Asia

China

Protesters flood streets despite controversial bill's suspension

As the Chief Executive of Hong Kong Carrie Lam issued a rare apology to the public and suspended the controversial bill to change Hong Kong's extradition law, protesters flooded the streets and demanded that she step down.

16/06/2019

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia demands action on energy security after tankers' attacks

Crew members of the oil tanker Front Altair, one of two vessels attacked this week in the Gulf of Oman, have landed in Dubai. The attacks happened three days ago. It comes amid calls from Saudi Arabia to secure Gulf energy supplies given that the tankers are on a vital oil shipping route.

16/06/2019

Yemen

Yemen's Houthis target two Saudi airports with multiple drone attacks

Yemen's Houthis target two Saudi airports with multiple drone attacks

16/06/2019

China

Hong Kong 'will suspend' draft law on extradition to mainland China

A controversial draft law on extradition to mainland China will be suspended, says Hong Kong chief executive Carrie Lam, after widespread anger and protests.

15/06/2019

Iran

Explainer: What we know about the oil tanker attacks in Gulf of Oman

Here we break down the controversy that prompted the US to point the finger at Iran.

14/06/2019

Iran

Strait of Hormuz: Where is it? What is it? And why is it so important?

Following recent attacks on two oil tankers, Euronews looks into the significance of such an incident on the gateway to the global oil industry.

14/06/2019

Kyrgyzstan

Watch: Young women aim to build Kyrgyzstan's first satellite

Nineteen-year-old Alina Anisimova is leading a team of young women to build Kyrgyzstan's first satellite.

14/06/2019

World

How is Disney’s remake of Aladdin good news for the Middle East?

Disney’s live-action remake of Aladdin is amongst the latest additions in Jordan’s contribution to the international film industry.

14/06/2019

China

Huge landslide kills one man and buries several cars

A monster landslide in Wuping County located in east China's Fujian Province swallowed several cars on Thursday, killing one man.

14/06/2019

Saudi Arabia

Saudi nightclub launch night shut down ahead of Ne-Yo performance

A Dubai-based nightclub company was due to launch a pop-up branch in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah.

14/06/2019

Iran

Euroviews. Europe should recall its commitment to the Iran Deal ǀ View

Now, the question is, can the remaining parties to the JCPOA - in practice, the so-called E3 powers (Germany, France and the UK) - trigger the “snapback” mechanism is response to Iran's reaction? The answer - which Europe and hawks in Washington should bear in mind - is a simple “no”.

14/06/2019

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The international art scene in Dubai continues to grow

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Art Dubai is one of the highlights on the cultural calendar and features work from 42 countries and around 500 artists all sharing perspective and ideas.

13/06/2019

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan's new president says some protesters detained 'by mistake'

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Kazakhstan president Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reacted to the protests that broke out as the country took to the polls on Sunday.

13/06/2019

China

Watch: Chinese company designs wearable 'airbag' for the elderly

The belt works like an airbag in a car, which the company used to make. A micro gyroscope is used to detect the speed of the fall and angle of the wearer.

13/06/2019

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Hundreds arrested amid protests over Kazakhstan's new president

Police in Kazakhstan have arrested scores of protesters upset over the election of the country's first new president in 30 years.

13/06/2019

Iran

US could not stop Iran developing atomic bomb: Iran's supreme leader

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said "even if Iran wanted to build an atomic bomb, America could not do anything" to stop it, adding that it was not his country's wish to do so.

13/06/2019

World

US Resident Nizar Zakka Speaks to Euronews after his release in Iran

The businessman was held for almost four years, accused of spying.

13/06/2019

United Arab Emirates

US blames Iran after attacks on two oil tankers

Iran has categorically rejected claims that the country is behind the attacks on two oil tankers yesterday - saying they are responsible for maintaining the security of the Strait of Hormuz where the incidents took place. But its version of events is strongly disputed by the U.S.

13/06/2019

China

Video explainer: Why are so many people protesting in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong is experiencing some of it's biggest protests, with tens of thousands of people taking to the streets, marching against a proposed extradition law.

12/06/2019

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Clashes in Hong Kong amid anger over proposed extradition bill

Protesters — some using umbrellas to fend off pepper spray, tear gas and high-pressure water — clashed with police in Hong Kong.

12/06/2019

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Astana Economic Forum: Sharing ideas for an urban, digital future that’s focused on people

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Cities are the engines of growth. This was the conclusion when the 12th Astana Economic Forum examined the drivers of growth in the modern world, under the theme of “Inspiring growth: People, Cities, Economies”.

12/06/2019

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China’s Qingdao strengthens its blooming cultural and economic friendship with Germany

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"China's open door will not be closed, but will only be opened wider and wider," said China’s President Xi Jinping. Central to China’s opening up to the world is Qingdao - the city whose name means “Green Island” is the main node in the New Asia Europe continental bridge and economic corridor.

12/06/2019

China

Hong Kong protests: 72 injured in violence, two in serious condition

At least 72 people were injured and taken to Hong Kong hospitals in the wake of massive protests Wednesday, with at least two of them in serious condition, according to the Hong Kong Hospital Authority.

12/06/2019

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Heavy rains in Indonesia hit the city of Samarinda

At least 10,300 people were affected by the floods that hit Samarinda, Indonesia, on Sunday.

11/06/2019

Green News

Tokyo Olympics to make awards podiums out of household waste in 2020

The 2020 Olympic Games will see Tokyo incorporate recycled plastic into awards podiums.

11/06/2019

Syria

Watch: Fresh start for Aleppo's soap industry after conflict

Hisham's family factory once produced five tonnes of the famous Aleppo laurel and olive oil soap a day. Now he makes just 100kg per day, but says he is happy with that – for now.

11/06/2019