Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia • STORY OF THE DAY • Mar 28, 2016 • 4 min read

Region faces double-edged nutrition crisis

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

Southeast Asia • STORY OF THE DAY • Mar 25, 2016 • 6 min read

Psychology Confirmation bias and the science of belief

By David Hutt • Mar 25, 2016
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

Southeast Asia • Mar 23, 2016 • 3 min read

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

Southeast Asia • Mar 22, 2016 • 3 min read
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

Southeast Asia • Mar 22, 2016 • 3 min read
Viniculture

Fine wine in Thailand, whatever the weather

With viniculture usually associated with cooler climes, one Thai winemaker is overcoming the climatic odds to become the region's biggest wine producer
By Barbara Walton • Mar 22, 2016

Southeast Asia • Mar 18, 2016 • 4 min read
Interview

Long-term planning the key to sustainable cities

Professor Mark Tewdwr-Jones of Newcastle University's School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape discusses the future of Southeast Asia's cities
By David Hutt • Mar 18, 2016

Southeast Asia • Mar 16, 2016 • 6 min read
Infrastructure

Financing the future of cities

Governments will need to think creatively to find the funds for futuristic infrastructure projects
By David Hutt • Mar 16, 2016

Southeast Asia • Mar 15, 2016 • 4 min read

Meet Myanmar’s new leaders

An introduction to the politicians taking up the top three government positions in Myanmar
By Southeast Asia Globe editorial • Mar 15, 2016

Southeast Asia • Mar 14, 2016 • 3 min read

Laos leader claims “no impact” from Don Sahong dam

The leader of Laos has claimed that the controversial Don Sahong dam project will not adversely affect neighbouring countries. Critics beg to differ
By Daniel Besant • Mar 14, 2016