Malaysia Weighs Anti-Bullying Law After Outcry Over Teen's Death
Zara Qairina Mahathir's death almost a month ago has rocked the Southeast Asian nation and prompted thousands to take to the streets. She was found unconscious in a drain by her school dormitory in Sabah, which is expected to hold a state election this year.
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