Asia

Work

Japan will soon force companies to disclose gender pay gaps

Under the new rules, Japanese companies will have to disclose women's pay as a percentage of men's.

24/05/2022

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Taiwan high-tech showcase Computex opens in Taipei

One of Asia's largest computer trade shows, Computex, kicks off in Taiwan's capital city Taipei after a 3-year hiatus due to COVID-19, as the island looks to solidify its position in the high tech industry.

24/05/2022

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Taiwan man invents stroller for fish to 'explore other worlds'

Jerry Huang's aquatic pets rarely feel like two lost souls swimming in a fishbowl because they get to go for regular strolls. In the Taiwanese city of Taichung, Huang can be seen pushing his latest invention: a goldfish bowl on wheels.

24/05/2022

Scenes

The female rap group inspiring young women across India

In partnership with Media City

"Rapping gives me confidence. Rapping gives me a feeling of liberty and empowerment. It's my way of survival."

23/05/2022

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Images of collapsed unfinished building in southwest Iran

Videos posted on social media show the aftermath of a building collapse in southwestern Iran where at least six people died and 80 people are trapped under the rubble.

23/05/2022

Tech News

Apple reportedly aiming to boost production outside China due to COVID

The US tech giant is considering moving some production elsewhere after it warned China’s strict lockdowns were hurting its supplies and could send sales tanking.

23/05/2022

Culture news

Mohamed Alnaas scoops 2022 International Prize for Arabic Fiction

The novel, which was published with support from the Libyan Arete Foundation, is about masculinity in Libya. Set in a rural village, it follows the story of Milad as he struggles to live up to ideals surrounding what it means to be a man.

23/05/2022

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Massive sandstorm hits Baghdad and other Iraq cities

Vehicles drive down roads in Iraq's capital Baghdad as thick dust blankets the city. According to authorities, Iraq closed airports and public buildings as another sandstorm -- the ninth since mid-April -- hit the country.

23/05/2022

Europe News

MEPs cancel official trip to Israel & Palestine after one denied entry

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the arrival of Manu Pineda, President of the European Parliament's Delegation for relations with Palestine, "was not approved."

23/05/2022

Iran

Iranian Revolutionary Guard colonel killed by motorbike assassins

Iranian authorities hinted the death could be linked with other motorbike slayings previously attributed to Israel.

23/05/2022

Taiwan

US would intervene with military to defend Taiwan, says Biden

Biden’s comments were among the most forceful US presidential statements in support of self-governing in recent decades. He added that the burden to protect Taiwan is "even stronger' following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

23/05/2022

North Korea

North Korea claims progress despite thousands more with fever symptoms

North Korean authorities say that almost 220.000 more people with fever symptoms have been found. This comes as Kim Jong Un claims progress is being made to slow the spread of COVID-19.

21/05/2022

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Residents inspect damage after huge fire in Manila

Hundreds of residents tried to salvage parts of their destroyed homes on Friday, a day after a massive fire engulfed a residential compound in Manila.

20/05/2022

Eco-Innovation

Are robot beekeepers the secret to saving the vital pollinators?

A robot controls everything from the ideal temperature to honey harvesting.

20/05/2022

Lebanon

What now for Lebanon after Hezbollah loses its parliamentary majority?

We spoke to Middle East expert Dr Chloe Kattar, a research fellow in history at the University of Cambridge, to find out.

20/05/2022

Europe Decoded

Here's what EU election observers do when monitoring ballots abroad

In total, some 167 European election observers were dispatched including 30 who arrived in early April to begin the groundwork for a thorough assessment.

20/05/2022

Sport

Amnesty demands over €400m in damages from FIFA for Qatar workers

NGOs have accused Qatar of abusing migrant workers ahead of the World Cup.

19/05/2022

Cult

InClassica live: Taverna plays piano concerto 'From My Bookshelf'

In partnership with InClassica International Music Festival

Alessandro Taverna and the Berlin Symphony Orchestra will perform Alexei Shor’s “From my Bookshelf” and a Tchaikovsky's symphony as part of the InClassica music festival in Dubai.

19/05/2022

Qatar 365

From whale sharks to sea turtles: protecting Qatar’s sea life

In partnership with Media City

The waters off Qatar have a rich and varied marine life. But this is a delicate ecosystem and some species are in need of protection.

18/05/2022

Green News

How is Japan releasing Fukushima nuclear wastewater into the sea?

Japan is seeking to reassure neighbours that there is no serious risk to fish and people, 12 years on from the nuclear disaster.

18/05/2022

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Middle school student in Afghanistan makes model vehicles from waste

Shakirullah, a secondary school student in the city of Khōst, Afghanistan, collects waste materials in his district and builds model vehicles such as tractors and bulldozers.

18/05/2022

This will impact your life

How is China’s ‘zero-COVID’ policy impacting European businesses?

Shanghai, one of the world’s largest trading hubs, has been in lockdown since the end of March.

18/05/2022

Travel News

Was the fatal Chinese Eastern plane crash intentional?

Investigators have yet to find any technical fault with the Boeing which crashed in March, killing 132 passengers and crew.

18/05/2022

Destinations

Israel drops all travel restrictions in boost for tourism

Israel is celebrating a "crucial milestone" as it scraps all Covid-19 entry rules for travellers.

18/05/2022

Partner content

Arabian Travel Market 2022 opened its doors in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 opened its doors for The 29th edition in Dubai. The Middle East's largest travel and tourism exhibition brought together global decision-makers in the sector seeking out new growth horizons for the industry.

17/05/2022

Travel News

Sri Lanka: The latest travel advice as violent protests continue

The UK is now advising against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka, after the outbreak of violent anti-government protests.

17/05/2022