A plane carrying arrested ex-President Rodrigo Duterte leaves Manila en route to The Hague The government said the 79-year-old former leader was in good health and was examined by government doctors following his arrest. World 11 Mar, 2025
Former Philippine President Duterte arrested on an ICC warrant over drug killings Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport Tuesday on order of the International Criminal Court in connection with a case of crime against humanity filed against him, the Philippine government said. World 11 Mar, 2025
Death of South Korean actor at 24 sparks discussion about social media and internet culture Following Kim’s death, several of the country’s major newspapers on Tuesday published editorials and opinion pieces lambasting the toxic online comments about the actor. Entertainment 18 Feb, 2025
South Korea's impeached President Yoon detained in massive law-enforcement effort South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was detained in a massive law enforcement operation at the presidential compound Wednesday, defiantly insisting the anti-corruption agency didn’t have the authority to investigate his actions but saying he complied to prevent violence. Nepal 15 Jan, 2025
Thousands march in Bangladesh calling for the ousted prime minister's prosecution Hasina’s Awami League had ruled Bangladesh for 15 years, since 2009. World 31 Dec, 2024
Bangladesh seeks extradition of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina from India India’s Foreign Ministry said it had received Bangladesh’s request but didn't immediately provide details. World 25 Dec, 2024
Ex-defense chief in South Korea tried to kill himself after being arrested over martial law case South Korea’s previous defense minister was stopped from attempting suicide while in detention over last week's martial law case, officials said, as police were trying to search President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office Wednesday in their intensifying investigation. World 11 Dec, 2024
South Korea's Justice Ministry imposes a travel ban on President Yoon over martial law South Korea’s Justice Ministry on Monday imposed an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol as authorities investigate allegations of rebellion and other charges in connection with his short-lived declaration of martial law last week. World 09 Dec, 2024
Bangladesh court bans publication of speeches by ousted Prime Minister Hasina Media reports said more such public speeches are planned by Hasina to address her supporters in the coming weeks. World 06 Dec, 2024
ICC prosecutor requests arrest warrants for the head of Myanmar's military regime From a refugee camp in Bangladesh, the court’s top prosecutor, Karim Khan, said in a statement that he intended to request more warrants for Myanmar's leaders soon. World 27 Nov, 2024
Haiti wonders what's next as gang violence surges and the push for a UN peacekeeping mission flops When Kenyan police arrived in Haiti as part of a UN-backed mission earlier this year to tackle gang violence, hopes were high. World 24 Nov, 2024
Bangladesh asks Interpol for help in arresting ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Hasina fled to India on Aug. 5 with her close aides and former ministers, ending a 15-year rule. World 13 Nov, 2024
