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STORY OF THE DAY • Nov 19, 2015 • 4 min read

Lower Sesan 2 dam putting livelihoods and environment at risk

By Giorgio Taraschi • Nov 19, 2015
The giant dam is one of the most controversial construction projects in Cambodia. The electricity-generation potential of the Lower Sesan 2 is massive but, for the Mekong River’s aquatic life and nearby villagers, the price of such progress could be colossal

STORY OF THE DAY • Nov 16, 2015 • 9 min read

Joko Widodo's one-year report card

By Ismira Lutfia Tisnadibrata • Nov 16, 2015
Joko Widodo’s rise to the Indonesian presidency was meteoric, but many would argue that he has stalled since landing the top job. One year into his term, the negatives are outweighing the positives

Nov 13, 2015 • 7 min read
Plastic pollution

Can Southeast Asia stop dumping waste in our oceans?

New research shows that plastic waste in our oceans is far worse than previously thought, and Southeast Asian nations are among the worst offenders
By Logan Connor • Nov 13, 2015

Nov 11, 2015 • 4 min read
Bioprinting

Singapore’s big bet

Creating human skin and functioning livers are just two of bioprinting’s possibilities, and Singapore is hoping to become a global player in the business of mending mortals
By David Hutt • Nov 11, 2015

Nov 10, 2015 • 1 min read

One Championship ticket giveaway

Southeast Asia Globe has five pairs of premium tickets to the most anticipated mixed martial arts event of the year to give away
By Southeast Asia Globe editorial • Nov 10, 2015

Nov 09, 2015 • 5 min read

My Business travel: Pauline Cheung

Pauline Cheung has worked in hospitality for 20 years. As a frequent flyer and group sales and marketing director for Plaza Premium Group, which runs independent airport lounges and airport services worldwide, she imparts her advice on ensuring a smooth journey
By Focus Asean editorial • Nov 09, 2015

Nov 09, 2015 • 7 min read

Rising above the chaos

The Philippines’ economy has been outperforming its regional neighbours in recent years and could remain a star player despite some pressing issues
By Daniel Besant • Nov 09, 2015

Nov 06, 2015 • 11 min read
Cambodia

The forgotten men

Huge numbers of males are raped in Cambodia. So why do these horrific crimes remain largely ignored by rights organisations and the media?
By David Hutt • Nov 06, 2015