Asia

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Ice ice baby: elderly Chinese take freezing plunge

During the harsh winter season some Chinese thrill-seekers jump into bone-chilling lakes, braving temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius.

24/01/2019

Green News

Unlocking the secrets of the vast Indian Ocean

An unprecedented science mission is on its way to gauge the impact of climate change as well as search for new species.

24/01/2019

China

Lunar New Year illuminations light up China's "Lantern City"

More than 130 units of colorful lanterns were lit up on Monday in Zigong City of southwest China`s Sichuan Province to welcome the upcoming arrival of the Chinese Lunar New Year

23/01/2019

Iran

Iran's president says media censorship has backfired on regime

Opposing the will of the people is 'neither right, nor legal, nor legitimate,' says Iranian president

23/01/2019

World News

Archaeologists return to site of Dead Sea Scrolls discovery

Decades later, the hunt for ancient Dead Sea Scrolls is back on

22/01/2019

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A newborn female rhinoceros joins Israel's Safari Zoo

A newborn rhino enjoyed a day of fun in Israel's Safari open park on Monday (January 21), getting to know her crash partners and rolling in the dirt.

22/01/2019

Japan

Japanese 20-year-old celebrate 'coming of age' festival

People in Kanagawa Prefecture, west of Tokyo, enjoyed a unique New Year`s `coming of age` festival in which they carry portable shrines in the sea

22/01/2019

Syria

Watch: Israel attacks Iranian targets in Syria — video from both sides

In a surprising statement, the Israeli military confirmed on Monday that it attacked Iranian military targets in Syria.

21/01/2019

Israel

Israel and Syria both claim to have thwarted military attacks

Israeli and Syrian military are both claiming to have prevented attacks by each other's forces.

20/01/2019

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From pariah to demi-god: transgender leader a star at Indian festival

Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, an Indian transgender activist and a former reality TV star, is busy blessing a constant stream of pilgrims at India's Kumbh Mela, a huge religious festival at the confluence of the holy Ganges and Yamuna rivers.

20/01/2019

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Deadly Indonesian volcano sinks halfway into the sea

The volcano which caused a tsunami that killed more than 400 people last week lost more than two-thirds of its height following the eruption which triggered the killer waves.

19/01/2019

World

How is Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week encouraging young green entrepreneurs?

This year’s Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) comes to an end on January 19th. Taking place in the UAE’s capital, it’s an annual gathering of industry leaders and heads of state to discuss the latest advancements in sustainable development.

18/01/2019

World

“U-turns are possible” - IRENA DG on US withdrawal from Paris Agreement

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) held its ninth assembly from 11th to 13th January in Abu Dhabi.

18/01/2019

World

Jordan’s switch to renewable energy with solar power

Jordan’s movement towards renewable energy is gaining momentum.

18/01/2019

Saudi Arabia

Record Super Cup win for Juventus amid backdrop of controversy

Juventus secured a record winning title in the Italian Super Cup on Wednesday evening amid a backdrop of controversy over where the final match was held

17/01/2019

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Ash-smeared holy men attend India's Kumbh Mela

Ash-smeared and Naga Sadhus or Hindu holy men, wearing just rosary beads and garlands, smoking wooden chillums (cigars), were a huge draw at this week's Kumbh Mela in India, the world's largest religious festival.

17/01/2019

World

American troops killed in Syria blast - claimed by IS

Deadly terror attack claims the lives of four Americans. The attack claimed by IS - comes a month after President Trump announces the withdrawal of troops from the country due to his alleged defeat of the militant group.

17/01/2019

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K-pop goes bang in Middle East

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K-pop goes bang in the Middle East with the visit of 9 member girl group Momoland

16/01/2019

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Members of India's transgender community take first Kumbh Mela swim

For decades Laxmi Narayan Tripathi has fought India's conservative laws and beliefs to bring the transgender community equal with the rest of society, and now she has notched up a new milestone.

16/01/2019

China

Chinese researchers sprout seeds on the moon for first time ever

Cotton seeds transported to the moon earlier this month have sprouted, Chinese researchers have said

15/01/2019

Israel

'McJesus' causes furore with Christian Arab community in Haifa, Israel

'McJesus' artist shocked at furore over sculpture, tells Euronews he had asked museum to remove work four months ago.

15/01/2019

India

Hindus celebrate Kumbh Mela religious festival

Hindus meet for the largest-ever human gathering: the Kumbh Mela.

15/01/2019

Spotlight

New transport links boost business and tourism for Hong Kong and Pearl River Delta

In partnership with Hong Kong Tourism Board

New transport links boost business and tourism for Hong Kong and Pearl River Delta

14/01/2019

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Indian city gets artistic makeover ahead of Hindu pilgrimage

The Indian city of Prayagraj has been transformed as entire swathes of the city have been painted in a campaign to celebrate the Hindu pilgrimage of Kumbh Mela.

13/01/2019

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Have a smashing time in Beijing's anger room

Ever wanted to vent your anger by smashing something but was prohibited from doing so? Now you can in Beijing's anger room.

13/01/2019

Israel

Israel locates Hezbollah tunnel on Lebanon border

Israel says it has located the sixth and largest tunnel crossing into the country from Lebanon. The find is a part of Operation Northern Shield aimed at detecting and destroying what Israel calls a vast network of Hezbollah tunnels.

13/01/2019