Asia

China

Xi, Biden exchange warnings as Taiwan visit plans spark tensions

The latest tensions between the world's two largest economies escalated around the US House speaker's plans to visit Taiwan, which the ruling Communist Party says has no right to conduct foreign relations.

29/07/2022

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Korea's Kim greets veterans on 'Victory Day' armistice anniversary

Korea's Kim greets veterans on 'Victory Day' armistice anniversary.

28/07/2022

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Pro-Sadr protesters rally inside Iraqi parliament

Supporters of powerful Iraqi cleric Moqtada Sadr storm parliament in the capital's high-security Green Zone.

28/07/2022

Travel News

Woman brutally attacked on holiday has insurance warning for others

Jordan Katherine endured every traveller's worst nightmare. Now, she wants you to check your insurance.

28/07/2022

Iraq

Iraq: Al-Sadr followers protest against Iran-backed PM candidate

The recent selection of Mohammed al-Sudani as the official nominee of a coalition led by Tehran-backed Shiite parties sparked Wednesday's demonstrations in Baghdad.

28/07/2022

North Korea

Kim Jong Un threatens with nukes to 'overwhelm any hostile forces'

North Korean leader's fiery speech on the anniversary of the end of the Korean War armistice was meant to boost domestic unity after the Asian hermit state was hit particularly hard by sanctions and COVID-19.

28/07/2022

Qatar 365

The roots of the fashion scene in Qatar: gowns, heels and sneakers

In partnership with Media City

From collectable sneakers to exclusive dresses, Qatar 365 has met some of the established designers, collectors, and fashion entrepreneurs behind some of the most popular fashion items in a country with a huge demand for luxury wear.

27/07/2022

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Long queues at Beirut bakeries as Lebanon bread crisis continues

Long lines form in front of bakeries and supermarkets in the Lebanese capital Beirut.

27/07/2022

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Kurash: an ancient folk wrestling becomes modern sport

Partner content presented by KFU

Kurash is one of the most ancient folk styles of wrestling known to humankind. According to research, the game emerged on the territory of modern Uzbekistan at least 3500 years ago.

27/07/2022

Iran

European powers urge Iran to agree to 'best possible' nuclear deal

Western European powers have pressed Iran to agree to a revived 2015 nuclear deal, saying what's on the table now is “the best possible deal.”

27/07/2022

Home

Saudi Arabia unveils plans for a city of two 170km-long skyscrapers

The Line makes up a major part of the wider Neom project first announced in 2017.

27/07/2022

Tech News

Google Maps finally launches Street View in India after 11-year wait

The Google Maps feature allows users to explore an area through 360-degree panoramic street-level images.

27/07/2022

China

New studies bolster theory COVID-19 emerged at Wuhan animal market

New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild

27/07/2022

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Film festival jury members floating on the Dead Sea

Jordan’s first international film festival that showcases Arab and international movies was long overdue. The Jordanian local film industry has begun to show what it can do, with talented directors winning international acclaim.

26/07/2022

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BMX star Nakamura unleashed in abandoned Wild West themepark

Japanese BMX star Rim Nakamura showed off his skills in an unusual setting.

26/07/2022

Scenes

Meet the Qatari farmer growing medicinal plants in the desert

In partnership with Media City

“Torba preserves traditional native plants of the Gulf region. We have heritage seeds and plants, and we grow many other plants from around the world.”

25/07/2022

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Sandstorm sweeps through China's Haixi region

A massive sandstorm hit northwestern China's Qinghai province recently.

25/07/2022

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Hundreds flock to the beach as temperatures soar in southern China

Images of people cooling down at the beach and under the shade as a heatwave strikes Xiamen city in southern China.

25/07/2022

Myanmar

Myanmar junta executes democracy activists amid international outcry

The hangings are believed to be the first executions in the country for more than 30 years.

25/07/2022

Iran

Flash floods in Iran kill at least 21 people with more missing

The drought-stricken Fars Province was hit by flash floods that swelled the Roudbal river sweeping away cars, killing over 20 people

23/07/2022

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InClassica 2022: Stars Lit up Dubai at 11th Edition of World’s Biggest Musical Observatory

Partner content presented by InClassica

Following a raucous reception at the 10th-anniversary celebration which took place last year, the InClassica International Music Festival recently returned to Dubai for its 11th edition.

22/07/2022

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Afghan tourists enjoy the peace in Bamiyan's sites

Afghan tourists enjoy a holiday riding boats at the Band-e Amir lake and walking through the ruins of where the famous Buddha statues once stood before being blown up by the Taliban in 2001.

22/07/2022

Syria

Four children killed in deadly Russian airstrike in Syria

A human rights group says the airstrike was carried out by a Russian warplane following four other Russian airstrikes in a town further north.

22/07/2022

Culture news

Is the best-selling manga of all time about to end?

Over its 25 year history, One Piece has become one of the most successful entertainment exports from Japan. Now, the creator looks to be considering its end.

21/07/2022

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Sri Lankan protesters disappointed with choice of new president.

Sri Lankans demonstrated outside the presidential office on Wednesday as lawmakers chose Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as the new president.

20/07/2022

Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan parliament elects Ranil Wickremesinghe as president

Ranil Wickremesinghe a six-time prime minister, is a seasoned politician with wide experience in diplomatic and international affairs.

20/07/2022