Darren Maung
Darren is an aspiring writer who wishes to share or create stories to the world and bring humanity together as one. A massive Star Wars nerd and history buff, he finds enjoyable, heart-warming or interesting subjects in any written media.
China Executes Four Members of Myanmar Scam Operation, Targets $4 Billion Criminal Network
On Feb. 2, Chinese authorities executed four individuals linked to a Myanmar-based operation center. They were convicted alongside others for the deaths of six Chinese nationals and involvement in scam and gambling schemes totaling over...
‘Significant Number’ of Prisoners Reportedly Freed in Venezuela, Families Still Await More
Since the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. forces, hundreds of Venezuelan prisoners are being set free, officials and activists said. However, families still wait for more loved ones to be released, claiming...
The American Marten: The Most Adorable Predator You’ve Never Seen
If you were asked to name some fierce North American predators, you might come up with the coyote, grizzly bear, wolves and mountain lions right away; but chances are the American Marten would escape you....
NASA Prepares for Artemis 2 Mission to Moon for February
NASA has announced that final preparations are being made to roll out its Artemis 2 mega rocket. With this mission, its crew will orbit the moon as early as Feb. 6. Artemis II will make history...
Moscow Claims Ukraine Behind Attack on Putin’s Residence
On Dec. 29, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed that Ukraine launched a drone attack on President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod. Kyiv has denied the allegations, as Moscow reportedly “revises” its negotiating position in...
Disabled Puppy Dumped in UK Dumpster Rescued, Finds New Home Before Christmas
A Christmas miracle arrived in early December when a disabled puppy — left for dead in a dumpster in the UK — was rescued, healed and given a new home just in time for the...
Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire Threatened After New Airstrikes Launched
On Dec. 8, Thailand launched airstrikes on its border with Cambodia, threatening the uneasy ceasefire between the two countries. A spokesman for the Thai military said in a statement on Monday that aircraft were deployed...
Southeast Asia Floods and Cyclones Kill Over 900, Displace Hundreds of Thousands
Southeast Asia has been hit by powerful floods and cyclones in recent weeks, triggering deadly floods and landslides that have claimed over 900 lives. Monsoon rains have submerged roads, hindering rescuers from reaching those stranded...
Malaysia Ends Search after Rohingya Shipwreck: 14 Survivors, 36 Dead
On Nov. 17, Malaysia ended its search operation for the Rohingya refugees who went missing after their ship sank near the Thai-Malaysian coast on Nov.18. In the end, 36 bodies were recovered and 14 survivors...
‘We are RFA’: Radio Free Asia Journalists Express Dismay and Hope as Platform Ceases Operations
Radio Free Asia (RFA) was founded almost three decades ago to spread awareness of developments and issues surrounding Asia. However, cuts to government funding by the Trump administration have forced the platform to cease operations...
Despite Several Arrests, Jewels from Louvre Heist Still Missing
After several jewels were stolen from the Louvre on Oct. 19, authorities have made multiple arrests in connection with the theft, but the jewels remain missing. Since the city-wide manhunt began, seven people have been...
Challenge Yourself Out of Your Comfort Zone: The Essential Choice for a Fulfilling Life
Since prehistoric times, there have always been situations that forced us out of our safety zones, testing us to adapt and grow in a world full of possibilities and dangers. Despite their being uncomfortable, or...