What’s China’s new ethnic unity law, and what does it mean for minorities?
Critics say it could hasten forced assimilation, lead to targeting of critics outside China. Beijing rejects charges.
Couple publicly caned in Indonesia after kissing on TikTok livestream
A young couple in Indonesia have been publicly caned after an Islamic Sharia court convicted them of violating religious law…
Daycare workers face criminal charges for allegedly locking toddlers inside washing machines
Toddlers at a workplace creche in India were allegedly locked inside washing machines and pushed into narrow water-filled pipes in…
Maradona to Messi: Why Bangladesh loves Argentina’s footballers
Diego Maradona turned a nation 17,000km from Argentina into die-hard fans. Lionel Messi has enthralled a new generation.
Boy who went missing from school found dead near waterfall in Japan
The body of a 10-year-old boy who went missing from a special needs school in Japan was found on Wednesday…
Screen Australia Launches Audience-Intelligence Programs With Tatino Films, Publikum
Screen Australia has unveiled two audience-focused programs designed to strengthen the theatrical reach of Australian feature films, partnering with global…
Iran to open ‘communication channel’ on MoU with US after talks in Qatar
Iran's Deputy FM Gharibabadi also says part of $6bn in frozen assets would be used to buy goods that Tehran…
How AI is being weaponised against India’s Muslim women
For years, India's Muslim women have been subject to online abuse.
What military capabilities does Iran possess as it negotiates with US?
US and Israel claim extensive damage, Iran projects defiance, and satellite images show fast attempts at recovery.
India’s Bengal drops eggs from school lunches: Why that’s stoking debate
Opposition politicians say the BJP is 'imposing vegetarianism' by removing eggs from midday meals.