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At Freedom’s Gate?

For Bangladesh's political transformation to succeed and establish a democratic state, the movement must genuinely represent and protect all its people.

  • Published: December 17, 202410:37 am
  • Author Lamia Karim
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EXPLAINER: Depleted uranium and why it’s a national security threat

The dense material can penetrate through almost anything, making it an ultimate weapon of war.

  • Published: December 13, 202410:36 am
  • Author Emmariel Ares
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Why fewer Malaysians are saying ‘I do’

Figures from the Statistics Department show that the number of couples who tied the knot has gradually fallen from 207,882 in 2016 to 188,100 last year.

  • Published: December 13, 202410:35 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Child marriage and teenage pregnancy rampant in Baglung despite legal protections

In many cases, legal provisions intended to protect children from child marriage are instead being used to penalise the victims.

  • Published: December 10, 20241:14 pm
  • Author Prakash Baral
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Singaporean in vegetative state after gastroscopy: What are the risks associated with the procedure?

The Straits Times reported that 35-year-old Ms Tong Ming Yan, a former teacher, had suffered irreversible brain damage following the procedure under sedation as part of a…

  • Published: December 3, 20249:13 am
  • Author Zhaki Abdullah
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Rising above youthwashing at COP29

Tokenism at events like COP29 risks reducing youth engagement to mere visibility. This approach not only disrespects their talents and intelligence but also fails to harness their…

  • Published: November 26, 20246:15 am
  • Author Runa Khan
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Power play at COP29 climate talks

The main argument for rich nations to foot the bill on climate finance is the “polluter pays principle” enshrined in the 1992 Rio Declaration, which, in essence, requires…

  • Published: November 25, 20249:05 am
  • Author Michael Lim Ubac
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Uyghur craftsman keeps musical tradition thriving

An important spot along the ancient Silk Road up to 2,000 years ago, the Xinhe county is known for traditional Kuqa music and dance, named after the ancient kingdom of Kuqa.

  • Published: November 22, 202411:35 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Pakistan needs to shield farmers from climate-related financial impacts

As climate events continue to affect Pakistan’s farming communities, better-aligned insurance schemes need to be adopted by the government.

  • Published: November 19, 202411:11 am
  • Author Kazim Saeed
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Ending impunity for crimes against journalists

A new reality is emerging for journalists covering environmental issues. Just as climate-related disasters are becoming more frequent, journalists reporting on them are facing…

  • Published: November 15, 202411:36 am
  • Author Mahfuz Anam

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