Vietnam

Jailed Vietnamese activist beaten until he ‘coughed blood’

Nguyen Nhu Phuong said he was attacked for complaining to the warden.

North Korea

North Korea urges mothers to snitch on their kids who watch South Korean media

The government has offered forgiveness to teens whose mothers report on their ‘anti-socialist’ actions.

Cambodia

Labor leader remembered 20 years after his assassination

Chea Vichea helped organize garment factory workers during industry’s early years in Cambodia.

Laos

Laos to start fining mining companies amid complaints about projects

Government officials say the companies often violate contracts while residents say there are too few local benefits.

Vietnam

10 defendants given life sentences for Dak Lak attacks

A total of 100 people were convicted in the 4-day trial, criticized as hasty and artificial by lawyers inside the country.

Asia

S Korea, UK renegotiate trade deal for enhanced chips cooperation

The move is expected to aid Washington’s new supply chain initiatives that require less of China.

Vietnam

10 defendants given life sentences for Dak Lak attacks

A total of 100 people were convicted in the 4-day trial, criticized as hasty and artificial by lawyers inside the country.

Yangon restaurant sees surge in sales after RFA report

Uyghur Tales of Survival - Episode 5: Preserving Uyghur Heritage

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