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Thailand revives law banning criticism of king in bid to curb protests November 24, 2020
Several leading student activists are summoned to face charges under the country's lèse-majesté law.
Covid-19: World's top latex glove maker shuts factories November 24, 2020
Malaysia's Top Glove will close more than half of its plants after a surge in virus cases.
Stephen Ellison: Diplomat who saved drowning woman given banner November 24, 2020
The banner, a Chinese gift of gratitude, reads "righteous and courageous, saving people from water".
Michelle Yeoh: 'Finally we have our own superhero, Shang-Chi' November 24, 2020
Michelle Yeoh - soon to star in Marvel's first Asian superhero film, Shang-Chi - says it has taken time for Hollywood to offer more diverse film roles to Asian actors.
Afghanistan, home to the heroin trade, moves into meth November 24, 2020
A new report warns Afghanistan is becoming a major methamphetamine producer, leaving addicts in its wake.
The Indian bride who wore a pantsuit to her wedding November 24, 2020
In a country where marriages are steeped in tradition, Sanjana Rishi's wedding outfit drew criticism.
Chinese spacecraft sets off on Moon sample quest November 23, 2020
The robotic Chang'e-5 mission aims to return the first lunar rocks to Earth in more than 40 years.
Covid: Vaccination will be required to fly, says Qantas chief November 23, 2020
The Australian airline's chief executive Alan Joyce says the move is likely to be adopted by others.
Joshua Wong and fellow activists plead guilty in Hong Kong protests trial November 23, 2020
Mr Wong and two fellow activists are now facing jail for taking part in last year's protests.
Shanghai airport Covid scare sparks 'chaotic' mass testing November 23, 2020
While state media show orderly queues at Pudong airport, social media videos suggest confusion.
Cheers and tears as families reunite in Sydney November 23, 2020
Flights between New South Wales and Victoria reopened for the first time since July.
Afghanistan war: 26,000 Afghan children killed or maimed since 2005 November 23, 2020
An average of five children have been killed or wounded every day, Save the Children says.
Covid-19: China pushes for QR code based global travel system November 23, 2020
QR codes - bar codes that can be read by mobile phones - have been used in China during the pandemic.
The assassination of a ‘Brave Journalist of Afghanistan’ November 23, 2020
Aliyas Dayee, a "voice for the voiceless" in Helmand, was killed by a bomb earlier this month.
Arnab Goswami: India's most loved and loathed TV anchor November 22, 2020
The star presenter is making Indian TV news louder and more aggressive than ever before.
The Indonesian meteorite which didn't sell for $1.8m November 22, 2020
You saw the headlines of a $1.8m meteorite? Here's the real story and it's just as fascinating.
China gives musical talent show a virtual makeover November 22, 2020
Dimension Nova shakes up reality TV with computer-animated contestants performing to real judges.
Bollywood-backed Indian ballet prodigy finds feet in London November 20, 2020
Kamal Singh is training at the English National Ballet School after raising the fees online.
Vietnam economy is Asia's shining star during Covid November 19, 2020
The South East Asian nation has benefited from the working from home electronics boom
Pike River: The 29 coal miners who never came home November 19, 2020
It's been 10 years since New Zealand's Pike River mine disaster, and families of victims still feel raw.

Rennes 1-2 Chelsea: Blues seal early qualification to Champions League last 16 November 24, 2020
Chelsea reach the Champions League knockout stage with two games to spare as Olivier Giroud's late header seals victory at Rennes.
Coronavirus: French lockdown to ease after 'second peak passed' November 24, 2020
Shops and cinemas will reopen and families will get to spend Christmas together, President Macron says.
US election 2020: Historic firsts as Joe Biden unveils key posts November 24, 2020
The US president-elect vows to discard "old thinking" as his transition gathers pace.
Covid-19: Three households can mix over Christmas in UK November 24, 2020
People can form a "Christmas bubble" and mix in homes and outdoors between 23 and 27 December.
Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: UN warns of war crimes as deadline looms November 24, 2020
The UN condemns "aggressive rhetoric" that could risk lives in the conflict-torn Tigray region.
Christophe Dominici: French rugby legend dies aged 48 November 24, 2020
Christophe Dominici was best known for helping France knock New Zealand out of the 1999 Rugby World Cup.
Thailand revives law banning criticism of king in bid to curb protests November 24, 2020
Several leading student activists are summoned to face charges under the country's lèse-majesté law.
Liverpool's Salah available to face Atalanta after negative coronavirus test November 24, 2020
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, who tested positive for coronavirus during the international break, is back in training and could face Atalanta.
Injured military dog Kuno given 'animal Victoria cross' November 24, 2020
Kuno lost a paw after being hit by bullets in Afghanistan and is now being honoured for his bravery.
Coronavirus: Millions travel for Thanksgiving despite warnings November 24, 2020
Americans appear to disregard health officials' warnings as airports are their busiest since March.
Jamal Khashoggi murder: Trial of 20 Saudis in absentia resumes in Turkey November 24, 2020
Two ex-aides of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are among 20 on trial in absentia for the killing.
'We can convince Messi to stay at Barca and create right conditions for Guardiola's return' November 24, 2020
Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font tells BBC World Service he hopes Lionel Messi can be convinced to stay and talks about Pep Guardiola's possible return.
Paris police in 'shocking' clash at migrant camp November 24, 2020
Police dismantled the makeshift camp, tipped migrants out of their tents, and used tear gas.
Egypt singer Mohamed Ramadan faces lawsuit over photo with Israelis November 24, 2020
Mohamed Ramadan is accused of "insulting the Egyptian people" with the images from a Dubai party.
Metal monolith found by helicopter crew in Utah desert November 24, 2020
Wildlife officials spotted the "unusual" structure while counting sheep, leaving them baffled.
Lewis Hamilton: Andy Murray says F1 champion deserves knighthood November 24, 2020
Three-time Grand Slam winner Andy Murray believes Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton deserves to join him as a British sporting knight.
Director Tristram Shapeero apologises to Lukas Gage after unmuted comments November 24, 2020
Tristram Shapeero has apologised publicly to Lukas Gage after making comments about his apartment.
NFL: All-black team officiate match in historic first for competition November 24, 2020
An all-black team officiates an NFL match for the first time in the competition's history.
Viral Thanksgiving grandma's bittersweet reunion with guest she invited by mistake November 24, 2020
Wanda still invites Jamal to dinner four years after a mistaken text - but this year there was an empty seat.
A South African village, a murder and a coal mine November 24, 2020
Was the brutal shooting of a woman linked to her campaign against an opencast mine?

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