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May 31 is World No Tobacco Day, a day when many health advocacy groups raise awareness about the dangers of tobacco. These groups have reason to celebrate: In most countries, tobacco use is declining. But not in Indonesia, where smoking rates are rising, according to the World Health Organization. Dave Grunebaum has the story.

Almost one-year after taking office, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Junior is getting mixed reviews from political analysts as he faces challenges domestically and abroad. Dave Grunebaum has the story.

Lawmakers in the Philippines are targeting online casino operators and regulators as they try to crack down on the country’s growing network of cryptocurrency scams and the human trafficking connected to them. Dave Grunebaum looks at the issue and one victim’s story. Camera: Dave Grunebaum

Popular progressive and conservative challengers to the ruling Barisan Nasional, and an unprecedented influx of young new voters, are making Saturday’s poll too close to call

Malaysians go to the polls to vote in the nation’s general elections on November 19. Young people are expected to have the biggest impact on the election outcome, and candidates are busy trying to win their support. Dave Grunebaum has more

Across Southeast Asia, online scam centers are stealing money from people around the world. But what you may not know is that many of the scammers are victims themselves. Dave Grunebaum has the story. Warning: This video contains images and content that is graphic and disturbing.

Across Southeast Asia, online scam centers are stealing money from people around the world. But what you may not know is that many of the scammers are victims themselves. Dave Grunebaum has the story. Warning: This video contains images and content that is graphic and disturbing.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs led to thousands of killings during his six-year term. While his campaign has been condemned overseas, he remains popular at home. But at a small coffee shop near the country's capital, baristas share stories about those killed during the crackdown. Dave Grunebaum has our report.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs led to thousands of killings during his six-year term. While his campaign has been condemned overseas, he remains popular at home. But at a small coffee shop near the country's capital, baristas share stories about those killed during the crackdown. Dave Grunebaum has our report.

On Monday the Philippines will elect a new president. Voters have faced a barrage of disinformation, particularly on social media. Dave Grunebaum looks at the issue and the people trying to combat it. Camera: Dave Grunebaum Producer: Luis Da Costa