How India’s population exploded to overtake China’s and what’s next
CNN — Counting millions of people is never an easy task, but the United Nations says its latest calculations show that by the end of this weekend, India will have…
Afghanistan: Women protest Taliban ban on education outside of Kabul University
CNN — Young Afghan women gathered outside Kabul University on Monday to protest the ruling Taliban’s ban on female education as their male peers returned to school for a new…
London is handing out free meals for all primary school children
London CNN — London’s mayor has announced an emergency program to provide free meals for all children attending state primary schools in the capital, adding to a string of fresh…
South Korea brought K-pop and K-dramas to the world. The Korean language could be next
CNN — There’s never been a better time to learn Korean. It’s one of the fastest-growing languages in the world, outpacing traditionally popular rivals like Chinese in multiple markets –…
Iran protests: Clashes break out between students and security forces across Iran, rights groups say
CNN — Violent clashes broke out between security forces and student protesters at university campuses across Iran on Sunday, according to activist and human rights groups in the country. Students…
CSAT: Cheating scandal erupts as South Korean students face their toughest test
Seoul CNN — All flights in South Korea will be grounded Thursday, with no takeoffs or landings permitted for an hour. Around the country, parents will be praying and packing…
Iran protests: Security forces beat, shot and detained students of elite Tehran university as crackdown on protests escalates
CNN — When Farid’s friend called crying for help on Sunday, he jumped on his bike and quickly rode to Tehran’s Sharif University. “Please come save us. We are stuck…