Archive
June 2013
The Taliban’s Mixed Message Confuses the Peace Process
Despite Taliban attacks in Kabul, Obama and Karzai have agreed to hold peace talks.
Gotcha: Australian Media Nab Human Smuggler
The ABC and Fairfax Media have worked with authorities to capture an Indonesian human smuggler.
S. Korean FM To Meet With Japan, Not N. Korea
Seoul and Tokyo will meet at the ASEAN Regional Forum. No inter-Korea talks are expected.
Sony Xperia Z Ultra: Waterproof Super Phablet Like Two Samsungs in One
This huge new smartphone combines popular features in a premium package.
Can Ouya Shake Up the Gaming Console Market?
The tiny Android-powered Ouya is already sold out at several U.S. retailers.
Facebook Booming in Asia – Local Competition, Too
Facebook is growing faster in Asia than anywhere else, but local social media are catching up.
Myanmar’s “Look West” Policy: Is China Being Sidelined?
Under Thein Sein, the country is seeking to evolve from its reliance on China.
Spoilers & Great Power Politics: US-China Edition
Incidences like Chen Guangcheng and Snowden underscore the danger of individuals disrupting US-China ties.
K-Pop Singer G-Dragon, Missy Elliott to Collaborate
K-Pop and US rap will collide on G-Dragon’s next solo album.
US Must Separate Religion and Iran Policy
Despite their own religiosity, American politicians express alarm at the theological nature of Iran’s political system.
Intelligence Sharing in the Whistleblower Era
Government agencies are likely to more jealously guard information after Manning and Snowden.
Nathanael Greene: The American Insurgent
One hopes there are unorthodox leaders like Greene in the military today.