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Women protest in Afghanistan after Kabul academy bombing

Women and girls from the Hazara community protest in Kabul's western district of Dasht-e-Barchi after a suicide bombing.

03/10/2022

Iran

Iran's security forces violently disperse student protesters

Videos on social media purport to show Iran's security forces shooting at student protestors with shotguns and rubber bullets, while arresting hundreds.

03/10/2022

Explore

A look at nature, culture and food

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

In this episode of Explore Azerbaijan, we hike across the pristine landscapes of Gabala, which lies in the foothills of the Caucasus mountains. We also meet local farmers and discover the famous Ata-Baba hazelnut, and see how it is used in the recipe of a regional specialty.

03/10/2022

Explore

Azerbaijan for all seasons: the best activities year-round

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

From hiking to visiting the charming old town of Baku: here are our favourite places to explore in Azerbaijan whichever time of year you visit.

03/10/2022

Partner content

Massive expansion for Hilton Middle East, Africa and Türkiye

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

90 new Hilton hotels are to be added to the existing Middle East, Africa & Türkiye regional portfolio of 179 within the next five years. With 60 new hotels in the UAE and 45 of them in Saudi Arabia alone. That's a whopping 24,000 additional rooms across the region for the 103-year-old hotel brand.

02/10/2022

Indonesia

FIFA laments 'dark day' after Indonesia football stampede kills 125

Most victims were trampled to death after police fired tear gas to dispel riots. The number of fatalities has been revised down but it remains one of the world's deadliest sports disasters.

02/10/2022

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Tropical storm Noru weakens but causes flash floods

Tropical depression Noru has weakened to a low-pressure storm, with its center located in the Muang district of Thailand’snorth-eastern province of Chaiyaphum, according to the Thai Meteorological Department.

01/10/2022

Iran

Protests around the world over the death in Iran of Mahsa Amini

Protests have taken place in cities across the world in solidarity with Iranians outraged at the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini who died after being arrested.

01/10/2022

Japan

Japan slams fourth North Korean missile launch in a week

The Japanese vice defence minister says North Korea's fourth missile test in a week is unprecedented and threatens regional and international security.

01/10/2022

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Videos circulating on social media showed gunfire

Rights groups say up to 83 killed as Tehran attempts to crackdown on persistent demonstrations; forces open fire on group stoning police station in city near Pakistan border.

30/09/2022

Afghanistan

Students killed after suicide bomb attack at Afghan education centre

The blast occurred at an education centre in Kabul on Friday morning.

30/09/2022

Qatar

Qatar World Cup: Fans must show negative COVID-19 result on arrival

Supporters aged 18 and over must download a government-run application which tracks people's movement and health status, say organisers

29/09/2022

Football Now

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Can Spain add a second title?

In partnership with Media City

It's been 12 years since Spain won their maiden World Cup in South Africa. Can they add a second title this winter in Qatar?

29/09/2022

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Ultra-Orthodox men protest Israeli military service

Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox men protested in Jerusalem on Thursday against the obligation to register for Israeli military service.

29/09/2022

Iran

Why are there demonstrations in Iran and what is different this time?

After many days of demonstrations in Iran, Euronews has a look at what is happening and why the protests are different this time.

29/09/2022

Iran

At least nine killed after Iran's airstrike against Kurdish group

The attacks appear to be in response to the ongoing protests in Iran over Mahsa Amini, who died after being detained by Tehran's morality police.

28/09/2022

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Kitesurfing community is riding a wave of interest on Dubai's beaches

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The elevated water sport is on the rise in the Gulf, where light coastal winds are ideal for beginners.

28/09/2022

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How the fashion industry is getting a makeover from the Metaverse

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

The fashion industry is cashing in on the Metaverse, using the platform to reach new markets and promote its wares.

28/09/2022

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Typhoon Noru makes landfall in Vietnam

Typhoon Noru hit Vietnam's central coast early Wednesday, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.

28/09/2022

Kazakhstan

Russians flee to Kazakhstan to avoid call-up for war in Ukraine

Long queues build up at the Vishnevka border crossing from Russia to Kazakhstan as thousands continue to flee a possible call-up for the war in Ukraine.

28/09/2022

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Protesters oppose Abe's state funeral honour

Hundreds of people marched peacefully through central Tokyo, demonstrating their opposition to the state funeral of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

27/09/2022

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Traditional Taoist festival returns to Thailand.

Thailand resumes its vegetarian body piercing festival after a hiatus due to the covid-19 pandemic.

27/09/2022

Japan

Japan holds divisive state funeral for assassinated ex-PM Shinzo Abe

A lavish and rare state funeral was held on Tuesday for assassinated ex-PM Shinzo Abe. It's divided public opinion in Japan.

27/09/2022

Health news

Loneliness could be ageing you faster than smoking, new study finds

Researchers created a deep-learning "ageing clock" to find out what was causing an acceleration in ageing.

27/09/2022

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Dushanbe - a city that combines antiquity and modernity

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Dushanbe is the capital and the largest city of Tajikistan, a country of rare natural beauty.

26/09/2022

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Expo City Dubai: UAE's first 15-minute city

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Dubai South will be an area larger than Hong Kong. Expo City Dubai will re-purpose 80% of the Expo to create an integrated mixed-use ’15 minute’ community - the UAE's first. As a smart city, it will be a playground for companies pushing the boundaries of AI technologies.

26/09/2022