At every temple in South India, the aarti for the deity is performed by burning a piece of camphor on a platter. Who knew ...

Before departing Southeast Asia, Tim returned to Siem Reap for a final week of exploration. One highlight was visiting ...

The people generally referred to as Negritos were once widely dispersed across South-East Asia. Today, they are found in the ...

I JUST landed back on home soil after more than a month on the other side of the world. I went on a research trip with my university, focused ...

Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) 2024 delivered ground-breaking programs. Discover insights into the festival’s ...

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New rules require firms to give 20 percent of their land to smallholders before the government extends their permits.

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In Thailand's rapidly evolving financial landscape, Forex is a vital channel for retail and institutional investors. In recent years, Thailand's trading community has turned to algorithmic solutions ...

The Surface and marine Transport Regulatory Authority (SUMATRA) is a Multi-sector regulatory agency established by an Act of Parliament ( No. 9) of 2001 (174 KB). The Act came into force on 20th ...