Myanmar deaths from mines, ordnance tripled in 2023: UN
UN children's agency says more than 20 percent of the victims were children.
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India’s electoral bonds laundry: ‘Corrupt’ firms paid parties, got cleansed
From PM Modi's BJP to the opposition Trinamool Congress, parties gained from donations that activists say were dubious.
Tonga ministers quit amid standoff with powerful monarch
Crisis erupted last month after King Tupou VI abruptly withdrew 'confidence and consent' for three ministries.
Majority in Southeast Asia would choose China over US, survey suggests
Survey by Singapore-based think tank points to Beijing’s growing influence in the region.
‘Not good enough’: Australian PM slams explanation for aid workers’ killing
Australian leader says he demanded 'full accountability' for Australian's killing in call with Benjamin Netanyahu.
Media feel pressure to tell ‘positive’ China story as party tightens grip
State-linked Sixth Tone news outlet, known for its coverage of socioeconomic issues, comes under scrutiny.
Taiwan says 1,000 injured in earthquake, rescue efforts focus on Hualien
The quake struck on Wednesday morning and was the strongest to hit the island in 25 years.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 770
As the war enters its 770th day, these are the main developments.
Gaza ceasefire talks stall as Israel and Hamas dig in
Qatar says the major sticking points remain the same as behind-the-scenes talks attempt to secure a truce in Gaza.
US prosecutors spar with judge over order in Trump classified document case
Special Counsel Jack Smith has questioned whether an order to provide jury instructions may 'distort' an eventual trial.
Turkey’s election authority reinstates pro-Kurdish mayoral election winner
Election authority reverses ejection of Kurdish winner of mayoral race in city of Van in eastern Turkey.
Colombia and Panama failing to protect migrants in Darien Gap: HRW
Human Rights Watch has urged the two countries to ensure the safety of people crossing the dangerous migration route.
Wisconsin is latest US state to send ‘uncommitted’ message to Biden on Gaza
More than 47,800 people cast 'uninstructed' votes in state primary, in latest stop of national protest movement.
Protests called as Georgia revives controversial ‘foreign agents’ law
Governing party hopes to pass legislation, dropped last year amid mass demonstrations, before October elections.
Pakistan’s PTI slams poll body after Senate election delayed in a province
Election for seats from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa delayed by the election commission after row over reserved seats.
Deadly school shooting in Finland blamed on bullying
Police say 12-year-old who killed and wounded classmates on Tuesday was a victim of bullying.
Why are some US food producers using antibiotics in meat again?
Several companies have abandoned commitments to serve antibiotic-free meat, but what does this mean for human health?
Rahul Gandhi files nomination for India election from Kerala seat
Gandhi, the leading figure in an opposition alliance fighting an uphill battle against Modi, will contest from Wayanad.
NATO chief urges members to provide Ukraine with long-term military help
Stoltenberg says Kyiv had 'urgent needs' and delays in providing support can have consequences on the battlefield.
Why mass kidnappings still plague Nigeria a decade after Chibok abductions
Nigeria, with one of the strongest armies in the region, battles to tackle insecurity putting vulnerable groups at risk.