China
Chinese cities ban burning of 'ghost money' ahead of grave festival
The move sparks a public outcry after officials say paper offerings for the dead are 'feudal superstition.'
Myanmar
Bomb blast injures 5 teens collecting bottles for recycling in Yangon
2024-03-28No one has claimed responsibility for the blast amid high tension over the junta’s military conscription campaign.
Tibet
Invest in Tibet and give your child a leg up on college exams
2024-03-27But Tibetans fear that the Chinese offer will deprive Tibetan youth of opportunities
Vietnam
Vietnam police suspend officer in connection with suspicious death
Vu Minh Duc’s body showed signs of severe beating, his family said.
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