If passed into law by Hong Kong’s legislature, the bill will make ‘disrespect’ of the Chinese national anthem a crime. Hong Kong’s legislature is moving…
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New Zealand reports no new coronavirus cases
This is the first time since the outbreak took hold in mid-March that New Zealand is reporting zero new cases. New Zealand reported no new…
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Indonesia's health workers brace for COVID-19 onslaught
Indonesia has one of the world’s highest COVID-19 mortality rates, and is changing the way it deals with the dead. Medan, Indonesia – On April…
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China’s dams exacerbated extreme drought in lower Mekong: Study
Critics say system of dams that China built deprived millions of people from Southeast Asia of their livelihood. Southeast Asian countries would have likely experienced…
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China reports no new coronavirus deaths for first time
Cases in mainland China have been dwindling since March, but it faces a second wave of infections from overseas. China reported no new deaths from…
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Illegal wildlife trade goes online as China shuts down markets
Online shift increases pressure on China’s tech giants over trade thrust into spotlight by coronavirus outbreak. Shenzhen, China – China’s top e-commerce and express delivery…
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South Korea's coronavirus lessons: Quick, easy tests; monitoring
South Korea appears to be bringing its coronavirus outbreak under control without resorting to draconian lockdowns. More than 8,800 people around the world have now…
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Several wounded in twin bomb attack in Thailand's restive region
Conflict has flared on and off for decades in Muslim-majority region as rebel groups demand independence for the area. Bombers have attacked a major government…
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Australia prepares for more wet weather as rain breaks records
Northern Australia will see an increase in rain in coming days as seasonal rains gather strength. Authorities in the Australian state of Queensland have stepped…
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All you need to know about travelling during coronavirus outbreak
Here is all you need to know if you are planning on travelling during the coronavirus epidemic. The rapid spread of COVID-19 around the globe…
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Thailand court disbands opposition party over princess nomination
Disqualifying the Thai Raksa Chart party strikes a blow to the opposition’s chances of winning the general election. A top Thailand court has banned an opposition party for…
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Australia plans tough social media law after Christchurch attacks
Canberra wants legislation to prevent people from livestreaming violent crime and ‘weaponising social media platforms’. The Australian government has announced plans to introduce tough new…
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Thailand goes to polls as coup leader eyes return to power
Thais cast ballots in a long-delayed vote that could see Prayuth Chan-ocha return to power as a civilian prime minister. Bangkok, Thailand – Thailand voted…
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Thai artists face restrictions ahead of upcoming elections
New Zealand mosque attacks: Social media comes under attack Why was it so difficult for social media giants to contain the spread of videos of…
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