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We Asked Young Filipinos What They Want From Duterte’s 2020 State of the Nation Address. Here’s What They Said.
Amid concerns over the pandemic and threats to freedom of expression, all eyes are on Duterte’s upcoming speech.
Here Are the Democrats Voting for Trump-Appointed Judges—and Why
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said he intends to "leave no vacancy behind." But with the stakes so high, and the ramifications so indelible, why have Senate Democrats been so willing to let him?
These Local Leaders Are Standing Out in the Fight Against Coronavirus in Their Countries
From drive-through clinics to children’s meal deliveries, these leaders are effectively addressing the coronavirus in their own ways.
The Canadian Government Says It Accidentally Spied on a Citizen for 5 Years
A 'second party'—someone outside of Canada—reported the policy breach in 2018, sparking an investigation.
‘Of Course We're Panicking:’ Here's What It’s Like Inside Wuhan’s Coronavirus Quarantine Zone
Hospitals don‘t have enough beds or medical supplies, and people are afraid.
Here’s Why Putin’s Entire Cabinet Just Quit
The Russian leader is currently in the fourth term of his presidency, which is due to end in 2024.
Expert Review Finds Pill Testing Works, While State Premiers Continue to Condemn It
Gladys Berejiklian says pill testing doesn't work, and that it "could actually cause more deaths." A number of experts disagree.
We Asked Young People If India Is Too Sensitive About What Is Shown in Movies, TV Shows and on Social Media
“Whether it’s a bikini or a new skimpy fashion trend, I won’t be surprised if the same people censoring our social media start claiming that even these go against our culture.”
Kyoto Government Under Fire for Paying Celebrities $9,000 to Promote the City
The plan backfired because they didn’t disclose that their posts were sponsored.
These Reporters Won't Let Kashmir's Internet Blackout Stop Them
A government-imposed communications ban is preventing journalists from calling sources and doing research online.
GitHub CEO Says It Has to Follow Microsoft’s Lead on Working With ICE
Multiple GitHub employees recalled comments from CEO Nat Friedman made during an internal company meeting.
Internal Email Shows GitHub Plans to Renew ICE Contract
Even though GitHub leadership and others oppose ICE’s child separation policy, an internal email suggests GitHub won’t stop ICE from renewing a contract with the tech company.