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.
Janice Dickinson Testifies at Bill Cosby’s Trial
“I didn’t consent to this. Here was ‘America’s Dad,’ on top of me. A married man, father of five kids, on top of me,” the model said.
North Korea Doesn't Know It Got Pranked on April Fools
A self-described "hacktivist" created the @juche_school1 Twitter handle and named the account “Bloody Rocket Kim.”
Pregnant Singer Shot Dead While Performing
Samina Sindhu's death and the altercation that preceded it was caught on camera.
Trump’s Syria Missile Strike Threat Hurts Airlines
Kuwait Airways was the latest to announce a change in their flight routes to avoid potential rockets.
Why Did Trump Remove Chad From Travel Ban?
In a much-criticized decision, Chad was included in the travel ban mostly due to a lack of office supplies.
Doctors Remove Toothbrush From Man's Stomach
The 34-year-old's family and neighbors initially thought it was a prank.
China's 62-foot Emperor Falls Flat on Its Face
The hollow yet heavy metal structure bowed down to strong winds.
China's Xi Warns Trump of New Cold War—Again
The leader of the Communist Party of China positioned himself as a champion of free trade.
Kim Jong Un Breaks Silence on Trump Summit
Kim's reported speech mentioned the U.S. talks only in the English-language version of the state-run media.
Saudi Prince Has to Pay for Porn Movies: Lawsuit
Evidence in the case, obtained by Newsweek, was submitted to the the High Court earlier this month.
Syrian Regime 'Orchestrated and Toasted' Colvin's Death
A high-ranking defector's testimony details the regime's plan to target foreign journalists to silence independent reporting on the now seven-year-long conflict.
Bill Cosby Returns to Court for Sexual Assault Retrial
The June 2017 trial produced a hung jury, but the #MeToo movement may now tip the balance.
What Does Kim Jong Un Mean by 'Denuclearization'?
The two countries use the same term, but mean different things.
What We Know About Attack on Syria's Homs Airfield
The Pentagon has denied responsibility for the attack.
Hungary's Joke Party Is Dead Serious About The Election
No joke party takes itself quite so seriously as the Hungarian Two-Tailed Dog Party (MKKP).
Most South Korean Presidents Faced Troubled Downfalls
Park's seven predecessors had all been embroiled in some form of corruption scandal.
South Korean Singers Party in Pyongyang
The musicians talked about drinking with Kim Jong Un's closest aides.
China Gave North Korea Banned Luxury Gifts and Booze
The value of the gifts exceeds the limit allowed under U.N. sanctions.
Women Giving CPR in Sumo Ring Told to Get Out
Japan Sumo Association later issued an apology over the "inappropriate" response.
Bad Weather Forces U.S. and South Korea to Cancel Drill
The training is held every year as part of the Foul Eagle joint military drills.
Swastika on Nazi-Era Church Bell Secretly Removed
An anonymous confessional note left on the church door said the gesture was done out of concern for the village's peaceful community.
Quotes to Celebrate Maya Angelou's Birthday
Before her death in 2014, Dr. Angelou contributed countless memorable words to her readers, listeners and fans across the world.
Japan's Festival of the Steel Phallus, Demystified
The Kanamara Festival is held annually on the first Sunday of April and raises money for research into sexually-transmitted diseases.
North and South Korea Pick a Date for Historic Meeting
The first such meeting in 11 years will take place in April.
What Is Malala Doing in Pakistan? Activist Returns Home
The girls education activist said she that if it had been up to her, she would never have left.
Prince Harry Invites Army Friends to Royal Wedding
Members of regiments with a special connection to Prince Harry will perform ceremonial duties.
China Rolls Out Red Carpet for Kim Jong Un's First Trip
The North Korean dictator renewed his pledge to give up nuclear weapons on his first foreign trip as supreme leader.
Who Was Linda Brown? Civil Rights Activist Dies
Tributes have poured in for the activist, who fought against racial segregation in schools.
Paris Probes Holocaust Survivor's Killing As Hate Crime
The 85-year-old woman was stabbed 11 times and her body was set on fire.