democracy
Inside Hong Kong’s Crackdown On Pro-Democracy Activists
Fergus Leung is a 23-year-old politician in Hong Kong who was rounded up by police.
The Story Behind Myanmar’s Most Famous Protest Photo
An image of a Myanmar nun pleading with police went viral. Here’s what happened.
Here’s How Worried You Should Be About Those Tom Cruise Deepfakes
It turns out that a team of professionals are behind the TikTok videos that sent the internet into a panic.
The Signs and Symbols of Asia’s New Democracy Movement
As Southeast Asian countries sink further into authoritarianism, young people are fighting back with coded language.
American Democracy Isn't Doing So Hot
Almost half of Americans say U.S. democracy isn't functioning very well.
Watch This English Local Council Zoom Meeting Descend Into Absolute Chaos
This is democracy in its rawest and greatest form, and genuinely a must-watch.
YouTube Blocked a Thai Rap Music Video After the Government Complained
It's the latest in a battle for free expression on and offline in Thailand.
Royal Defamation Cases Soar in Thailand As Authorities Seek To End Protests
The Southeast Asian country has some of the toughest lese-majeste laws in the world.
2020: Thai Protesters Look Back on a Year That Changed Their Lives
We asked those behind the unprecedented demonstrations what was achieved, and what's next.
As Protesters Challenge Monarchy, Thai King Adopts More Approachable Image
Experts say the powerful monarch is taking a friendlier approach in the wake of unprecedented pro-democracy demonstrations.
Trump Allies Want 'Alternative Electors' to Declare Him Winner of the Electoral College
Spoiler alert: Their "Hail Mary" attempt has no chance legally.
Trump’s Ridiculous, Sloppy Coup Attempt Just Face-Planted in Michigan
The board of state canvassers voted to certify Joe Biden’s big margin of victory after a key member refused to bow to Trump’s pressure campaign.