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North Korea’s Local Markets Bustle as War Threat Fades

Traders say business is picking up as tensions ease.

Lhasa's ‘Old Town’ Rebuild Sparks Outrage

A petition raises concerns that the city's traditional architecture is disappearing.

Myanmar Releases Jailed Dissidents Ahead of President’s US Visit

Nay Myo Zin, who was re-incarcerated in a test case for political prisoners, goes free.

Khmer Krom Monks in Hiding from Vietnamese Authorities

The two Buddhist clergymen are sought for undermining the state.

Myanmar Returns Evacuees Spared by Storm

Among those relocated were tens of thousands of displaced Muslim Rohingyas.

Parole Refusal Sparks Fears For Jailed Chinese Dissident's Health

Veteran democracy activist Zhu Yufu's wife is warned not to speak out about his health.

Mayor's Tweet Sparks Anger Over Chinese PX Plan

While government censors bar talk of the protest, comments fly thick and fast.

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