Asia

North Korea

Kim Jong-un's sister mocks South Korean attempts to improve relations

Kim Yo-jong said on Thursday that Seoul's attitude towards North Korea “remains unchanged and can never change”.

14/08/2025

Destinations

How to combine your holiday destinations for a greener vacation

Tripchaining can help travellers save money and time, while spending more time in destinations for a more authentic and memorable holiday.

14/08/2025

Japan

Kazakhstan marks National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Kazakhstan’s National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan featured music, cultural performances and innovation, drawing thousands of visitors.

14/08/2025

Iran

Iran’s president criticises Netanyahu's pledge to help in water crisis

Pezeshkian's response came as Netanyahu addressed Iranians in a video message on Tuesday, pledging that Israel would help solve the country’s severe water shortages once Iran is “free” from the current government.

14/08/2025

Afghanistan

Taliban registers 1,800 unemployed Afghan refugees for jobs in Qatar

Rights groups and the UN have repeatedly warned that some Afghans returning are at risk of persecution because of their gender, profession or links to the former Western-backed administration.

13/08/2025

Gaza

IDF approves plan for expanded offensive in Gaza, spokesperson says

No further details about the plan that has been agreed to or a timeline have been released but the announcement comes days after Israel’s security cabinet approved plans for the take over of Gaza City following an all-night session.

13/08/2025

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Typhoon Podul brings heavy rain and damage to southern Taiwan

Typhoon Podul made landfall in Taiwan’s southeast on Wednesday, forcing school and office closures as authorities warned of heavy rain and damaging winds across agricultural regions.

13/08/2025

Syria

Turkey says Israel and Kurdish fighters shouldn't destabilise Syria

Since Islamist-led insurgents ousted former President Bashar al-Assad in a rebel offensive in December, the interim government in Damascus has struggled to maintain stability and heal the wounds of the nearly 14-year civil war.

13/08/2025

Taiwan

Thousands evacuated in Taiwan as Typhoon Podul makes landfall

More than 5,500 people had been evacuated in advance of the typhoon’s arrival on Wednesday, according to authorities.

13/08/2025

Economy

The new 'Tiger economy': Vietnam's 2045 get rich quick plan

Vietnam wants to follow in the footsteps of Taiwan and South Korea, but focusing on one single industry is no longer viable to build a strong and resilient economy.

13/08/2025

South Korea

South Korea's ex first lady arrested over corruption allegations

Investigators are seeking to charge Kim over alleged crimes in one of three probes launched under Seoul’s new liberal government, targeting the presidency of Yoon, a conservative who was removed from office in April.

13/08/2025

Israel

Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire talks now focus on hostages

The long-running indirect talks appeared to break down last month; however, a Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo for ceasefire talks on Tuesday, according to Egyptian state media.

13/08/2025

Philippines

Philippines blames China for ships collision in South China Sea

The confrontation near the Scarborough Shoal was the latest flare-up of the long-simmering territorial standoff in the contested waters of the South China Sea.

12/08/2025

Markets

World’s most indebted company, China Evergrande, delisted in Hong Kong

The collapsed property giant central to China’s real estate crisis will be delisted in Hong Kong this month, highlighting the deepening turmoil in the debt-laden sector.

12/08/2025

Iran

Iran says it detained 21,000 'suspects' during 12-day Israel conflict

Iranian police say 261 suspects of espionage and 172 people accused of unauthorised filming were arrested in the security forces' crackdown.

12/08/2025

Gaza

At least 100 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza

The United Kingdom released a statement with 27 of its allies, many of them European, condemning the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and calling on Israel to take immediate steps to alleviate humanitarian suffering.

12/08/2025

Business

Sweden’s Scania to export half of China-produced trucks at new site

Scania’s new Chinese production facility will open in October in a bid to reduce costs in the Asian market and stay ‘close to rivals’.

12/08/2025

Silk Road Adventures

The colours of Uzbekistan’s bazaars are not just about commerce

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Bazaars are living symbols of the country’s historical role as a crossroads of civilizations and its vibrant present-day culture.

12/08/2025

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Injured elephant repeatedly visits Indian village for food and water

An elephant with a leg injury has been making daily visits to a village on the outskirts of Assam in northeast India, searching for food and water.

12/08/2025

World News

Trump's election paved way for Israeli attacks on Iran - sources

Israel had long planned an attack on Iran but delayed it until several factors aligned: Donald Trump’s election in the US, the conclusion of a 60-day period of nuclear negotiations, and specific Iranian attacks.

12/08/2025

Indonesia

Indonesian court sentences two men to public caning over sexual acts

Monday's verdict was the fifth time that Aceh has sentenced people to public caning for homosexuality since strict Islamic law was implemented in the province.

11/08/2025

Gaza

Reactions pour in criticising Israel's killing of Al Jazeera crew

Five staff members of the Doha-based Al Jazeera Network were targeted in the early hours of Monday in Gaza City. The network has condemned the targeting of its journalists, calling the strike “deliberate assassinations.”

11/08/2025

Japan

Several people missing after powerful rains lash southern Japan

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged residents to "prioritise actions to save your lives" as heavy rainfall triggered flooding and mudslides in the country's south.

11/08/2025

Gaza

Israeli strikes on Gaza continue as army prepares to expand offensive

Israeli strikes on Gaza killed multiple civilians, including media workers and a family, amid international criticism. PM Netanyahu has defended Israel's plans to expand the offensive into Gaza City.

11/08/2025

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Nepal holds first Pride rally since major funding cuts

Hundreds of people marched through Kathmandu on Sunday in Nepal’s annual pride rally, the first to be held since a major reduction in overseas funding.

11/08/2025

Voices from Central Asia

Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva reimagines traditional kobyz

In partnership with MDQ

Renowned Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva is reshaping the future of classical music in her country through her mastery of the kobyz, or Kazakh violin.

11/08/2025