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International Center for Transitional Justice
This organization "assists countries pursuing accountability for past mass atrocity or human rights abuse." The site describes past and current programs in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Other
Asahi Shimbun (In Japanese)
Asahi Shimbun is a daily newspaper published in Tokyo, Japan. Content includes top national and international news stories. Written in both Japanese and English (select "ENGLISH" from the top of the screen).
Other
Star of Mysore: Homepage
The Star of Mysore is a daily local/regional news source from Mysore, India.
Other
The Dong a Ilbo (In English)
The Dong-A Ilbo is a daily South Korean newspaper serving the city of Seoul and the surrounding areas. Content includes the latest news, business and sports coverage, op-ed pieces, weather, and more.
Other
The Statesman: Homepage
The Statesman is a local/regional/national news source from Calcutta, India.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Pakistan: Country and Culture
This two period lesson plan focuses on Pakistan's country and culture.
Other
Nikkei Net (In Japanese)
Nikkei Net is a daily business newspaper published in Tokyo, Japan. Content includes the top national and international news stories of the day, as well as extensive business, economic, and political coverage. (Select "ENGLISH" from the...
Other
Reuters: Bangladesh Ferry Collapses, 100 Unaccounted For
Read about a ferry accident that left 100 lives unaccounted for. (Published Aug. 4, 2014)
Other
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary
This site gives information about one of the wildlife sanctuaries in Belize. It is a very informative site with links to other wildlife parks, reserves, national parks, and other sanctuaries in Belize.
Other
The Island
The Island, a daily newspaper from Sri Lanka, offers the latest news, as well as opinion pieces, editorials, business and sports features, and more.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Greek Mythology
Encyclopedia Mythica offers a comprehensive resource on Greek mythology. Content includes a look at the principal gods, Zeus's consorts and offspring, the descendants of Prometheus, and much, much more. Click on "browse articles" for a...
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Forever Friends: Traveling to Asia
Take a virtual trip to several countries in Asia, guided by knowledgeable young people who will help you understand the culture and special allures of each country. Short videos are included. A map and activities relating to the...
Virtual Bangladesh
Virtual Bangladesh: News From Bangladesh
Come to the News stand for news from Bangladesh. Here you have links to Bangladeshi newspapers and news sources, such as daily newspapers, periodicals, e-zines and multimedia news sources.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: China
Click-through facts-and-photo file about China's geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its Asian location and a video that explains the desertification of...
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Ramon Barba
Ramon Barba is known for his advancements in the cultivating fruit in the Philippines. Learn about his life in this article.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Russia
A good overview of Russia with facts, information about the leaders, and news agencies. Each news agency is linked to its site so that you can find out about the press, television, and radio in Russia.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Indonesia
Interesting reference guide that takes you on a virtual trip to Indonesia. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Bhutan
Features a country profile of the Kingdom of Bhutan, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Turkey
Presents a travel guide and country profile of the European nation of Turkey including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: South Korea
Presents a travel guide and country profile for South Korea including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism,...
Other
Underwater World, Singapore
At this site you will learn all about Underwater World in Singapore. You can get general information, take a virtual tour, see pictures, and download movies of a diver feeding fish.
Other
Dawn: Pakistani English Newspaper
Online articles from DAWN, credited as Pakistan's oldest and most widely circulated English newspaper and one of its two largest English dailies. Site also includes DAWN Young World, a weekly magazine with articles of interest to young...
Read Works
Read Works: Wild Things
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about some plants and animals recently discovered in the Himalayas. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Our World
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read facts about seven continents. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in classifying and categorizing.