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Global News Blog Malaysia prepares for its closest election in 50 years (+video)
Economic growth and strict rule have kept the same government in power in Malaysia for more than 50 years, but calls for greater accountability are getting louder.
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Singapore urges Obama to take stronger stand in Asia
In Washington, Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong says that the US must strengthen its economic ties in Asia to maintain a leadership role and balance the rise of China.
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Thailand, insurgents sign first ever agreement to start peace talks
Violence has occurred nearly every day in Thailand's three southernmost provinces since the insurgency erupted in 2004.
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Why Bangkok struggles to bring peace to Thailand's 'Deep South'
The insurgents have not outlined their political aims and their leaders' identities are unknown. Also, the current government has little political pull in the region.
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Global News Blog Is historical claim behind the mystery group of (armed?) Filipinos in Borneo?
Malaysian troops are negotiating with about 100 men from the Philippines who have identified themselves as the 'royal army' of the Sulu Sultanate, which has a historic land claim to the area, say police.
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K-pop sensation Psy dances into Malaysia's political drama, Gangnam style (+video)
In an effort to jazz the youth vote in Malaysia ahead of elections in which it faces a very strong opposition, the government called in K-pop sensation Psy.
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Chapter & Verse Booker Prize nominee Tan Twan Eng talks about his novel 'The Garden of Evening Mists'
Malaysian writer Tan Twan Eng: how to write historical novels that are also timeless.
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Bufori cars: What makes the Malaysian luxury auto so special?
Bufori cars have emerged as one of the most sought-after luxury items among Asia's ultra-rich.
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High hopes for Philippines peace deal with Muslim rebels
Both the government and Muslim leaders trumpeted the deal, but doubts remain over whether powerful Muslim clan leaders will be willing to lay down their arms as promised.
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Peace seems close for Philippines and rebel Muslims
A peace agreement, to be signed later this month, will give the Muslim minority in the Philippines an autonomous region in the south. The agreement is significant after 40 years of conflict, and 15 years of periodic negotiations with Muslim rebels.
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Protests sweep Islamic world, fueled by domestic politics, anti-US anger
Protesters who attacked embassies and clashed with police in at least 17 Muslim countries outraged by more than an anti-Islam video.
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South China Sea meeting ends in stalemate
The stakes have risen in the South China Sea as the US military shifts its attention back to Asia, emboldening the Philippines and Vietnam to take tougher stance against Beijing.
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Backchannels In Malaysia, a May Day pay raise, but no victory for democratic reformers
The protesters of the Malaysia's Bersih democracy reform movement appear to have pushed Malaysia into announcing its first ever minimum wage. Electoral reform is something else again.
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Why a Saudi blogger faces a possible death sentence for three tweets
Hamza Kashgari's tweets on the prophet Muhammad's birthday have resulted in charges of blasphemy, apostasy, and atheism – and Saudi Arabia appears to be making an example of his actions.
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Global News Blog Malaysia may repatriate Saudi who faces death penalty for tweets
Saudi writer Hamza Kashgari fled Saudi Arabia after a trio of tweets about the prophet Muhammad brought death threats. Malaysian police apprehended him en route to New Zealand, where he was to request asylum.
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Sanctions on Iran: Iranians face shortages of rice, corn, and cooking oil
US and European sanctions are preventing Iran from buying enough rice, cooking oil, and other staples, say commodities traders. Prices for food are rising in Iran.
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Interview: Former US spy chief sees shift toward Asia
In an interview, Admiral Dennis C. Blair - the former director of national intelligence - says the US needs to back moderate Islamic societies, and urges Israel to keep pace with a changing Middle East.
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After sodomy acquittal, Malaysia's Anwar pressing for power
In an unexpected conclusion to a two-year trial, a Malaysian court acquitted opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim on sodomy charges that he insisted were politically motivated.
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Oil futures rise to near $95
Oil futures on Asian markets buoyed by regional stock market gains, hopes of better US economic data. Oil futures moved up 95 cents.
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Rome riots (video): Global 'Day of Rage' peaceful, except in Rome
Rome riots erupted this weekend during a global 'Day of Rage,' a protest denouncing capitalism, inequality and economic crisis. In Rome, protesters torched cars, attacked banks and hurled rocks.
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Witness to a decade that redefined Southeast Asia
As he leaves his post in Bangkok, a correspondent looks at how a rising China has changed the Southeast Asia region after 9/11.
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Australia refugee swap with Malaysia faces key test
Australia plans to airlift refugees from an intercepted boat to Malaysia next week. It will film their forced return and post it on YouTube to deter future refugees from trying to reach its shores.
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After mass arrests, authorities shrug off rare Malaysia protests
This weekend's turnout of at least 20,000 protesters, despite government warnings not to participate, could galvanize opposition support ahead of upcoming elections.
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