The Day Myanmar Fought for Democracy
By Wei Yan Aung THE IRRAWADDYAung 8 August 2019 Exactly 31 years ago, a democratic uprising took off in Rangoon that would sweep the country but end with a bloody […]
‘Malaysia in their blood’: Dutch twins create lookalike Proton Wira taxi to race on iconic German circuit
BY MARK RYAN RAJ MALAY MAIL Friday, Aug 7, 2020 Jochem and Ruben have always had a soft spot for our country and aims to make Malaysia proud with their […]
Cambodia-India trade on the rise
Khmer Times August 6, 2020 PHNOM PENH – Bilateral trade between Cambodia and India are on a significant rise while the two countries are moving forward to the free trade […]
Hanoi to host cultural events to mark 1010th anniversary of its foundation
Nhat Minh THE HANOI TIMES Fri, Aug 7, 2020 Hanoi will host a series of cultural activities to mark 1010 years of Thang Long – Hanoi. Photo: daidoanket HANOI – […]
Former Malaysia PMDr Mahathir announces new ‘independent’ Malay party
BY DANIAL DZULKIFLY MALAY MAIL Fri, Aug 7, 2020 Dr Mahathir said the party, which has yet to be named, would be referred to as ‘Bebas’ for now. — Picture […]
Malaysia bags 14 medals in World Championship of Performing Arts
By SYLVIA LOOI Malay Mail Mon, August 3, 2020 Some of the Malaysian participants for the 24th World Championship of Performing Arts. — Courtesy photo from Romli Bidin KUALA LUMPUR […]
Many Indonesians fed up with political dynasties: ‘Kompas’ survey
Ivany Atina Arbi The Jakarta Post Tue, August 4, 2020 JAKARTA – Many Indonesians are fed up with Indonesia’s thriving political dynasties, a recent survey by the Research and Development Department […]
Posters commemorating the ’88 Popular Uprising in Myanmar
The Irrawaddy Thu, August 6, 2020 (Photo: Htet Wai / The Irrawaddy) YANGON – Posters commemorating the ’88 Popular Uprising are erected in downtown Yangon on Wednesday ahead of the […]
Meet Rusameekae, Thailand’s Half-Black LGBT Star
By Asaree Thaitrakulpanich Khaosod English Thu, August 6, 2020 Rusameekae Fagerlund. Photo: Rusameekae / Facebook and Instagram BANGKOK — “I’ve never seen a negro toot!” a market stall lady shouted […]
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