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China launches unprecedented mission to far side of moon

China launches unprecedented mission to far side of moon

Since China's first moon mission in 2007, the country has narrowed the gap in the space race against the US and Russia.

Science05/03/2024May 3, 202402:13 min

India's heatwave could affect the election

India's heatwave could affect the election

With parts of India reporting the hottest April on record, there is growing concern some voters may choose to stay home.

Politics05/02/2024May 2, 202402:19 min

Chinese fishing fleets in Indian Ocean accused of abuses

Chinese fishing fleets in Indian Ocean accused of abuses

A recent investigation has revealed how China's distant-water fishing fleet commits environmental and labor abuses.

Nature and Environment05/02/2024May 2, 2024

War in Gaza: Anti-West sentiment grows in Malaysia

War in Gaza: Anti-West sentiment grows in Malaysia

The war in Gaza has led many in Malaysia and elsewhere in Southeast Asia to accuse the West of a moral decline.

Politics05/02/2024May 2, 2024

Thousands flee volcanic eruption in Indonesia

Thousands flee volcanic eruption in Indonesia

The Ruang volcano in Indonesia has erupted again. Thousands of people are having to be evacuated.

Catastrophe05/02/2024May 2, 20247 images

Karachi's women face daily life without access to toilets

Karachi's women face daily life without access to toilets

Pakistan's largest metropolis has very few public toilets, and the situation is even more difficult for women.

Society05/02/2024May 2, 202403:53 min

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