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.
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.
Will 'Gangnam Style' Singer Psy Perform in North Korea?
The singer who nearly broke YouTube could be too much for Kim Jong Un's regime to handle.
Malaysia's Anti-Fake-News Bill Sparks Censorship Fears
The bill proposed jail sentences and hefty fines for anyone found guilty of publishing fake news.
Emma González Targeted by Smear Campaign
A picture of the activist was altered to show her destroying the U.S. Constitution.
Polish Women Revamp Protest Against 'Stop Abortion' Law
The law would force women to carry out pregnancies even in the event of serious or fatal fetal anomaly.
All Computers Will Turn Off To Force Staff To Leave
South Korea is trying to fight its workaholic culture.
Leftist Presidential Candidate Leads Polls in Mexico
The latest poll shows the leader of the left-wing Morena Party has the support of 42 percent of the electorate.
Pope Francis Comforts Marielle Franco's Family
The pontiff responded to a letter written by Franco's daughter.
Google Doodle Celebrates Scientist Katsuko Saruhashi
An award in her name, the Saruhashi Prize, honors female scientists for distinguished research in natural sciences.
Man Sues Over Malaysian Flag Mistaken for ISIS Symbol
Complaint filed by the ACLU said the aerospace engineer was left feeling distressed and humiliated.
Madsen Can't Describe Dismembering Kim Wall's Body
The prosecutor tried to establish a sexual motive for the murder.
Trump Had Nothing to Do With Talks, North Korea Says
The state-controlled news agency commentary is the first official acknowledgement of a thawing in relations with the U.S.
Obama in New Zealand Avoids Kiwi Press Pack
On Obama's agenda is an invitation-only dinner for 1,000 people, a meeting with prime minister Jacinda Ardern and more than one round of golf.
Man Wins Gender Discrimination Lawsuit
Peter Franzmayr could not accept that a female official whose application was ranked 0.25 percent lower than his would get the job.
Seoul's Weapon of Mass Seduction Targets North Korea
Pyongyang is set to welcome 160 singers from South Korea.
Japan Cult Behind Deadly Sarin Attack Faces Execution
The attack in Tokyo's subway killed 13 people and injured 6,000 others.
British Man Sentenced in 'Dirty Dancing' Case
Daniel Jones was one of 87 foreigners arrested in a raid at the "Let's Get Wet" pool party in Cambodia's Siem Reap province.
Pope Francis Compares Prostitution to Torture
The pontiff also told young people to fight to end sex trafficking.
9/11 Rescuer Dies of Cancer, Remembered as Hero
At least 173 FDNY responders have died of illnesses related to the operation at Ground Zero 16 years ago.
Kim Jong Un 'Gave His Word' on Denuclearization: Seoul
President Trump has agreed to meet the North Korean leader for talks.
The Queen Has Formally Approved Prince Harry's Wedding
The British monarch has to formally consent to the wedding of the first six people in line to the throne.