China's policy of Mandarin-only schooling in Xinjiang, known as East Turkistan, is raising international concerns about the potential erasure of the Uyghur language and cultural identity among ethnic minorities.
Traders in Abbottabad, Pakistan, staged a protest after alleging that their vehicle tyres were damaged during a municipal enforcement drive at a local bazaar, sparking tensions over regulatory actions.
Contrary to popular belief, the Great Wall of China is not visible from space with the naked eye. This persistent myth, dating back centuries, has been disproven by astronauts and scientific observation.
A 33-year-old woman was killed in a wild elephant attack in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. This follows another fatal elephant attack in the region earlier this month, highlighting ongoing human-wildlife conflict.
Punch, a rescued macaque at Japan's Ichikawa Zoo, has become an overnight internet sensation. Videos showing his struggle to integrate with the troop and his bond with caretakers have sparked global empathy and discussion.
A new report forecasts the Asia-Pacific generative AI market will grow at 37.5% annually, contributing $76 billion to the regional economy by 2030, driven by tech adoption and innovation.
In southern Romania, trovant stones appear to grow and reproduce through natural mineral processes, fascinating scientists and locals alike with their unique geological properties.
A visual journey through today's top photos, featuring the 87th CRPF Day Parade in Assam, exhibition gala performances by Ilia Malinin and Ami Nakai, and a new Johnson & Johnson cell therapy facility in Pennsylvania.
Bangladesh's newly sworn-in parliament, with Prime Minister Rahman and his cabinet, is anticipated to hold its inaugural session in early March, as reported by BNP.
A large spectacled cobra was rescued from a school in Rabale, Navi Mumbai, by the Sahyadri Group team and safely released in a forested area away from human habitation.
On February 21, 2026, a rare planetary parade of six planets will light up the UAE night sky, visible during Ramadan. Venus, Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune align, with best viewing from deserts and mountains.
A leopard attack in Poladpur, Raigad, has left a cow dead and residents fearful. Forest officials confirm the incident and urge locals to avoid nighttime travel and keep children supervised.
A green sea turtle was rescued in Karnataka and is receiving medical treatment at a facility in Karwar. The incident highlights marine conservation efforts in the region.
A wild elephant was seen near the Idukki collectorate on Friday evening, causing alarm among travelers. Forest officials attribute the sighting to food and water scarcity amid rising temperatures.
An anonymous donor has gifted 21kg of gold bullion worth $3.6 million to Osaka for water and drainage works. The city will convert it to cash for urgent infrastructure repairs.
A significant earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale struck Pakistan, causing tremors across the region. Authorities confirm no immediate reports of casualties or major damage, with emergency services on high alert.
Discover how the female king cobra, the only snake species to build nests like birds, constructs protective structures in South India's forests to safeguard her eggs for months.
Researchers uncover that Syrinx aruanus, the world's largest sea snail, primarily feeds on large marine worms, using a flexible proboscis to hunt in tidal mudflats, filling a gap in its poorly recorded biology.
A suspected gas leak triggered a massive explosion in Karachi, Pakistan, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens. The blast occurred in a residential area, causing widespread damage and prompting emergency response efforts.
A suspected gas leak triggered a devastating explosion in a residential building in Karachi, Pakistan, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. Emergency services are on-site for rescue operations.
A devastating gas explosion caused a partial collapse of a residential building in Karachi's Soldier Bazaar, killing at least 16 people including children and injuring 14 others during early morning hours.
An official inquiry into the Gul Plaza incident in Pakistan has highlighted severe deficiencies in emergency response systems and building code compliance, raising urgent safety concerns.
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon to life imprisonment for imposing martial law, marking a significant legal and political development in the country's history.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for imposing martial law during his tenure, a landmark ruling that underscores the nation's commitment to democratic accountability and justice.
An Indian traveller was detained at Suvarnabhumi Airport after Thai authorities found two endangered Indochinese lutungs hidden in his luggage, highlighting the global issue of wildlife trafficking.
Highway 1, once Afghanistan's most dangerous road, now showcases Taliban security and infrastructure efforts, though economic challenges and women's exclusion persist.
South Korea is on edge as a court prepares to deliver a verdict in the insurrection trial of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, with potential implications for political stability and legal precedent.
A naturalist documents over a year of safaris observing a mother leopard teaching her cubs survival skills in Karnataka's changing landscape, highlighting wildlife adaptation.
A naturalist in a Karnataka reserve documented over a year of morning and evening safaris, witnessing a mother leopard's lessons in raising her cubs amidst environmental changes.
A devastating explosion at a fireworks shop in Hubei province, China, resulted in 12 fatalities on the second day of Lunar New Year celebrations. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in China's fireworks industry.