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July, 2009

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21 July 2009

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Indonesia: Online Nationalism

Written by Carolina Rumuat · East Asia

Last Friday's dual blasts marked the end of six years of a peaceful Indonesia. As the nation condemns the terror attacks, young Indonesians are showing the spirit of nationalism online. Thanks to microblogging sites, many Indonesians are able to get out of their fear shells to express their patriotic sentiments.

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Australia: Jakarta bombings bring personal reactions

Written by Kevin Rennie · East Asia, Oceania

With three Australians among the nine deaths, responses to the terrorist bombings in Indonesia on Friday 17 July were not confined to the political blogs. Specialist social network sites in Australia reacted soon after the news broke.

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20 July 2009

Russia: Channel “2×2″ censors Putin episode of South Park

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Written by Ruth Collins · Eastern & Central Europe, North America

The recent decision by Russian television channel “2×2″ to cut a scene in an episode of the US cartoon series ”South Park” has sparked anger in the Russian blogosphere. Ruth Collins reviews some of the bloggers' reactions.

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India: Chasing a solar eclipse

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Written by Aparna Ray · South Asia

On July 22, we are about to witness the longest solar eclipse of the 21st century. The eclipse will be visible between 5.20am to 7.40am, from within a narrow corridor...

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Kenya: Devastating Drought Worsens Human-Wildlife Conflict

Written by Samuel Maina · Sub-Saharan Africa

Kenya is experiencing the worst drought in more than a decade according to the country's meteorological department. This drought has been felt throughout the country, but it is more visible...

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Cambodia, Thailand: Preah Vihear dispute continues

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Written by Chhunny Chhean · East Asia

The ancient Temple of Preah Vihear rests on the Cambodian and Thai borders. Exactly which country can claim Preah Vihear has been a source of contention between the neighboring countries. Since the July 2008 inscription by UNESCO, there has been violence in the region between Cambodian and Thai soldiers.

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