Former South Korean President Yoon receives life sentence for imposing martial law A South Korean court today sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison for leading an insurrection. Haeryun Kang
Former South Korean President Yoon receives life sentence for imposing martial law Former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison for his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024. The Associated Press
In China, a meme is worth a thousand words As China celebrates the lunar new year, the year of the horse has taken on an uncanny association with Draco Malfoy of the Harry Potter series. Ashish Valentine
U.S. releases new details on alleged secret Chinese nuclear test At a event in Washington D.C., A U.S. official said a remote earthquake in 2020 was caused by a Chinese nuclear test. Geoff Brumfiel
India has long promised 'vibrant' border villages, as China speedily builds up India's government launched a Vibrant Villages Programme almost four years ago. But as China steadily builds up its side, Indian residents wonder what's taking so long. Emily Feng
On the streets of Beijing, many wish for economic stability this Lunar New Year It's the Year of the Fire Horse. In the Chinese zodiac, the fire horse represents action and risk-taking. But on the streets of Beijing, many say they just want stability in this sluggish economy. Jennifer Pak
An Islamist party becomes Bangladesh's main opposition for the first time An Islamist party has become Bangladesh's main opposition for the first time in the country's history, challenging the old dynastic political system despite persistent concerns among critics about the party's policies on women. Shamim Chowdhury
North Korea opens a housing district for families of its soldiers killed in Russia-Ukraine war North Korea said Monday it completed a new housing district in Pyongyang for families of North Korean soldiers killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. The Associated Press
After a 2-decade ban, kites fill Lahore's skies during a Pakistani springtime festival People gathered on rooftops to enjoy flying kites for the first time in years, celebrating the spring festival of Basant. The activity had been banned due to injuries and deaths during past celebrations. Betsy Joles
Spy agency says Kim Jong Un's daughter is close to be North Korea's future leader Seoul's assessment comes as North Korea is preparing to hold its biggest political conference later this month, where Kim is expected to outline his major policy goals for the next five years. The Associated Press
