The murder of Sidhu Moose Wala has brought attention to the link between Punjabi music and India’s cross-border criminal networks.
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Opinion: In the world’s largest democracy, ‘looking Muslim’ could cost your life
Although it prides itself with being the world’s largest democracy, India has come under the spotlight for anti-democratic trends.
Eurovision Vote Hacking Attempt Foiled, Police Say
According to Italian authorities, hackers who are loyal to Russia attempted to sabotage voting for the Eurovision Song Contest.
Prominent Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Arrested
China has made new arrests in its crackdown against democracy in Hong Kong. Among the five arrested is retired Cardinal Joseph Zen.
The Macbethian Tragedy Of Indonesian Democracy
In Indonesia, youth are mourning the demise of democracy. Their vigil was a colorful gathering that devolved into violence on April 11th.
Why The Marcos Family Is So Infamous In The Philippines
Ferdinand Marcos Jr, nicknamed “Bongbong”, is poised to be the next leader of the Philippines, but the Marcos family is infamous.
VPN Use Skyrockets In Russia During Ukraine Invasion
To overcome the tight controls on the internet aimed at reducing conversations on the Ukraine war, Russians are turning to VPN.
How China Is Stepping Up Harassment Of Foreign Correspondents
Journalists reporting the deadly floods of 2021 in Zhengzhou city, Henan province, were accused of a smear campaign against China.
Journalists Assaulted Amid Political Transition In Pakistan
Ever since the transition started in Pakistan, journalists have faced assault and online and legal harassment according to sources.
Sri Lanka: The Divisions Behind The Country’s United Protests
Although Sri Lankans have been protesting against bad governance, there are deep societal and political divisions behind the curtains.