Asia

Iran

How did Israel's attacks impact Iran's nuclear programme?

Israel attacked Iran's Arak heavy water reactor, causing no civilian damage. The strikes targeted major nuclear sites and killed 14 Iranian scientists.

19/06/2025

Israel

Iran strikes southern Israel's largest hospital, injuring dozens

One of Israel's main hospitals was directly hit by Iranian missiles on Thursday, injuring dozens of people. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a swift response.

19/06/2025

Kazakhstan

China outpaces rivals in Central Asia with new deals

At the second China-Central Asia Summit, leaders of six states came together to reaffirm their commitment to working closely on all sectors of economy, as Beijing pledged 1.5 billion yuan (€182 million) for the region’s development.

19/06/2025

Health news

What are the health risks of Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites?

The attacks have raised fears about nuclear contamination that could raise health risks.

19/06/2025

World News

Trump will decide on whether to attack Iran 'within two weeks'

US President Donald Trump's top priority at the moment is to "ensure" that Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon, the White House press secretary told reporters on Thursday.

19/06/2025

Tech News

How Israel used AI and smuggled-in drones to prepare attack on Iran

AI was used to help Israelis quickly sift through troves of data they had obtained, said one officer.

18/06/2025

No Comment

Watch: Indonesia volcano eruption sends ash 10km into sky

A powerful eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia on Tuesday sent ash clouds soaring over 10 kilometres into the air, forcing evacuations and flight disruptions.

18/06/2025

No Comment

Porcelain wind chimes ring in summer in Japanese pottery town

A summer festival in Japan’s Saga Prefecture is offering visitors a sensory experience with the soft sounds of porcelain wind chimes made by local artisans.

18/06/2025

Modern Nomads

Kazakhstan opens Institute to study Caspian Sea

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Modern Nomads, we turn our focus to the Caspian Sea. Shared by five coastal countries — Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan — the regional treasure faces a critical decline in sea levels.

18/06/2025

The Exchange

Embracing the incredible power of Artificial Intelligence

In partnership with Media City

Experts examine the transformative impact of artificial intelligence across various sectors, focusing on innovation, adoption challenges and key initiatives that are shaping the future of technology and society.

18/06/2025

Europe News

Israel starts flying home citizens stuck abroad during Iran conflict

Repatriation flights have started landing in Israel amid its conflict with Iran, but thousands of Israelis remain stranded in countries such as Bulgaria.

18/06/2025

Indonesia

Three Australians arrested in Bali over fatal shooting of compatriot

The three suspects face charges including murder and firearm offences that could result in a life sentence or the death penalty if found guilty, police said.

18/06/2025

Tech News

Iran asks its citizens to delete WhatsApp from their devices

WhatsApp should be deleted from Iranian devices, a state official said on TV Tuesday as a conflict with Israel enters its sixth day.

18/06/2025

Iran

Explosions heard in Tehran as Israel launches a new wave of airstrikes

US President Donald Trump says diplomatic talks are still an option for Iran as he offers to send Vice President JD Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff to resume talks with the Iranians amid heightened regional tensions and cross-border attacks.

18/06/2025

Gaza

At least 51 killed in Gaza near aid distribution point, hospitals say

Local hospitals reported that Israeli forces carried out an air strike on a nearby home before opening fire toward the crowd in the southern city of Khan Younis.

17/06/2025

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Crater found in central Israel following overnight Iranian attack

A crater was left in Herzliya, just north of Tel Aviv, after Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles at Israel overnight and into Tuesday morning.

17/06/2025

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Tehran residents flee as Israel-Iran conflict continues for fifth day

Tehran began emptying early on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump urged the immediate evacuation of the Iranian capital amid intensifying Israeli airstrikes.

17/06/2025

Silk Road Adventures

Stihia Festival draws global crowds to Aral Sea’s vanished shoreline

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

Stihia Festival attracts thousands to Muynak, Uzbekistan, spotlighting the Aral Sea’s environmental crisis while blending electronic music, art, and local culture on the site of a vanished sea.

17/06/2025

East-West Connect

Kazakhstan’s aviation is set to triple—what’s behind the surge?

In partnership with MDQ

Positioned between Europe and East Asia, Kazakhstan is fast emerging as a ‘midway hub.’ With its aviation sector set to triple over the next decade, what’s fuelling the take-off?

17/06/2025

Iran

Thousands flee Tehran as conflict with Israel continues to escalate

A partial evacuation order was issued by the Israeli military to 330,000 people living in the centre of Iran’s capital early on Monday.

17/06/2025

Iran

Tehran's fate up in air as Trump vows 'a real end'

As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates, Israeli Defence Minister Katz and US President Trump call for the immediate evacuation of Tehran residents, warning of severe consequences, while the EU's Kallas confirmed the bloc is working on evacuating its citizens.

17/06/2025

Health news

Meet the doctors who rushed to save lives after deadly Air India crash

Many believe that the death toll would have been higher if it had not been for the intervention of the trainee doctors and students.

17/06/2025

Iran

Trump warns residents of Iran's capital to evacuate 'immediately'

The deadly conflict has claimed the lives of dozens of people across both countries as aerial attacks continue for a fifth day.

17/06/2025

Iran

Israel strikes Iran's 'propaganda' TV station during live broadcast

Israel's Defence Minister confirmed the attack, which followed an Israeli evacuation warning. An anchor reported 'bodies of reporters' at the site.

16/06/2025

Kazakhstan

Rosatom and CNNC to spearhead Kazakhstan’s nuclear return

Kazakhstan, one of the world’s top uranium producers, currently relies mostly on coal-fired plants for power, alongside hydropower and a growing renewables sector.

16/06/2025

Scenes

Watch: India’s Formula 4 star on the road to success

In partnership with Media City

Focused, fearless and fast. Shriya Lohia’s dreams are in overdrive. The 16-year-old wants to be a Formula 1 champion one day.

16/06/2025