South China Sea

In isolated South China Sea territory, Filipino fisherman see ‘dwindling catch’

Islanders on Pag-asa (Thitu Island) blame Chinese, Vietnamese ships’ use of dynamite, cyanide for destroying coral reefs.

Thailand

Thai lower house approves final reading of same-sex marriage bill

The landmark legislation still requires approval from the conservative-leaning Senate and endorsement from the king.

Indonesia

Angry Indonesians in Aceh again storm a shelter, push Rohingya out

Human rights activists say misinformation and fake news about the persecuted Myanmar minority are influencing Acehnese.

Thailand

Thais are wondering: What’s up with PM Srettha’s digital wallet scheme?

A promised multi-billion baht program to give cash handouts to citizens has yet to take off.

Indonesia

Losing Indonesian presidential candidates ask Constitutional Court to throw out Prabowo’s victory

The president-elect and his team say the plaintiffs did not present proof of a tainted election.

Thailand

Thai lower house approves final reading of same-sex marriage bill

The landmark legislation still requires approval from the conservative-leaning Senate and endorsement from the king.

He crafts these boats single-handedly

They protect a historic Christ statue in one of the world’s biggest Catholic processions

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