Libération (France)
"Parti Suicidaire"
"Suicidal Party"

The front page of Libération describes the SP (Socialist Party) as the “Suicidal Party” and the paper’s editorial column continues in the same vein. The article talks of a slapstick or farce-like performance which has sent members of the party mad. The idea of going to court to choose France’s opposition leader seems crazy to the journalist, who suggests the party needs to sort itself out – and quickly. 

Le Figaro (France)
"Foire d’empoigne au PS"
“SP free for all”

Le Figaro publishes a list of comments made by members of the Socialist Party during the current leadership battle.  Former Socialist Prime Minister Michel Rocard, who served under President François Mitterrand, is among those quoted. Rocard explains the Socialists are suffering from two illnesses: firstly, disagreement over their leader, and secondly, an identity crisis.

The Nation (Thailand)

The Nation publishes photos of the protests in Thailand over the weekend and on Monday.

Bangkok Post (Thailand)
“Time for rest from protests”

According to an article in the Opinion section of the Bangkok Post, it is difficult to give any credit to members of Thailand’s “two extreme political groups”, the People’s Alliance for Democracy and the United Front of Democracy against Dictatorship. Both are described as minority groups trying to force their views and policies on the public – a public fed up with them humiliating the country. The paper points out it’s time for Thailand to start focusing on other priorities.

Guardian (UK)
“Islamic ruling bans Malaysia's Muslims from practising yoga”

The Guardian reports that Malaysia’s Muslims have been warned off practicing yoga. The leading Islamic council fears the discipline’s Hindu roots could corrupt them and believes, at any rate, there are other ways to exercise; cycling, swimming or eating less fatty food. The rule, which is not legally binding, has shocked many Malaysians, a third of which come from other ethnic backgrounds. 

Aujourd’hui en France (France)
“A quoi rêvent les Français”
"What do the French dream of ?"

Aujourd’hui en France has published a survey carried out to discover what makes the French happy.  In the majority of cases, money, good health and more free time was on the wish-list of those questioned.  Love, family and friendship meanwhile appeared further down the list.  According to the newspaper some 75% of French citizens lead the life they want to.