Sofia Lotto Persio
Sofia Lotto Persio reports mainly on Asia and gender issues for Newsweek. She previously covered international affairs with a specific focus on Europe and the Middle East for IBTimes UK. She follows politics, conflict, terrorism, immigration, human rights and gender-based violence. She has previously reported on global trade finance and fintech at Global Trade Review and written about LGBT rights in Italy for the Economist Intelligence Unit.
"EuroTrump": Is Geert Wilders Really The Dutch Donald?
The documentary "EuroTrump" got unprecedented access to the peroxide-blonde politician during the election campaign, but some critics feel
U.S. Navy Ship Saved 40 From Shipwreck that Killed 12
The ship contacted rescue vessel Sea-Watch, who refused to take the bodies and the survivors on board without Italy's guarantee of safe harbor.
No Longer a 'Dotard': Trump Wins Praise in North Korea
State-controlled media reported on the historic summit deepening the two leaders' "friendly feelings."
Trump's 'Genius' Professor Uncle Taught Him About Nukes
The president told reporters he used to discuss nukes with his uncle "all the time."
Did Trump and Kim Make History?
The U.S. president said more points were agreed upon after the document was signed.
Spain Opens Port to Rescue Vessel Stranded at Sea
The Italian interior minister, far-right leader Matteo Salvini, tweeted "Victory!" after the Spanish prime minister offered the ship safe harbor to end the standoff.
Kim Jong Un Takes Selfie During Night Out in Singapore
Singapore foreign minister Vivian Balakrishnan took the North Korean leader and his sister on a sightseeing tour of the island state.
Donald Trump Meets Kim Jong Un: Who Is in the Room?
The two leaders will have a private chat for two hours.
Did North Korea Kidnap a U.S. Citizen in China?
David Sneddon's parents hope the Singapore summit could help bring their son home.
French 'Spiderman' Arrested for Climbing Skyscraper
Urban freeclimber Alain Robert got to the 75th floor of the 123-storey building before surrendering.
California Voters Recall Judge Aaron Persky
Turner was facing 14 years in prison for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman, but Persky sentenced him to only six months.
Death of Japan's Wealthy Womanizer Treated as Murder
Kosuke Nozaki's 22-year-old wife found him collapsed on the sofa of his bedroom last month. Police are now treating the death as suspicious.
Singapore Banks on Summit With Trump-Kim Handshake Coin
The Singapore Mint has produced coins in gold, silver and nickel.
Where Will Trump and Kim Meet?
The island Sentosa was named for the Malay word for "peace" and "tranquility."
North Korea's Kim Jong Un Replaces Military Leaders
The change of guard brings a younger generation of military officials to the forefront.
Italy's New Government Realizes Steve Bannon's Dream
Nearly three months since the vote, Italy's new prime minister—an academic with no political experience—will lead a team of the predominantly male, populist and euroskeptic.
Ireland's Next Vote Will Decide a Woman's Place
"The State recognizes that by her life within the home, woman gives to the State a support without which the common good cannot be achieved," an article in the country's constitution reads.
Southern Baptist Leader Paige Patterson Fired
Earlier this month, more than 2,000 Evangelical women signed an open letter condemning his "unbiblical" remarks.
Does Kim Jong Un Even Like Burgers?
North Koreans are already having their burgers, and eating them too.
Mike Pompeo Dines With North Korea's Kim Yong Chol
The U.S. secretary of state and North Korean general broke bread in New York City Wednesday while working to salvage the summit.
Philippines' Duterte Threatens War in South China Sea
Duterte has recently faced criticism for his silence about China's increasingly aggressive posture in the disputed waters.
Mexican President Tweets at Trump About the Wall, Again
Trump told a campaign-style rally in Tennessee on Tuesday that Mexico was going to pay for the wall and "enjoy it."
Birth Control Pills Recalled Over Pregnancy Risk
Some of Allergan's Taytulla birth control pill packages feature four placebos placed in the wrong order.
Army Teaches African Rangers to Fight Ivory Poachers
The program aims to protect elephants and black rhinos in East Africa.
France 'Insults' African Nation Gifting Them Donkeys
The French ambassador denounced the critics as "trolls."
Senior North Korean Official Headed to U.S.
Kim Yong Chol was included in a U.S. list of sanctioned individuals in 2015 after being accused of approving the Sony hack.
Passengers Climb Onto Plane Wing After Bomb Claim
Ten people were injured as they disembarked the aircraft through the window exits.
