Middle East

Culture news

Explore heritage, history and religion at the Islamic Art Biennale

Elise Morton recently returned from the world's first Islamic Art Biennale and discovered an exhibition divided into two experiences: Qiblah reflecting daily ritual of acts and faith, while Hijrah explores migration issues.

18/04/2023

Scenes

Meet the Syrian couple bringing joy to displaced children during Ramadan

In partnership with Media City

“We offer many activities like choir, chess, karate, table tennis, storytelling and children’s face painting. These things make children feel happy,”

17/04/2023

Tech News

Kuwait's first AI-powered news presenter is raising concerns

Kuwait News introduced "Fedha," a virtual news presenter. It could read online news bulletins in the future but experts are concerned.

17/04/2023

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Orthodox Christians take part in the "Holy Fire" ritual in Jerusalem

Orthodox Christians gathered at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem on Saturday to celebrate the ancient ritual of the Holy Fire.

16/04/2023

Israel

Protests in Israel continue despite 'pause' of judicial reform plan

Protest organizers aim to maintain momentum and increase pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government until the proposed changes are scrapped.

16/04/2023

Cult

Turkish psychedelia, funk and grooves: Elektro Hafiz head for Brussels

Roma clarinettist Ramazan Sesler and electro band Elektro Hafiz: the musicians linking Brussels and Istanbul

15/04/2023

The Dialogue

Radical Inclusion: The social impact entrepreneur creating an inclusive society

In partnership with Media City

Dr. Victor Pineda wants to reimagine a world where everyone belongs. His Foundation has partnered with cities, creating a global campaign to improve accessibility.

15/04/2023

Football Now

Is the MLS the world's fastest growing league?

In partnership with Media City

The MLS has existed for 30 years, but for the new season, the format has changed. The popularity is soaring. In partnership with Media City Qatar.

13/04/2023

The Exchange

Cyber security: An insight into the business of keeping people safe

In partnership with Media City

On this latest episode of The Exchange, we meet the military chiefs, a cyber security expert, and a billion-dollar data company at the cutting edge of the booming security sector.

12/04/2023

Turkey

Turkey: Navigating through geopolitical waters with no clear course

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is waiting for his Russian counterpart to visit his country – but he appears to be navigating the waters of geopolitics without a clear course.

11/04/2023

Israel

Euroviews. Boycotting Israel’s new government would only make it more anti-EU

Any overreaction would only play into the right wing’s hands, which already portrays the EU as an actor antithetical to Israel’s national interest., Shlomo Roiter Jesner writes.

11/04/2023

Travel News

Turkish citizens could travel to the EU visa-free after May election

Turkey could gain visa-free access to the EU within months, Erdogan rival claims.

11/04/2023

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Saudi Arabia: Unprecedented hailstorm blocks roads in Al-Baha

The city of Al-Baha in Saudi Arabia has been transformed after a heavy hailstorm hit the region on Monday.

11/04/2023

Culture news

Car plate "P7" sold at auction in Dubai for a record €13.8 million

The charity auction for special number plates hits a record high in Dubai with the P7 number plate sold for a record €13.8 million to support the "1 Billion Meal Endowment" campaign. The initiative aims to create the biggest Ramadan sustainable food relief endowment fund.

11/04/2023

Turkey

Everything you need to know about Turkish elections

Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is facing his biggest test in the upcoming elections in May. Who are his rivals and what is at stake? Here is all you need to know about Turkey's upcoming elections.

11/04/2023

Scenes

Meet the football team from Pakistan who won the hearts of crowds in Qatar

"In Pakistan, more than 22 million children are out of school, and more than 7.5 million children are on the streets."

10/04/2023

Explore

Why cyclists should set their sights on Türkiye for their next trip

In partnership with GoTürkiye

With a climate that favours outdoor cycling year-round, Türkiye has breathtaking bike routes for all skill levels.

10/04/2023

Yemen

Talks in Yemen’s capital with Saudi officials raise hopes of ceasefire

Saudi and Omani delegations have held talks with Houthi officials in the Yemeni capital Sanaa, with the hopes of agreeing on a ceasefire.

10/04/2023

Turkey

Survivors of the Turkey-Syria quakes say they live in constant fear

Some barely sleep. Others fear spending time indoors. And many more have developed a profound fear of the mountains that had been their source of well-being.

10/04/2023

No Comment

Jewish worshippers pray at Jerusalem's Western Wall

Thousands of Jewish worshippers gathered on Sunday at Jerusalem’s Western Wall, the holiest place where Jews can pray, for a mass priestly benediction prayer service for Passover.

09/04/2023

Israel

Israelis mourn sisters killed in occupied West Bank attack

The mother who was also shot in the attack remains in critical condition in a hospital, unaware of her daughters' deaths.

09/04/2023

Culture news

Meet the artistic director of the first ever Islamic Arts Biennale

The world's first Islamic Arts Biennale is running in Saudi Arabia as the country continues to diversify its interests and increase efforts, some say, to change perceptions. Discover more about Sumayya Vally, the exhibition and the South African woman artistically directing the show.

09/04/2023

Israel

Protests over Israel's judicial reform continue despite deadly attacks

Demonstrations against judicial reform have continued in Israel despite Friday's deadly attacks in Tel Aviv and the West Bank.

08/04/2023

Israel

Israel stages rare strikes in Lebanon, also hits Gaza Strip

Israel launched air strikes before dawn on April 7 in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, saying it was targeting Hamas in retaliation for several dozen rockets fired at Israel from both territories.

07/04/2023

Football Now

Is this the most exciting Bundesliga season ever?

In partnership with Media City

The Bundesliga title race is hotting up in Germany, and it's quite refreshing to say that for a change. In partnership with Media City Qatar.

06/04/2023

Israel

Israeli police raid Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa mosque for a second night

Israeli police raid Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa mosque for the second night in a row - sparking international outrage and condemnation.

06/04/2023