A Tale of Two Defendants: One Freed, One Still on Trial

Government support, diplomacy and electoral politics may have played a role in shocking release of Kim Jong Nam murder defendant.

Indonesian Environmentalists Seek Meeting with Chinese Bank over Sumatra Dam Project

Conservationists want to discuss their concerns about how project could further imperil an endangered orangutan species.

Southern Philippines: Two Suspected Abu Sayyaf Militants Killed in Firefight

One was wanted for his alleged role in a mass kidnapping from a Malaysian resort.

40 Kilos of Plastic in Stomach of Dead Whale Found in Philippines

The Cuvier’s beaked whale suffered from dehydration and starvation because of the trash, environmentalists say.

Thai Tycoon Sentenced to 16 Months in Panther-Poaching Case

Court finds Premchai Karnasuta not guilty of possessing carcass of black panther.

Turnout High for Early Voting in Thai Election

Nearly 87 percent of those who registered went to the polls on Sunday, election commission reports.

Malaysia Arrests Suspects Linked to Maute Brothers, Other Militant Groups

Among those in custody are Royal Sulu Force members involved in 2013 Lahad Datu incursion.

Philippines Arrests 4 Chinese Drug Suspects, Seizes Huge Meth Shipment

Weighing 163 kilos (353 pounds), stash was concealed in Chinese biscuit cans, authorities say.

Philippines: Hundreds Rally for a Return to their Marawi Homes

Desperate displaced residents say the government has let them down.

FIFA Official Gets Bail after Arrest for Allegedly Defaming Bangladeshi Leader

Mahfuza Akhter Kiron jailed after allegedly criticizing the prime minister for favoring cricket over football.

American Wanted on Child Pornography Charge Arrested in the Philippines

Suspect who was taken into custody north of Manila had evaded capture for two years.

India: Post-Airstrike Patriotic Fervor May Boost BJP in Polls, Analysts Say

Staggered elections for seats in the lower house of India’s parliament will begin April 11.

Bangladeshi Diplomat Missing for 15 Months Now Home, Relatives Say

Maroof Zaman appeared outside his house in a confused state in the middle of the night.

Philippines: ICC Examination into Drug War a ‘Futile Exercise’

International Criminal Court never had jurisdiction over the Philippines, presidential spokesman says.