Southeast Asian nations embrace Abe’s doctrine

OPINION: Japan’s popularity in the region is high and the country’s influence is steadily rising, says expert
By Phuong Nguyen • Mar 29, 2016

Region faces double-edged nutrition crisis

While levels of obesity are rising, millions of Southeast Asia’s children are suffering from stunted growth caused by malnutrition
By Paul Millar • Mar 28, 2016

Psychology

Confirmation bias and the science of belief

Can you see the wheels spinning? Just like this optical illusion, our minds can be tricked into seeing what isn’t there thanks to a concept called confirmation bias
By David Hutt • Mar 25, 2016

Malaysia carries out executions, despite moves for reform

Three men were executed today under mandatory sentencing laws opposed by civil society groups and some senior officials
By Daniel Besant • Mar 25, 2016

How can Southeast Asia address LGBTI issues?

We talked to Randy Berry, the US State Department’s first special envoy for the human rights of LGBTI persons, who just wrapped up a visit to several countries in Southeast Asia
By Logan Connor • Mar 24, 2016

Magnificent mansions: five of Southeast Asia's most opulent residences

Kick off your sandals and poke around some of the region’s most lavish mansions, from the enviable to the ridiculous
By Logan Connor • Mar 24, 2016

Cambodia faces severe and prolonged drought

Experts say that this year’s drought will be worse than in 2015, with soaring temperatures and a delayed monsoon season likely
By Daniel Besant • Mar 23, 2016

traditional textiles

[Photos] Hmong hemp weavers keeping ancient threads alive in Laos

In the mountainous reaches of northern Laos, a number of Hmong villages are keeping the tradition of hemp weaving alive. Despite its association with marijuana, hemp is also capturing the attention of international brands
By Melody Kemp • Mar 22, 2016