Stories about East Asia from July, 2015
This Chinese Singer Dared to Publicly Propose to Her Boyfriend
"I have made up my mind, if you want to marry me now, just come to the stage."
Travel Back in Time With These Photos of Early 20th-Century Cambodia
We searched the online library of the French Archives and found rare images of Cambodia in the 1920s and 1930s.
The Risky Roller Coaster Ride That Is China's Stock Market
"I was hoping to use the money I earn from the stock market to fly to the US to see my friends. Now I won’t be going."
Malaysian Prime Minister’s Corruption Scandal Inspires Movie Memes
The hashtag #1MDBMovies appeared after a Wall Street Journal report alleged that 700 million US dollars was transferred into the bank accounts of Prime Minister Najib Razak.
Japan’s ‘Double’ Miss Universe Tests the Country’s Changing Attitudes on Race
"So what if Ariana doesn't look like a pure-blooded Japanese? Her mom's Japanese...and she said her daughter's acclimated to Japanese culture. Ariana's an elegant Japanese woman!"
Following FIFA Ban, Indonesian Football Association Tells Government to Butt Out
"If the government wants Indonesian football teams to win more international games, then it should follow what other countries are doing."
Legalizing the Great Firewall: China's New Cyber Security Law Would Codify Censorship, Shutdowns
A new comprehensive cyber security law in China would legalize censorship, authorize network shutdowns, and make real-name registration mandatory.
Japan's Cosplay Culture Helps a Global Community Experiment With Identity
Cosplay, a term that describes dressing up like fictional characters, transcends ethnic and cultural borders and promotes personal empowerment.
Hong Kong's Taxis Drivers Go Head-to-Head With Car-Hire Apps for Passengers
Taxi drivers are pressuring the city's government to crack down on unlicensed ride-hailing services like Uber and GoGo Van. But passengers think these car-hire alternatives have lots of perks.
As Typhoon Season Approaches, Families Displaced Last Year Still Await Permanent Shelter in the Philippines
"To lose my children is hard enough. All I wish now is that the government takes care of the shelter so I can start over again."
A Driver's-Eye View of Uber in China
Despite a crackdown on ride-hailing apps, many still see Uber as worth the risk. For drivers, the pay is high. For passengers, the fare is cheaper than similar Chinese services.
The Impossible Dream of Having an Apartment of One's Own in Hong Kong
Even if you were to win the city's biggest lottery game, your share of the prize money might not be enough to buy an apartment.
China's New National Security Law Casts a Fearsome Shadow Over Hong Kong
China's new law is wide-reaching and furthers suppression of dissent. Hong Kong government officials have said the city cannot guarantee local activists' safety if they travel to the mainland.
Provocative Images Depicting Differences Between Hong Kong and China Highlight Inter-Cultural Conflict
As China continues to undermine the 'One Country, Two Systems' accord, artists in Hong Kong strike back with provocative comparisons between the two territories.
#FreeThe14 Campaign Calls on Thailand to Release Jailed Anti-Junta Protesters
"They might imprison us but they will never imprison our wills and ideas. We will make them know that ideas are bullet proof."
Here Are 16 Stunning Satellite Images of Southeast Asia
Google Earth opens up the beauty of the Southeast Asian region’s unique and spectacular landscapes.
PHOTO: 141 Dead in Indonesia C-130 Plane Crash
Indonesian officials have recovered 141 dead bodies after a military C-130 plane crashed in Medan, the country's third largest city. The plane crashed just two minutes after take off on June 30, 2015. Many of the fatalities were relatives of air force personnel. Authorities are now probing the safety of...
Timeline: 14 Activists Detained in Thailand for Protesting Against Junta
The arrest and detention of 14 anti-Junta activists in Thailand has sparked outrage across the country. It also inspired many academics to call for the immediate release of the activists.
Teenagers in Myanmar Are Organizing a Humanitarian Visit to Help 120,000 Residents Displaced by War
"When we heard that there were 120,000 people living as refugees, fighting for mere survival and living on less than 2 cents per day, we had to act."
You Can Now Legally Dance the Night Away in Japan
Late-night club-goers are celebrating the end of a police crackdown that shut dancing just when the party was getting started.
After FIFA Ban on Indonesia, New Book Tells Story of Former Football Coach
He's not a famous coach in the world. During his training to PSM, many people liked him because of the friendly and firm character. For those, Segrt leave special memories.
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