Asia

Earth News

Trees and renewables help India slash emissions rate by 33%

India’s greenhouse gas emissions rate fell by one-third in 14 years, sources reveal.

10/08/2023

Qatar 365

Qatar's 'Years of Culture' celebrates the beauty of places and people

In partnership with Media City

In this episode of Qatar 365, we look at how Qatar is welcoming diverse cultures and subcultures - from exploring the cultural ties between Qatar and Indonesia to taking a glimpse into the world of geekdom.

09/08/2023

Japan

Nagasaki marks 78th anniversary of atomic bombing

Nagasaki marked the 78th anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the city Wednesday with the mayor urging world powers to abolish nuclear weapons, saying nuclear deterrence also increases risks of nuclear war.

09/08/2023

Culture news

Watch: Indonesia breaks world record for largest angklung performance

As a pre-ceremony event for the 78th Anniversary of Indonesia's independence, 15110 angklung players gathered to break an incredible world record.

08/08/2023

Business

China: Sharpest drop in exports since 2020 amid sluggish global demand

Sales of Chinese products to foreign markets fell by 14.5% year-on-year last month, shrinking for the third consecutive month.

08/08/2023

Conscious Travel

This new walking trail is changing the lives of women in Sri Lanka

The first of the Pekoe Trail’s 22 segments was opened in 2021, shining a light on life in Sri Lanka’s tea estates.

08/08/2023

Scenes

Meet the father-and-son duo keeping Qatar fragrant

In partnership with Media City

In partnership with Media City, Qatar

07/08/2023

No Comment

Volunteers help with clean-up after deadly Pakistan train accident

Local volunteers in Pakistan have help to clean-up and support injured people around the site of a train crash in which at least 28 died

07/08/2023

Thailand

Son of Spanish actor admits to killing and dismembering friend

Police said the victim and the suspect knew each other before they came to the popular Thai tourist island of Koh Pha Ngan.

07/08/2023

Philippines

Gun boats and diplomacy in the South China sea

China's territorial claims over a shoal of tiny islands sparks a diplomatic row in Manila

07/08/2023

South Korea

European scouts to flee South Korean world jamboree ahead of typhoon

Young people from some 160 countries had tired faces and more than 600 had to be treated for the searing heat.

07/08/2023

Travel News

Delays at Dubai Airport after bear escapes from its carrier on plane

Passengers faced delays after the bear escaped from its crate in the cargo hold of a plane.

07/08/2023

No Comment

At least 30 people dead after a train derailed in Pakistan

As rescue workers continue to search the wreckage of the train, officials say they expect the death toll to rise.

07/08/2023

Pakistan

At least 30 dead as train derails in southern Pakistan

Dozens killed when a train derails in southern Pakistan, in the latest accident on the country's ageing railway system.

06/08/2023

Health news

Scientists close to developing a drug that makes teeth regrow

While we are used to the idea of teeth only growing twice, a new drug could make it possible to grow a third set.

05/08/2023

Lebanon

Protests as Beirut marks three years since catastrophic port blast

Three years after Beirut’s massive port blast, attempts to prosecute those responsible are mired in political intrigue and many Lebanese have less faith than ever in their disintegrating state institutions.

04/08/2023

China

Authorities warn of more rain in China as mop-up operations continue

As the rain continues in some parts of the country, Chinese authorities warn that there may be more bad weather and flooding to come.

04/08/2023

Lebanon

Euroviews. In Lebanon, it is difficult to know what rock bottom is

It is a humanitarian duty for the Council of the European Union to support the people of Lebanon and issue targeted sanctions against those who continue to promote their own interests to the detriment of the population, Zena Wakim writes.

04/08/2023

Culture news

Japanese moviegoers react to "Barbenheimer" memeification backlash

As the bombing of Hiroshima approaches its 75th anniversary, Japanese moviegoers reflect on the recent controversy surrounding the memeification of "Barbenheimer".

04/08/2023

Food and Drink

Why is this mint-choc drink a symbol of Thailand's political turmoil?

Betrayal is a beverage best served chilled in Thailand, as an innocuous chocolate-mint iced concoction takes the limelight -- an unlikely symbol of the kingdom's deep political divisions following May's election.

04/08/2023

Culture news

Nintendo levels up its profits thanks to film success

The Japanese video game company has reported an increase in profits for the first quarter of 2023 compared with last year.

04/08/2023

No Comment

WATCH: Thousands evacuated as devastating floods hit northeast China

Heavy rain and high water levels on rivers in northeastern China have caused severe flooding and threaten whole cities prompting the evacuation of thousands.

04/08/2023

North Korea

UN Command: North Korea offers 'brief response' on US soldier T.King

North Korea responded to the multinational military force's request for information on the US Private with a brief statement. Travis King sprinted across the heavily armed border with South Korea in July

03/08/2023

Mobility

Tokyo tests automated, simultaneous translation at railway station

The 40 cm high semi-transparent display sees translations pop up simultaneously on the screen as station staff and foreign tourists speak.

03/08/2023

No Comment

Watch: Typhoon Khanun forecast to return to Japanese islands

Typhoon Khanun, now in the waters between China and Japan's southwestern islands, is expected to slow to nearly stationary movement before a weakening high-pressure system nearby allows it to turn east Friday

03/08/2023

World

Azerbaijan's President Aliyev: 'I think it is right to be hopeful'

The president told Euronews he hopes ongoing talks with Armenia will end with with a successful scenario in the coming months.

02/08/2023