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.
Video: Mother's Day Hero Shoots Gunman Outside a School
State authorities praised the off-duty officer's "technically perfect" response.
Kilauea Volcano Evacuation: Lava Flows From New Fissure
The fissure opened Sunday evening on private property near Halekamahina Loop Road.
Watching Soccer With Kim Jong Un
The International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach met North Korea's reclusive leader in 2018.
Eurovision Fights Back Against China's LGBT Censorship
"This is Eurovision, it's inclusive of every single person," one of the show presenters said.
Kelly: Trump Embarrassed by Mueller Probe
White House Chief of Staff John Kelly discussed the president's feelings in an interview with NPR.
John Kelly Reveals His Only Regret in White House Job
White House chief of staff says he spends up to eight hours a day in President Donald Trump's company.
104-year-old Scientist Ends Own Life in Switzerland
Australian botanist and ecologist David Goodall's procedure took place today.
North Korean Prisoner Released Surprised Trump
"Frankly we didn't think it was going to happen," he said.
Trump, Melania Greet U.S. North Korea Prisoners
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo flew back from Pyongyang with the three American citizens.
Italy's Next Leader Could be a Woman for the First Time
President Sergio Mattarella is considering nominating a "neutral government" to break political deadlock resulting from the March elections.
Mike Pompeo Doesn't Seem to Know Kim Jong Un's Surname
The secretary of state returned to North Korea to negotiate the American prisoners' release.
Why Do Rome Buses Keep Bursting into Flames?
Two buses burst into flames in two different parts of town on Tuesday, the ninth and tenth such incident since the beginning of the year.
Kim Jong Un Wants to Open Korean Skies to His Planes
Pyongyang has asked Seoul to open a new international flight route.
Israel Serves Japanese Prime Minister Dessert in a Shoe
It's considered a faux pas to wear shoes inside the house in Japan, never mind on the table.
Grimes Attends Met Gala as Elon Musk's Date
The tech billionaire professed his love for the musician's work on Twitter.
Evangelical Women Decry Southern Baptist Leader's Views
An open letter condemns Patterson for advising spouses to stay in abusive relationships and "sexually" objectifying teenagers.
Clinton Thought About Moving to New Zealand After Loss
The former Democratic presidential candidate met with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern before giving a talk at a sold-out event with a minimum ticket price of $130.
How to Watch Melania Trump's News Conference
The first lady will announce her agenda in her first presser from the White House's iconic Rose Garden.
Carnival Cruise Ship Returns to Port After Water Leak
Footage of the water leak prompted comparisons to scenes from the movie "Titanic," but this trip had a happy ending.
NRA-Targeted Dallas Restaurant Responds to Vitriol
The lobby group called for a boycott of the eatery because it claimed support for gun regulations on its receipts.
King Tut's Tomb Offers No Clues to Finding Nefertiti
There is no "secret chamber" in the Pharaoh's 3,000-year-old grave, geophysicists concluded.
North Korean Defectors Will Defy Border Propaganda Ban
The two Korean leaders agreed last Friday to cease the launch of propaganda leaflets across the border.
Kansas and Oklahoma Pass Anti-LGBT Adoption Bills
Faith-based adoption agencies will be able to discriminate against same-sex couples without losing state grants or contracts.
What Next for U.S. Troops in South Korea?
President Trump's ambivalence toward the Unites States Forces Korea (USFK) is in stark contrast with Seoul's position.
Italian Cities Are Fighting Against Mass Tourism
Venice recently began experimenting with barriers to regulate access to some of its attractions—and other cities may follow suit.
104-Year-Old Scientist Travels to Switzerland to Die
The crowdfunder for David Goodall's final journey exceeded its target, raising more than 20,000 Australian dollars ($15,000).
Pollution and Insects Faces Are Ruining the Taj Mahal
The country's Supreme Court scolded government agencies for failing to look after the World Heritage site.
South Koreans Are Reading Kim Jong Un's Lips
Kim appeared to say he married his wife after his father told him to.
Airport Cleaner Discovers Seven Gold Bars in the Trash
South Korea operates a "finders keepers" law on lost and found property.
U.S. Forces Will Stay in Korea Even After Peace Treaty
The U.S. Forces Korea hold regular military drills with the South Korean army.