Asia

Afghanistan

Several killed and injured in explosions outside Kabul shcool

Police said the blasts had targeted educational facilities in a mostly Shiite neighbourhood of Afghanistan's capital city.

19/04/2022

Travel News

Hong Kong's quarantine hotels are creating mountains of plastic waste

A zero-COVID policy means everything from remotes to pillows and food has to be wrapped in plastic.

19/04/2022

Earth News

Singapore and New Zealand agree to tackle climate change together

Low-carbon and green technologies are included in the joint efforts agreed by prime ministers from both countries.

19/04/2022

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Turkish charity holds iftar for Syrian orphans in war-torn Idlib

Syrian orphaned children have a fast-breaking iftar meal organised by the charitable "Turkiye Diyanet Foundation" at a fairground in al-Bardaqli town, in the northern countryside of the rebel-held city of Idlib.

19/04/2022

Health news

Electric chopsticks could help cut salt intake but keep the taste

Japanese researchers say their device attracts sodium ions, making a low salt diet a tastier option.

19/04/2022

Scenes

The Lebanese dynamic duo helping frontline workers this Ramadan

In partnership with Media City

"The story of the crisis transformed our relationship with this country. These people in this country are heroes to sustain this current situation."

18/04/2022

China

Frustration in Shanghai over COVID-19 lockdown policy

As Shanghai and other cities shut down to fight coronavirus outbreaks, China faces sinking economic growth.

18/04/2022

Iraq

Turkey launches new military offensive in northern Iraq

Turkish jets and artillery struck targets belonging to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) in northern Iraq, while commandos - supported by helicopters and drones - crossed into Iraqi territory.

18/04/2022

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Jerusalem's Christians gather for Easter service

Jerusalem's Christians gathered at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Easter services. Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, as recounted in the Bible. Christians traditionally believe Jesus was crucified and buried at the site where the Jerusalem church now stands.

17/04/2022

North Korea

Kim Jong Un attends parade honouring grandfather's birthday

North Korea's Kim Jong Un attends parade honouring grandfather's birthday

16/04/2022

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Prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque hours after clashes

Hours after clashes between Palestinians and Israeli police at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, the mosque was re-opened, and some 60,000 people attended the main Friday prayers midday, according to the Islamic endowment that administers the site.

15/04/2022

Culture news

Filipino Catholic devotees whip themselves in brutal Easter ritual

While most Catholics in the Philippines spend Good Friday at church or with family, others go to more extreme lengths to atone for their sins

15/04/2022

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Clashes at Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem

Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli police clash at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound.

15/04/2022

Israel

EU and US call for restraint after Al-Aqsa mosque clashes injure 150

More than 150 Palestinians were hurt and hundreds more arrested in clashes with Israeli riot police inside Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound on Friday.

15/04/2022

Conscious Travel

Take remote working to the next level with this Bali coworking camp

Who said you can’t mix work and pleasure? Coworking camps are penned to be a hot holiday choice for the summer.

15/04/2022

Partner content

Digital government: can digitalisation shape a better future?

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Can digitalisation shape a better future by improving government and citizens' well-being? That was the key theme at the eighth edition of the World Government Summit in Dubai.

14/04/2022

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Washing of the Feet ceremony at the Holy Sepulchre

A Holy Thursday ceremony was held at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre as Catholics mark Holy Week in Jerusalem.

14/04/2022

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Thousands attend former Pakistani PM Imran Khan's rally in Peshawar

Thousands attended rally in support of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan Wednesday evening in Peshawar. Khan was dismissed Sunday after losing a no-confidence vote.

14/04/2022

The Exchange

Art and crime - the dark side of the antiquities trade

In partnership with Media City

The global art and antiquities trade is a multi-billion dollar industry. But this market has also spurred illegal trade in stolen antiquities. In this episode, The Exchange explores the growing trade in stolen art and artefacts and asks what more can be done to prevent it.

13/04/2022

Moments

How is Thailand making scuba diving accessible for everyone?

This scuba diving experience in Thailand is making the underwater world accessible to all.

13/04/2022

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Syrians queue to receive free Iftar meals in Damascus

Syrians queue to receive free Iftar meals being distributed by a local charity in the capital of Damascus.

12/04/2022

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North Korean youth dance to celebrate 10th anniversary of Kim Jong Un in power

Students and youth wearing face masks dance in Pyongyang to commemorate the 10th anniversary of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in power.

12/04/2022

Moments

This hanging restaurant in Jakarta takes fine dining to new heights

‘Lounge in the Sky’ has just opened in Jakarta, serving fine dining 50 metres in the air.

12/04/2022

Scenes

Qatari chef cooking up a storm in Doha

In partnership with Media City

"I'm done with being a home-based business. I need to be represented somewhere where people can experience the full experience."

11/04/2022

Partner content

Modern Pirates hack superyachts' cybersecurity

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Cyber security and hydrogen-powered boats were the big themes at this year's Dubai International Boat Show. Sci-tech went to find out more.

11/04/2022

Pakistan

Pakistan's prime minister Imran Khan ousted in no-confidence vote

Khan was voted out in the Sunday morning vote after several political allies and a key party in his ruling coalition deserted him.

10/04/2022