Explosion occurs in new Burma capital, 1 killed

Rangoon -- An explosion occurred in Burma's capital Naypyitaw early Friday morning, killing at least one....

Suharto failing again
JAKARTA -- The condition of former Indonesian strongman Suharto is ''deteriorating again''....

New ASEAN chief assumes post, calls for quick Charter ratification
JAKARTA -- Former Thai Foreign Minister Surin Pitsuwan assumed his new post as secretary general of the....

New Asean chief hopes to see Japan boost ties with SE Asia
ASEAN's new secretary general, Surin Pitsuwan, has expressed a hope to see Japan strengthen its ties with....

Chinese investment pouring into Thailand's neighbours
China has been the beneficiary of huge foreign direct investment. But in recent years, the tables have turned,....

Malaysia, Indonesia leaders meet to iron out issues
PUTRAJAYA -- Malaysian and Indonesian leaders met here Friday to address recent issues such as mistreatment of....
Laos primary schools to teach English, French by 2010
VIENTIANE -- Over the next two years all primary schools will officially add English and French to the....
Ex-Indonesian leader Suharto hospitalized
JAKARTA-- Former Indonesian President Suharto was hospitalized in Jakarta on Friday, according to the....
Laos, Vietnam start survey for friendship railway
VIENTIANE -- Laos and Vietnam have joined hands in conducting a survey of a possible railway to link the....

For the love of art
Thavorn Ko-udomvit offers artists a space to hang their creations at his spacious new gallery
Mediterranean flavours
The hearty fare of Greece is keeping regulars coming back for more at Olive Kebab & Cafe
Youthful memories
Children's Day activities this year focus on education and the contributions of the late HRH Princess....
Float around the clock
The Taling Chan Floating Market keeps going strong throughout the day, after most similar bazaars have stopped