India’s youth-led Cockroach movement vows to continue protest after police crackdown
The movement, which began as a satirical protest, has evolved into a nationwide challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
India’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach People’s Party’ started as satire but is serious about change
They call themselves the "cockroaches" and they're on the march — demanding action against corruption, amid a shortage of opportunities…
Pakistani forces kill 24 militants in border raids near Afghanistan
The military said Friday it used intelligence sources to target militants over the previous 24 hours. The operations were in…
China’s Xi calls for step up of global effort in AI, as US curbs squeeze China’s tech access
American-led restrictions have blocked China from accessing some of the world's most advanced technologies, spurring China's efforts to build its…
Japan revises law to ensure supply of (male) heirs to the imperial throne
A popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.
Hong Kong official warns booksellers on security risks after raids
The police operation marks the third round of arrests targeting independent bookstores in four months.
The band playing when a Bangkok bar caught fire mourns its members among the 33 dead
Victims of this week's flash fire at a Bangkok music bar that took more than 30 lives included four of…
Hong Kong booksellers arrested for allegedly selling seditious books
Hong Kong was once known for its freedom of publication, but political changes have created a challenging environment for independent…
China’s economy grows 4.3% in Q2, slowest since late 2022
Lagging consumer spending and business investment offset the boost from strong exports thanks partly to the boom in artificial intelligence.
Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital
More than 70 people were injured, with 24 of them still in critical condition, according to a statement by the…