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South Korean president Lee Myung-bak (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon, Pool)

Lee Myung-bak tumbles; Park Geun-hye seeks to take advantage

By Andy Jackson Thu, Apr 07, 2011 8:00PM UTC View Comments

South Korean president Lee Myung-bak is looking more like a lame duck with each passing week. After seeing his polling numbers drop to the high 30s in February, his support level had stabilized somewhat. However, his numbers have plunged again over the past two weeks to a low of 35.7 percent in the latest Realmeter...

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What is the point of the Makkasan Air Terminal?

By Siam Voices Wed, Mar 23, 2011 11:46PM UTC View Comments

by James Goyder I have observed the Makkasan Air Terminal in passing on many occasions and am always quietly impressed. It looks sleek and modern, an almost futuristic addition to the Bangkok landscape. I initially assumed that it must actually be a fully functional airport and was surprised to be told that it merely served...

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HIV-Positive director denied entry at Manila airport

By The Fresh Outlook Fri, Mar 11, 2011 6:13PM UTC View Comments

Passengers arrive from Shanghai at the Changi International Airport Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010 in Singapore. Pic: AP.

Well known theatre director and artist, Marcelino Cavestany, was turned away by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) as he attempted to enter Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, Philippines on Sunday, March 6. Mr. Cavestany, an Australian citizen, was denied entry due to a blacklist order signed by the Immigration Commissioner in March last year....

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