Gender analyst Aye Lei Tun argues that obstacles within political parties and hostile community attitudes prevent the harnessing of female talent in politics. ( read original story ...)
Thousands of Protesters Demand Thailand PM’s Resignation
Thousands of Thai protesters marched in the capital of Bangkok Wednesday, demanding the resignation of the prime minister and clashing with pro-monarchy demonstrators. Student protests have ... ( read original story ...)
Two Americans Held Hostage by Iran-Backed Forces in Yemen Freed in Trade
U.S. and Saudi Arabian officials say Americans held by Houthi militants in Yemen were liberated as part of a U.S.-backed trade that will return more than 200 of the group’s loyalists to the fractured ... ( read original story ...)
‘Everyone Wants A Flag’: Turkey Support Lifts Spirits In Azerbaijan
Sales have been especially brisk since the western Azerbaijan city was hit last weekend by a missile that killed 10 civilians in the middle of the night. "Everyone wants to buy a Turkish flag," ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey says Greece failed to fulfill promises, vows response
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday accused Greece and Cyprus of failing to fulfill “promises” made during negotiations within the European Union and NATO ... ( read original story ...)
Nearly 40 Killed Amid Flooding In Vietnam, Cambodia
Flooding in parts of Vietnam and Cambodia has killed nearly 40 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam: Dozens killed after storm unleashes floods
At least 36 people have died in flooding in Vietnam, as Tropical Storm Nangka makes landfall. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. In order ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ Duterte Wants Soldiers to Get Covid Vaccine First
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he wants the poor, soldiers and police officers to receive the first shots of the coronavirus vaccine once available. ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ higher dollar stock this year is not entirely good news
The Philippines is likely to register a higher dollar surplus this year, but this is not all good news as doing so also meant demand that drives outflows would remain tepid and the economy weak. ( read original story ...)
National outcry over death of baby separated from mother in Philippines
The death of a three-month-old baby who was separated from her mother at a jail in the Philippines has provoked an outpouring of anger nationwide. Human rights activist Reina Mae Nasino worked for an ... ( read original story ...)