Asia

China

Euroviews. Hong Kong protesters shouldn't pin hopes on outsiders to solve their impasse with Beijing ǀ View

The decision by the US House of Representatives to pass legalisation tightening up the scrutiny of Hong Kong's autonomy from mainland China could mark a significant inflection point in the continuing impasse between the protestors there and the authorities in Beijing.

25/10/2019

Sport

Day 1: Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

Victory for Kyrgyzbayev on Day 1 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

24/10/2019

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Hong Kong protesters rally for Catalan independence

Hundreds of Hong Kong protesters, some waving Catalan flags and banners urging to "fight for freedom together", rallied in support of a separate Catalonia, broaching an issue that is anathema to Hong Kong's Communist Party leaders in Beijing.

24/10/2019

China

Watch again: Hong Kong protests hold rally in support of Catalonia

Hong Kong demonstrators to hold protest in support of independent Catalonia.

24/10/2019

China

Uyghur activist Ilham Tohti wins 2019 Sakharov Prize

The Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought is awarded to individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the fight for human rights across the globe.

24/10/2019

World

Israel's political turmoil goes on as Gantz invited to form government

Gantz's nomination marked the first time since 2008 that someone other than Netanyahu has been asked by Israel's president to build a ruling coalition.

24/10/2019

Lebanon

Lebanon ex-minister urges election to 'get rid' of government

Walid Jumblatt's call came as the U.S. gave its support to protesters who have filled the streets for several days.

24/10/2019

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Activists form human chain at UK consulate in Hong Kong

The protesters called for international support in their months-long campaign for democratic reforms in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory.

23/10/2019

Partner content

Flying motorbikes and super-fast 5G on show at Dubai's tech forum

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Thousands of companies are showing futuristic innovation and technology at GITEX, which is in its 39th year

23/10/2019

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Prince Charles meets Welsh rugby team in Tokyo

Britain's Prince Charles attended a Wales rugby training session ahead of their World Cup semi-final against South Africa on Sunday

23/10/2019

Lebanon

Lebanon protesters sing 'Baby Shark' to soothe a toddler stuck in traffic

Revolution, doo doo doo doo doo doo...

22/10/2019

Syria

MEP calls for humanitarian corridor for Europe’s children of IS

A Belgian MEP has called for a humanitarian corridor to be established to return Europe’s children of the so-called Islamic State (IS).

22/10/2019

Syria

Kurds will be removed from Turkish 'safe zone' in Syria

The decision comes after talks in the Russian resort town of Sochi.

22/10/2019

Bangladesh

Bangladesh MP 'hired lookalikes' to take university exams

Bangladesh MP was expelled from university after a private broadcaster reportedly uncovered she had hired lookalikes to take her exams.

22/10/2019

Japan

Modern Tokyo art bows to tradition for inspiration

In partnership with Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Euronews reporter Naomi Lloyd discovers that Tokyo is a city of contrasts - where rich traditions sit alongside futuristic innovation.

22/10/2019

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Japan's Emperor Naruhito ascends Chrysanthemum Throne

Naruhito pledged to stay close to the people, as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe congratulated him and led three "banzai" cheers

22/10/2019

Japan

Watch: Japanese emperor ascends to throne in centuries-old ceremony

Japanese Emperor Naruhito formally proclaimed his ascendancy to the throne on Tuesday in a centuries-old ceremony attended by dignitaries from more than 180 countries, pledging to fulfil his duty as a symbol of the state.

22/10/2019

Destinations

Danielle Copperman | I visited an isolated eco-paradise in Vietnam

Wellness influencer Danielle Copperman goes back to basics at a sustainable resort on the east coast of Vietnam.

22/10/2019

Israel

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu fails to form government

The prime minister has given up trying to form a governing coalition.

21/10/2019

Lebanon

How does Lebanon's government work?

Not very well, say many Lebanese.

21/10/2019

Explore

Okinawans tells us the secret to long lives

In partnership with Okinawa Prefectural Government

The Okinawa archipelago in Japan is breaking records in terms of long life. Made up of 160 islands bordered by the Pacific Ocean with a subtropical climate, we meet friendly Okinawans who show us why it’s a great place to live (for a very long time).

21/10/2019

Travel News

China’s Hainan Island leading the way for health and wellbeing

In partnership with Sanya

Boasting beautiful scenery, hot springs and traditional medicine, Sanya is a tropical retreat for visitors, looking to relax and rejuvenate.

21/10/2019

Japan

South Africa and Wales make it through to the World Cup semi-finals

Wales waited until the sixth last minute to beat France with a try from Ross Moriarty and clinch victory by one point, winning 20-19.

20/10/2019

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Hong Kong police and protesters exchange tear gas and petrol bombs

Hong Kong police fired tear gas at protesters throwing petrol bombs on Sunday (October 20) as thousands staged an illegal march through the Kowloon district that will test the strength of the pro-democracy campaign after four months of unrest.

20/10/2019

Lebanon

Lebanese cabinet agrees reform list, 2020 budget

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri agreed on Sunday a package of reforms to ease an economic crisis that has sparked nationwide protests.

20/10/2019

Syria

Kurdish fighters pull out of Syrian border town for US-brokered truce

The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) said on Sunday it had pulled out all its fighters from the border town of Ras al Ain, while Turkish president Tayyip Erdogan said Turkey expects the US to keep its promises on a five-day truce.

20/10/2019