Posted by Portnoy to Global Voices Online On June 11st, a Taiwanese recreational fishing boat United sank following a collision with a Japanese coastguard vessel 11km off the disputed Diaoyutai (Japan:Senkaku) islands, an island chain claimed by Taiwan, Japan and China. Passengers and crew on the sinking boat picked up by Japan. Shortly, Taiwanese […]
Quake hit off Indonesia islands, no reports of damge
A strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit off the Indonesian island of Flores on Tuesday, seismologists said, but there were no immediate reports of damage. The quake struck 170 kilometres west northwest of the town of Endes on Flores at 01:31 local time, Wednesday (2301 IST, Tuesday), the US Geological Survey said. The quake, 10 kilometres […]
Thailand’s Idyllic Islands Under Threat
Early night, the tide rises out of the sea like an elongated tongue and lashes a part of the shores of Kho Phi Phi island, located in Southern Thailand, throwing up an assortment of garbage, including plastic, wood, cigarette boxes, water bottles, metal, glass, paper, rope, cardboard, etc. A stone throw away from a part […]
Boom time in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
White sands, palm trees, breathtakingly blue waters and coral reefs, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have got it all. “Tourism is booming; business hasn’t been this good in a while,” says the manager of a luxury resort on an absolutely perfect day in Port Blair. White sands, palm trees, breathtakingly blue waters and coral reefs, […]
6 Types Of Vacations You Can Have In The Philippines
The Philippines may be an under-the-radar country to some, but it’s full of beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and historical landmarks that make it worth visiting over and over again. Whether you’re trying to decide on an all inclusive Baguio staycation or just looking for inspiration, here are six different types of vacations you can have […]
5 Actors That Hold Dual Citizenship
Today, tens of millions hold citizenship in more than one country. But why exactly? According to experts CS Global Partners, dual citizenship “helps individuals achieve professional goals, gain global mobility, ensure their family’s safety, and improve their quality of life,” And there is no better way to show just how true this statement is than […]
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