On Sunday more than an eighth of the world's population will have their eyes on Old Trafford cricket ground. With both India and Pakistan looking to get one over their rivals. But at the end of the day, it's not just about cricket. Paul Scott takes you through the intricacies of what the matchup means for the sub-continent. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that … [Read more...]
Thousands take to the streets to protest poverty and corruption in Indonesia
Police in the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, have used teargas and water cannon during a student demonstration. The protesters had marched to the parliamentary building after speculation President Joko Widodo intends to extend his term beyond 2024. Jokowi, as he's commonly known, appears to have backed away from the plans. Wilson Dizard reports. Subscribe: … [Read more...]
Mikhail Gorbachev, who ended the Cold War, dies aged 91
Mikhail Gorbachev, the last president of the Soviet Union has died at the age of 91 after a long illness. Gorbachev was responsible for ending the Cold War. But his plans to change the Soviet Union's political system and economy led to its break up. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook Twitter: … [Read more...]
5 things to know about Laura Loomer
Laura Loomer, a 'proud Islamophobe' and an outspoken far-right activist, just won a Republican primary in Florida. Here are 5 things you should know about her. Islamophobia on the rise 👉 http://trt.world/islamophobia Far Right Politics 👉 http://trt.world/1qsm #LauraLoomer #Islamophobe #FarRight US Far Right Politicians,Who Is Laura Loomer,Laura Loomer,Proud to Be … [Read more...]
China says US will ‘bear all consequences’ if Pelosi visits Taiwan
China has warned the US that it would ‘bear the consequences’ if US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan. Tensions between Washington and Beijing have been high ahead of an expected phone call between the leaders of the two countries. Einar Tangen, senior fellow at the Taihe Institute, weighs in on whether there is room to de-escalate the rhetoric from both sides. #China … [Read more...]
How would China react if US goes ahead with Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan
China has warned of "serious consequences" if US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelos were to proceed with her visit to Taiwan. Robert Manning from the Atlantic Council unpacks US-China tensions and how Beijing would react if the planned trip were to go ahead. #NancyPelosi #Biden #Xi Subscribe: http://trt.world/NOW Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: … [Read more...]
Why is Nancy Pelosi’s planned visit to Taiwan angering Beijing?
US President Joe Biden has spoken with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping over the phone for the first time since March. This comes as Beijing warned of consequences, after reports emerged of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi planning to visit Taiwan. Beijing considers Taiwan as its own territory, and deters foreign powers from supporting Taipei. Victor Gao from Soochow University … [Read more...]
Jill Biden rebuked for comparing Latinos to ‘breakfast tacos’
“We are not tacos” The National Association of Hispanic Journalists lashed out at US First Lady Jill Biden’s comparison of Latino people to ‘breakfast tacos’ at an event. The association said in a statement the heritage of Latinos ‘should not be reduced to a stereotype.’ Subscribe to our channel for all our latest in-depth, on the ground reporting from around the … [Read more...]
Ramadan 2022 set to begin
The holy month of Ramadan has almost arrived. And for Muslims worldwide, it's time to fast from dawn to sunset, and to pray, reflect and share. #Ramadan #Ramadan2022 Holy Month Ramadan,Ramadan 2022,Ramadan Set to Begin,TRT,TRT News,TRT World … [Read more...]