North Korea announces purge of Kim Jong Un’s uncle
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With vivid detail, North Korea describes the “anti-state” crimes of Jang Song Thaek.
South Korea announces expansion of air defense zone
After China created its air defense zone, South Korea enlarges its own further south, overlapping China’s.
India’s Congress party trounced in bellwether state votes
The main opposition party wins state elections, and a new anti-corruption party does well in New Delhi.
How Biden comment in Tokyo sparked undeserved outcry
A comment by the vice president about working women was taken out of context and labeled a gaffe.
Biden complains about China’s crackdown on news media
U.S. reporters say China’s efforts to intimidate journalists have increased under President Xi Jinping.
Biden opens China visit aimed at easing tensions
The vice president met for nearly two hours with Chinese President Xi Jinping, longer than planned.
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Pakistan’s Mr. Popular
Imran Khan hopes to replicate his success on the cricket pitch in the field of Pakistani politics.
India election sees change
After 34 years, world’s longest-serving democratically elected communist party loses power.
The art of Ai Weiwei
A collection of popular works of Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, who was arrested by the Chinese police.
Global nuclear debate heats up
Governments around the world are questioning the use of nuclear power.
Powerful quake, aftershocks rattle Tokyo
A massive earthquake and tsunami struck the eastern coast of Japan.
Quake in New Zealand kills scores
The search for survivors continues after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch.
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