No more ‘Allah’ for Christians, Malaysian court says
A court in Malaysia ruled that the Arabic-derived word for ‘God’ in Malaysian – Allah – can’t be used by the nation’s Christians.
Simon Roughneen
Once a divisive pariah, Myanmar could aid Southeast Asian unity
Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations once disagreed with the West over Myanmar sanctions. Now the opening of the country’s economy could help ASEAN attain a big prize.
Myanmar launches airstrikes on Kachin rebels
The Myanmar government has carried out airstrikes this week against ethnic rebels in northern Kachin state, raising fresh concerns about reforms and a fragile peace processes.
Scottish independence: Who would get the nukes, and other questions
As it considers a 2014 referendum on independence from the UK, Scotland still has a litany of issues that must be resolved beforehand, including its role in the EU and NATO.
Social networks help Filipinos deal with Manila floods
Manila is still at risk for more flooding, but recovery efforts are underway, and many are turning to social networking sites to update and get updates on the situation.
Censors lighten their touch on Myanmar’s media
The leashed media is starting to see the beginning of some loosening.