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Qatar
New strategies will make Qatar emerge stronger, emir says
Qatar's emir outlined in a speech to the nation how the Gulf nation has managed to overcome the consequences of the Iran war and will emerge stronger and better equipped to adapt to global changes by diversifying its economy and focusing on non-carbon industries in addition to existing LNG exports.
Silk Road Adventures
Lake Tuzkan – life and tourism around Jizzakh’s desert lakes
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Lake Tuzkan brings fishing, tourism and recreation to the dry landscape of Jizzakh, as new transport links are expected to make the area easier to reach.
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Tech News
Uzbekistan’s young engineers build talking gloves and drone hunters
At an engineering competition in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 90 finalists were selected from 1,925 applications. The award-winning projects range from early prototypes to devices already in use at clinics and industrial sites, according to their creators.
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Pakistan: Passenger train derailment kills at least five, injures more than 30
At least five people were killed and more than 30 injured when the Rehman Baba Express derailed near Multan, Pakistan, early on Tuesday, 13 October. An investigation has been launched into the cause of the accident.
Cult
Explore Qatar’s architectural language in patterns
In partnership with Media City
Cult explores the visual language of Qatar, where geometry isn’t ornamental. At the Doha Design District, we learn about 15 patterns from the Msheireb Pattern Collection, tracing their cultural and architectural origins, revealing how design can carry memory, identity and a sense of belonging.
Sport
Judo: Japan reclaim mixed team world title with eighth gold in Baku
Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure their eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russia reached their first-ever mixed team final.
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Nepal orders evacuations after landslide triggers Budhi Gandaki flash flood
Nepal’s authorities ordered residents along the Budhi Gandaki River to evacuate on Sunday, 11 October, after a sudden flash flood swept away homes and other buildings in the country’s mountainous north-central region.
Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan summits focus on cooperation and Caspian Sea crisis
Leaders from across Eurasia gathered in Turkmenistan for three summits focused on strengthening regional trade, transport connectivity and economic cooperation, while addressing the growing environmental crisis facing the Caspian Sea.
Saudi Arabia
Houthis claim Riyadh further airport attacks as death toll rises to 13
The Houthis claimed responsibility for the weekend attacks on Riyadh airport. Saturday’s death toll rose to 13, while a further strike on Sunday killed one person. Flights remain suspended as Trump weighs US involvement.
Sport
Lee Claims World Gold as Tasoev Secures His Third World Title in Baku
Hyeonji Lee claimed her first world title at +78kg, defeating former champion Romane Dicko to complete a dominant day. At +100kg, Inal Tasoev delivered a spectacular ippon against home favourite Ushangi Kokauri to secure his third world title and retain the red backpatch.
Sport
Historic Gold for Lytvynenko as Sulamanidze Triumphs in Baku
Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko made history at -78kg, defeating Kaila Issoufi to become the UAE’s first-ever judo world champion. At -100kg, Georgia’s Ilia Sulamanidze overcame Dota Arai in the final to claim his first world title, turning previous bronze into gold.
