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RELIGION: Corruption Row Rocks Nepal’s Holiest Shrine
Nepal's most important temple, the large, gilded, triple-roofed 'Pashupatinath', dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, draws tens of thousands of devout Hindus from India and Nepal.DEVELOPMENT-ASIA: Once-Proud Region Wallows in Insecurity
Not too long ago, a self-confident Asia stood gazing expectantly at the dawn of the so-called Pacific Century, its international standing built on relative peace and healthy economic growth.CAMEROON-ENVIRONMENT: Elephants at Risk As Ivory Trade Picks up
Forestry officials in the small town of Lomie deep in the equatorial forest of south-eastern Cameroon, have had to adapt to a new role: they have become nursemaids to a six-month-old elephant.RELIGION-MEXICO: Church Excommunicates Notorious Kidnapper
In a new twist to a growing criminal industry, one of Mexico's most notorious alleged kidnappers was excommunicated by the Roman Catholic Church.POPULATION-TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: Containing the Viagra Frenzy
Extensive local and international media coverage of the effects of the new sex drug, Viagra, has ignited widespread interest here among male members of a population well- known for traditional concoctions offering extended sexual encounters and long, prolific sex lives.PANAMA-US: Talks on Anti-Drug Centre on the Verge of Breakdown
The negotiations between Panama and the United States on the possibility of a multilateral anti-drug centre are on the brink of failure once again, with only six days to go to the deadline set by the two countries for reaching an agreement.TRADE-APEC: Entrepreneurs Back Globalisation Despite Asian Crisis
Representatives of the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation forum (APEC) came out in favour of financial globalisation despite the current crisis in stock and currency exchanges, supporting ongoing market liberalisation.POLITICS-ECUADOR: “El Nino” to Sway Elections
The "El Nino" phenomenon which caused floods leaving thousands Ecuadorans destitute, has become a leading vote-puller for the 'undecideds' in the run up to the first round of presidential elections Sunday.FOOD-JAMAICA: Move Over Locals Make Way For the Giants
With American fast food stores springing up all over the country, local entrepreneurs are fighting to keep ahead of the competition, but already they seem to be losing the battle.ENVIRONMENT: Mexico Far Ahead of Target for Elimination of CFCs
Mexico is set to eradicate industrial production and uses of ozone-depleting chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) way ahead of target.RIGHTS-RWANDA: Looking for Confessions
With 130,000 genocide suspects still awaiting trial in prisons built to house a fraction of that number, the Rwandan authorities are looking to secure thousands of confessions to help ease an impossible legal burden.MUSIC-POLITICS: Ruben Blades, Panama’s Chameleon Man
Panamanian musician Ruben Blades has taken one of his biggest hits "Chameleon" to heart, changing colour to become one of the most sought-after political allies for elections here next year.ARGICULTURE: Organic Farming Gains Popularity In Panama
Organic farming is becoming increasingly popular in Panama but agricultural experts say it will be years before it becomes a real alternative to the large- scale production of food.ENVIRONMENT: Endangered Species Seek Assistance at CITES Meeting
Endangered species ranging from snails to elephants are seeking refuge at a Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) meeting that got underway Monday in Venezuela.MALAYSIA: With Suharto Out, Mahathir Comes Under Spotlight
With the resignation of Indonesia's President Suharto under popular pressure last week, the mantle of Asia's longest-serving leader has passed on to Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.POLITICS-NORTHERN IRELAND: Tripping Down The Road To Peace
No sooner is one obstacle cleared in the Irish peace process, another is met on the way. After the Good Friday peace accord here, came last week's blunt 'yes or no' referendum on its provisions.POLITICS-LEBANON: Hezbollah Pulls Off Surprise Local Election Win
Hezbollah, the Islamic political movement best known today for its guerilla war against the Israeli occupiers of South Lebanon, appears to have pulled off a stunning electoral victory in the poor quarters of southern Beirut.ENVIRONMENT: Eroding Rivers Wreak Havoc in Eastern India
Two silt-laden, turgid rivers are rapidly changing course in eastern India, and threatening to submerge villages and towns, and fertile farmlands, both in India and Bangladesh.INDONESIA: Besieged Government Calls Polls, to Free Prisoners
The besieged government of President Bacharuddin Jusuf Habibie on Monday unveiled key decisions, including the holding of new parliamentary polls, that show a realisation that cosmetic changes will do little to restore stability to Indonesia.RELIGION-RUSSIA: Political Wrangling Overshadows Buddhist Revival
The rapid revitalisation of Buddhism in Russia since the fall of the repressive Soviet regime, may yet be undermined by the increasing politicisation of the priesthood and their involvement in regional electioneering.HONG KONG: Democrats Score Key Wins in Record-Turnout Poll
Hong Kong pro-democracy figures have swept back into office in the first elections for the local legislature here Sunday, setting the stage for a small but vocal opposition in this autonomous region ruled by China.« Previous Page — Next Page »
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