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What's behind a fresh panic about attacks on Islamic figures at the hands of "crazy people"?

Data suggest public opinion and civil society do influence judges. That's both good and bad for the quality of their decisions.

What makes the Philippines tick, and what's the one piece of art, object or artefact that could provide an answer?

Special forum in Canberra brings together scholars and civil society to survey the effects of Hun Sen's crackdown.

Indonesian law recognises both international human rights norms and 'religious values'. The latter are increasingly taking precedence.

A snapshot of the problems of Indonesia's education system from highland Papua.

A historically-focussed review of the AGNSW's Passion + Procession: Art of the Philippines exhibition.

Claims of widespread Rohingya radicalisation in Malaysia don't ring true on the ground.

Why is the PAP sidelining the most worthy candidate to succeed Lee Hsien Loong?

The experienced journalist and editor joins the New Mandala team as Contributing Editor to oversee our coverage of Malaysia's upcoming general election.

A common logic—play nice with Beijing, get investment—doesn't fit the facts in the Philippines.

Maritime historian Jeffrey Mellefont on why UNESCO has recognised the cultural significance of South Sulawesi boat-building.