Asia Compact | 20.02.2013, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 20.02.2013 | 19:00 UTC Asia Society Elderly transgender people find a home in Jakarta Traditionally, the elderly in Indonesia are cared for by their families. But that's not the case for transgender people, who often have nowhere to go. A new home created specially for them is about to change that. A home for Indonesia's elderly transgender people Activists press for decriminalization of sex work Taiwan's gays hope for a 'Marriage Revolution' Vietnam's capital holds first gay pride parade Afghanistan New priorities for the Taliban For the first time in six years, the number of civilian deaths in Afghanistan has dropped. At the same time, however, Taliban insurgents have increased their attacks on the government. ISAF spokesman: 'We respect Karzai's decisions' More Shiite killings in Pakistan spark outrage Afghans skeptical of Obama troop withdrawal Society Wives duped and dumped by 'holiday grooms' For many Indian and Pakistani women, the chance to marry a foreign husband, and a possible new life in the West, sounds like a dream come true. Often, the reality is all too different. Report highlights shortcomings of life as a mother in India India struggles to improve justice for women Pakistani women continue to fight gender inequality Soccer Champions League finds its feet in Pakistan Pakistan is known more for its love of cricket than a passion for football. However, an increasing number of soccer fans there are following this season's Champions League more closely than any test match. Seeking India's future soccer stars Slum Soccer gives poor children in India hope Former Afghan soccer star spots hopefuls for his country in Germany More DW More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013