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Brunei’s Fight to Diversify Its Economy

Brunei, a small but wealthy nation, is under pressure to diversify from a petroleum-based economy. Since its oil reserves are going to last around 30 years, the government is looking at diversification measures like other richer Gulf nations. These involve developing tourism, trade, and the attraction of skilled personnel. Yet, because Brunei is so small [...]

Hidden Suffering Of Lao Girls

In Laos, many young girls from poor and ethnic minority communities are being forced or tricked into sex work. Some girls are as young as ten years old. They are promised good jobs, but end up in hidden places in the capital city where foreign men from Japan, China, and South Korea come to exploit [...]

Türkiye Expels Foreign Christians On Security Claims

The Türkish government has been sending many foreign Christians out of the country, saying they are a threat to national security. Since 2020, more than 200 Christian workers and their families, about 350 people, have been forced to leave. Many of these people have lived in Türkiye for a long time and have done nothing [...]

Families Search For Missing Loved Ones In Post-War Syria

Many families still search for their missing loved ones after years of war in Syria. Mass graves continue to appear where the rebels used to have control. Individuals such as Kasim excavate very carefully to uncover bones and clothing, seeking to know what has happened. His brother Samer vanished when he stepped out of the [...]

China’s Forced Return Of North Koreans

Since 2024, China has repatriated more than 400 North Koreans who may be ill-treated in their native country. They are threatened with torture, forced labor, and even death upon return. Among those repatriated are women stuck in forced marriages and workers who demanded unpaid wages. Certain women who come back are compelled to undergo abortions [...]

Yemen Lawyer Detained Over Social Post

Abdulmajeed Sabra, a well-known human rights lawyer in Yemen, was arrested by Houthi forces on September 25, 2025. They took him from his office in the capital city, Sana’a, because of a social media post where he marked Yemen’s independence day, a day the Houthis do not support. Instead, the Houthis want to celebrate a [...]

The New Online Kidnapping Scam

A new scam called “online kidnapping” is scaring many people in Vietnam. Scammers don’t use force; instead, they trick victims through video calls and voice messages. They pretend to be police officers and say the victim is involved in drug or money crimes. Then they order the person to lock themselves inside a hotel room, [...]

Lebanon’s Struggle For Peace And Change

Lebanon is trying hard to find a stable path, but change is meeting strong resistance. For many people, life feels fragile now. They watch as the country shifts under pressure, hoping that new leaders will bring order and safety. But Hezbollah, a powerful group in Lebanon, still refuses to give up weapons, saying it will [...]

Hostages Freed, Families Reunite

Finally, after more than two dismal years, the last group of remaining 20 living Israeli hostages was released by Hamas. Relatives stood with trembling hands and filled hearts as loved ones came home. Some cried with tears of gratitude, others were silent, too overcome to speak. In Tel Aviv, people gathered in Hostages Square, watching [...]

Thailand And Cambodia Near Ceasefire Deal At ASEAN Summit

Thailand and Cambodia are planning to sign a ceasefire during the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28. This deal hopes to stop the deadly border clashes that began in July, which have killed at least 48 people and forced many thousands to leave their homes. The fighting started because of unclear [...]

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