She fled North Korea but was sold to a man in China. Her second escape came nearly 20 years later.
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From Indonesia to Pakistan, Muslims in Asia welcome holy month of Ramadan with concern amid Israel-Gaza war, inflation
But as they savour the traditions of their own diverse communities – from holiday treats to evening diversions – the tribulations faced by fellow Muslims are never far from anyone’s mind. This year, war and starvation in the Gaza Strip casts an especially dark shadow on the festivities.
South China Sea: US part of Philippines’ ‘calculated’ plan to tap oil, gas in waters disputed by China
The country is seeking to parlay its deepening security ties with Washington into broader economic benefits, said Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez.
India says Europe trade group commits to $100 billion 15-year deal
India will lift most import tariffs on industrial products from four European countries in return for investment of $100 billion over 15 years, its trade minister said, after an economic pact signed on Sunday that concluded nearly 16 years of negotiations.
Quad summit delay sparks fears over US commitment in Asia-Pacific amid ‘competing priorities’
Uncertainty over the next Quad leaders’ meeting after their previous summit in May has sparked concerns about a possible reduction in US presence in the Asia-Pacific and the future of the four-member bloc with the “wind coming out of its sails”.
Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many
Officials saw the crescent moon Sunday night in Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, marking the start of the holy fasting month of Ramadan for many of the world's 1.8 billion Muslims.
U.S. forces fly in to beef up security at embassy in Haiti and evacuate nonessential personnel
The U.S. military said Sunday that it had flown in forces to beef up security at the U.S. Embassy in Haiti and allow nonessential personnel to leave.