Australian police arrest dozens after infiltrating encrypted messaging app Ghost
Australian police said on Wednesday they have infiltrated Ghost, an encrypted global communications app developed for criminals, leading to dozens of arrests.
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Violence in Papua New Guinea near Barrick Gold mine leaves up to 50 dead: ‘situation is dire’
Violence among illegal miners in Papua New Guinea has left between 20 and 50 people dead, a United Nations official said on Monday.
At Pakistan’s pink palace, ghostly tales and TikTokkers complicate preservation
Stained glass windows, a sweeping staircase and embellished interiors make Mohatta Palace a gem in Karachi, a Pakistani megacity of 20 million people. Peacocks roam the lawn and the sounds of construction and traffic melt away as visitors enter the grounds.
Noisy, smelly yellow-eyed penguin wins New Zealand’s bird of the year
The hoiho, or yellow-eyed penguin, won the country’s fiercely fought avian election on Monday, offering hope to supporters of the endangered bird that recognition from its victory might prompt a revival of the species.
Myanmar’s death toll from Typhoon Yagi rises to 74, dozens others missing
Difficulties in compiling information have raised fears that the number of casualties may be higher.
Typhoon Yagi: Vietnam death toll rises to 199 as storm’s aftermath brings flash floods and landslides
Nearly 200 people have died in Vietnam in the aftermath of Typhoon Yagi and 128 are missing as flash floods and landslides take their toll, state media reported on Thursday.
Police rescue 402 children after sex abuse allegations at Islamic welfare homes in Malaysia
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Pakistan’s transgender community get its first ride-sharing service
Pakistan’s transgender community has gotten its first ride-sharing service in the latest effort to protect trans people from discrimination and harassment, the business’ founder said on Wednesday.