Stories from 9 February 2016
Artists and Activists Unite in Support of Russia’s ‘Good People’

“I wish I could go to the detention center and sing, so the whole thing came down,” Anastasia said, describing her “ elven-princess” wish to free her imprisoned partner.
‘A Good Day for the Internet Everywhere': India Bans Differential Data Pricing

Indian Telecom Regulatory Authority bans differential data pricing and Facebook's large plans for Free Basics come to an end.
Classrooms Without Teachers Spread in Southern Venezuela
Although they love their profession, hundreds of teachers in Gran Sabana, Venezuela, have left their classrooms to find more affordable pay in other industries.
Iranian Couples Are Increasingly Living Together Outside of Marriage
A look at why young Iranian couples are choosing to live together unmarried despite going against the law.