Joe Freeman
Distracted by COVID, Another Infectious Disease Brews in the Philippines
One of the worst places hit by coronavirus in Southeast Asia, the country also has a deadly tuberculosis surge to address.
This Beluga Whale Has Been Held in a Conglomerate’s Aquarium for Years
Bella the beluga was supposed to be freed. Activists say time is running out.
The World’s Oldest Rainforest Was Just Handed Back to Its Indigenous Owners
The 180 million-year-old Daintree, which has come under pressure from climate change, mining and logging, will now be managed by its traditional owners.
Pacquiao Announces Retirement in Bizarre Half-Campaign, Half-Music Video
He’s saying goodbye to the sport, but there’s a bigger message in the 14-minute exit.
Having Sex With a 12-Year-Old Isn’t a Crime in This Country. That’s About To Change.
The age of sexual consent in the Philippines is one of the lowest in the world.
This Country May Ban Trans People From Entering Mosques
The idea in Malaysia would apply in federal territories, such as the capital.
Meet the Sisters Behind the Single-Use Plastic Ban in Bali
They witnessed the pollution firsthand. So they decided to act.
Thai OnlyFans Star Faces Prison Time As Outrage Over Case Grows
The charges highlight legal obstacles faced by adult content creators in many countries.
Thai Authorities Arrest Trans Celeb Wanted in Malaysia for ‘Insulting Islam’
The cosmetics entrepreneur, who fell afoul of religious authorities back home, was released on bail.
Company Apologizes for Sending Clowns to Schools and Terrifying Parents
The sightings took place outside primary schools in Singapore.
Meet the Women Fighters Making History in Male-Dominated Muay Thai
A Bangkok venue that has long considered the presence of women in the ring unlucky recently broke with tradition.
Manny Pacquiao Is Running For President of the Philippines. Can He Knock Out Duterte’s Allies?
The superstar athlete-turned-senator is banking on turning his celebrity status into political success.