Asia

Spotlight

Hong Kong's start-up ecosystem goes sky-high

In partnership with Hong Kong

Small and medium-size businesses from Europe are a key part of Hong Kong’s economic ecosystem. In this episode of Spotlight Hong Kong, we hear their stories.

01/11/2021

Euronews Debates

Euronews Debates: How should China and Europe transition to clean energy?

In partnership with China Global Television Network (CGTN)

Experts from Europe and China debate the pathways to a clean energy future, focusing on the concrete steps towards shared carbon neutrality goals.

01/11/2021

China

34,000 tested at Shanghai Disneyland after visitor gets COVID-19

Thousands of people were locked down inside Disneyland in Shanghai as they awaited a coronavirus test after a previous visitor tested positive.

01/11/2021

Destinations

Thailand is now quarantine-free: Here's where to visit

Bangkok is one of the biggest tourist hotspots in the country.

01/11/2021

Japan

Man in 'Joker costume' attacks passengers on Japan train

A man attacked passengers on a Tokyo commuter train on Sunday, stabbing at least one and starting a fire.

01/11/2021

Cult

Contemporary composer Alexey Shor takes centre stage at InClassica International Music Festival

In partnership with InClassica International Music Festival

Contemporary composer Alexey Shor was one of the composers who featured at the 2021 InClassica International Music Festival, with a series of his most beloved pieces performed by renowned soloists and orchestras. He received high praise from audiences, musicians, and critics.

31/10/2021

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Rising sea level forces villagers to leave coastal areas

Bangladesh is particularly vulnerable to flooding and extreme weather. As cyclones and tidal surges hit its coastal regions, agriculture is being lost and people are being forced to abandon their lands.

31/10/2021

Syria

'House of the Child' welcomes Syria's abandoned children

In a conservative society where adulterous relationships are not accepted, the deteriorating economic conditions might also be a reason for children being abandoned, according to Younes Abo Amin, manager of "House of the Child".

29/10/2021

World

Pre-school education in Uzbekistan goes mobile

In partnership with NAESMI

More children are getting access to preschool education in Uzbekistan. Alternative school models are being introduced, like a bus with a teacher that arrives in some remote villages every morning, empowering children to make their own choices about how they learn.

29/10/2021

Myanmar

Myanmar's military systematically torture its detainees: AP

An estimated 1,200 people have been killed by security forces, including around 131 tortured to death, AP reported.

29/10/2021

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Clean-up of shores covered with pumice stones due to underwater volcanic eruption underway

Okinawa Prefecture in southwestern Japan has begun removing large volumes of pumice stones that have drifted into a port in Kunigami Village.

29/10/2021

Football Now

Climate crisis: How can football make a difference?

In partnership with Media City

Ahead of COP26, we look at the relationship between football and the climate crisis, asking the question, is the sport doing enough to help the cause?

28/10/2021

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Filipinos flock to cemeteries ahead of All Saints' Day closure

People flock to cemeteries in the Catholic-majority Philippines for their last chance to visit dead loved ones ahead of a government-ordered nationwide closure of graveyards for All Saints' Day.

28/10/2021

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Palestinians kicked off site as Israel demolishes cemetary

Israeli police kick Palestinians out of the al-Yusufiye cemetery near the Lion's Gate entrance to the Aqsa mosque compound in east Jerusalem as the construction of the Jewish National Park continues.

28/10/2021

Health news

Malaysian gynaecologist creates 'world's first unisex condom'

Its inventor hopes the Wondaleaf Unisex Condom will empower people to take better control of their sexual health regardless of their sex or sexual orientation.

28/10/2021

Culture news

Squid Game doll in Seoul attracts Netflix fans in their droves

The doll arrived in the South Korean capital this week and has sent green tracksuit-clad fans into a frenzy.

27/10/2021

Qatar 365

How are Qatar’s traditions and culture inspiring its architecture?

In partnership with Qatar Foundation

From the FIFA World Cup 2022 stadiums to smart cities, we take a look at Qatar’s buildings and what they have to say about the country. We find out how architecture is helping to define the nation’s identity.

27/10/2021

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Sinkholes emerge with the 'unstoppable' receding of the Dead Sea

Sinkholes emerge with the 'unstoppable' receding of the Dead Sea

27/10/2021

Myanmar

Myanmar: Suu Kyi trial 'seriously abridges free and fair standards'

Human Rights Watch says gag orders have been imposed on the deposed leader's lawyers and information on her trial is hard to come by.

26/10/2021

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Women protest the world's 'silence' over crisis in Afghanistan

Women protest the world's 'silence' over crisis in Afghanistan

26/10/2021

Japan

Japan's Princess Mako loses royal status by marrying a commoner

The Imperial House Law allows only male succession. Female members of the royal family must renounce their royal status when they marry a commoner.

26/10/2021

Destinations

A visitors guide to Seoul: Here's what you need to know

South Korea's bustling capital, Seoul offers visitors luxury, leisure and tradition in one thriving city.

25/10/2021

Japan

Japan's hydrogen power play

In partnership with The Government of Japan

In this episode of Green Japan we focus on the power of hydrogen as an alternative energy to fossil fuels

25/10/2021

World News

Second Hong Kong activist convicted under National Security Law

Ma Chun-man is the second person to be tried under the controversial law and the first to be convicted for non-violent offenses.

25/10/2021

Afghanistan

Taliban launches food-for-work programme to tackle hunger crisis

The country is already suffering from poverty, drought, electricity blackouts, and a failing economic system.

25/10/2021

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan leader wins second term in 'not truly competitive' election

Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has won re-election with 90% of the vote, preliminary results showed on Monday.

25/10/2021