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Asia February 9, 2024

Malaysian high court strikes down state's Sharia-based laws

The Malaysian Federal Court ruled Friday against 16 Sharia-based criminal laws imposed by the opposition-run Kelantan state government.

Europe February 9, 2024

Azerbaijani president's 90% re-election margin raises concerns over 'restrictive' system

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's landslide re-election victory has been confirmed by the Eurasian nation's Central Election Commission.

Asia February 9, 2024

US military exercises with Philippines unaffected by America's focus on Ukraine and Gaza, general says

Maj. Gen. Marcus Evans has confirmed that U.S.-Philippines combat exercises will continue unaffected by America's focus on conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Asia February 8, 2024

Over 100 missing, at least 11 dead in Philippine mountain village landslide

The gold-mining village of Masara in the Southern Philippines has been struck with deadly landslides, with the death toll now at 11. At least 110 more are missing.

Japan February 8, 2024

Japan reports Chinese warship sightings along disputed nautical border

Chinese coast guard vessels have been routinely passing by Japanese-claimed waters near the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, according to officials in Tokyo.

Holiday February 8, 2024

What to know about Lunar New Year and its traditions

Lunar New Year is celebrated in several Asian countries and by diaspora communities around the world. This year is the Year of the Dragon.

Asia February 8, 2024

About 340 Burmese troops fled to Bangladesh following rebel skirmish, country says

About 340 Burmese troops, including members of the military dictatorship's Border Guard Police, are now reported to have fled to Bangladesh by Wednesday.

Pakistan February 7, 2024

Pakistan prepares for pivotal election as one of the leading candidates serves jail time

Pakistan is abuzz with anticipation and uncertainty as it gears up for its elections. The political landscape is rife with tensions, raising concerns about possible poll-rigging.

Europe February 7, 2024

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev re-elected in landslide

Preliminary results show Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev winning re-election in a landslide following his government's successful reclamation of the Nagorno-Karabakh territory.

India February 7, 2024

Militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir open fire on Punjabi workers, killing 1

One of two Punjabi workers shot at by militants in Srinagar, Indian-controlled Kashmir, has been confirmed dead, police reported Wednesday.

Asia February 7, 2024

Thailand and Muslim separatist rebels agree to end conflict, Malaysian facilitator says

Malaysia's facilitator announced that the Thai government and Muslim separatist rebels in southern Thailand have reached a tentative agreement on a roadmap to peace.