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Qatar

'Like Robin Hood 2.0': World Cup pitch invader explains why he did it

The man ran onto the pitch waving a rainbow flag, wearing a Superman T-shirt which said "respect for Iranian woman" on the back.

29/11/2022

Sport

World Cup 2022: England beat Wales and USA beat Iran

Here's everything you need to know about the action in Qatar today, in our at-a-glance guide.

29/11/2022

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Hundreds of protesters call for end to China’s zero-COVID policy

Protesters gather in Beijing, waving blank sheets of paper and calling for an end to China’s zero-COVID-19 policy in a rare outpouring of public anger against the state.

28/11/2022

China

Chinese authorities ease some anti-virus rules amid growing unrest

Security forces in China continued to detain civilians on Monday after protests flared up across the country last weekend. Demonstrators are calling for an end to COVID-19 lockdowns and for President Xi Jinping to resign. While some measures have eased, China’s zero-tolerance policy still stands.

28/11/2022

Qatar

Qatar street marshals light up the World Cup

One marshal's street performance went viral on the internet. He's now known simply as Metro Man.

28/11/2022

Sport

Qatar World Cup: Portugal beat Uruguay to secure place in final 16

Here's everything you need to know about the football action at the World Cup today -- at a glance.

28/11/2022

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Kurds protest against Turkish threats in Syria's Qamishli

Syrian Kurds in the northeastern Syrian Kurdish-majority city of Qamishli take to the streets to protest against Turkish threats, amid speculations of an upcoming ground operation.

27/11/2022

Sport

World Cup: Germany salvage 1-1 draw with Spain to keep hopes alive

The Germans still need to win their last group match against Costa Rica to have a chance of advancing to the knockout stage.

27/11/2022

Sport

Qatar World Cup: Morocco pull off new upset as Belgium humbled 2-0

Belgium’s aging “Golden Generation” are in danger in Group F after Morocco struck with two late goals from Abdelhamid Sabiri and Zakaria Aboukhlal.

27/11/2022

The Dialogue

Football’s World Cup of Hope

In partnership with Media City

As the FIFA World Cup descends on Qatar, The Dialogue looks at another World Cup tournament taking place, The Street Child World Cup.

27/11/2022

China

Chinese authorities crackdown amid rare public protests

Protests against harsh COVID restrictions spread across China over the weekend, with some protesters calling for President Xi Jinping to step down.

27/11/2022

China

Protests over COVID controls spread across China after fatal fire

President Xi Jinping’s government faces mounting anger at its “zero-COVID” policy that has brought lockdowns throughout China, after some 10 people died in an apartment fire.

27/11/2022

Sport

World Cup: Morocco stun Belgium, Croatia win, Germany draw with Spain

Here's everything you need to know about the football action at the World Cup today -- at a glance.

27/11/2022

Sport

Mbappe double helps France beat Denmark to reach World Cup last 16

Les Bleus became the first team to advance to the round of 16 thanks to Kylian Mbappe's second half brace, as France beat Denmark 2-1.

26/11/2022

Sport

World Cup: Lewandowski breaks duck as Poland beat Saudi Arabia 2-0

One of the best forwards in the world, Lewandowski’s barren streak at the World Cup was somewhat puzzling. Now, in his fifth match at the tournament, it’s over.

26/11/2022

Qatar

World Cup Saturday: Poland win, France beat Denmark, Argentina survive

Here's everything you need to know about the football action at the World Cup today -- at a glance.

26/11/2022

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Australia rules the waves at inaugural edition of Dubai Sail Grand Prix

The inaugural Dubai Sail Grand Prix has taken place marking the first Asia-Pacific leg of the Sail GP championship. Dubbed world’s most exciting racing on water the event was presented by P&O Marinas and took place at Dubai Mina Rashid.

25/11/2022

Spotlight

Global Cybersecurity Forum: rethinking the global cyber order

In partnership with Global Cybersecurity Forum

Transcending borders and impacting every aspect of people's lives, the cyber landscape is more complex than ever before. The Forum sought to improve peace of mind for parents, business owners, and governments while serving justice to cyber criminals.

25/11/2022

Sport

World Cup latest: USA tames England Lions in 0-0 draw

Here is our at-a-glance guide to the World Cup highlights from Friday in Qatar.

25/11/2022

Partner content

For 30 days a year Dubai transforms into a city-wide gym

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Now in its sixth year, Dubai Fitness Challenge is bigger than ever with a 30-day calendar of classes and events. The challenge is simple: complete 30 minutes of activity every day for 30 days

25/11/2022

Iran

Iran: Top football player arrested for criticising the Tehran regime

Voria Ghafouri was arrested for “insulting the national soccer team and propagandising against the government," Iranian news agencies reported.

25/11/2022

Sport

Record-breaking Ronaldo scores in 5 consecutive World Cups

The Portuguese striker became the first male player to score at five World Cups with his 65th-minute penalty in a 3-2 win over Ghana on Thursday.

24/11/2022

Football Now

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: The story of week 1

In partnership with Media City

All the talking points from a gripping first week at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

24/11/2022

Partner content

Using technology to make it rain

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

From adjusting the weather to pulling water from thin air, innovative technology is being used to help find a sustainable supply of drinking water.

24/11/2022

China

China expands lockdowns as COVID-19 cases hit daily record

Pandemic lockdowns are expanding across China as the number of new COVID-19 cases rose by 31,444 on Thursday. The daily caseload has been steadily increasing. Meanwhile authorities reported China’s first COVID-19 deaths in six months this week, bringing the total to 5,232.

24/11/2022

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Watch: World record-breaking drone display in Riyadh

It marks the launch of Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle brand, Ceer.

24/11/2022