Asia

Afghanistan

Afghans will struggle for their lives this winter, says Red Cross

"The economic hardship is there. It's very serious, and people will struggle for their lives," Martin Schüepp, director of operations at the ICRC.

21/11/2022

Sport

In pictures: Qatar World Cup opening ceremony and first match

Hosts Qatar took on Ecuador in the opening game of the 2022 tournament, after a lavish opening ceremony in Doha.

21/11/2022

Sport

Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

World Cup: Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

20/11/2022

Iraq

Turkish strikes in Syria kill at least 31 people, according to NGO

Ankara has launched a series of attacks against Kurdish targets in the north of Syria on Saturday evening and Sunday, in retaliation for a terrorist attack in Istanbul last week.

20/11/2022

Destinations

Abu Dhabi is coming to the Metaverse, here’s what to expect

The emirate is launching a VR version of its most famous entertainment district in 2023.

20/11/2022

Syria

Turkey attacks in northern Syria and Iraq after Istanbul bombing

Turkey has attacked Kurdish targets in northern Syria and Iraq in retaliation for Istanbul bombing that killed six people and injured more than 80.

20/11/2022

China

China announces first COVID-19 death in almost six months

China says its tough approach has paid off in much lower numbers of cases and deaths than in other countries.

20/11/2022

Kazakhstan

Tokayev wins big in Kazakhstan snap election, early results show

Incumbent President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev appears certain to win a new term against little-known challengers in the Central Asian nation.

20/11/2022

Work

An AI robot as CEO: Is this the future of work in the metaverse?

In a world first, a Chinese gaming company betting big on the metaverse has appointed an AI-powered virtual robot as CEO.

20/11/2022

Qatar

World Cup: FIFA boss says fans 'will survive' without beer at games

Gianni Infantino said in countries like France, Scotland and Spain there were also stadium bans on alcohol sales.

19/11/2022

Sport

FIFA boss accuses Europe of 'double standard' for criticising Qatar

The FIFA president said Europe should be apologising for its own failings "before we start giving moral lessons to people."

19/11/2022

Tech News

Goalie, Seoul’s new self-driving 'police robot,' goes where CCTV can’t

The hi-tech patrol robot is being deployed in a neighbourhood where many women live alone and can feel unsafe at night.

19/11/2022

North Korea

North Korea: Kim Jong-Un reveals 'secret' daughter at missile launch

The girl is estimated to be around 13-years-old and sparked speculation about the line of succession in the regime.

19/11/2022

Sport

Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at Qatar World Cup

Form, expectations and emerging talent: Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at the Qatar World Cup

18/11/2022

Focus

UNESCO World Conference: preschool for all children is crucial

In partnership with UNESCO - Ministry of preschool education of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The first 1000 days are the most important to a child's development. 90% of the brain is developed by the time a child reaches the age of 3. UNESCO Global Education Monitoring report has shown that access to preschool is still dependent on wealth, even in high-income countries.

18/11/2022

Thailand

Ukraine war 'is your problem too', Macron tells Asia-Pacific countries

The French president called on nations at the APEC summit to put pressure on Russia to stop its war in Ukraine and respect the international order.

18/11/2022

Culture news

Alcohol banned at World Cup stadiums just two days before opening game

In a major U-turn, Qatari officials have confirmed the last-minute ban on alcoholic beer sales to fans.

18/11/2022

No Comment

Protesters at APEC summit clash with Bangkok police

Police and protesters clashed in Bangkok on Friday as leaders gathered for the opening session of the two-day APEC summit. Protest leaders claimed at least 10 people were arrested and four were sent to hospital with various injuries.

18/11/2022

Saudi Arabia

'Jamal died again today': Anger at Saudi prince's Khashoggi 'immunity'

US intelligence services have previously said that the Saudi crown prince likely approved the journalist's killing.

18/11/2022

Sport

Host nation Qatar braces for World Cup fever ahead of opening night

Doha prepares for the first of 64 matches as the World Cup gets underway this Sunday in Qatar.

18/11/2022

Iran

Iranian protesters start fire at home of Ayatollah Khomeini

Fire at ancestral home of Islamic republic founder Ayatollah Khomeini

18/11/2022

Destinations

In Kazakhstan, locals are taking tourism into their own hands

From the ski slopes to the desert, Kazakhstan is a must for adventurers and sports fans.

18/11/2022

North Korea

North Korea missile 'had range to hit US mainland', Japan says

A suspected intercontinental ballistic missile launched on Friday landed near Japanese territorial waters, North Korea's second such major weapons test this month.

18/11/2022

Iran

Spiral of violence grips Iran two months after the death of Mahsa Amini

Local sources say 10 to 15 people have been killed since Wednesday in anti-government protests across Iran.

18/11/2022

Sport

FIFA showcases this year's World Cup trophy in Doha

Football fans in Doha caught a first glimpse of this year's World Cup winner's trophy.

17/11/2022

Football Now

Who could win the 2022 World Cup?

In partnership with Media City

With just three days to go until the Qatar World Cup kicks off, here are 5 contenders who could win the tournament.

17/11/2022