Thailand protests: Thousands gather for mass anti-government rally
Demonstrators are calling for the prime minister’s resignation and reform of the monarchy.
Yasukuni Shrine: Japan’s ex-PM Abe visits controversial memorial
Shinzo Abe, who last visited the Yasukuni Shrine in 2013, made the trip days after stepping down.
Syria war: US deploys extra troops to Syria after Russia clashes
A US official says the move sends a “signal to Russia” to avoid “provocative actions” in Syria.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice dies
The US Supreme Court justice was a feminist heroine, cultural icon and national treasure.
How many people does it take to oust a political leader?
How big does a protest need to be to topple a political leader? One estimate is 3.5% of the country’s population.
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