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Cambodia's Shocking Rates of Deforestation to Blame for Climate Emergency
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- Published on Saturday, 20 July 2019 10:00
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Top image by Chris Humphrey.
As the impacts of climate change become more apparent worldwide, members of the public are connecting more weather events to the phenomenon.
High-Speed Railway Connecting Bangkok to China in the Works
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- Published on Wednesday, 17 July 2019 09:30
- Written by Urbanist Hanoi.
The modern bullet train system will take Bangkokians to Laos and China from Bang Sue.
Hong Kong: How China's ‘One Country, Two Systems’ Model Is Being Reshaped
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- Published on Wednesday, 10 July 2019 13:00
- Written by Niki J.P. Alsford.
Protest organizers in Hong Kong claim that nearly two million people, most clad in black and many carrying white flowers as a symbol of mourning, took to the streets on June 16 as demonstrations continued over proposed changes to extradition law. With a total population of just over seven million, it was an extraordinary show of grassroots politics.
[Video] Disney Releases Adorable Short Set in Thailand's Floating Markets
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- Published on Monday, 08 July 2019 16:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
It's fried rice versus pineapple when Micky and Minnie Mouse battle in this Walt Disney short that has spawned a variety of memes.
Jakarta's Own Citizens Are Suing Their Government Over Air Pollution
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- Published on Monday, 08 July 2019 10:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
Fed up with air quality that ranks among the worst in the world, 31 Jakarta residents have sued seven Indonesian government bodies — including the presidential office, Jakarta’s gubernatorial office and the Ministry of Environment — hoping to raise awareness and establish tangible changes.
[Photos] How One of Malaysia’s Last Nomadic Tribes Suffers From Societal Neglect
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- Published on Saturday, 06 July 2019 11:00
- Written by Chris Humphrey. Photos by Chris Humphrey.
The semi-nomadic Batek, who live in Kuala Koh Village beside Peninsular Malaysia’s Taman Negara National Park, made global headlines recently after their community was torn apart by pollution, disease and, ultimately, societal neglect.
ASEAN Countries Confirm Bid to Co-Host FIFA World Cup 2034
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- Published on Wednesday, 26 June 2019 10:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
On June 22, a meeting between representatives of ten ASEAN countries was held to discuss the prospect of co-hosting the FIFA World Cup.
246 Illegal Vietnamese Workers Arrested in Taiwan
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- Published on Monday, 24 June 2019 13:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
Taiwan continues its crackdown against illegal workers in the country that began in January.
The Startup That's Bringing Abandoned Bikes to Burmese Children
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- Published on Saturday, 08 June 2019 09:58
- Written by Saigoneer.
As ofo and oBike bumble towards bankruptcy, thousands of bicycles are finding their way to poor communities in Myanmar.
Hong Kong Transport Authorities Ban, Then Unban Ad Showing Gay Couple
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- Published on Friday, 24 May 2019 12:11
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Cathay Pacific ad depicts two well-dressed gentlemen strolling hand-in-hand down the beach accompanied by the phrase "move beyond labels" as part of a larger inclusivity campaign.
Taiwan Becomes First in Asia to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
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- Published on Monday, 20 May 2019 11:00
- Written by Saigoneer.
It's been an emotional week for Taiwan's same-sex couples.
