Indian forces step up operations against Maoists after 22 police killed in ambush
The Maoists, also known as Naxals, say they are fighting for the poor who have been left behind in India's economic boom.
Tue Apr 06 2021
Philippine protest over permission for security forces to enter university
President Rodrigo Duterte's government has stepped up efforts to end a Maoist-led rebellion.
Tue Jan 19 2021
After ending ceasefire, Philippine leader says peace talks over too
Duterte called off a unilateral ceasefire on Friday, two days after the New People's Army (NPA) did the same.
Sun Feb 05 2017
Aishah's family hoping for her return in the month of Ramadan
The family of Siti Aishah Abdul Wahab, 72, the Malaysian-born woman believed to have been confined by a cult-like Maoist sect in London, are hoping for her to return and celebrate Hari Raya with them.
Sun Jan 31 2016
Cult leader who brainwashed Siti Aishah, jailed for decades of abuse
A Maoist cult leader who brainwashed and raped followers in his London commune, and kept his own daughter imprisoned for three decades, was jailed Friday for 23 years.
Sat Jan 30 2016
UK Maoist cult followers brainwashed, raped; daughter imprisoned 30 years - Prosecutor
It was informed that Aravindan Balakrishnan had influenced the victims using mental and physical dominance and violence and sexual degradation.
Fri Nov 13 2015
Four dead as India train derails, sabotage suspected
Some 12 carriages of the Rajdhani Express traveling from New Delhi to the northeastern state of Assam, toppled over at around 2:00am.
Wed Jun 25 2014
The joys of being held captive - by the imagination
The story of Siti Aishah Abdul Wahab and her 3 decade-long saga may still have some legs to run. Lets pray for a fairy tale ending where she returns to the bosom of her family for a happy reunion.
Tue Dec 03 2013
Stroke pushed enslaved women in London to seek help
London police say not getting treatment for stroke may have pushed the three women to seek help.
Thu Nov 28 2013
British 'slavery' case couple 'were Maoists'
Aravindan Balakrishnan and his Tanzanian wife Chanda who allegedly held three women as "slaves" were prominent Maoist activists in the 1970s
Tue Nov 26 2013
Nepal vote suspect: key regional party
Fears of a prolonged political crisis in Nepal deepened after a regional party joined the Maoists in alleging poll-rigging held this week.
Fri Nov 22 2013
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024