in Gaza Strip

The Gaza Strip is reeling after Israeli air strikes killed 12 people, including women and children.

09/05/2023

Culture news

'The Kerala Story': Islamic State film triggers bans in India

'The Kerala Story', released on 5 May, has been banned in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, with even calls for the film producer to be “hanged in public”.

09/05/2023

Sport

Lionel Messi's father denies Saudi Arabia move

Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi denied reports of the 35-year-old agreeing to sign a lucrative contract to play in Saudi Arabia next year.

09/05/2023

Pakistan

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan arrested

Party officials say ousted Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested when he appeared at a court in Islamabad on a number of corruption charges

09/05/2023

Focus

Uzbekistan attracts foreign investment thanks to government reforms

In partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Uzbekistan

Uzbek start-ups in fintech, e-commerce and software are benefitting from foreign investment thanks to green economy strategies, the privatisation of Uzbek banks and public-private partnership laws.

09/05/2023

West Bank

Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill militant commanders

The Palestinian Health Ministry confirms Islamic Jihad commanders and some family members were killed by Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip on Tuesday as tensions continue to rise

09/05/2023

Sport

Abe siblings strike double gold for Japan on day two in Doha

Abe Hifumi and Abe Uta ensured that Japan picked up both the gold medals on offer on day two of the World Judo Championships in Doha, Qatar

08/05/2023

Iran

The transformation of Iran's protests in the face of repression

Eight months after the death of Mahsa Amini, a war of attrition has begun. Street protests are waning due to police crackdowns but Iranians continue to resist.

08/05/2023

Scenes

Meet the aspiring female filmmakers capturing unique stories in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

In partnership with Media City Qatar

08/05/2023

China

China's Foreign Minister in Europe to mediate in Russia's Ukraine war

China's foreign minister Qin Gang visits Europe to meet his counterparts as his country seeks to act as mediators in Russia's war in Ukraine.

08/05/2023

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WATCH: Hong Kong's bamboo scaffolders preserve ancient technique

Some of the world's last bamboo scaffolders are keeping the ancient tradition alive in Hong Kong.

08/05/2023

Destinations

Year-round summer: Why you should visit Abu Dhabi in 2023

The UAE's capital is rolling out world-class sporting and music events in 2023. Here’s where to go and what to see.

08/05/2023

Sport

Judo World Championships kick off in Qatar

Some great judo techniques on display and a great start for Japan on the first day of the 2023 World Championships in the Qatari capital Doha

07/05/2023

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Buddhists around the world celebrate Vesak day

Hundreds of Buddhists gathered at a temple in the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo, to celebrate Vesak day which commemorates Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and death.

07/05/2023

Green News

India’s cities struggle with sewage and waste as population grows

India is set to overtake China as the most populous country in the world but millions are now living with disease and pollution.

07/05/2023

Iran

Iran executes Swedish-Iranian dissident convicted of acts of terrorism

Iran has executed a Swedish-Iranian dissident convicted of leading an Arab separatist group that was accused of attacks, state television reported on Saturday.

06/05/2023