Asia

Gaza

Israeli airstrike on Gaza kills at least 100, officials say

The Tabeen school compound in central Gaza was hit early on Saturday morning, resulting in the deaths of at least 100. Government officials say they expect the death toll to rise.

10/08/2024

Iran

Iran accelerating activity to influence US election, says Microsoft

In their newest threat intelligence report, Microsoft said Iran was accelerating online activity which appears intended to influence the upcoming US election.

10/08/2024

Gaza

More deaths in Khan Younis following Israeli airstrikes

A wave of Israeli airstrikes killed at least 21 Palestinians in the city of Khan Younis, authorities said on Friday. On the same day, an Israeli strike killed a Hamas official in southern Lebanon.

09/08/2024

Japan

Japan PM cancels central Asia trip over 'megaquake' warning

A powerful earthquake struck off southern Japan on Thursday, raising concern over possible major quakes as early as this week.

09/08/2024

Destinations

The Maldives’ decade-long airport expansion close to completion

The airport is being built with tsunami-resilient infrastructure.

09/08/2024

Gaza

Mediators call on Israel and Hamas to resume ceasefire talks

Leaders of the United States, Egypt and Qatar jointly demanded Israel and Hamas return to stalled ceasefire talks next week.

09/08/2024

Football Now

Is owning multiple football clubs damaging the game?

In partnership with Media City

Over 300 football clubs worldwide are now part of a 'multi-club' system. What does this mean, and how is it affecting the game?

08/08/2024

Bangladesh

Muhammad Yunus becomes interim leader in Bangladesh

Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country following weeks of violent, student-led protests.

08/08/2024

Israel

Israel revokes accreditation of Norwegian diplomats to Palestine

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said the move showed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government "actively opposes the work for a two-state solution”.

08/08/2024

Business Series

How can Azerbaijan help citizens adapt to the new digital economy?

In partnership with Azpromo

Fariz Jafarov, the Executive Director of Azerbaijan’s Center for Analysis and Coordination of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, talks about how the centre helps shape Azerbaijan’s response to rapid technological advancements.

08/08/2024

Israel

'Appalling': Western allies slam Israel over Gaza starvation remarks

The EU said that Israel's finance minister's comments that starving Gaza may be "just and moral" constitutes a war crime.

08/08/2024

Japan

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan triggers tsunami warning

Japan, located within the Pacific "ring of fire," is considered one of the most earthquake-prone regions globally.

08/08/2024

Bangladesh

Bangladesh's incoming interim leader appeals for calm

Bangladesh’s incoming interim leader Muhammad Yunus appealed for calm on Wednesday and urged all parties to help the country rebuild after weeks of violence that killed hundreds and prompted the Prime Minister to resign.

08/08/2024

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