Asia

Myanmar

Myanmar marks Armed Forces Day as US increases sanctions

Myanmar displays power during Armed Forces Day as the US increases sanctions targetting aviation fuel suppliers.

27/03/2023

Israel

Israeli unions launch general strike in opposition to judicial reforms

The strike by the Histadrut umbrella group, which represents more than 700,000 workers in health, transit and banking, among many other fields, could paralyze large parts of Israel's economy, which is already on shaky ground, ratcheting up the pressure on Netanyahu to suspend the overhaul.

27/03/2023

Lebanon

Daylight savings dispute leaves Lebanon with two time zones

What time is it in Lebanon? The answer differs depending on who you ask, as the government delayed daylight savings time by a month.

26/03/2023

Israel

Israeli defence minister calls for halt to judicial overhaul

Yoav Gallant's plea comes after three months of weekly mass protests that have seen more than half a million people take to the streets to oppose reforms critics say will undermine the independence of the judiciary and could be used for political ends.

26/03/2023

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Afghan boys unaware school year has started, return to class days late

Many Afghan boys, unaware that the school year has started, return to class days late after the Taliban authorities fail to make a public announcement of the reopening of schools.

25/03/2023

Culture news

Meet the woman behind South Asia's largest Art Summit

As part of our continuing coverage of Women's History Month, we spoke to Nadia Samdani, co-founder of Dhaka Art Summit biennially in Bangladesh, a country grappling with a climate emergency.

25/03/2023

Destinations

Why India’s islands are the perfect place to recharge and relax

Did you know that India has more than 1,200 islands?

25/03/2023

Spotlight

Rediscovering the best of Fukushima's local produce through innovation

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Before the disaster, Fukushima was one of Japan's biggest agricultural producers. Now, its resilient farming community is helping consumers to enjoy the region's tastiest produce once again.

24/03/2023

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Muslims in Jerusalem celebrate first day of Ramadan

Thousands of Muslims have gathered in Jerusalem's Old City to celebrate the beginning of Ramadan.

24/03/2023

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Watch: Protests in Lebanon as lira hits new low against dollar

Protests in Lebanon as the value of the Lira against the dollar drops to a new low, and the nation deals with the worst economic and financial crisis in its modern history.

24/03/2023

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Palestinian Muslims gather on the West Bank preparing for Ramadan

After one of the most deadliest starts to the year in the region Palestinians on the West Bank gather in preparation for the start of the holy month of Ramadan

24/03/2023

North Korea

North Korea ramps up weapons testing

State media in North Korea claims its military has tested a nuclear underwater drone that could release a 'radioactive tsunami'

24/03/2023

Israel

Israel PM Netanyahu pushes ahead with controversial judicial reforms

There have been more protests in Israel as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing coalition government passes the first of several laws as part of its contentious judicial overhaul.

24/03/2023

Culture news

In Kyrgyzstan's only female prison, Nowruz brings a moment of respite

Inmates inside Kyrgyzstan's only female prison have been given a brief break from life behind bars with Nowruz celebrations taking the form of dance, wrestling and games.

24/03/2023

Football Now

Women's World Cup 2023: Will it be the biggest ever?

In partnership with Media City

The biggest stars of the women's game will be making their way to Australia and New Zealand for the first time ever this July, and it’s set to be the best edition of the tournament yet.

23/03/2023

Destinations

Visit China’s ‘Venice of the East’ for waterways, nature and gardens

This coastal Chinese province is a must for foodies and nature lovers.

23/03/2023

Israel

Israelis take to the street after MPs pass law protecting Netanyahu

Mass protests took place on Thursday across Israel after its parliament passed a controversial law that demonstrators claim brings the country's judicial system, and democracy, into disrepute.

23/03/2023

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Watch: Retired army members clash with security forces in Lebanon

Watch: Lebanese security forces fired tear gas to disperse hundreds of protesters, mainly retired members of the army, in downtown Beirut.

23/03/2023

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Watch: Iraqi Kurds celebrate Nowruz New Year festival in Akre

Nowruz marks the first day of Spring and is celebrated by some 300 million people around the world.

23/03/2023

China

Can China broker peace between Russia and Ukraine?

Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Moscow looks like tacit backing for Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine yet China thinks it can be a broker for peace between the two countries

23/03/2023

Israel

UN calls for calm in Middle East as Ramadan begins

Against the backdrop of Israeli-Palestinian tensions, Ramadan has often been a period of heightened conflict.

23/03/2023

Qatar 365

Top-tier tennis and beach volleyball on show in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

Qatar has become an established venue for high-level international sport. In tennis, both the WTA and ATP tours had their respective tournaments in Doha in February. And beach volleyball World's Beach Pro Tour Finals were held in Doha for the first time.

22/03/2023

Culture news

Iranian women and Selena Gomez support girls arrested for dancing

Five Iranian teenage girls issued a public apology for dancing to a Selena Gomez song without wearing hijabs. But the singer and Iranian women have come out in support of the teens.

22/03/2023

Taiwan

Taiwan and Germany to build ties on semi-conductors and research

A German government minister is in Taiwan for two days of talks on education and research that could lead to closer ties on artificial intelligence and help her country tap the latest semi-conductor technology.

21/03/2023

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Palm-grove runway show promotes green fashion in Iraq

Young designers in Iraq made a stand against fast fashion and global warming in an environmentally friendly catwalk show held at a palm grove

21/03/2023

Sri Lanka

IMF approves a €3 billion bailout plan for bankrupt Sri Lanka

The International Monetary Fund said Tuesday it is assessing Sri Lanka’s governance in the first case of an Asian country facing scrutiny for corruption as part of a bailout program.

21/03/2023