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The Minoan culture was the first highly complex society on modern European soil, with palaces, writing, stunning art – and even flushing toilets. The Minoans lived in the bronze age (circa 3000-1200BC) on the Mediterranean island of Crete, which served as a stepping stone between Europe, Africa and Asia.

Integrity experts are concerned over the strength of laws in parts of the country, with the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup deemed particularly vulnerable

Shares are mixed in Asia after Wall Street held near its records

A retreat for defence stocks today failed to prevent the FTSE 100 index edging higher amid a strong session for JD Sports Fashion and Marks Spencer.

Companies send letter to business secretary complaining new rules were imposed with 24 hours’ notice

Young talent dazzled on pre-season tour of Asia

Evidence is mounting that the evolution of our species is more convoluted than we imagined — more like a braided stream than a branching tree.

As experts study the human fossil record of Asia, many have come to see it as telling a different story than what happened in Europe and Africa.

Sana Javeri Kadri built a successful spice company by sourcing directly from south Asian producers. But new tariffs threaten her business model