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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – June 4, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaLee Jae-myung officially began his term as South Korea’s 21st president at 6:21 a.m. on June 4, following confirmation by the National…
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South Asia
Karachi: 216 prisoners escape after jailbreak
Malir District Jail of Karachi By Nasir Aijaz KARACHI: Around 216 prisoners, including drug addicts and Afghan refugees, escaped from a jail in Karachi, the capital city of southern Sindh province of Pakistan, in a dramatic incident on Monday night. The escape occurred amid chaos reportedly triggered by a series…
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West Asia
Isa Al Shaiji: The Quiet Force Behind Bahrain’s Journalism Legacy
Al Shaiji being honored by HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister with the 2025 Journalism Personality Award In a world where media often walks a tightrope between tradition and transformation, one man has stood as a steady, principled figure through five decades of evolution. Isa Al Shaiji, the veteran…
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West Asia
Korean Ambassador’s Singing Performances in Tehran Stand Out
Ambassador Kim Jun-pyo in one of his singing performances By Alireza Bahrami TEHRAN: Stellar music performances by South Korea’s ambassador to Tehran Kim Jun-pyo has won wide praise in Iran and has been hailed by social media as an extraordinary demonstration of his efforts to foster deeper connection with his…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – May 31, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaOn the second day of early voting, concerns over lax election management resurfaced in South Korea. Misplaced ballots from last year’s general…
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West Asia
“Taste of China”: When Food Fosters Empathy and Understanding
Ambassador Ni Ruchi addressing the “Taste of China” celebration By Habib Toumi MANAMA: The inviting aroma of Chinese noodles, the subtle clink of chopsticks, and the warm hospitality of the hosts welcomed guests into an evening that would linger in memory far beyond the final course. More than a culinary…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – May 29, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaA recent Gallup Korea survey, commissioned by the National Election Commission, reveals that 86.8% of Korean voters intend to participate in the…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – May 27, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaIn a show of unity, former PPP leader Han Dong-hoon joined presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo for a joint rally in Dobong-gu, Seoul—their…
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South Asia
Passion for empowering women: A journey of resilience and transformation
Pirah Aijaz By Pirah Aijaz KARACHI, SIND, PAKISTAN: The story of my journey began in 2013 with a simple desire to make a difference—writing about women’s issues to spark conversations and heartfelt change. What started as a hobby has evolved into a full-fledged mission to empower women, driven by resilience,…
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AJA Newsbites
AJA Newsbites – May 23, 2025
AJA Newsbites is a curated roundup of major news and developments from across Asia, brought to you by members of Asia Journalist Association (AJA) Lee Sang-ki, THE AsiaN, KoreaIn South Korea, tow truck drivers who remove vehicles without the owner’s consent after a traffic accident will now face criminal charges…
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