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The Struggle for School: Rohingya Refugees and the Right to Learn

December 21, 2025

The Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh face a tough reality when it comes to education. Despite international laws that promise everyone the right to learn, these promises often stay just that—promises. The Rohingyas, who fled violence in Myanmar, find themselves in a tricky situation. Bangladesh has t

politics

Myanmar Faces Genocide Accusations in Global Court

December 19, 2025

Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun

politics

New Rules for Immigrants from Certain Countries

December 3, 2025

Recent changes have been made to immigration policies. The U. S. government has decided to put a hold on many immigration processes for people from 19 specific countries. These countries are seen as high-risk. The decision includes a wide range of processes, like green card applications and naturali

technology

AI's Double-Edged Sword: Bridging or Widening the Global Divide?

December 2, 2025

AI is changing the world fast. It's not just about cool tech. It's about who gets left behind. The UN has a new report. It says AI could make rich countries richer. But poor countries might fall even further behind. This is like what happened during the Industrial Revolution. Some countries got supe

environment

Fossil Fuel Roadmap: Who's Really Blocking Progress at COP30?

November 28, 2025

At the recent COP30 climate talks in Belém, a mysterious "informal list" of 84 countries supposedly opposed to a fossil fuel roadmap caused quite a stir. This list, compiled by the Brazilian presidency, was meant to show who was blocking progress on transitioning away from fossil fuels. However, a c

business

The Hidden Truth Behind Online Scams: A Global Problem

November 22, 2025

In Myanmar and across Southeast Asia, a grim reality unfolds behind the screens of our devices. Over 200, 000 individuals have been lured into scam compounds, where they are forced to commit fraud under threats of violence. These victims, often professionals like teachers and engineers, are promised

business

A New Lease on Life: Myanmar Refugees Find Work in Thailand

November 19, 2025

In a significant shift, Myanmar refugees in Thailand are now able to work legally, a change that's bringing hope and independence to many. Tun Min Lat, a 42-year-old refugee, is one of them. He's been living in Thailand for nearly 20 years, but this is the first time he's had the chance to work lega

crime

The Man Behind the Scams: A Crime Boss's Journey Back to China

November 14, 2025

She Zhijiang, a man with ties to China, Cambodia, and Myanmar, has been sent back to China after a long legal fight. He is accused of running a big criminal network that included online scams, illegal gambling, and other serious crimes. This network operated out of a place called Yatai New City in M

crime

Myanmar's Cyber Scam Crisis: U. S. Tackles Militia and Chinese Ties

November 13, 2025

In a bold move, the United States has slapped sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for its role in cyber scams. This group, the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army, along with four of its leaders, is now in the U. S. Treasury Department's crosshairs. The sanctions also extend to entities and an individ

crime

The Luxurious Life of a Scammer: How One Man's Cybercrime Empire Unraveled

November 5, 2025

A wealthy businessman is under fire. Authorities in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore have taken action. They've seized assets worth hundreds of millions of dollars. These assets belong to a Cambodian businessman named Chen Zhi. The U. S. accuses him of running a massive cyber-scam network. This netw