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Philippines: Duterte will not Cooperate with ICC’s Drug War Deaths Probe
Philippines: Duterte will not Cooperate with ICC’s Drug War Deaths Probe 2021-09-16

The president’s lawyer says The Hague-based court has no jurisdiction since the nation withdrew from accord.

Indonesian Court Finds Jokowi Negligent in Jakarta Air Pollution Case
Indonesian Court Finds Jokowi Negligent in Jakarta Air Pollution Case 2021-09-16

Capital’s governor says he is ready to carry out order to ensure clean air for city.

Pandemic Brews: Malaysian Bar Sells Vaccine-themed Cocktails
2021-09-16

A Malaysian bar is offering bottled cocktails named after well-known Covid-19 vaccines: Pfizermeister, Sinosour and ExtraGineca.

Philippine Priest Exhumes 8 Drug War Victims’ Remains from Cemeteries
Philippine Priest Exhumes 8 Drug War Victims’ Remains from Cemeteries 2021-09-17

Their families were unable to pay when their grave leases expired.

Southeast Asian Nations Cautious over Australia’s Trilateral Defense Pact
Southeast Asian Nations Cautious over Australia’s Trilateral Defense Pact 2021-09-17

The “historic” agreement with the U.S. and U.K. is thought to counter China’s regional influence.

Thai Parliamentary Panel: Shooter of Teen in Coma May Have Police Link
Thai Parliamentary Panel: Shooter of Teen in Coma May Have Police Link 2021-09-17

Photo shows gunman, others on police station premises, fact-finders say.

Chinese Survey Ship Lingers in Indonesian EEZ, Data Shows
Chinese Survey Ship Lingers in Indonesian EEZ, Data Shows 2021-09-17

Jakarta says it sent navy ships to North Natuna Sea on routine patrols.

Indonesian Security Forces Kill Islamic State-Linked Group’s Elusive Top Man
Indonesian Security Forces Kill Islamic State-Linked Group’s Elusive Top Man 2021-09-18

MIT militant outfit now reduced to 4 people after deaths of Ali Kalora and his follower, police say.

Papua New Guinea tribal conflict kills at least 26 in highlands province
Papua New Guinea tribal conflict kills at least 26 in highlands province 2024-02-18

The violence comes barely a month after riots and looting rocked Papua New Guinea’s capital.

They protect a historic Christ statue in one of the world’s biggest Catholic processions
2024-02-20

Millions of barefoot believers march in the Philippines for the country’s biggest procession, hoping to touch a historic Jesus Christ statue known as the Black ...

Rice is getting more expensive. It’s good news for Thai rice farmers.
2023-09-25

Why is rice getting more expensive? It’s mostly thanks to India’s curb on rice exports. It is the world’s biggest rice exporter. Farmers from Thailand, the ...

Fisherman worries about the construction of Indonesia’s new industrial park
2023-09-27

Find out how the construction of the Kalimantan Industrial Park Indonesia (KIPI) in the tropical island of Borneo is affecting the environment and people ...

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By Women for Women: Delhi’s Unique Cab Service 2016-03-08

Sakha Cabs provides mobility, safety and work for women in the Indian capital.

Filipinas Rally, Denounce Duterte on International Women’s Day 2019-03-08

Rallies take place in Manila and Baguio City to coincide with worldwide celebrations of women.

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50 Years Ago, ‘Great Bhola Cyclone’ Unleashed Its Fury on Bangladesh 2020-11-13

Considered one of the worst tropical storms on record, it killed as many as 500,000.

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Philippines on Alert for Post-Typhoon Disease Outbreak 2020-11-19

Health secretary orders “heightened surveillance” for illnesses spread by rats, mosquitoes as flood waters subside.

2020: The Year in Pictures
2020: The Year in Pictures 2020-12-30

BenarNews brings you a selection of photographs that accompanied some of our top new stories in 2020.

In COVID-19’s Shadow, Southeast Asians Ring in Year of the Ox
In COVID-19’s Shadow, Southeast Asians Ring in Year of the Ox 2021-02-11

A family in Manila that creates costumes for Chinese dragon dances has struggled amid the pandemic.

A Year into COVID-19 Lockdowns, Rural Filipinos Eke Out Living
A Year into COVID-19 Lockdowns, Rural Filipinos Eke Out Living 2021-03-10

A BenarNews photographer captures scenes of people at work in the countryside on Luzon Island.

Philippines: After the Crackdown
Philippines: After the Crackdown 2021-03-19

Two of nine people slain on “Bloody Sunday” are laid to rest in a hilltop cemetery.

Thailand Marks New Year without Traditional Water Festival
Thailand Marks New Year without Traditional Water Festival 2021-04-13

Celebrants in the Buddhist nation focused on other holiday events including offering alms to monks.

Thailand: Chinese Operas Adapt to COVID-19 Protocols
Thailand: Chinese Operas Adapt to COVID-19 Protocols 2021-04-29

Called “Ngiew,” the performances feature a mixture of singing, dancing and acrobatics.

Muslims Mark Eid al-Fitr under COVID-19 Restrictions
Muslims Mark Eid al-Fitr under COVID-19 Restrictions 2021-05-13

For a second year, the coronavirus pandemic marred events marking the end of Ramadan.

Filipinos Bid Farewell to Ex-President Benigno Aquino III (1960-2021)
Filipinos Bid Farewell to Ex-President Benigno Aquino III (1960-2021) 2021-06-25

The Philippines’ 15th president, 61, died in his sleep of complications from a longtime illness.

Philippine, Indonesian Muslims Congregate for Eid-ul-Adha as Outbreak Deepens
Philippine, Indonesian Muslims Congregate for Eid-ul-Adha as Outbreak Deepens 2021-07-20

In Bangladesh, the government has lifted COVID-19 movement restrictions to accommodate the religious holiday.

Deaths, injuries reported in tanker explosion at Thai shipyard
Deaths, injuries reported in tanker explosion at Thai shipyard 2023-01-17

The Ruammitr Dockyard Co. Ltd. shipyard fire was brought under control after nearly six hours.

Indonesia sends warships to monitor Chinese coast guard vessel
Indonesia sends warships to monitor Chinese coast guard vessel 2023-01-17

The ship has been in and around the Natuna Sea since the end of December.

US: Bangladesh’s RAB has made ‘tremendous progress’ in reducing extrajudicial killings
US: Bangladesh’s RAB has made ‘tremendous progress’ in reducing extrajudicial killings 2023-01-17

Washington had sanctioned the elite security unit in December 2021 for gross human rights violations.

China-owned nickel smelter in Indonesia resumes production after deadly riot
China-owned nickel smelter in Indonesia resumes production after deadly riot 2023-01-17

Weekend violence resulted in deaths of an Indonesian and a Chinese worker.

Indonesian stadium stampede victims’ kin have little hope of justice from trial
Indonesian stadium stampede victims’ kin have little hope of justice from trial 2023-01-17

Five people charged with criminal negligence are being tried for the October incident that caused 135 deaths.

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