China’s influence becomes key battleground in Philippines’ high-stakes election as Marcos and Duterte camps clash 10 May 2025
Trump administration begins mass layoffs at Voice of America, sparking concerns over US media influence 17 March 2025
Rattled markets, negative polls: Honeymoon over for Trump as White House return marred by economic challenges, high prices and Musk’s influence 8 March 2025
‘Dark Indonesia’ protests sweep cities as students decry Prabowo’s funding cuts, military influence 20 February 2025
From isolation to influence: Saudi Arabia becomes dealmaker for US-Russia talks and Gaza summit 18 February 2025
Bringing religion back: Non-denominational Trump’s ‘God squad’ grows influence at White House 10 February 2025
‘The Lady’ of Arab music: Sampled by Beyonce and Shakira, Umm Kulthum’s influence lives on in cafes and hearts alike 1 February 2025
Afghan refugees in Pakistan struggle with extortion and arrests as local Taliban influence grows 2 January 2025
