Search results 48 items matching your search terms. Relevance Date (newest first) Past 24 Hours Past 7 Days Past 60 Days Last 12 Months Earthquake in Papua New Guinea destroys hundreds of homes 2024-03-24 The Pacific island country is still recovering from widespread flooding and deadly landslides. Thailand delivers first aid shipment to Myanmar via new humanitarian corridor 2024-03-25 The foreign ministry is sending aid to 20,000 residents of war-torn Kayin state. Philippines summons China envoy to protest ‘aggressive actions’ in South China Sea 2024-03-25 Chinese water cannon blasts hurt three Filipino crew members and caused damage to a Philippine vessel, Manila says. Indonesian military apologizes to Papuans, detains soldiers linked to tortured civilian 2024-03-25 Officials said 13 troops are in custody, but alleged that the victim, two others planned to commit arson. UN report: Migrants abused by ‘military, police, smugglers, criminal gangs’ 2024-03-26 Investigators spoke to thousands of refugees, including Rohingya, in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Indonesia recovers bodies of 11 Rohingya from capsized boat off Aceh coast 2024-03-25 Seventy-five people were rescued last week and brought to shore after their wooden boat overturned. Chinese scammers in Myanmar move trafficking victims to casino in rebel territory 2024-03-25 The move comes amid rumors of a crackdown on gangs in towns along the Thai border. Malaysia charges convenience store owner, supplier over ‘Allah’ socks 2024-03-26 Prosecutors say the defendants hurt religious feelings by selling socks emblazoned with the word ‘Allah.' Filipino bishops battle Beijing in maritime dispute 2024-03-26 In an unusually combative exhortation, the Catholic priests also called on the Marcos administration to take a firmer stance. Like father, like son? Ex-Philippine president’s son warns he’ll ‘kill’ drug dealers 2024-03-26 The declaration by Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte alarms human rights advocates. US Coast Guard expands its Pacific reach with Harriet Lane deployment 2024-03-26 The deployment of the medium-endurance cutter to the Pacific will help police the region’s vast fisheries. Thai lower house approves final reading of same-sex marriage bill 2024-03-27 The landmark legislation still requires approval from the conservative-leaning Senate and endorsement from the king. Losing Indonesian presidential candidates ask Constitutional Court to throw out Prabowo’s victory 2024-03-27 The president-elect and his team say the plaintiffs did not present proof of a tainted election. Thais are wondering: What’s up with PM Srettha’s digital wallet scheme? 2024-03-27 A promised multi-billion baht program to give cash handouts to citizens has yet to take off. Fiji state prosecutor appeals former prime minister’s ‘lenient’ sentence 2024-03-28 A conviction would bar former Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama from election to Parliament for nearly a decade. A no man’s land is key to unlocking a 20-year spat between Thailand, Cambodia 2024-03-28 Resuming discussions could lead to more resources in energy-starved nations. In isolated South China Sea territory, Filipino fisherman see ‘dwindling catch’ 2024-03-28 Islanders on Pag-asa (Thitu Island) blame Chinese, Vietnamese ships’ use of dynamite, cyanide for destroying coral reefs. Bangladesh police drop 2 prime suspects in union leader’s beating death 2024-03-28 Labor leaders plan to ask higher court to reinstate charges in Shahidul Islam killing case. Rohingya activists call for more control of aid money 2024-03-28 But USAID says there’s not much money left for the 1.2 million refugees after their $10 monthly food ration. He crafts these boats single-handedly 2024-03-19 Yusof bin Nawi, or Pak Usop, has been crafting large traditional wooden fishing boats for almost 30 years now. Because of a lack of skillful helpers, he’s had ... Angry Indonesians in Aceh again storm a shelter, push Rohingya out 2024-03-27 Human rights activists say misinformation and fake news about the persecuted Myanmar minority are influencing Acehnese. Vietnamese police track down Montagnards in Thailand 2024-03-15 They tried to persuade them to return to Vietnam, saying they would be safe, but asylum-seekers were skeptical. US military plans $400M upgrade to Yap’s airport in western Pacific 2024-03-17 The proposal adds to other significant expansion of U.S. military infrastructure in the Pacific. Marcos condemns ‘cowardly ambush’ of Philippine troops 2024-03-18 President, military chief promise swift justice for four killed after delivering food for Iftar. Hundreds protest in Jakarta demanding president’s ouster for alleged interference in election 2024-03-18 Joko “Jokowi” Widodo meddled and showed favoritism in last month’s polls, agitators and other critics said. UN rapporteur for Myanmar: Thailand taking hard look at situation 2024-03-18 In an interview, Tom Andrews talks with BenarNews affiliate Radio Free Asia about recent Thai Parliament seminar on Myanmar. Thailand Election Commission petitions court to disband Move Forward Party 2024-03-18 Party, former leader Pita Limjaroenrat tried to overthrow the “democratic regime” under monarchy, commission official says. Blinken meets Marcos, stresses ‘ironclad’ support for Philippines in South China Sea 2024-03-19 Top American diplomat visits Manila to lay groundwork for trilateral talks among the U.S, Philippines and Japan. Thai illegal surrogacy ringleader, 3 others sentenced to 50 years 2024-03-19 The organization recruited Thai women to deliver babies where prospective parents paid thousands of dollars. Tech giants removed 12M posts spreading disinformation on Indonesian election 2024-03-19 TikTok and Google, which owns YouTube, eliminated content of their own accord, communication minister says. 1 2 Next 18 items
Search results 48 items matching your search terms. Relevance Date (newest first) Past 24 Hours Past 7 Days Past 60 Days Last 12 Months Earthquake in Papua New Guinea destroys hundreds of homes 2024-03-24 The Pacific island country is still recovering from widespread flooding and deadly landslides. Thailand delivers first aid shipment to Myanmar via new humanitarian corridor 2024-03-25 The foreign ministry is sending aid to 20,000 residents of war-torn Kayin state. Philippines summons China envoy to protest ‘aggressive actions’ in South China Sea 2024-03-25 Chinese water cannon blasts hurt three Filipino crew members and caused damage to a Philippine vessel, Manila says. Indonesian military apologizes to Papuans, detains soldiers linked to tortured civilian 2024-03-25 Officials said 13 troops are in custody, but alleged that the victim, two others planned to commit arson. UN report: Migrants abused by ‘military, police, smugglers, criminal gangs’ 2024-03-26 Investigators spoke to thousands of refugees, including Rohingya, in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Indonesia recovers bodies of 11 Rohingya from capsized boat off Aceh coast 2024-03-25 Seventy-five people were rescued last week and brought to shore after their wooden boat overturned. Chinese scammers in Myanmar move trafficking victims to casino in rebel territory 2024-03-25 The move comes amid rumors of a crackdown on gangs in towns along the Thai border. Malaysia charges convenience store owner, supplier over ‘Allah’ socks 2024-03-26 Prosecutors say the defendants hurt religious feelings by selling socks emblazoned with the word ‘Allah.' Filipino bishops battle Beijing in maritime dispute 2024-03-26 In an unusually combative exhortation, the Catholic priests also called on the Marcos administration to take a firmer stance. Like father, like son? Ex-Philippine president’s son warns he’ll ‘kill’ drug dealers 2024-03-26 The declaration by Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte alarms human rights advocates. US Coast Guard expands its Pacific reach with Harriet Lane deployment 2024-03-26 The deployment of the medium-endurance cutter to the Pacific will help police the region’s vast fisheries. Thai lower house approves final reading of same-sex marriage bill 2024-03-27 The landmark legislation still requires approval from the conservative-leaning Senate and endorsement from the king. Losing Indonesian presidential candidates ask Constitutional Court to throw out Prabowo’s victory 2024-03-27 The president-elect and his team say the plaintiffs did not present proof of a tainted election. Thais are wondering: What’s up with PM Srettha’s digital wallet scheme? 2024-03-27 A promised multi-billion baht program to give cash handouts to citizens has yet to take off. Fiji state prosecutor appeals former prime minister’s ‘lenient’ sentence 2024-03-28 A conviction would bar former Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama from election to Parliament for nearly a decade. A no man’s land is key to unlocking a 20-year spat between Thailand, Cambodia 2024-03-28 Resuming discussions could lead to more resources in energy-starved nations. In isolated South China Sea territory, Filipino fisherman see ‘dwindling catch’ 2024-03-28 Islanders on Pag-asa (Thitu Island) blame Chinese, Vietnamese ships’ use of dynamite, cyanide for destroying coral reefs. Bangladesh police drop 2 prime suspects in union leader’s beating death 2024-03-28 Labor leaders plan to ask higher court to reinstate charges in Shahidul Islam killing case. Rohingya activists call for more control of aid money 2024-03-28 But USAID says there’s not much money left for the 1.2 million refugees after their $10 monthly food ration. He crafts these boats single-handedly 2024-03-19 Yusof bin Nawi, or Pak Usop, has been crafting large traditional wooden fishing boats for almost 30 years now. Because of a lack of skillful helpers, he’s had ... Angry Indonesians in Aceh again storm a shelter, push Rohingya out 2024-03-27 Human rights activists say misinformation and fake news about the persecuted Myanmar minority are influencing Acehnese. Vietnamese police track down Montagnards in Thailand 2024-03-15 They tried to persuade them to return to Vietnam, saying they would be safe, but asylum-seekers were skeptical. US military plans $400M upgrade to Yap’s airport in western Pacific 2024-03-17 The proposal adds to other significant expansion of U.S. military infrastructure in the Pacific. Marcos condemns ‘cowardly ambush’ of Philippine troops 2024-03-18 President, military chief promise swift justice for four killed after delivering food for Iftar. Hundreds protest in Jakarta demanding president’s ouster for alleged interference in election 2024-03-18 Joko “Jokowi” Widodo meddled and showed favoritism in last month’s polls, agitators and other critics said. UN rapporteur for Myanmar: Thailand taking hard look at situation 2024-03-18 In an interview, Tom Andrews talks with BenarNews affiliate Radio Free Asia about recent Thai Parliament seminar on Myanmar. Thailand Election Commission petitions court to disband Move Forward Party 2024-03-18 Party, former leader Pita Limjaroenrat tried to overthrow the “democratic regime” under monarchy, commission official says. Blinken meets Marcos, stresses ‘ironclad’ support for Philippines in South China Sea 2024-03-19 Top American diplomat visits Manila to lay groundwork for trilateral talks among the U.S, Philippines and Japan. Thai illegal surrogacy ringleader, 3 others sentenced to 50 years 2024-03-19 The organization recruited Thai women to deliver babies where prospective parents paid thousands of dollars. Tech giants removed 12M posts spreading disinformation on Indonesian election 2024-03-19 TikTok and Google, which owns YouTube, eliminated content of their own accord, communication minister says. 1 2 Next 18 items