Mai Khoi

‘Vietnam’s Lady Gaga’ detained for eight hours in Hanoi after European tour

Vietnamese singer and political activist Mai Khoi was detained for eight hours in a move that Human Rights Watch says points to intensified government efforts to stifle political opposition
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Mar 28, 2018

Thai cuisine

Award-winning chef Tim Butler on Thailand's evolving culinary scene

The mind behind award-winning restaurants Eat Me! and Esenzi, chef Tim Butler came to Bangkok from New York just over ten years ago. Here, he talks about the nation's rapidly evolving culinary character and his struggle to source sustainable seafood
By Paul Millar • Mar 27, 2018

Planning Sihanoukville

Why Cambodia's beach town Sihanoukville could be the region's next big tourist hub

The beach town of Sihanoukville has great tourism potential, but industry experts say proper planning and infrastructure must come first
By Janelle Retka • Mar 27, 2018

Fairtrade fashion

The ethical clothing brand weaving its magic in Cambodia

Ethical clothing brand Goel Community is bringing back the lost art of handweaving with a dash of Cambodian style
By Cristyn Lloyd • Mar 26, 2018

Ride-hailing services

Grab co-founder hails “beginning of new era” as company acquires Uber’s Southeast Asia business

Local ride-hailing app Grab has acquired Uber's regional operations in the largest-ever deal of its kind in Southeast Asia
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Mar 26, 2018

Japanese rice wine

5 of the trendiest spots to drink sake in Southeast Asia

Sake has broken out of Japan's izakaya drinking dens to become a popular tipple in bars across the region. We choose our favourite spots for a sip or three of the famed rice wine
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Mar 25, 2018

Netflix to air Philippine crime drama inspired by Duterte’s war on drugs

The US-based streaming service will begin streaming its first Philippine TV series to global audiences in April
By Southeast Asia Globe Editorial • Mar 23, 2018

Innovative office design

Cambodia’s masters of workplace wellness share their secrets

The directors of Raintree, Cambodia’s first “boutique office space”, reveal how simple tweaks can improve work culture and performance
By Janelle Retka • Mar 22, 2018