Asia

Iran

Iran responding to Mahsa Amini protests with 'overwhelming repression'

"It seems that Iran's current regime has been a deeply extractive and repressive one," said author and economist Daron Acemogulu.

11/11/2022

Health news

These tiny sensors on your face can spell out what you’re saying

A new silent speech recognition system could help deaf people communicate, while also finding applications within the army and police.

11/11/2022

Culture news

In pictures: Afghan women banned from funfairs and parks

Since taking over Afghanistan, the Taliban have said women should not leave the home without a male relative and must cover their faces.

11/11/2022

Football Now

What can fans expect when coming to Qatar's World Cup?

In partnership with Media City

Football, fanzones and fire-breathing spiders...there's something for everyone at the Qatar World Cup.

10/11/2022

Destinations

Ras Al-Khaimah: Discover the Emirates' adventure capital

This quiet corner of the Emirates' city is shaping up to be a haven for adrenaline-seekers.

10/11/2022

Qatar 365

Accessibility and empowerment: key goals of Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

In partnership with Media City

Could Qatar be the most accessible FIFA World Cup tournament ever? People with disabilities have been part of the planning of stadia, and the Street Children World Cup highlighted the striking similarity of issues affecting street-connected children worldwide.

09/11/2022

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Sikhs gather in Pakistan to celebrate founder Guru Nanak's birth

Sikhs gather in Pakistan to celebrate founder Guru Nanak's birth

09/11/2022

Partner content

Why metaverse real estate is selling for millions

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Metaverse real estate values are skyrocketing, with one plot selling for a record €2.49 million. Decentraland's Sam Hamilton explains why

09/11/2022

Partner content

From Dubai to Spain: How Huspy is disrupting the home-buying market

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

The UAE-born ‘PropTech’ platform is simplifying the process of buying homes, arranging viewings online and delivering initial mortgage quotes within 30 seconds

09/11/2022

Partner content

Saudi: the new frontier for sporting adventures

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

From scuba diving and hiking to horse racing and wrestling, Saudi is claiming its title as an international sports hub

09/11/2022

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Watch: Dramatic scenes as a total lunar eclipse is seen

Millions of people across the world were able to see a total lunar eclipse, which was visible throughout North America, across Asia, Australia and the rest of the Pacific.

08/11/2022

Destinations

Seychelles: The eco-friendly islands with 12 hours of sunshine per day

Home to just 90,000 people, the 115 islands of Seychelles are at the forefront of the climate crisis.

08/11/2022

Qatar

Fury as Qatar World Cup envoy calls homosexuality 'damage in the mind'

The German government has described as "terrible" comments by Qatari official Khalid Salman who said homosexuality was "damage in the mind" and visiting gay fans would have to "accept our rules".

08/11/2022

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Watch: Myanmar holds its Tazaungdaing light festival

People gathered in the hills of central Myanmar to enjoy the annual Tazaungdaing light festival that marks the end of the rainy season in a fiery nighttime display of exploding hot air balloons.

07/11/2022

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What does the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit mean for Europe?

Partner content presented by Silk Road Samarkand

As inflation and energy shortages continue to rise in Europe, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) could fill the gap left by Russian sanctions.

07/11/2022

Partner content

A passion for independent film: Rami Yasin

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

In this episode of Meet the Locals, we meet Rami Yasin, a filmmaker and the founder of Breakout Films

07/11/2022

Tech News

Apple warns of iPhone 14 shipment delays after China COVID lockdown

Hoping to get an iPhone 14 for Christmas? Uh-oh: Apple is warning there's strong demand but little supply right now.

07/11/2022

Global Japan

Is ammonia the future for clean shipping?

In partnership with The Government of Japan

It’s versatile and abundant and you can store and transport it. Ammonia is seen by many as a future source of clean energy.

07/11/2022

Tech News

How Iranians are hopping between VPNs to stay connected

Amid mass protests and an Internet crackdown, demand for VPNs has surged in Iran - but finding ones that work is a challenge.

06/11/2022

Israel

Israel: Outgoing PM calls for national unity after Netanyahu's victory

Outgoing premier Yair Lapid warned of the deep divisions plaguing the country after Israel's fifth election since 2019.

06/11/2022

Cult

The "father" of Azerbaijani classical music, Uzeyir Hajibeyli.

In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan

The influence of Uzeyir Hajibeyli on the further development of musical artform in Azerbaijan is difficult to overestimate. His innovative and, at times, revolutionary decisions changed the perception of operatic performance, and led to his opera, “Leyli and Majnun”, the first of the East.

06/11/2022

Sport

A Golden day for Azerbaijan

Local hero Hidayat Heydarov was on fire all day on the way to his Gold Medal. He was joined by fellow countrymen, Saied Mollaei, who won his first Gold in 3 years and brought the Azerbaijan tally to 3 Gold medals. This drove the home-crowd wild with joy at the Heydar Aliyev stadium.

05/11/2022

World News

North Korea fires more missiles as US flies bombers over the south

North Korea added to its recent barrage of weapon demonstrations by launching four ballistic missiles into the sea on Saturday.

05/11/2022

Bahrain

Pope Francis attracts thousands in first-ever Bahrain visit

An estimated 30,000 people crowded into a sports stadium in Bahrain to attend a mass by Pope Francis.

05/11/2022

China

Scholz under pressure over China visit

As European nations continue to pressure China over alleged human rights abuses German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has come in for criticism over his trip to Beijing

04/11/2022

Sport

2022 Baku Grand Slam: 50 Years of Judo in Azerbaijan

The fans were treated to Balabay Aghayev's stunning gold medal victory on home soil.

04/11/2022