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For martial law victims in Philippines, another Marcos presidency is unthinkable
For martial law victims in Philippines, another Marcos presidency is unthinkable 2022-05-06

Meanwhile, Muslim leaders in the south are split over support for late dictator’s namesake who is the frontrunner ahead of May 9 polls.

Victim of Philippine dictator angry as son leads polls
2022-05-06

Former political prisoner Cristina Bawagan still has the dress she wore the day she was arrested, tortured and sexually abused by soldiers during the brutal ...

Prayuth to attend US-ASEAN summit; won’t take sides in Ukraine war
Prayuth to attend US-ASEAN summit; won’t take sides in Ukraine war 2022-05-06

President Biden is pushing member nations to align over Russian invasion, China relations, analysts say.

After more firms quit, Myanmar junta claims Russia to enter energy industry
After more firms quit, Myanmar junta claims Russia to enter energy industry 2022-05-06

Recent exit of three companies from gas field looks bad for junta, which “craves international recognition,” says analyst.

ASEAN envoy says he will visit Myanmar in ‘next few weeks’
ASEAN envoy says he will visit Myanmar in ‘next few weeks’ 2022-05-06

The envoy, Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, would be making his second visit after a trip in March.

Final campaign rallies bring Manila to standstill
Final campaign rallies bring Manila to standstill 2022-05-07

Hundreds of thousands of supporters of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his closest rival, Leni Robredo, clog Philippine capital’s streets.

How Christmas is celebrated in the Philippines with lanterns
2023-12-24

Christmas in the Philippines wouldn’t be Christmas without the parol, a traditional lantern that has now evolved to versions with LED lights, with some ...

More than 100 Rohingya relocated after Indonesian students stormed their shelter in Aceh
2023-12-27

Hundreds of university students in Indonesia’s Aceh province stormed a temporary shelter for more than a hundred Rohingya, calling for their deportation after ...

New Climate-Resilient Housing Is Revolutionizing Lives in Bengal Delta
2023-12-29

An innovative housing solution,"tiny house," is helping alleviate the effects of flooding caused by climate change in Bangladesh. These two-floor homes, built ...

BRN rebels deal blow to Thai hopes for Buddhist Lent ceasefire
BRN rebels deal blow to Thai hopes for Buddhist Lent ceasefire 2022-08-21

Apart from last week’s coordinated attacks, peace talks took a sour turn, security analyst Don Pathan writes.

Philippine schools welcome 20M students back after more than 2 years 2022-08-22

Parents express excitement for their children’s return to classrooms, anxiety over the pandemic.

Guantanamo court sets pre-trial hearing for suspects in Bali bombings
Guantanamo court sets pre-trial hearing for suspects in Bali bombings 2022-08-22

Held at a U.S. military prison in Cuba since 2006, the trio have been in court only once.

Prison for ex-PM Najib as top court upholds guilty verdict in 1MDB-linked case
Prison for ex-PM Najib as top court upholds guilty verdict in 1MDB-linked case 2022-08-23

Former leader has been sentenced to 12 years for abuse of power, criminal breach of trust and money-laundering.

China likely to beef up navy with aircraft carriers, submarines
China likely to beef up navy with aircraft carriers, submarines 2022-08-23

A U.S. report says Beijing could add bombers, fighter aircraft in the next decade.

Court suspends Thai PM Prayuth until it decides on his term limit
Court suspends Thai PM Prayuth until it decides on his term limit 2022-08-24

The court is weighing a petition by opposition lawmakers who say the constitution restricts a prime minister to eight years in office.

Refugees: ARSA rebels threaten Rohingya leaders who push for repatriation
Refugees: ARSA rebels threaten Rohingya leaders who push for repatriation 2022-08-24

Residents of sprawling refugee camps along Bangladesh’s border with Myanmar say crime and violence are spreading.

UMNO move to back jailed Najib may make party stronger, analysts say
UMNO move to back jailed Najib may make party stronger, analysts say 2022-08-24

Party will push narrative that Najib was victimized, which may gain it voters’ sympathy, they say.

Show of support for Ukraine by Philippines-based foreign envoys angers Moscow
Show of support for Ukraine by Philippines-based foreign envoys angers Moscow 2022-08-25

In a joint statement, diplomats from mostly Western countries deplore the Russian invasion.

Rohingya rally for repatriation on 5th anniversary of brutal crackdown
Rohingya rally for repatriation on 5th anniversary of brutal crackdown 2022-08-25

Thousands adopt the slogan “Hope is Home,” during demonstrations in Bangladesh camps.

Derailed: China-funded project stalls, becomes burden for southern Philippine residents
Derailed: China-funded project stalls, becomes burden for southern Philippine residents 2022-08-26

Mindanao Railway Project in southern Philippines has left many locals in debt and in a state of uncertainty.

Rohingya man in Indonesia: Life is sometimes ‘unbearable’
Rohingya man in Indonesia: Life is sometimes ‘unbearable’ 2022-08-26

Refugees receive a small U.N. stipend, but are not legally allowed to work or attend formal schools.

Analysts: Malaysian govt moving up budget debate signals possible snap polls
Analysts: Malaysian govt moving up budget debate signals possible snap polls 2022-08-26

A general election could be held this year “before the late December annual flooding season,” one analyst says.

Bangladesh halts construction of elevated bus line following deadly collapse
Bangladesh halts construction of elevated bus line following deadly collapse 2022-08-26

Chinese contractor is ordered to ensure safety after five died when girder crushed their car.

Mekong treasures: Tiny shrew mole, fanged furry hedgehog among new discoveries
Mekong treasures: Tiny shrew mole, fanged furry hedgehog among new discoveries 2024-12-16

Research in remote locations, genetic studies, ‘museum mining’ help identify unknown species of plants, animals.

Filipina drugs convict nearly executed in Indonesia to return home Dec. 18
Filipina drugs convict nearly executed in Indonesia to return home Dec. 18 2024-12-16

Five Australian drug convicts were repatriated Sunday, but reciprocity will apply in future transfers of foreign prisoners, Indonesian official says.

Critics decry as undemocratic Indonesian president’s proposal to end direct local polls
Critics decry as undemocratic Indonesian president’s proposal to end direct local polls 2024-12-16

Increasing transparency in campaign finance is a better way to save money than changing electoral system, they say.

Buildings ‘pancaked’ in Vanuatu as 7.3 magnitude quake hits off capital Port Vila
Buildings ‘pancaked’ in Vanuatu as 7.3 magnitude quake hits off capital Port Vila 2024-12-17

Witnesses have appealed for help, describing chaotic scenes, widespread damage and people trapped in the rubble.

Myanmar court suspends jail sentences for Thai fishermen
Myanmar court suspends jail sentences for Thai fishermen 2024-12-17

Another 27 Myanmar crew members were jailed for four years, a group said.

Myanmar and Thailand to discuss disputed militia posts on border
Myanmar and Thailand to discuss disputed militia posts on border 2024-12-17

The ethnic Wa militia’s refusal to abandon its nine outposts has raised fears of conflict with Thailand.

Rural Thai children face a reading crisis through little access to books
Rural Thai children face a reading crisis through little access to books 2024-12-17

More than seven out of 10 youths and adults in rural Thailand struggle with “foundational” literacy, the World Bank recently reported.

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