Stories from 3 October 2008
Morocco: New Spike Lee Film
Moroccan blogger Allal El Alaoui of cinema and movies writes a critique of Spike Lee's upcoming film.
China: What Has My Country Done For Me?
ESWN translated an article, What has my country done for me? from Southern Weekend's special issue for the 59 anniversary of the Nation. Other articles in the special issue includes: What have I done for my country?[zh] What else can my country do for me?[zh] What else can I do...
Thailand: Student initiation ceremonies
Oneditorial writes about the student initiation ceremonies in some of the schools in Thailand.
Laos: Rituals of moving into a new house
Nye Noona blogs about the rituals practiced in Laos and Thailand when moving into a new house.
Brunei: List of contaminated items from China
Brunei's Ministry of Health has published a list of contaminated products from China. Many of the food items are sold in Brunei markets.
Myanmar: Journalist, opposition leader arrested
Ohn Kyaing, a veteran Burmese journalist and opposition figure was arrested by the police Wednesday night. Ohn Kyaing was also involved in cyclone relief activities.