Global Voices: Daily Digest—October 29-30, 2011

Myanmar Netizens to BBC: Apologize Now
Some Myanmar netizens are asking BBC to apologize for publishing an 'inaccurate' map of Myanmar's ethnic groups. BBC has already updated the map but netizens still want a formal apology. read>>

Ukraine: "We Are Europeans"
Ordinary Ukrainians are using citizen media and social networks to voice their commitment to European values and organize rallies in support of Ukraine's European orientation. Veronica Khokhlova reports. read>>

China: Questions Following Mekong River Massacre
Thirteen Chinese sailors were killed earlier this month in an attack on two cargo ships. Nine Thai soldiers have claimed responsibility, which the Thai government says is theirs alone, but contradicting points in the case have left many with lingering doubts. read>>

Egypt: Blogger Alaa Abd El Fattah Detained for 15 Days
Egyptian activist and blogger Alaa Abd El Fattah has been detained for 15 days, after refusing to be interrogated. He appeared at the Military Prosecutor, along with fellow activist Bahaa Saber, today as supporters gathered outside, denouncing military trials. read>>

Brazil: Police Restrain Students at the University of São Paulo
The military police launched a blitz operation at the University of São Paulo (USP) after approaching three students smoking marijuana on the night of October 27, 2011). Dozens of police cars surrounded one of the school's buildings, where hundreds of people were protesting the incarceration of students caught smoking marijuana. read>>

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Israel: Netizens Prepare to Take to the Streets in a New Social Justice Protest
Yemen: VP Hadi Leaves to the US for Treatment!
Brazil: Niobium, National Mineral Wealth at Knock Off Prices?
Trinidad & Tobago: Celebrating Anya's Project Runway Win
Kyrgyzstan: There Is No Silence Day in Internet
Japan's IT exodus: A personal perspective
Russia: Retired Tennis Star Marat Safin to Run for Parliament
Thailand: Floods and Social Media

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