Indonesian Court Orders Legislators to Raise Minimum Age for Girls to Marry

Judges rule on petition by ex-child brides that such marriages deny health, education rights.

Philippines: Marine, 3 Abu Sayyaf Gunmen Killed in Fighting

Clash came a day after Congress extended martial law in Mindanao region.

Bangladesh Officials: Rohingya Relocation to Island Not Expected This Year

Housing complex on Bhashan Char awaits opening ceremony to be led by PM Sheikh Hasina.

Malaysia: Najib, Ex-1MDB Official Face Audit Tampering Charges

Section about fugitive financier Jho Low was removed from report, new auditor general alleges.

Bangladesh: 2 Suspected Militants Arrested in Plot to Kill Filmmaker

One of the accused allegedly staked out the home of actor/filmmaker Khijir Hayat Khan.

Thailand Detains Bahraini Football Player for 60 More Days

Hakeem AlAraibi’s lawyer says Bangkok prosecutors are reviewing his extradition papers.

Jailed Ex-Jakarta Governor Likely to be Released Next Month: Prison Official

Basuki “Ahok” Tjahaja Purnama was sentenced in May 2017 to two years in prison for blasphemy.

Malaysia: Auction Falls Short of $130 Million Sought for Equanimity

Government will seek private bids to sell yacht tied to 1MDB scandal.

Thailand to Increase Age for Muslims to Marry

The regulation raising the age to wed from 15 to 17 is to take effect Friday.

India’s BJP Loses Big in State Assembly Polls

Ahead of the 2019 general election, the ruling party is defeated in three farm-belt states.

Philippine Congress Extends Martial Law in Mindanao Region

President Rodrigo Duterte’s chief aide says Islamic State-linked militants, other groups pose a threat.

With Polls on Horizon, Thai Junta Lifts Ban on Political Activities

Prime minister announced the change to prepare for national election in February.

Balangiga Bells Arrive Back in Philippines, Closing Bitter Chapter in US-Filipino Ties

The church bells were taken as a trophy during the Philippine-American War 117 years ago.

Bangladesh: Shahidul Alam Speaks Out After 107 Days in Jail

During BenarNews interview, acclaimed photojournalist discusses government efforts to silence him with defamation charge.