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City 6 years ago

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Draft bylaws piling up month before term ends for Jakarta councillors

The Jakarta Council has yet to endorse any of the 18 draft bylaws listed in this year’s legislation program (Prolegda).

World 6 years ago

Trump tells Congresswomen to 'go back' where they're from

It is the latest controversial comment by Trump, who last year reportedly referred to countries in Africa as "shithole" nations, and who has spoken of "an invasion" of undocumented migrants.

SE Asia 7 years ago

Written in the stars: In chaos, Thai politicians turn to clairvoyants

A hand-drawn map of constellations and planetary orbits shows Thailand in the throes of a "gateway" year of change, says astrologer Pinyo Pongcharoen -- one of a legion of fortune tellers sought out by politicians in chaotic and unpredictable times.

SE Asia 7 years ago

Politicos register for Thailand's first election since 2014 coup

Since the coup, the military has rewritten the constitution, clamped down on dissent and appointed allies across the bureaucracy.

Politics 7 years ago

Will the real millennials please stand up?

With their tech savvy and awareness of trends, young politicians are trying to improve their internet presence via vlog

World 7 years ago

Queen sends a Brexit message to UK politicians: End your bickering

Queen Elizabeth has sent a delicately coded message to Britain's factious political class over Brexit, urging lawmakers to seek common ground and grasp the big picture to resolve the crisis.

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