Pakistan probes human trafficking networks
Trafficking networks that convince impoverished Pakistanis to marry off their daughters to Chinese men for cash are being investigated by Pakistani authorities.


Thai police nab Italy's 'Bonnie and Clyde'
An Italian couple, wanted in their home country for impersonating Hollywood star George Clooney to dupe investors, have been arrested in Thailand.


Huawei 'like a damaged plane': founder
Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei says revenues will be $A44 billion less than forecast over the next two years, likening his company to a badly damaged plane.


Hong Kong activist released from prison
After walking free from prison, activist Joshua Wong has vowed to join a mass protest movement demanding the city's Beijing-backed leader Carrie Lam steps down.


Earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia
An magnitude-6.2 earthquake has struck on Timor island in eastern Indonesia, with no immediate report of any casualties or damage.


Pakistani activist killed in Islamabad
Pakistani police say activist Mohammad Bilal Khan, known for his online criticism of the country's politicians and military, has been killed by assailants.


China stands by HK leader despite protests
China is maintaining its support for Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam after days of protests against the planned bill to allow extraditions to China.


Protesters move on after Hong Kong rally
Demonstrators have left Hong Kong's streets after Sunday's massive protest march against a proposed bill allowing extraditions to mainland China.


Thousands call for Hong Kong leader to go
Thousands of protesters, mostly dressed in black are rallying in Hong Kong to demand the territory's leader to step down.


Indian election reveals role of money
Nearly 43 per cent of the newly elected MPs in India's lower house of Parliament are facing criminal charges, including rape, murder or attempted murder.


One year on,Thai cave rescue changed lives
A year after a group of boys and their football coach got trapped in a Thai cave for two weeks, their lives have changed forever and so has the cave.


India to impose tariffs on 28 US goods
India is poised to impose higher tariffs on dozens of US goods, including almonds and apples, after Washington withdrew key trade privileges.


Why HK's extradition bill fuelled protests
Changes to Hong Kong laws to allow extraditions to mainland China have been shelved indefinitely following the city's biggest street protests in three decades.


Hong Kong suspends extradition bill
After widespread anger and violent protests, Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has delayed indefinitely a proposed law to allow extraditions to mainland China.


Main suspect in Sri Lanka attacks detained
The main suspect in the Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed more than 250 in Sri Lanka has been arrested in the Middle East and deported to the country.