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Film about post-war Vietnam connects with new generation 25 years after premiere

For some filmmakers, the Sundance Film Festival is an opportunity to break into the scene — but for Vietnamese-American filmmaker Tony Bui, it was an opportunity to light up the screen for a second time.
Two photos - one of man standing outside Sundance cinema, one of film playing

Published: Location: VietnamTopic: Carnivals and Festivals

'So many hugs, so many tears': Vietnamese restaurant-owning family allowed to remain in Australia

In a rare case, the federal government intervenes to end the visa turmoil of people who own a Vietnamese restaurant in Tasmania, with the family planning to celebrate by doing what "brings us joy" — cook and serve food.
A Vietnamese family of four stand in a commercial kitchen with big smiles on their faces.

Published: Location: LauncestonTopic: Immigration

Can Anies Baswedan overcome identity politics and deliver on his promises? | Indonesia Decides

Hellena Souisa interviews presidential candidate and former Governor of Jakarta Anies Baswedan, we explore freedom of speech, a growing digital economy and ask young voters how they cope with cost-of-living pressures.
A woman listens as a man speaks. Text reads: Indonesia Decides.

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Why are Indonesia's presidential candidates campaigning with anime and K-pop trends?

This year, more than half of the eligible voters in Indonesia are young people.
An image from an anime shows a smiling man with white hair.

Published: Location: IndonesiaTopic: Elections

Tomorrow is the start of the Lunar New Year. How well do you know the zodiac animal, what to eat and what to say?

Here are 10 questions to help you understand the diversity, traditions, foods, and significance of the Year of the Dragon — and how to greet people celebrating the Lunar New Year.
Saturday marks the first day of the Year of the Dragon.

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Community and Multicultural Festivals

'We will know whether democracy lives or dies by the end of 2024': Why this year could change everything

Countries with a combined population of more than three and a half billion people will head to the polls in 2024 to participate in presidential, legislative and parliamentary elections. So could this be the greatest test of democracy?
A woman wearing a mask puts a piece of paper into a cardboard box.

Published: Location: IndonesiaTopic: World Politics

China opens Antarctic research station due south of Australia, begins operations for the first time

China opens its fifth Antarctic research station, starting operations in an outpost due south of Australia and New Zealand for the first time.
workers in orange protective gear construct a steel building frame overlooking the sea in Antarctica.

Published: Location: AntarcticaTopic: Science and Technology

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Can Prabowo Subianto win over young voters and capture the presidency?

Indonesia’s more than 100 million Millennial and Gen Z voters are in prime position to determine the country’s next president. But what do they want from a new leader? And do the candidates understand their concerns? 
"Three candidates on a debate stage for 'INDONESIA DECIDES' in bold letters above

Published: Location: IndonesiaTopic: World Politics

The Cloud Under the Sea

Lurking under the sea is a global web of fibre optic telecommunication cables, the plumbing of the internet. It's how we talk, text and stream, connecting billions of people. These cables are also the frontline of a tech war.

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Gardening Australia in Indonesia

Costa and Tammy explore the plants and gardens of Indonesia, one of Australia's nearest neighbours. This incredible island nation is one of the most biodiverse places on earth, filled with unique species found nowhere else.

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Project Wild: Cambodia

Travel to Cambodia with Dr Ann Jones as she finds the dedicated people bringing our planet's amazing animals and plants back from the brink.

Published: Location: CambodiaTopic: Animals

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