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Two Women Are Spearheading India’s Latest Space Mission
Chandrayaan-2, India’s second mission to the moon, has been celebrated across the country for making history in more ways than one.
Journalist Maria Ressa’s Libel Trial is Underway in the Philippines
“How this is decided will have an impact on...the quality of journalism in the digital age in the Philippines.”
There’s a Clothing Brand Dedicated to One of the Biggest Thieves in Philippine History
Convicted scam mastermind Janet Lim-Napoles, accused of stealing millions of dollars from government coffers, is now immortalized on fabric.
We Ask Duterte’s Critics Why He Remains Popular
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been heavily criticized for a variety of his policies – yet halfway through his term, he remains as popular as ever.
Hong Kong’s Protesters Turn Their Anger Towards Expat Police Officers
Western officers are perceived as both legacies of colonial power and representatives of China.
The US Thinks Cambodia’s Largest Resort Could Be a Chinese Military Base
The United States’ strained relationship with Cambodia may also be fueling this suspicion.
Why Are Some Muslim Countries Standing in Solidarity With China?
Political power and economic motivations are compelling reasons for Muslim nations to continue their support, despite China's persecution of Uighurs.
Filipinos Are Bristling at an LGBTQ Group’s New Membership Card
“We don’t need discounts, we need equal rights.”
Parts of Asia Are On Their Way to Becoming Unlivable
Studies have found that living in some Indian cities might soon become a gamble.
Xinjiang’s Tourist Spots Are Flourishing Right Beside Its Internment Camps
Despite reports of China’s persecution of Uighurs in Xinjiang, authorities are touting it as the country's new tourist destination.
Burmese Parents Are Holding Fake Funerals to Keep Their Children Safe
These families will do anything to prevent their children from being recruited by the country’s rebel groups.
A 'Kidnapped' Man Turned Out To Be A Thief Getting Arrested
The thief chose the worst possible target when he tried to snatch a gold chain from a government agent.