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Society
Self-exiled Chinese Billionaire Guo Wengui Convicted of Fraud in US Court
By Larry Neumeister
Guo won fame for his criticism of the CCP and links to prominent U.S. conservatives. Now he’s been convicted of a massive multiyear racketeering operation.
How Is China’s Global Education Strategy Evolving?
By Pippa Ebel
Growing numbers of Chinese universities are drawing students from partner regions such as Africa with science-focused programs.
Pakistan Says 1.45 Million Afghans Can Stay For Another Year Following UN Refugee Chief’s Visit
By Munir Ahmed
The decision came after a widely criticized anti-migrant crackdown that started last year forced an estimated 600,000 Afghans to return home.
Thai Legalization Advocates Rally as Government Moves Toward Cannabis Ban
By Sebastian Strangio
Late last week, a drug control committee approved a proposal to relist the drug as a narcotic by the end of the year.
Why the Panchen Lama Matters
By Antonio Terrone
The Panchen Lamas and Dalai Lamas consider themselves “spiritual friends,” but the relationship between the two figures and their communities has hardly been smooth.
What Draws People to India’s Fake ‘Godmen’?
By Kavita Chowdhury
‘Godman’ ‘Bhole Baba’ draws Dalits, the poor and illiterate in droves. At his recent congregation in Uttar Pradesh, 121 followers died in a stampede.
Mongolia’s Cultural Diplomacy Brings New Deals With Fulham FC, BBC
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia is thinking outside the box in its attempts to diversify its economy, especially by promoting the tourism sector.
The Doha Meeting: Where Were the Afghan Women?
By Amina Zurmati and Qudratullah Zurmati
By marginalizing Afghan women, the U.N. risks perpetuating the very injustices it aims to address.
How Did a Religious Gathering in India Turn Into a Deadly Stampede?
By Biswajeet Banerjee and Krutika Pathi
The event was held in a tent in a muddy field and had permission for 80,000 to attend. Some 250,000 people showed up.
Medical Entrance Scam Charge Hits Modi Government
By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
Irregularities in two top competitive exams have revived the federalism debate in India.
Stampede at Religious Event in India Kills at Least 116, Mostly Women and Children
By Biswajeet Banerjee
Thousands of people a rushed to leave a makeshift tent following an event with Hindu figure Bhole Baba. The resulting stampede left over 100 dead and 80 more injured.
In Okinawa, 2 New Sexual Assault Cases Implicating US Soldiers Fuel Public Anger
By Takahashi Kosuke
Unless corrective measures are made, and quickly, the anti-U.S. military base sentiment and movement in Okinawa will grow, damaging Japan-U.S. cooperation at a crucial time.