Who is ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr and why are some Filipinos nervous about his family’s return?

Despite his popularity among millions of voters, many Filipinos are shocked by his win and what…

North Korea identifies first Omicron coronavirus case, state media reports

The state-run news agency KCNA called the situation a “major national emergency.” It is not clear…

Sri Lanka protesters burn politicians’ homes as country plunges further into chaos

Police in the island nation said Tuesday in addition to the destroyed homes, 75 have been…

Military rescues Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister in pre-dawn operation as violent clashes leave seven dead

The military were called to the Prime Minister’s ‘Temple Trees’ compound after protesters tried to breach…

Yoon Suk Yeol sworn in as South Korea’s new President

Yoon, a conservative from the People Power Party, gave the remarks after being sworn in as…

Dictator’s son on cusp of winning landslide in Philippines elections

Marcos Jr has about 30 million votes compared to his closest rival, the outgoing Vice President…

Polls close in pivotal Philippines election that could put Marcoses back in power

About 65.7 million registered voters across the country cast their ballots to replace populist leader Rodrigo…

Sri Lanka’s prime minister resigns amid protests over economic crisis

The country has been rocked by civil unrest since March, with demonstrations at times turning violent…

In Philippines, the fight against online sexual abuse of children exposes tensions between human rights and economic development  

The new leader will have many “existential” challenges to address. It is, however, uncertain how high…

Hong Kong’s next leader is a hardline former police officer who took on the city’s protesters

Last week, the man who led the crackdown stepped onto a stage to lay out his…