Bhutan’s silent majority
Bhutanese women struggle for political representation amid deep-rooted barriers.
Duterte drug war: Thousands killed, menace stayed alive
Government data acknowledged 6,000 people dead in the brutal campaign to rid the country of the drug menace. Human rights groups estimate the death toll to be as high as 30,000…
Is it time for a term limit in Malaysia?
On March 16, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he that agreed with a proposal made to limit the Prime Minister's tenure to two parliamentary terms, but stressed that…
At Nepal’s only hunting reserve, tourism brings no joy
People face problems with education, health, transportation, and drinking water. Benefits do not spill over to local residents.
Katseye’s Lara comes out as queer. Why it matters in K-pop
Industry insiders say Indian American idol’s disclosure, while unprecedented, reflects K-pop’s duality.
Indian censor board blocks Santosh, a film exploring Islamophobia, casteism and police brutality
The award-winning film made its way to Cannes, but Indian censors refuse to allow its domestic release.
Heroin smuggling racket busted near India-Myanmar border; 3 arrested
This bust is part of an ongoing effort to curb the trafficking of illegal drugs along the India-Myanmar border, a route frequently exploited by smugglers.
Heightened awareness required as Vietnam’s measles cases top 42,000
Without prompt treatment, the patient’s condition can worsen, leading to complications and even death.
10 drug users test HIV-positive in India’s Kerala due to shared syringes
Authorities said that efforts are underway to identify other potential contacts within the group and ensure medical intervention.
South Korea’s fire-ravaged southeast reels from unprecedented damage
Death toll rises to 27. Authorities say fire spread is fastest on record, with power, water supply, and traffic disrupted.