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Afghanistan

We Spoke to Traumatised Afghans Who Survived the Deadly Kabul Airport Bombings

Scenes of horror continue to emerge from Kabul airport, while those who witnessed the attacks cope with the trauma and shock of escaping death.
Natashya Gutierrez
Pallavi Pundir
8.27.21
Afghanistan

There Will Be More ISIS and Taliban Attacks. Afghan Civilians Will Suffer Most.

An expert tells us why this may be just the beginning for ISIS-K’s brutality in Afghanistan.
Gavin Butler
8.27.21
Dating

Indian Authorities Can’t Bear to See Unmarried Couples Cuddling in Public Places

In yet another instance of moral policing, a prominent public park recently banned the couples from entering, until widespread outrage forced them to backtrack.
Dhvani Solani
8.27.21
Child Abuse

Ex-US Diplomat Wanted in the Philippines Over ‘Sexual Activity’ With Minor

The 61-year-old man has also been accused of possessing child pornography.
Anthony Esguerra
8.27.21
china

Working 9 to 9, 6 Days a Week? Top Chinese Court Says That’s Illegal.

Internet users have questioned if the labor law will actually get enforced.
Viola Zhou
8.27.21
Drugs

I Found Out My Father Smuggled Cannabis From Afghanistan to Amsterdam 

He was the “Bandit of Kabul,” who savoured full moon parties in Goa, legal hash shops in Nepal, cannabis oil experiments in Afghanistan, and smuggling missions to Amsterdam on Asia’s hippie trail of the 70s.
Shamani Joshi
8.27.21
Afghanistan

People Around the World Are Stepping Up to Help Afghan Refugees in Their Own Ways

From free phone calls to chartering rescue planes, these are ways that companies, NGOs, and individuals are supporting Afghan refugees.
Koh Ewe
8.27.21
Drugs

The Worrying Rise of Lean in the UK

"Lean comas" and kidney failure are some of the lesser-known side effects of purple drank.
Francisco Garcia
Emmanuel Onapa
8.27.21
vaccines

My Fear of Needles Almost Stopped Me from Getting Vaccinated

Not everyone who hasn't had their vaccination yet is anti-vax. Some people are just building up their courage.
Yoran Custers
8.27.21
japan

T. Rex Was a ‘Foodie,’ Scientists Find

The dinosaur had “a delicate side like other animals. It’s not a monster.”
Hanako Montgomery
8.27.21
Afghanistan

‘We Will Hunt You Down’: Biden Promises U.S. Retaliation for ISIS Attacks in Kabul

Evacuations are ongoing following explosions that killed more than 100 people at Kabul's airport. ISIS attacks are "expected to continue."
Gavin Butler
8.27.21
News

Ryerson University Will No Longer Be Named After Residential Schools Architect

The move to remove Egerton Ryerson from the school’s name comes after more than 1,000 unmarked graves were confirmed at residential school sites.
Brennan Doherty
8.26.21
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