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Singapore marred by match-fixing accusations
08/02/2013 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Singapore marred by match-fixing accusations

This week Singapore is the focus of international accusations of match-fixing. Next in China, New Year celebrations kick off in style but travel chaos makes it difficult for some to get home. Finally, Thailand's monks battle to fight decline as the country turns away from their traditional values.
Death of rape victim stirs anger in grieving India
29/12/2012 - INDIA

Death of rape victim stirs anger in grieving India

A woman who was gang-raped aboard a New Delhi bus died of her injuries on Saturday, provoking more protests and national debate about violence against women in India, as the government promised action and acknowledged the need for social change.
Indian gang-rape victim dies in Singapore hospital
29/12/2012 - INDIA

Indian gang-rape victim dies in Singapore hospital

A young woman who was gang-raped and brutally beaten in the Indian capital of New Delhi has died, the hospital treating her in Singapore reported Friday.
India gang-rape victim's condition deteriorates
28/12/2012 - INDIA

India gang-rape victim's condition deteriorates

The condition of a young woman who was gang-raped and brutally beaten in the Indian capital of New Delhi has deteriorated, with signs of organ failure, the hospital treating her in Singapore said Friday.
Paris goes wild in Singapore
14/12/2012 - CULTURE

Paris goes wild in Singapore

The best of Parisian fashion takes flight with the second annual Haute fashion week in Singapore and Chanel’s Métiers d'Art show being unveiled to a VIP audience in a Scottish castle. Also, some of those all-important editors are stepping into the spotlight as the subject of a new documentary called "The Editor’s Eye."
Herbalism: medical marijuana minus the high
25/11/2012 - HEALTH

Herbalism: medical marijuana minus the high

This week we explore the power of plants as a source of healing. We begin in Israel, where researchers have been cultivating customised cannabis.
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Afghanistan: Mission accomplished for France?
23/11/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Afghanistan: Mission accomplished for France?

As France ends its combat role in Afghanistan, we take a look at the work accomplished and the difficult handover in the key Kapisa region. Next, for his first trip abroad since re-election, US President Barack Obama turns on the charm for Southeast Asia. Finally, if you've ever dreamt of making your sports car the centrepiece of your sitting room, think Singapore: the land of the very wealthy.
Click here for your US$900,000 bonanza
21/11/2012 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Click here for your US$900,000 bonanza

We focus on the Congo crisis as seen by papers in Burkina Faso, South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo itself and Rwanda. Also, we look at how papers are covering the Israel-Gaza conflict. Plus, what would you do if you found US$900,000 and were in a position to return it to the people who lost it? That's the focus for this edition of the world press review Wednesday 21st November, 2012.
Anti-sexual harassment patrols in Cairo, Shiite protests in Qatif, and more
17/11/2012 - THE OBSERVERS

Anti-sexual harassment patrols in Cairo, Shiite protests in Qatif, and more

This show is made up entirely of amateur images. We've seen time and time again how images captured by ordinary citizens then uploaded onto the Web can change history, or at least shift the balance of power. This week, we take a look back at some of those moments.
Singapore: Garden City to Model Green City
15/09/2012 - Singapore

Singapore: Garden City to Model Green City

The island-state of Singapore is famous for being one of Asia's major financial hubs and one of the world’s busiest ports… A lesser known fact is that Singapore, since the 1960s, has pioneered the notion of ecological development. Compared to most cities in the region, Singapore stands out as being able to balance its urban development whilst trying to maintain a healthy number of parks. A "green strategy" which is attracting business and investors. Sarah Munoz, Carrie Nooten & Greg Somerville.
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