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Last week saw the Thai king’s mistress crawling towards the monarch’s feet like a snail to be named as a key adviser.
Thailand’s king,...
Scientists Turn Durian Husks Into Antibacterial Bandage
Who would think that a smelly and non-appetizing fruit to most people can become a lifesaver? Singapore scientists invented an odor-free and eco-friendly antibacterial...
Scandals take shine off Asean’s rosy economic future
US vessels in the South China Post. Source: Wikimedia
Despite the optimism about regional economic growth, expressed in the form of the new Asean Economic Community,...
Thai sex trade in spotlight
It took an unguarded remark from a Gambian minister to send Thailand into a bout of soul-searching this week about its reputation as a...
The shadow of succession
Crown Prince Vajiralongkorn during last year’s cycling campaign to bolster support for the heir to the throne. Source: Wikimedia
Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej marked 70...
Rights crushed as election looms
Prime Minister Hun Sen and his Cambodian People’s Party are looking to retain power in next year's general election and the inevitable consequence is...
Thailand addresses tourist hangover
One of Thailand’s Similan islands. Source: Wikimedia
The closure of Thailand’s Koh Tachai indefinitely from October due to fears that tourism is trashing the island's...
Spotlight shines on secretive Wa
United Wa State Army troops. Source: YouTube
Claims that some of the planet's biggest corporations source raw materials from the pariah Wa state on Myanmar's...
Meth crisis will only get worse
Myanmar's Shan State supplies methamphetamines to the planet and exports are due to rise as billions are channelled into improving regional infrastructure, the Brussels-based...
Malaysia’s overflowing inbox
Malaysia's rulers juggle many cultural sensitivities. Source: Flickr
Most of Malaysia’s ruling coalition will be pleased to see a busy year ahead with the federation...
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