Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the country’s major political parties have been hit by a hack on their computer networks.
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China Surveillance Firm Exposed Tracking Millions in Xinjiang
Chinese surveillance firm tracking the movements of more than 2.5 million people in Xinjiang, according to a data leak flagged by a Dutch internet expert.
Amid Rising Protests, Pakistan Should Address Pashtun Grievances
Ethnic Pashtuns in Pakistan have been protesting the death of activist Arman Luni on February 2 as the latest outrage against this beleaguered community.
How Philippine President’s Rising Anger Led to Editor’s Arrest
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte rising anger against skeptics of his deadly anti-drug campaign led to editor’s arrest for cyber libel, experts suspect.
Thai Transgender Candidate Runs for ‘Next Generation’
Thai 52-year-old transgender candidate, Pauline Ngarmpring, as preferred is pursuing a bid to become the country’s first transgender prime minister.
Thailand Urged to Dismiss Lawsuits Against Human Rights Defenders
Civil Society Groups express deep concern and urges the government of Thailand to dismiss lawsuits against several human rights defenders.
Journalist’s Arrest Casts Pall on Philippines Journalistic Independence
The U.N. is calling on the Philippine judiciary to drop all charges against journalist Maria Ressa. Pursuing the case threatens independent media.
Myanmar Charter Change Unlikely to Change Military Rule
Suu Kyi is unlikely to win any big changes to Myanmar’s military-drafted constitution, despite launching her boldest challenge.
Gay Muslim Comic Gone From Instagram After Indonesia Warning
An Instagram account that published comic strips depicting the struggles of gay Muslims in Indonesia has disappeared from the site.
Thailand Must Lift Ban on Outspoken Voice TV Station
Thailand’s media commission should immediately reverse its decision to suspend broadcasting by Voice TV, Human Rights Watch said today.