Meet the 2026 laureates of RSF Press Freedom Awards
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) recently unveiled its roster of awardees for the 34th Press Freedom Awards, naming outstanding…
By Jacinth Banite
Jacinth has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism having attended the De La Salle University in Dasmariñas.
She is interested in International affairs and also has a passion for poetry and music.
Vanessa Pulgarin of Colombia is the first MGI All Stars queen
The inaugural all-stars edition of Miss Grand International (MGI) concluded in an extravagant coronation night in Thailand on…
Palmira Ruiz becomes Mexico’s first Miss Eco International winner
Palmira Ruiz has been proclaimed Miss Eco International 2026, making her the first Mexican beauty to claim the…
Taiwan’s marriage equality landscape – Seven years since historic legalisation
Seven years ago today, Taiwan became the first Asian country to legalise same-sex marriages, marking a historic win…
New platform HERDD empowers female leadership in Southeast Asia
Over the past years, Southeast Asia has made notable progress in elevating female leadership in multiple sectors of…
‘Beyond borders’: Kazakhstan diplomat on the significance of Semipalatinsk Treaty today
Twenty years ago at Semipalatinsk, Kazakhstan — once the Soviet Union’s testing ground for nuclear weapons — a…
Coup leader turns head of state: Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as Myanmar’s 11th president
Min Aung Hlaing officially ascended to the Myanmar presidency on April 10, following a contentious swearing-in ceremony in…
Ten countries with the lowest fertility rates in 2025
Fewer and fewer women across the planet are opting to give birth nowadays, with the global fertility rate…
World’s First: The story behind Scotland’s free period products
In Scotland, period products, including menstrual pads and tampons, are being provided free of charge, thanks to a…
Denmark becomes first EU country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis
Denmark has become the latest country to be certified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the elimination…
From Sansa Stark to Katniss Everdeen: Five fictional women who resonate with reality
Literature is a prominent hub for remarkable representations of women’s real strength and courage, one that narrates relatable…
ROSCOSMOS announces fresh Myanmar deal aimed at producing nation’s first astronaut
The military government in Myanmar is plotting to produce the country's first-ever astronaut, as part of a broader…
Retired Australian gynaecologist faces inquiry over past surgeries on women
Australian authorities are looking into opening a criminal case against a retired male gynecologist, who has been accused…
Timor Leste becomes first ASEAN member state to probe Myanmar junta’s ‘crimes’
Five years since the Myanmar military seized power in the government, a fellow Southeast Asian nation opened an…
UN agencies call for end to female genital mutilation, as over four million girls remain at risk in 2026
The World Health Oranisation (WHO) has joined with other United Nations agencies to call for the cessation of…
No change in sight: Myanmar junta rule reaches fifth year
Five years have passed since the Myanmar military seized power from an elected civilian government, igniting a brutal…
Music news: Taylor Swift, Alanis Morissette to enter Songwriters Hall of Fame
The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees for 2026 have been announced, with Taylor Swift and Alanis Morissette among…
Becky Armstrong is the new Nanno in ‘Girl From Nowhere’ reboot
The legendary character of Nanno is returning to Netflix on March 7 – with a new face but…
Angelina Jolie oversees relief efforts for Gaza Strip as Israel restricts entry of aid
Award-winning Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie embarked on a humanitarian trip to Egypt on January 2 to oversee the…
Pope Leo speaks of Gaza, calls for world peace in maiden Christmas Day sermon
Pope Leo XIV has made his inaugural Christmas Day sermon in front of a crowd in the Vatican,…
Finland, Denmark announce closure of embassies in Myanmar
Finland and Denmark have both announced the closure of their respective embassies in Myanmar by 2026, ending the…
From page to screen: Five book-to-film adaptations to look out for in 2026
2026 will be a fun-filled year for both book nerds and film buffs, with some of the most…
‘Not an accident’: Calls for accountability mount after Hong Kong’s deadly blaze
Saturday marked the beginning of a three-day mourning period in Hong Kong, in honour of over 140 people…
First human to be infected with rare bird flu strain dies, but experts downplay risks
On Friday, November 21, United States health officials confirmed the passing of an “older adult” who was undergoing…