Thai court to rule on August 29 whether to disqualify suspended PM Paetongtarn
The two witnesses to be questioned are Ms Paetongtarn herself and the Secretary-General of the National Security Council.
Seoul court issues warrant to detain ex-first lady
Kim Keon Hee is being investigated for her alleged involvement in the stock price manipulation of imported car dealer Deutsch Motors, a bribery case,Cou and influence-peddling in…
Bangladesh’s former Awami League government’s secret surveillance state
Such a powerful surveillance system can be abused to suppress political opponents and snoop on ordinary citizens in violation of their constitutional right to privacy, experts…
Monsoon Session turmoil: Indian Parliament witnesses fierce debates, disruptions, and legislative push
While Opposition parties have been pressing for urgent discussions on several contentious issues, the government has sought to highlight its recent achievements.
South Korean ex-president Yoon stubbornly resists probe, as wife faces potential arrest
If the court approves the arrest of ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee, it would mark the first time a former presidential couple is detained by an investigative agency.
Philippine senate archives impeachment case against VP Sara Duterte
Nineteen senators, including Senate President Francis Escudero, voted in favor of Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva’s motion to archive the complaint against VP Duterte…
Bangladesh CA Yunus announces election in February 2026
Prof Yunus announced the much-anticipated election timeframe just hours after unveiling the July Declaration, which calls for constitutional and state recognition of the 2024…
Pirate anime flag becomes tool of protest ahead of Indonesia’s Independence Day
A flag from popular Japanese anime One Piece has reportedly been spotted in various spots and events instead of the national flag, which has prompted the government’s ire.
USAID closure harms pro-democracy development efforts in Nepal
The aid agency supported Nepal’s civil society and local governance. Now NGO sector leaders are scrambling for an alternative funding, with eyes on China and India.
Execution key for 13th Malaysia Plan’s growth
At the parliamentary tabling of the 13MP yesterday, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim revealed his administration’s growth target until 2030.