Asia

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Pictures of the week

A selection of some of the most impactful pictures as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues.

17/12/2023

Gaza

Top European diplomats step up calls for Gaza ceasefire

The level of pressure on Israel is increasing as the death toll in Gaza has been reported as up to 19,000.

17/12/2023

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu will fight to 'very end' amid truce calls

The latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

17/12/2023

Yemen

Shipping companies abandon Red Sea routes over Houthi attacks

The decision comes as a British destroyer shoots down a 'suspected attack drone' in the ocean which lies between Asia and Africa.

16/12/2023

Kuwait

Kuwait's ruling emir, Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, dies at 86

His death comes after was rushed to a hospital for an unspecified illness in late November.

16/12/2023

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Hostage talks may resume after 'mistake' deaths

The latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

16/12/2023

Explore

Off the beaten path in Japan, where locals live in harmony with nature

In partnership with JNTO

Want an authentic, sustainable travel experience in Japan? Our reporter Anca Ulea explores two Japanese towns where the environment has defined the way of life for generations

15/12/2023

Partner content

Exploring the snow-capped mountains of Azerbaijan

Partner content presented by Azerbaijan Tourism Board

At the eastern end of the Caucasus mountains, close to the Caspian Sea, is one of Eurasia’s best-kept secrets: the snow-cloaked slopes and breathtaking vistas of Azerbaijan’s ski resorts.

15/12/2023

Gaza

US says it wouldn’t be ‘fair’ for Israel to occupy post-war Gaza

The latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

15/12/2023

Design

Twisted reality: German firm wins bid for Tencent's futuristic HQ

The Chinese tech firm's 23,000 employees will work in a 'multi-dimensional' purpose-built 500,000 square metre campus that includes restaurants, shops, public services and cultural spaces.

15/12/2023

Football Now

World Cup 2022: 1 Year On

In partnership with Media City

Qatar's remarkable World Cup 2022 impacted the Middle East's football legacy, closing a longstanding sports gap between Europe and Asia.

14/12/2023

Earth News

COP28: Talks enter last day with no agreement in sight on fossil fuels

Hopes for finishing the critical summit on time are fading as countries are still far apart on key issues.

14/12/2023

Japan

A cultural melting pot: What’s so special about Tokyo’s arts scene?

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Tokyo is home to a vibrant and creative arts scene, boasting a variety of live performances and exhibitions, drawing on Japan’s rich history and culture.

13/12/2023

Qatar 365

Falcons, geeks, and Korean barbecue: the best of Qatar 365 in 2023

In partnership with Media City

Qatar 365 looks back on some of the most iconic moments of 2023, from ancient traditions like pearl diving and Sadu weaving to diverse culture with Indonesian theatre and anime geek events, with some of the best food experiences to have in Doha.

13/12/2023

Earth News

5 key takeaways from the 'historic' COP28 climate deal

Potholes, loopholes and the end of the road for COP28: Campaigners and experts react to the UN climate summit in Dubai agreement.

13/12/2023

Space

This start-up is trying to fuel a rocket engine with cow manure

Interstellar Technologies’ cow-dung fuelled rocket engine successfully launched for 10 seconds.

13/12/2023

Gaza

Nine Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza City ambush

Israeli troops are still locked in heavy combat with Hamas fighters in and around Gaza City, more than six weeks after invading the territory's north.

13/12/2023

The Cube

Were Gaza prisoners forced to strip to their underwear by Israel?

Men rounded up by troops, stripped to their underwear, and blindfolded. These shocking images of Palestinian prisoners have been widely shared these past few days. But some are raising questions about the authenticity of these videos.

13/12/2023

United Arab Emirates

COP28: Delegates agree to 'transition away' from fossil fuels

Negotiators at United Nations COP28 climate talks agreed Wednesday the world must transition away from planet-warming fossil fuels, a significant step toward shifting how the world is powered but one filled with questions about how soon and who will pay for the transition.

13/12/2023

Earth News

COP28: Landmark deal signals 'beginning of the end' for fossil fuels

After days of negotiations and uncertainty, the draft text was quickly approved this morning at COP28.

13/12/2023

Partner content

Luxury and sustainability: how tourists regenerate at the Red Sea resort

Partner content presented by Red Sea Global

The Red Sea resort is combining luxury and sustainability at new levels and aims to be the global leader in regenerative tourism.

12/12/2023

Earth News

Euroviews. COP28 could phase out fossil fuels without us realising

The various milestones agreed so far at COP28 are far from everything we need — but they’ll play a key role in shifting energy markets into a new gear under the realisation that the demise of the age of oil can be accelerated or delayed, but is ultimately unstoppable, Dr Nafeez Ahmed writes.

12/12/2023

Health news

Scared of injections? This floppy IV needle might change your mind

The new IV needle, which is rigid at room temperature like a conventional one, softens when it is inserted and reaches body temperature.

12/12/2023

Business

Zara just triggered a boycott campaign against its own business

Major brands like the Spanish Zara and the German Puma face a widening Palestinian boycott campaign.

12/12/2023

Business

FIFA+ Collect launches new digital collectibles

In collaboration with tech firm Modex, FIFA+ Collect has created a range of collectibles for the 2023 FIFA football Club World Cup.

12/12/2023

Earth News

COP28: What happened on day 12 of the UN climate conference?

Today was the scheduled end of talks but after a 'disappointing' draft text was released by the presidency, we're heading into overtime.

12/12/2023