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A convicted murderer. Now a free man. In a world exclusive on 101 East, Sirul Azhar Umar speaks out for the first time. What he reveals will shock you. Watch now on YouTube:

A convicted murderer. Now a free man. In a world exclusive on 101 East, Sirul Azhar Umar speaks out for the first time. What he reveals will shock you. Watch now on YouTube:

222,677 Aufrufe • vor 2 Jahren

In a world exclusive, imprisoned tycoon She Zhijiang shares explosive allegations about Chinese spies and an international criminal conspiracy:

In a world exclusive, imprisoned tycoon She Zhijiang shares explosive allegations about Chinese spies and an international criminal conspiracy:

132,352 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

Former Filipino mayor, Alice Guo has made headlines around the world with the mystery surrounding her identity. She insists she’s a Philippine citizen, born to a Filipino mother. But 101 East has discovered evidence that says otherwise:

Former Filipino mayor, Alice Guo has made headlines around the world with the mystery surrounding her identity. She insists she’s a Philippine citizen, born to a Filipino mother. But 101 East has discovered evidence that says otherwise:

129,228 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

A simple social media post or even a retweet could land you in jail for defamation in Thailand and truth alone is not a defence. Tens of thousands of cases have been filed in the past decade, in what critics say is lawfare used to silence scrutiny. #SLAPP

A simple social media post or even a retweet could land you in jail for defamation in Thailand and truth alone is not a defence. Tens of thousands of cases have been filed in the past decade, in what critics say is lawfare used to silence scrutiny. #SLAPP

126,779 Aufrufe • vor 2 Jahren

The Malayalam film industry in the southern Indian state of Kerala is thriving, producing more than 200 films each year. But behind the scenes, allegations of rape and sexual abuse are sending shockwaves through the industry.

The Malayalam film industry in the southern Indian state of Kerala is thriving, producing more than 200 films each year. But behind the scenes, allegations of rape and sexual abuse are sending shockwaves through the industry.

45,134 Aufrufe • vor 11 Monaten

A Chinese businessman says he is investing in the future of Paraguay’s government. Shi Dizi is an alleged criminal who claims to be acting on orders from Beijing. He alleges a former Paraguayan mayor was actively seeking political investment.

A Chinese businessman says he is investing in the future of Paraguay’s government. Shi Dizi is an alleged criminal who claims to be acting on orders from Beijing. He alleges a former Paraguayan mayor was actively seeking political investment.

29,229 Aufrufe • vor 8 Monaten

The lucrative shark trade in Indonesia has pushed leopard sharks to the brink of extinction. Conservationists are now on a mission to restore the population by breeding baby leopard sharks in captivity and releasing them into the ocean.

The lucrative shark trade in Indonesia has pushed leopard sharks to the brink of extinction. Conservationists are now on a mission to restore the population by breeding baby leopard sharks in captivity and releasing them into the ocean.

31,939 Aufrufe • vor 9 Monaten

Filipino exorcists say they are witnessing a surge in cases of demonic possessions. But health professionals warn exorcisms can be dangerous, especially when mental or physical conditions are mistaken for spiritual problems.

Filipino exorcists say they are witnessing a surge in cases of demonic possessions. But health professionals warn exorcisms can be dangerous, especially when mental or physical conditions are mistaken for spiritual problems.

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China buys most of the world’s exported durians, amid growing trade ties and strong demand. But the booming durian industry has sparked tensions in Southeast Asia, including land disputes and environmental concerns.

China buys most of the world’s exported durians, amid growing trade ties and strong demand. But the booming durian industry has sparked tensions in Southeast Asia, including land disputes and environmental concerns.

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Durian sellers in Malaysia are cashing in on China’s appetite for the pungent, prickly fruit. 101 East meets Edison Ang, a durian vendor who has become a social media sensation in China.

Durian sellers in Malaysia are cashing in on China’s appetite for the pungent, prickly fruit. 101 East meets Edison Ang, a durian vendor who has become a social media sensation in China.

20,817 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

Durian, a strong-smelling fruit native to Southeast Asia, attracts passionate fans in China. For entrepreneurs like Wen Chao, it’s a lucrative opportunity. 101 East follows his journey to bring premium durians to China’s market.

Durian, a strong-smelling fruit native to Southeast Asia, attracts passionate fans in China. For entrepreneurs like Wen Chao, it’s a lucrative opportunity. 101 East follows his journey to bring premium durians to China’s market.

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In China, deep resentment towards Japan has persisted since the Second Sino-Japanese War. Beijing argues Tokyo has never fully apologised for its wartime aggression, fuelling anti-Japanese sentiment among younger generations.

In China, deep resentment towards Japan has persisted since the Second Sino-Japanese War. Beijing argues Tokyo has never fully apologised for its wartime aggression, fuelling anti-Japanese sentiment among younger generations.

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A corruption scandal in the Philippines is sparking protests and testing Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s government. Billions spent on flood-control projects were found incomplete or never built. Politicians are accused of embezzling funds for lavish lifestyles.

A corruption scandal in the Philippines is sparking protests and testing Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s government. Billions spent on flood-control projects were found incomplete or never built. Politicians are accused of embezzling funds for lavish lifestyles.

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Cyber criminals appear to be targeting Chinese international students worldwide, in a growing scam trend known as ‘virtual kidnapping’. 101 East investigates how victims are being coerced into faking their own abductions for ransom.

Cyber criminals appear to be targeting Chinese international students worldwide, in a growing scam trend known as ‘virtual kidnapping’. 101 East investigates how victims are being coerced into faking their own abductions for ransom.

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Bangladeshi lawyer Rajon Bapari says he was kidnapped at gunpoint by former PM Sheikh Hasina’s security forces. It was just a day after he had helped publish a book about her arch rival Khaleda Zia.

Bangladeshi lawyer Rajon Bapari says he was kidnapped at gunpoint by former PM Sheikh Hasina’s security forces. It was just a day after he had helped publish a book about her arch rival Khaleda Zia.

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The durian is the world’s most divisive fruit - people either love or hate it. Notorious for its strong smell, its rich, sweet and creamy flavour has fuelled a booming industry across Southeast Asia. Pailin Wedel explains how to pick the perfect durian.

The durian is the world’s most divisive fruit - people either love or hate it. Notorious for its strong smell, its rich, sweet and creamy flavour has fuelled a booming industry across Southeast Asia. Pailin Wedel explains how to pick the perfect durian.

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Myanmar’s Yatai New City was once a sleepy rural town, dotted with rice and corn fields. Now, it has transformed into a bustling boomtown, fueled by billions in Chinese investment. 101 East was granted unprecedented access to this enigmatic city:

Myanmar’s Yatai New City was once a sleepy rural town, dotted with rice and corn fields. Now, it has transformed into a bustling boomtown, fueled by billions in Chinese investment. 101 East was granted unprecedented access to this enigmatic city:

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Manufacturers of e-cigarettes in Malaysia and Indonesia are not required to disclose their ingredients. So what exactly is inside a vape e-liquid? Here’s what we found:

Manufacturers of e-cigarettes in Malaysia and Indonesia are not required to disclose their ingredients. So what exactly is inside a vape e-liquid? Here’s what we found:

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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim has defended the decision to deport domestic worker Nuon Toeun back to Cambodia, after she posted on social media criticising Cambodian government leaders. But critics say it was a clear example of transnational repression.

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim has defended the decision to deport domestic worker Nuon Toeun back to Cambodia, after she posted on social media criticising Cambodian government leaders. But critics say it was a clear example of transnational repression.

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The WHO is warning that a pathogen more severe than COVID-19 could be on the horizon. Known as Disease X, experts predict it could be more contagious and deadly. In this episode, we examine whether the world is ready for the next pandemic:

The WHO is warning that a pathogen more severe than COVID-19 could be on the horizon. Known as Disease X, experts predict it could be more contagious and deadly. In this episode, we examine whether the world is ready for the next pandemic:

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