Stories from 8 August 2017
Afghanistan's Government Stood by as Militants Unleashed Hell on a Hazara Village
The capture of Mirzaolang by Taliban-led militants is the latest shocking brutality inflicted on the long-suffering ethnic group.
Jordanian Rapper Emsallam Hdaib Talks About LGBTQ+ Rights, Freedom of Expression, and Resistance
“Sometimes it feels like Jordan is an open air prison especially when you think of visiting the nearest countries to it.”
In Highly Criticized Stunt, Chinese Reporter Drinks River Water to Prove It's Clean
"This reporter can definitely advance in his career. Come, there is a position in the Environmental Bureau. Come take the position."
‘Troll-in-Chief'? Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Admits Hiring Online Defenders During 2016 Election

The study found out that $200,000 were spent to fund the pro-Duterte troll army composed of 400 to 500 individuals.
What's Behind the Success of Satirical Media in Hong Kong?
"The reason why Most100’s parodies are so popular is related to the reality that people cannot change society and so they can only take pleasure in satires."