All Asia: South & Central
Nepal's prime minister resigns just before no confidence votePrime Minister K.P. Oli's departure plunges Nepal into a whole new round of political uncertainty.
As Pakistan mourns model Qandeel Baloch, a call to curb 'honor killings'A Pakistani model and social media icon who spoke out about women’s equality was reportedly killed by her brother.
Kashmir clashes emerge despite curfew as mourning for Wani continuesWidespread anti-India protests erupted throughout divided Kashmir, even as authorities prevented tens of thousands of people from offering Friday prayers in big mosques.
On Kashmir holiday lake, deep tensions float just below calm watersDal Lake is a lifeline for people who make their living as fishermen and guides for tourists – and a microcosm of the struggles of the India-controlled region.
Kashmir violence: Why militant's death could become a new rallying pointBurhan Wani was killed by Indian troops on Friday. He had become popular among many Kashmiris as a new face of protest against India.
First LookMilitants kill three worshippers at Bangladeshi Ramadan celebrationMilitants attacked police at Bangladesh's largest Eid celebration, continuing the country's intensifying trend of extremist violence days after a deadly attack in Dhaka.
ISIS claims Dhaka hostage-taking as Bangladesh combats extremismThe United States and Bangladesh have promised more cooperation against violent extremism. Bangladeshi officials have been reluctant to acknowledge IS is active in the country, however.
First LookMore than a year after Nepal quake, government agrees to speed up aidThe government overcame political in-fighting to agree to provide aid, in two installments, to families struggling in the wake of the devastating April 2015 earthquake.
Hope amid war: Why some young Afghans refuse to fleeOn World Refugee Day, Afghan's chief executive tweeted about the 60,000 refugees who voluntarily repatriated so far this year. Others, from an IT worker to an Afghan Olympic committee official, explain why they're determined to never leave.
Hope amid war: Why some young Afghans choose to stay
Is the US moving to expand airstrikes in Afghanistan?The expected decision comes as the Afghans struggle with a resurgent Taliban. The UN says 3,545 Afghan civilians were killed and 7,457 wounded in 2015.
Cover StoryNepal's earthquake: A push to rebuild without child laborChild labor often spikes following natural disasters. Nepal wants to break that mold and help kids like Dorje Lama.
Are Obama and Modi BFFs? Why Indians doubt itIndia's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives Tuesday at the White House for his seventh meeting with the US president.
US drone strike on Taliban leader: Will it enable or impede Afghan diplomacy?Afghan Taliban leader Mansour, target of a US drone strike, was seen as an opponent of the peace process with Kabul. But killing him could backfire, analysts say.
Afghan journalists face threats from Taliban, officials, and even familyThe Taliban used to take relative care not to target journalists, as a way to tell 'their side' of the story. But that has changed.
As Afghan insecurity deepens, can Ghani government fight back?The Taliban – now in control of about one-third of the country – have vowed to conduct an unprecedented spring offensive. But the government is trying to counter more effectively – good news to truck driver Sayed Jan.
Afghanistan peace deal with small militant group: A template for progress?The Afghan government expects to finalize a peace deal with the notorious militant insurgent group, Hezb-i-Islami, within days.
Malaysia officials confirm Flight 370 debris found off Africa coastMalaysia Airways Flight 370: Malaysian transport minister says one piece is an engine cowling, and the other is an interior panel piece from an aircraft cabin.
First LookKidnapped son of ex-PM of Pakistan heads home after surprise rescueA US-Afghan raid in Pakistan on a suspected al Qaeda compound resulted in the unexpected rescue of the kidnapped son of a former Pakistani prime minister.
Pakistan tribal council members face trial for 'honor killing' of teenage girlThirteen members of a Pakistani tribal council, who killed a 17-year old girl as punishment for helping one of her friends elope, will face trial under anti-terrorism laws.
