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Towards Political Extinction

Towards Political Extinction

Road-map promises have led nowhere. Democratic aspirations are on the verge of extinction. The junta-controlled National Legislative Assembly voted unanimously to approve Thailand’s 20-year National Strategy. T ...

A Tall Order: Free and Fair Elections

A Tall Order: Free and Fair Elections

While people talk about political parties and the usual predictions of who will be the prime minister, there’s very little open debate about the role and responsibilities of the Election Commission of Thailand. ...

Young Malaysians on a Mission: #TangkapNajib

Young Malaysians on a Mission: #TangkapNajib

Tough times for an unpopular Malaysian prime minister, Najib Razak, and for ordinary citizens. The country is deeply engulfed in scandals, primarily regarding Najib’s pet project, a state-investment fund, 1Mala ...

The Dawn (Arsenaux) of Man (Ray)

The Dawn (Arsenaux) of Man (Ray)

‘UNTITLED’ COLLAGE BY DAWN ARSENAUX (AKA MS. NEAUX NEAUX) (based on the photograph by Man Ray) ...

Who will control the drones watching you?

Who will control the drones watching you?

Whether they are being used for surveillance or all-out combat, drones will soon pose serious risks for all of the world's citizens. ...

Committee to Protect Journalists: List of Atrocities Committed Against Journalists in Egypt

Committee to Protect Journalists: List of Atrocities Committed Against Journalists in Egypt

Mubarak forces have attacked the very breadth of global journalism: Their targets have included Egyptians and other Arab journalists, Russian and U.S. reporters, Europeans and South Americans. ...

WikiLeaks Clones Popping Up in Europe and Beyond

WikiLeaks Clones Popping Up in Europe and Beyond

The perceived successes of WikiLeaks have catalyzed would-be whistle-blowers to launch their own crusades for transparency. ...