Asia

World

Amazon.ae relates running a regional e-commerce giant to basketball

Syrian-born Ronaldo Mouchawar once had ambitions to be a basketball player. Ultimately, however, he followed in the footsteps of his father who was a merchant, and the man who inspired the name of his online auction site, ‘Souq.com’ in 2005.

01/11/2019

World

What is Libra and could it rival the UAE remittance industry?

Libra, the proposed global digital currency led by Facebook, has raised concerns amongst some governments and financial authorities around the world.

01/11/2019

Syria

ISIS confirms death of Baghdadi, threatens US with revenge

The so-called Islamic State confirmed the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and vowed revenge against United States.

01/11/2019

Iraq

The Iraqi who threw shoes at George W Bush is back in the spotlight

Remember when US President George W Bush had shoes hurled at him during a press conference?

31/10/2019

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Vehicles flying US flags seen near Syria-Turkey border

A convoy of about 20 vehicles flying US flags was seen driving near the Syrian border town of Qamisli on October 31, where they had not been present since the United States announced its decision to withdraw from the area.

31/10/2019

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Bangkok restaurant serves up Thailand's 'biggest burger'

Weighing around six kilograms, composed of an estimated 10,000 calories, covered in fried onion rings, layers of bacon, and mayonnaise, this burger isn't for the faint of heart.

31/10/2019

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Adventures – Explore, dive and discover the sealife in Dubai’s waters

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Watch our latest Adventures programme on what it’s like to take a first dive in Dubai’s beautiful shimmering sea.

31/10/2019

Partner content

Streaming Wars, Co-working and Brand Bozoma: Watch on Business Line

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Euronews looked at how Apple prepares to take on Netflix; why the rise and fall of Wework could spell trouble for other tech companies looking to list, and an interview with Bozoma Saint John, an industry leader in branding.

31/10/2019

Europe News

The Brief: Fatah and Hamas agree to elections - but obstacles remain

Attempts at reconciliation and holding new elections have repeatedly failed, leaving the Palestinians divided between two governments, one in Gaza and the other in the West Bank.

31/10/2019

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Cooking accident triggers train fire in Pakistan, killing dozens

The fire broke out when a gas stove exploded as breakfast was being prepared on board. Safety regulations are often ignored in the overcrowded trains.

31/10/2019

Pakistan

Death toll rises to at least 46 in Pakistan train fire

Officials say the fire broke out Thursday when some passengers were preparing breakfast on the speeding train in violation of rules.

31/10/2019

Lebanon

What is next for crisis-hit Lebanon?

Some protesters see PM Hariri's resignation as a first step in a long process. They want the departure of all symbols of Lebanon's sectarian system.

31/10/2019

The Cube

Lebanon's PM has quit but some protesters are not done yet | #TheCube

Protesters in Lebanon have vowed to remain on the streets despite the resignation of Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri.

30/10/2019

Focus

Qingdao’s multinational summit attracts more investment for China

In partnership with Information Office of Qingdao Municipal Government

China is one of the world’s largest host countries for multinational businesses and it wants to continually attract new companies to invest more into the country. The summit will now be held on an annual basis.

30/10/2019

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Defying curfew and crackdown, thousands carry coffin of dead protester

The crowd consisted mostly of young men, many draped in Iraqi flags. Surrounding streets brimmed with cars, taxis, motorcycles and tuk-tuks as more people made their way in.

30/10/2019

Sci-Tech

Japan's technology leads the way in caring for the elderly

In partnership with The Government of Japan

A digital care system has been the centrepiece of the Japanese strategy in looking after its ageing population. Medical data and technology are merged together to create more efficient healthcare.

29/10/2019

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Hezbollah supporters attack anti-government protest site in Beirut

Hezbollah supporters have attacked and ransacked the main anti-government protest site in the Lebanese capital

29/10/2019

Lebanon

Lebanon's Hariri resigns after days of nationwide protests

Lebanon's Hariri resigns after days of nationwide protests

29/10/2019

Israel

No breakthrough as Gantz meets Netanyahu for Israeli coalition talks

It was their first round of direct talks since president Reuven Rivlin on Wednesday tasked Gantz with trying to form a government.

28/10/2019

World

Huawei CEO: "US companies will suffer the most"

Watch the full interview on Global Conversation with Huawei's founder Zhengfei Ren. He explains how the US allegations that the companies equipment could be used for spying, has had little impact on Huawei's business.

28/10/2019

The Cube

How China has been shaping a narrative through Twitter | #TheCube

How China has been shaping a narrative through Twitter | #TheCube

28/10/2019

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India celebrates Diwali with lights and firecrackers

Hindus across India celebrated Diwali by illuminating their homes with lights and candles and offering prayers.

28/10/2019

Afghanistan

Why are Iranians claiming asylum in Afghanistan?

After decades of conflict and instability, around 2.5 million Afghans have sought asylum overseas, many of them in Europe. But the war torn country is also a destination for refugees fleeing neighbouring states, including Pakistan and Iran.

28/10/2019

World

Fight against terrorism far from over despite al-Baghdadi death

European leaders are warning that the fight against terrorism is far from being over following the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. The world's most wanted terrorist, and leader of the so-called Islamic State group killed himself during a US military operation in Idlib, northern Syria

28/10/2019

World

Protesters persevere on Iraq's mean streets

Protestors returned to the streets of Iraq over the weekend

28/10/2019

Syria

ISIS insider helped in hunt for leader al-Baghdadi

An ISIS insider who gained the trust of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was passing on information about his whereabouts to the United States via Kurdish officials, NBC News' Richard Engel reports.

28/10/2019