After ousting Bashir, Sudan’s activists struggle to loosen military’s grip
After spearheading the rallies that toppled former President Omar al-Bashir, Sudan’s main protest group is now locked in a stand-off with the country’s new military rulers that is testing its clout as a political force.
Three Thais accused of insulting king have disappeared: rights groups
Three Thai activists facing charges of insulting the monarchy have disappeared after reportedly being arrested in Vietnam, rights groups said on Friday, months after two exiled critics of the military and monarchy turned up dead.
Snatched selfies along Libya’s frontline point to long war
Fighters allied to Libya’s U.N.-backed government posted selfies from a barracks one day last month to mark their progress in a battle for Tripoli.
‘Missiles like these will start the war’: North Korea tests showcase growing capability
North Korea’s second missile test on Thursday signals it is serious about developing new, short-range weapons that could be used early and effectively in any war with South Korea and the United States, analysts studying images of the latest launches sa…
Malaysia’s hopes of economic revival under Mahathir fade
A year ago, Malaysian land surveyor Muhammad Nur Aliff had high hopes that a shock election victory by 93-year-old Mahathir Mohamad could be the catalyst for reform and revival in a country hobbled by sky-high public debt and corruption.
Australia’s opposition Labor pledges bigger budget surpluses in election bid
Australia’s opposition Labor on Friday unveiled its economic blueprint for the May 18 election, promising bigger budget surpluses than the government in an attempt to undermine Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s attacks on its economic management.
North Korea’s Kim orders stronger strike power; U.S. seizes cargo ship
The leader of North Korea ordered its military to boost its strike capability as he directed another missile firing, state media said on Friday, as tensions grew over tests that appeared to show preparations for a new advanced missile system.
New Zealand family scores ‘royal flush’ thanks to baby Archie: report
All four children in a New Zealand family have Royal namesakes after Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan named their newborn son Archie earlier this week, it was reported on Friday.
Taiwan president says China steps up infiltration efforts
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-Wen said on Friday that China has stepped up its efforts to infiltrate and gain influence in Taiwan and she asked national security agencies to counter Beijing’s efforts.
Will she, won’t she? Argentine ex-president teases election run with book launch
A book launch in Buenos Aires became Argentina’s hot ticket of the week, drawing raucous crowds on Thursday night to hear ex-President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner and fanning speculation about her plans to run in national elections later this year.
