Interview

Singapore author on how ecofeminism is setting new narratives for writers

The co-editor of a new anthology of personal essays from Singapore discusses how changing narratives of gender, politics and the environment are shaping Singaporean literature
By Amanda Oon and Weilee Yap • Nov 03, 2021

Opinion

Journalists face their own story of violence and intimidation

On the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, a former BBC reporter who covered Vietnam says Southeast Asian nations need to stop attacks on the media
By Bill Hayton • Nov 02, 2021

Thailand

Hopes high as tourists touch down for Thailand re-opening

After 18 months of Covid border controls, overseas tourists began pouring into Bangkok and the holiday island of Phuket on Monday as Thailand kickstarted its tourism industry
By Lisa Martin and Dene-Hern Chen/AFP • Nov 01, 2021

Interview

Singapore sports exec is spearheading sustainable business

The Singapore leader of one of the world’s largest sporting goods retailers looks at life in the Lion City in an increasingly digital world and how to keep sport sustainable and socially conscious.
By Amanda Oon • Nov 01, 2021

The Cambodian Consortium for Out of School Children supports the reopening of primary schools

As Cambodia’s primary schools open their classroom doors nationwide from 1 November, The Cambodian Consortium for Out of School Children has been working behind the scenes for the past eight consecutive months of school closures to ensure the continuation of learning and a smooth transition back to school
By Aide et Action • Nov 01, 2021