What archeological, linguistic and genetic studies indicate about the encounter of Aryans with the Harappan civilisation.

Islamic extremists like Hamas believe the Quran calls them to subjugate or kill non-Muslims, and to bring the entire world to heel under the boot of Sharia law. In pursuit of this goal, Islamic ...

According to Syria's personal status law, the minimum age of marriage for girls is 16, whereas the law does not regulate this matter under Egypt's new charter. In contrast to these marriages ...

When Thailand's long-awaited equal marriage law came into effect on Thursday, police officer Pisit "Kew" Sirihirunchai hoped to be among the first in line to marry his long-term partner Chanatip ...

Thailand has become the first country in Southeast Asia, and only the third in Asia, to legalise same-sex marriage. Thai actors Apiwat 'Porsch' Apiwatsayree, right, and Sappanyoo 'Arm' Panatkool ...

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Hundreds of same-sex couples are tying the knot across Thailand on Thursday as the country becomes the first in Southeast Asia to recognize marriage equality. The landmark bill marks a momentous ...

The couple said they can’t wait to formalize their union. They plan to register their marriage at a district office near their home on the very first day that the law allows. “I think I’ll ...

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The Egyptian kingdom’s unique character is its ... Demographic Progress Depends on the Age of Marriage This calculation reveals how much the age of marriage affects demographic progress.