Asia

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Pakistan floods death toll surges past 1,200

Pakistani authorities on Friday warned people in devastated southern Sindh province to move to safer places before more floodwater from the swollen Indus river is expected to hit the region this week.

02/09/2022

Afghanistan

Afghanistan mosque blast kills at least 18, including senior cleric

The explosion occurred in the western city of Herat during traditional Friday prayers.

02/09/2022

Culture news

Preserving the traditional art of Indian Block Printing

A traditional textiles factory in Rajasthan India is bringing the ancient art of block printing back to life and a French-Indian woman is leading the charge.

02/09/2022

Football Now

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: How far can the hosts go?

In partnership with Media City

With less than 100 days to go, Qatar is almost ready for FIFA World Cup 2022 but just how good is the host nation on the pitch?

01/09/2022

Partner content

Conference in Turkmenistan promotes sustainable transport development in landlocked countries

Partner content presented by Ministerial Transport Conference of LLDCs

In times of ongoing turbulence, encompassing the conflicts, economic hardship and pandemics, landlocked countries face a unique set of challenges.

01/09/2022

Destinations

The Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Complex Opens in Uzbekistan

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

A stunning new tourist complex The Silk Road Samarkand, has opened in Uzbekistan. Here modern hospitality standards are enhanced by the traditions of the past. Next to modern hotels, this city was built by craftsmen using ancient skills to create modern wonders.

01/09/2022

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Protest at Japanese Embassy against dolphin kill

More than a dozen Filipino marine wildlife advocates marched to the Japanese Embassy in Manila on Thursday to protest the resumption of the annual drive fisheries, which sees the capture and kill of hundreds of dolphins in Japan.

01/09/2022

China

UN report slams China for 'torture and sexual violence' in Xinjiang

The Chinese government had tried to block the release of the report, which was finally published a few moments before the end of the term in office of human rights chief Michelle Bachelet.

01/09/2022

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Malaysia celebrates 65th Independence Day with parades

Malaysia celebrates its 65th Indepence Day on Wednesday in the capital of Kuala Lumpur, with over 20,000 people taking part in parades that involved flag-waving uniformed personnel and military vehicles.

31/08/2022

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Pakistan victims walk for hours due to dilapidated infrastructure

Due to the heavy damage to the infrastructure of the flood in Pakistan, those in need walk for hours to reach the aid.

31/08/2022

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India's elephant god idol makers gear up for mega-festival after Covid hiatus

Plaster-caked workers bustle around colourful idols of the elephant god Ganesha along a narrow Mumbai street, racing to complete the storeys-high statues for one of India's biggest religious festivals as business booms after a Covid hiatus.

30/08/2022

Saudi Arabia

Saudi woman sentenced to 45 years in prison for online posts, says NGO

Nourah al-Qahtani's sentence comes just weeks after another Saudi woman, Salma al-Shehab, was jailed for 34 years for following and retweeting activists on Twitter.

30/08/2022

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Humanitarian medical centre welcomes flood victims in Pakistan

A humanitarian medical centre is providing care for the growing number of victims of the floods that are affecting large parts of Pakistan

30/08/2022

Climate

Shocking photos show one third of Pakistan submerged by deadly floods

The "monster" monsoon has affected 1 in 7 people, and follows the previous “climate blow” of deadly heatwaves earlier this year.

30/08/2022

Iran

Iran jails two Swedish citizens for alleged drug trafficking

Tensions between Tehran and Stockholm soared after a Swedish court convicted a former Iranian official of war crimes during the 1980s.

30/08/2022

Pakistan

One-third of Pakistan underwater after 'apocalyptic' floods

"Right now, one-third of Pakistan is underwater and 33 million are affected. This is a huge humanitarian disaster and I would call it quite apocalyptic."

30/08/2022

Iraq

Dozens dead in Iraq chaos after influential Shiite cleric resigns

Iraq’s military announced a nationwide curfew in response to the violence which has wounded hundreds of people in clashes with security forces.

29/08/2022

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Displaced Pakistanis are distraught after the floods.

Exhausted villagers in southern Pakistan stand in front of their flooded homes as their possessions and livelihoods are washed away..

28/08/2022

The Dialogue

Born to lead: Western Australian Premier on how his convictions get him through tough times

In partnership with Media City

Mark McGowan steered his state through the Covid-19 pandemic, a real test for any leader. He explains to The Dialogue how his military service shaped his life and prepared him for a role as a public servant.

28/08/2022

Pakistan

Pakistan floods: A thousand dead, millions impacted by disaster

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for international aid as the country struggles to cope.

28/08/2022

Partner content

Linda Mahoney Founder and partner of BetterHomes in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Linda Mahoney speaks about being the mother of two small children living in Dubai over 20 years ago, when she was faced with a dilemma, to stay and make a business for herself or return to the US. She stayed and built her BetterHomes real estate business from scratch. It now employs 450 employees.

26/08/2022

Stays

Dubai expands mega-resort with unbelievable €47,000 a night suites

Dubai's newest hotel comes complete with fire-breathing fountains and 150,000 square metres of marble.

26/08/2022

Taiwan

EU would be a 'welcome' moderator in Taiwan's crisis with China

Tensions between Beijing and Taipei have escalated significantly following a visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan in early August.

26/08/2022

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Pakistan: Evacuated residents await help after deadly floods

Evacuees from Zajanpur and Sukkur, Pakistan, wait for help after deadly floods caused by record monsoon rains.

26/08/2022

Football Now

World Cup 2022 Qatar: What accommodation is available for fans?

In partnership with Media City

With over one million supporters expected to visit Qatar during the tournament, we take a look at the accommodation options on offer for supporters.

25/08/2022

Explore

Sheki and Lahij: A journey into the heart of Azerbaijani heritage

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

Our new series, 'Explore Azerbaijan' takes an in-depth look at the country's rich heritage and landscapes. In this first episode we discover two must-see locations along the ancient 'Silk Road': Sheki and Lahij.

25/08/2022