China’s new draft law on immigration sparks online racism targeting mostly Africans
The Chinese government has released a draft law that could make it easier for foreigners to gain permanent residency in China. The proposal has since...
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Japan mass stabbing: Accused admits murders but denies guilt
Japan mass stabbing: Accused admits murders but denies guilt Image copyright AFP Image caption Mr Uematsu in court - he now has long black hair...
Carlos Ghosn: Nissan inquiry a ‘gross perversion’
Carlos Ghosn: Nissan inquiry a 'gross perversion' Image copyright AFP/Getty Images Lawyers for ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn have attacked the company, accusing it of conducting...
Indonesian rapist’s dad: He got what he deserved
Reynhard Sinaga: Father of rapist says ‘punishment fits his crimes’ Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionWho is Reynhard Sinaga? The BBC's Judith...
How the world has responded
Australia fires: How the world has responded to the crisis Image copyright AFP Image caption Fire crews have been working for months to tackle the...
A Case of Exploding Mangoes: Urdu edition novel seized in Pakistan raids
A Case of Exploding Mangoes: Urdu edition novel seized in Pakistan raids Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Hanif said security agents seized stock from...
Delhi bus rape: Indian court issues death warrants
Delhi bus rape: Indian court issues death warrants Image copyright Delhi police Image caption The four men had pleaded not guilty An Indian court has...
Australia fires: Almost 2,000 homes destroyed in marathon crisis
Australia fires: Almost 2,000 homes destroyed in marathon crisis Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionAustralia fires: "Nothing left" for animals that survive...
US base near N Korea in emergency siren ‘error’
US base near N Korea in emergency siren 'error' Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Camp Casey is home to thousands of US troops Troops...
Typhoon Phanfone: Philippine death toll rises to 28
Typhoon Phanfone: Philippine death toll rises to 28 Media playback is unsupported on your device Media captionResidents start to clean up after deadly storm hits...