Asia

Iran

Iran warns airlines to avoid its airspace over military drills

Egypt’s Civil Aviation Ministry said Wednesday it has ordered Egyptian airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for three hours the following day.

08/08/2024

Destinations

Thailand's best beaches, bars and boat trips to experience visa-free

Thailand has doubled its visa-free entry allowance for EU passport holders to 60 days.

07/08/2024

Sport

Paris Olympics: China cracks down on 'fan wars' as woman gets arrested

The Paris Olympics have triggered major arguments between "ultra fans" in China, leading to the removal of thousands of social media posts and the suspension of hundreds of users.

07/08/2024

Culture news

700,000-year-old bone confirms existence of tiny 'hobbit' humans

Researchers have confirmed fossil evidence of three-foot-tall early humans on an Indonesian island from 700,000 years ago, possibly related to Homo floresiensis, known as "hobbits."

07/08/2024

Qatar 365

Open for business: Qatar hopes to become launchpad for tech startups

In partnership with Media City

From immersive fashion shows to becoming a launchpad for tech startups, Qatar 365 takes a look at how the country is embracing its future by diversifying its economy.

07/08/2024

Business

Tesla recalls more than 1.6 million cars for remote software fix

Tesla is recalling 1.68 million cars in China for a remote software upgrade to ensure that they warn the driver when the trunk is not locked shut, China's market regulator said.

07/08/2024

World News

Life goes on in Israel and Lebanon despite looming threat of war

Despite a climate of fear across the Middle East, everyday residents have little to do but get on with their lives.

07/08/2024

Earth News

Record high temperatures in Tokyo left 123 people dead in July

Tokyo residents have been urged to pay attention to heatstroke warnings as high temperatures continue into August.

07/08/2024

Gaza

Hamas names 7 October architect Yahya Sinwar as its new leader

Sinwar is top of Israel’s most-wanted list for masterminding the 7 October attacks, which left 1,200 people dead and about 250 taken hostage.

06/08/2024

China

China launches 18 satellites into space

The Long March-6 carrier rocket was launched from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in north China’s Shanxi Province.

06/08/2024

Japan

Over 120 dead in Tokyo as city sizzles through warmest July on record

Intense summer heat in Japan's capital city for the month of July killed scores of people, many of whom were found inside their homes with an air conditioner installed but not turned on.

06/08/2024

Iran

Iran and Russia to 'accelerate' strategic partnership, officials say

High-profile politicians from Iran and Russia met in Tehran this week to discuss strengthening ties, conflict in the Middle East and how to topple international power structures.

06/08/2024

Iran

Who are Iran-armed proxy forces poised to retaliate against Israel?

As Iran vows to retaliate against Israel for its alleged assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in its territory, Tehran may make use of militias and regional allies to exact revenge.

06/08/2024

Art

Musée Rodin to open first international outpost in Shanghai

Originally planned for Shenzen, the Centre d'Art Rodin will open in Shanghai in September with an exhibition of around 50 works by the famed sculptor.

06/08/2024

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Looting at residence of Bangladeshi PM after her resignation

The end to Sheikh Hasina's 15 years in power came after weeks of violent unrest during which nearly 300 people died, according to local media reports.

06/08/2024

Bangladesh

Protesters want Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead Bangladesh

The country's military chief General Waker-uz-Zamam said he was temporarily taking control of the country amid the unrest, but many won't accept him.

06/08/2024

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Prayers held for deceased after deadly Israeli strikes in central Gaza

Around five bodies arrived at a hospital in Gaza's Deir al-Balah on Monday after Israeli strikes killed eight people, including a child and five policemen, health authorities said.

05/08/2024

World News

Iran vows to respond to death of Hamas leader

Iran blames Israel for the death of Ismail Haniyeh who was killed in Tehran last week.

05/08/2024

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Cambodia breaks ground on China-funded canal

The €1.5 billion, 180-kilometer Funan Techo canal is planned to connect the country’s capital with Kep province on Cambodia’s south coast, giving it access to the Gulf of Thailand.

05/08/2024

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Hundreds in Kashmir protest on 5th anniversary of Indian control

Pakistan has long pushed for the right to self-determination under a UN resolution passed in 1948, which called for a referendum on whether Kashmiris wanted to merge with Pakistan or India.

05/08/2024

Ecotech

Japan unveils plans for a CO2-busting conveyor belt road system

Japan’s 500 km Autoflow-Road could slash emissions, worker shortages and traffic.

05/08/2024

Explore

Simple pleasures in Gabala: From ancient cuisine to outdoor adventure

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

A playground for outdoor adventure, Azerbaijan’s Gabala region has more to offer than simply beautiful nature. We dive into its rich history and culinary traditions – while taking in the views.

05/08/2024

Bangladesh

Bangladesh PM resigns and flees after weeks of unrest, reports claim

Sheikh Hasina's whereabouts are currently unknown after crowds stormed the prime ministerial palace in Dhaka.

05/08/2024

Yemen

Houthi rebels resume attacks with missile strike on container ship

The Houthis resumed missile attacks with a strike targeting container ship Groton in the Gulf of Aden after a two-week pause, following Israeli airstrikes and the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

05/08/2024

Israel

Israel-Hamas war: Hezbollah launches drone attack on northern Israel

All the latest updates from the crisis in the Middle East.

04/08/2024

Europe News

France urges nationals to leave Lebanon as fear of war looms

The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs asked its citizens on Sunday to arrange travel urgently due to “a highly volatile” security situation in the region, reminding them that commercial flights to France are “still available”.

04/08/2024