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Election Worries Ramp Up as Uganda’s Ruling Party Seeks to Quash Independents

A new rule would bar National Resistance Movement party members who lose their primaries from running as independents in general elections. But voting irregularities — and the law — could undermine that effort.

By Apophia Agiresaasi

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Nepal
Political Crisis in Nepal Rekindles Calls for a Return to the Crown

Corruption and instability have opened the door for pro-monarchy protests, raising questions about the future of the fragile republic.

By Sunita Neupane

and Yam Kumari Kandel
India
‘God’s Work’ Is Modi’s Work in Rural India

By Raksha Kumar
India
Worshippers of an Ancient Indian Religion Push for Recognition

Followers of Sarna, a nature-worshipping faith, want visibility, respect — and political power.

By Raksha Kumar

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Africa

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Court Ruling Brings Hope to a Displaced People

As Uganda Fights Terrorism, Citizens Blame Police Violence

By Nakisanze Segawa

and Edna Namara

Younger Generations Ask: What Does It Mean to Kneel?

By Beatrice Lamwaka

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Americas

Coverage from Haiti, Mexico and Puerto Rico

Ancient Waterways Threatened by Mexico City’s Booming Population Growth

By Mayela Sánchez

Soaring Rents, High Demand Pushing out Many Buenos Aires Tenants

By Lucila Pellettieri

Abandoned Homes, Fearful Children: Forced Displacements Are Common in Southern Mexico

By Marissa Revilla

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Asia

Coverage from Indian-administered Kashmir, Mongolia, Nepal and Sri Lanka

Bride Burnings Go Up, Incomes Go Down: What Happens When India Enacts Curfews in Kashmir Region

By Raihana Maqbool

Kashmiri Turnout at the Polls in India’s Ongoing General Election Lower Than Ever

By Aliya Bashir

and Raihana Maqbool

A Land of Small Wars: Life on the Line of Control

By Raihana Maqbool

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