Asia

Pakistan

At least 12 killed in suicide bombing in Islamabad, minister says

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, a breakaway faction of the Pakistani Taliban, claimed the attack through its leader, Omar Mukkaram Khurasani.

11/11/2025

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Video shows Turkish military plane crashing in Georgia near Azerbaijan border

A Turkish Air Force C-130 cargo plane carrying 20 people crashed in Georgia near the Azerbaijani border on Tuesday, prompting a joint search and rescue operation with Georgian and Azerbaijani teams.

11/11/2025

Business

SoftBank ditches Nvidia in favour of deeper dive into AI

SoftBank has exited Nvidia for about €5.4bn and, after reporting a €14bn quarterly profit, said it will redirect capital into AI investments.

11/11/2025

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Tropical Storm Fung-Wong nears Taiwan with strong winds and heavy rain

Fung-Wong, now a tropical storm, nears Taiwan with strong winds and rain. Schools and offices closed, residents evacuated due to flood and landslide risks.

11/11/2025

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Scenes of destruction after Super Typhoon Fung-wong hits the Philippines

Super Typhoon Fung-wong hit Aurora province with 185 kph winds, causing floods, power outages, and landslides, leading to a state of emergency.

11/11/2025

Space

Stranded Chinese astronauts ‘in good condition,’ officials say

The astronauts’ scheduled return to Earth was aborted earlier this month.

11/11/2025

Earth News

China’s carbon emissions have been flat or falling for 18 months

China’s emissions flat or falling over last 18 months, according to new analysis

11/11/2025

India

New Delhi car explosion being investigated under anti-terrorism law

Authorities in India were investigating a deadly car blast in the capital that killed at least eight people and injured several others, officials said Tuesday.

11/11/2025

Travel News

Godzilla invades Tokyo’s Haneda airport for a year-long installation

The nine-metre-tall statue will stand in Haneda Airport’s departures hall for one year.

11/11/2025

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan’s military parade marks new chapter in South Caucasus

Azerbaijan celebrated the anniversary of reclaiming control of Karabakh, marking a historic moment for the country and the entire region by closing the tragic chapter of decades of bloody conflict and starting a new chapter of peace.

10/11/2025

Japan

Japan and China exchange barbs after PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks

China regards Taiwan as part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to bring the self-governing island under its control.

10/11/2025

India

At least eight killed after car explodes in New Delhi, police say

Several fire engines rushed to the scene after the blast was reported near one of the gates of the Red Fort metro station, the city's fire services said.

10/11/2025

Focus

Uzbekistan opens educational hub for children inside the Center of Islamic Civilization

In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan

In Tashkent, a new educational center inside the Center of Islamic Civilization invites children to explore the country’s rich heritage through technology, storytelling, and interactive learning.

10/11/2025

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Gaza struggles to recover 10,000 bodies buried under rubble

Authorities in Gaza say they are struggling to recover the bodies of around 10,000 people still buried under rubble.

10/11/2025

Philippines

Fung-wong leaves 4 dead and 1.4 million evacuated in the Philippines

Typhoon Fung-wong killed at least four people, forced the evacuation of over 1.4 million residents, and exposed 30 million to hazards in the Philippines.

10/11/2025

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Powerful typhoon Fung-wong wreaks havoc in the Philippines, leaving 8 dead and 1.4 million displaced

Fung-wong has killed at least 8 and displaced 1.4 million in the Philippines, with severe floods and landslides prompting mass evacuations and power cuts.

10/11/2025

Destinations

Backwaters and elephant parades: Why Kerala should be your next trip

Heard of Kalaripayattu martial arts, Kathakali dance or the Thrissur Pooram festival? If not, Kerala might just be the ultimate destination for your next trip.

10/11/2025

Tech News

China creates a new visa to attract global tech talent

China's government has made global leadership in advanced technologies a top priority.

10/11/2025

Travel News

Uzbekistan’s hospitality sector expands with record tourist arrivals

Uzbekistan’s hospitality industry is expanding fast. At HORECA EXPO 2025 in Tashkent, experts and investors discussed how hotels, local suppliers and new technologies are driving the country’s record tourism growth.

10/11/2025

Iraq

Iraq elections: early voting for 1.3 million citizens began on Sunday

The election, with 7,744 candidates, will determine if PM al-Sudani secures a second term amid regional tensions.

09/11/2025

Culture news

Baku International Arts Festival targets cross-cultural projects

The second week of the Baku International Arts Festival features international stars of theatre, music, dance, and opera, along with unique collaborations, premieres, and ethnic projects.

09/11/2025

Japan

Strong 6.9-magnitude quake hits Japan, tsunami advisory cancelled

The quake that hit northern Japan on Sunday caused temporary power outages and train delays. No injuries or damage were reported, and a tsunami advisory was cancelled.

09/11/2025

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Video shows Super Typhoon Fung-wong bringing powerful winds and flooding to the Philippines

Super Typhoon Fung-wong has triggered mass evacuations across the Philippines as powerful winds and torrential rains threaten millions following the devastation of Typhoon Kalmaegi.

09/11/2025

Philippines

Philippines braces for typhoon Fung-wong as nearly 1 million evacuate

Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr has urged people to evacuate as Super Typhoon Fung-wong threatens the Philippines with winds up to 230 km/h, following Typhoon Kalmaegi's devastation.

09/11/2025

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan to join Abraham Accords as it signs trade deals with the US

US President Donald Trump held an Oval Office call with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expanding the Abraham Accords to include the central Asian nation.

08/11/2025

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Iran to cut Tehran water supply at night as historic shortage worsens

Iran’s government may begin cutting water supply at night in Tehran as the capital faces its worst shortage in decades, with dam levels at historic lows.

08/11/2025