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Australian Police Seize $510 Million in Drugs, Cash and Assets in Money Laundering Sting
By J.T. Quigley
Year-long “Operation Eligo” targeted biker gangs, human traffickers – even Hezbollah.
Yankees Pay $175 Million for Japanese Ace Tanaka
By Samuel Chi
New York’s acquisition is the most expensive ever for a foreign player.
How Did the Wife of India’s “Minister Twitter” Die?
By J.T. Quigley
After exposing Shashi Tharoor’s affair on social media, Sunanda Pushkar allegedly overdosed.
China Opens Memorial Honoring Korean Independence Activist
By Angela Erika Kubo
The memorial has triggered strong protests from the Japanese government.
International Violin Star Vanessa-Mae to Ski for Thailand at Sochi Games
By J.T. Quigley
The British-Thai musical prodigy will compete in the giant slalom next month.
China’s Tiananmen Rocker Pulls Out of State TV Performance
By Angela Erika Kubo
Rather than censor himself, Cui Jian chose to not perform at all.
Caroline Kennedy is “Deeply Concerned” Over Japan’s Annual Dolphin Hunt
By J.T. Quigley
The hunt, which inspired Oscar-winning documentary The Cove, began Saturday.
Burmese Military Faces Rape Allegations
By Angela Erika Kubo
A recent report reveals that the army has been using rape as “a tool of war.”
Mirai Nagasu Skating Controversy: Did Race Play a Part?
By Samuel Chi
Asian American denied a spot on U.S. Olympic team despite finishing 3rd at nationals.
Japan Will Cast a “Magnetic Net” for Space Junk
By J.T. Quigley
JAXA has partnered with a fishing equipment company in an attempt to clean up orbiting debris.
Nirbheek: India’s Anti-Rape Gun Draws Widespread Criticism
By J.T. Quigley
The country’s first “firearm made for women” was named after Delhi gang-rape victim.
Chinese Doctor Who Sold Newborns to Human Traffickers Sentenced to Death
By J.T. Quigley
Zhang Shuxia forged test results to make parents believe that their children were gravely ill.