'A Million Elephants' No More: Conservationists In Laos Rush To Save An Icon
The Laos government and conservationists estimate there are only about 800 elephants left in all of Laos, just half of them living in the wild.
Southeast Asia
Rare Summer Cyclone Leaves Dozens Dead In Southeast Asia
Cyclone Fani tore through India and Bangladesh over the weekend, forcing the evacuation of millions of people.
In Laos, A Chinese-Funded Railway Sparks Hope For Growth — And Fears Of Debt
The more than 250-mile, $6 billion railway is set to cut through the northern part of Laos and is primarily financed and built by the Chinese. So far, the project has mostly employed Chinese workers.
China Reshapes The Vital Mekong River To Power Its Expansion
Chinese companies are building infrastructure and dams along the vast river that runs through five Southeast Asian countries before emptying into the South China Sea.
The 'Shadowlands' Of Southeast Asia's Illicit Networks: Meth, Dancing Queens And More
In his new book, Hello, Shadowlands, journalist Patrick Winn describes how underground crime groups thrive in a region where democracy is in retreat.
Pompeo Arrives In Malaysia After A Former Ruler Makes A Surprising Comeback
The secretary of state will meet senior officials from the new Malaysian government, following the country's unexpected election result.
As Philippines Shuts Down A Popular Tourist Island, Residents Fear For Their Future
President Rodrigo Duterte called Boracay island a "cesspool." It draws 2 million visitors a year but isn't equipped to accommodate them. Residents agree there's a problem, but worry about losing jobs.
The Secret To Deep Diving May Lie In The Spleen
Researchers investigate how the Bajau people of southeast Asia — aka "sea nomads" — can spend so much time under water without scuba gear as they hunt for seafood.
Uber Backs Out Of Southeast Asia, Selling To Regional Rival 'Grab'
Analysts say the narrow margins in Asia would have made it difficult for Uber to compete against home-grown ride-sharing services in the region.
How Big A Threat Is Extremism In Southeast Asia?
The Philippines has been a recent flashpoint, but violent episodes have taken place elsewhere, too. Islamist groups in the region are diverse and the threat of terrorism is not confined to ISIS.