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The Chinese and Hong Kong governments say the national security laws were necessary to restore order after mass pro-democracy protests.

Jail terms are expected to range from several years for participants to possible life imprisonment for principal offenders.

Democracy and the economy ranked by far as the most important issues for voters, with around a third of respondents citing each.

After campaigning for four years, has Donald Trump done enough to wear Americans down, or will the Democrats hold on?

Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues

Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children

Indonesia's incoming president Prabowo Subianto met candidates for senior government posts, aiming to bring more parties into his coalition.

Jokowi leaves office facing accusations he has tried to change laws to benefit his family, and co-opt state bodies to control his opponents.

The son of Bangladesh's ousted prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, said he's happy with the army chief's timeline for elections within 18 months.

The public expects accountability from government officials and political leaders, said Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul.

Joe Biden said he was stepping aside to allow a new generation to take over in his first public remarks since ending his re-election bid.

Indonesia's election commission formally announced Prabowo Subianto as the next president of the worlds third-largest democracy today.

Narendra Modi, who has been prime minister since 2014, has benefited from a divided opposition and a glowing mainstream media coverage.

Can the return of exiled politicians ignite hope for Thai democracy and reshape its political landscape?

Anies Baswedan said the aim of the case was to ensure democracy was improved, as there were many problems with the election.

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.

Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?

Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.

A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc

A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.

Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.

Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.