Archive
October 22, 2013
Singapore’s ‘Tuition Industrial Complex’
Tuition is the new normal in Singapore education. Is this good or bad?
CCTV’s Misguided Starbucks Exposé
China’s state broadcaster comes under fire after it attempts to call out the coffee giant on its pricing.
The US Army Declares Itself Nearly Impotent
In increasingly dire warnings, Army leaders are suggesting that budget cuts may render it unable to fight wars.
India Caves to China on Border Dispute
The two nations will sign a border agreement that was almost entirely dictated by Beijing.
Indian Guru’s “Spiritual Conversation” with Dead King Sparks Treasure Hunt
Archaeologists are excavating ruins in search of 1,000 tons of gold.
Cambodian Flood Victims Drowning in Debt
Devastating recent floods have exacerbated the microfinance debt crisis among Cambodia’s poorest people.
Video Games at Work? Photo of Philippine Airport Staff Causes Anger
Also: Vietnamese sea turtle poachers arrested, expat rent to rise in Bangkok. Tuesday ASEAN links.
Japan to Shoot Down Foreign Drones
Prime Minister Abe has approved a plan to shoot down foreign drones flying above Japanese airspace.
China’s Constant Warfare
China’s three-warfares concept underscores the CCP’s combative mindset and continuous strife.