Indonesia launches tax amnesty to boost economy
Indonesia has introduced a tax amnesty as the government hopes to lure back capital parked abroad by wealthy citizens. But the measure has faced criticism from people unwilling to let…
Turkey seeks to normalize relations with Russia
The Turkish president has expressed regret for the downing of a Russian warplane in 2015. But Putin's spokesman warned it would take "more than one step" to mend ties between…
Euro 2016: Takeaways from the Round of 16
Eight games in three days sent some big teams packing and left a mixture of the familiar and the first-timers in the quarterfinals.
Japan seeks to calm uncertainties stirred up by Brexit
As the implications of Britain's decision to withdraw from the EU become clear, big changes may be in store for Japan's economic and security ties with Europe. Julian Ryall reports…
Evil wins the competition in Ramadan drama this year
This Ramadan, the drama competition has tipped the balance. It witnessed a rebirth of some experienced and young actors, and frustration with others who failed to impress their audience with…
Women in science – more complex than men think
Of the 900 Nobel Prizes since 1901, only about 50 have gone to women. This has nothing to do with women's abilities as scientists.
‘Alia’ tackles sufferings of mothers in the Egyptian society
"Film as dream, film as music. No art passes our conscience in the way film does, and goes directly to our feelings, deep down into the dark rooms of our…
Takata shares jump as CEO may leave
Japanese auto parts supplier Takata has seen its shares rise sharply as its chief executive has hinted at his resignation.
Mel Brooks, master of the parody, turns 90
From horror films to historical dramas, Mel Brooks has poked fun at every film genre in the books. After parodying Hitler and the Nazis in the 60s, he didn't shy…