Organizers of the international art exhibition in Germany said they would remove a work after diplomats and lawmakers said it contained antisemitic images.
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U.A.E. Bans ‘Lightyear,’ Disney Film with Same-Sex Kiss
The United Arab Emirates banned the animated film, an offshoot of the “Toy Story” movies, from its cinemas. Censors in Indonesia and Malaysia are also considering restrictions.
A Radical Collective Takes Over One of the World’s Biggest Art Shows
Ruangrupa, an Indonesian group of collaborators, turns social experiences into art. How will they leave their mark on Documenta, which unfolds over 100 days?
Podcaster Deddy Corbuzier Shunned a Gay Couple After Welcoming Them
The segment, aired in Indonesia, enraged religious leaders and prompted a backlash that highlights the limits of tolerance for gay people in the Muslim-majority nation.
Interview With Gay Couple Sparks Backlash in Indonesia
The segment on a popular podcast hosted by Deddy Corbuzier enraged religious leaders, highlighting the limits of tolerance for gay people in the Muslim-majority nation.
Deforestation Remains High, Despite COP 26 Pledges
Brazil had the largest share of tree loss last year, followed by the Democratic Republic of Congo and Bolivia. Indonesia showed improvement.
In Asia, Covid-19 Rules Fall Away, With a Big Caveat
Daily life in the region was once regulated by a snarl of virus restrictions. That is changing fast — except in mainland China, which is still rolling out lockdowns.
Covid Cases Spike in Asia After Lunar New Year Celebrations
A spike in cases across Asia has followed this month’s holiday.
Indonesia Lets Stranded Refugee Boat Land After Vowing to Turn It Away
The boat came shore on Friday with more than 100 Rohingya refugees on board. Indonesia relented under pressure from rights groups.
Southeast Asia’s Tourist Spots Are Open, but Visitors Are Scarce
Hopes for a revival of international tourism have fizzled amid restrictions, paperwork, a lack of flights and uncertainty around the Omicron variant.