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October 21, 2026
Street Food Across Asia: Culture Served on the Curb
Lifestyle

Street Food Across Asia: Culture Served on the Curb

Amara Winfield

Living With the Monsoon: How Tropical Asia Adapts
Asia

Living With the Monsoon: How Tropical Asia Adapts

Amara Winfield

Japan’s MMX mission aims to swipe soil samples from Mars’ moon Phobos
Asia

Japan’s MMX mission aims to swipe soil samples from Mars’ moon Phobos

Daniel Brown

Geopolitics

Taiwan's UN Exclusion: The Weight of Resolution 2758

Taiwan's UN Exclusion: The Weight of Resolution 2758

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has highlighted the unresolved question of representation for the island's population within the United Nations system. The issue centres on how UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 continues to shape Taiwan's access to international organisations and global frameworks.

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Elliot Wrentham
October 21, 2026
Bangladesh has lost 900 children to measles – a warning to other countries where vaccine rates have slipped
Asia

Bangladesh has lost 900 children to measles – a warning to other countries where vaccine rates have slipped

After a pandemic-era collapse in vaccination, Bangladesh is racing to protect children from measles, but lasting protection depends on reaching 95% coverage.

Vikram Niranjan
October 12, 2026
North Korea Travel Guide - Pyongyang Tours, Entry Rules
Asia

North Korea Travel Guide - Pyongyang Tours, Entry Rules

There's strict entry paperwork, mandatory guided tours, and regulated conduct in Pyongyang; this guide explains visa processes, approved itineraries, and travel…

March 21, 2026
'The King of Trash' Sells Out Bay Area Screens
Culture

'The King of Trash' Sells Out Bay Area Screens

A documentary about Vietnamese American recycling entrepreneur David Duong and his family's journey from refugee boats to building California Waste Solutions ha…

Priya Ashgrove
September 19, 2026
Culinary

Nepal Cuisine Guide - Dal Bhat, Momos, Newari Dishes

There's a rich Nepali culinary tradition centered on Dal Bhat, complemented by steamed momos and flavorful Newari specia…

Nepal Cuisine Guide - Dal Bhat, Momos, Newari Dishes
Politics

Southeast Asia's Evolving Political Landscape

Southeast Asia's political structures continue to evolve as democratic institutions compete with authoritarian tendencie…

Southeast Asia's Evolving Political Landscape
Taiwan's MOFA Responds to Vietnam Crisis While Sustaining
Economy

Taiwan's MOFA Responds to Vietnam Crisis While Sustaining

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has activated emergency response measures amid violence against Taiwanese businesspeople in Vietnam, while maintaining a broad diplomatic and trade network across …

Desmond Wrenfield
Galle Restaurants Guide - Seafood, Coastal Dining
Culinary

Galle Restaurants Guide - Seafood, Coastal Dining

Asia Leads Global Shift Toward Smart Infrastructure
Asia

Asia Leads Global Shift Toward Smart Infrastructure

India's DRI Seizes 21 kg of Smuggled Gold in Crackdown
Asia

India's DRI Seizes 21 kg of Smuggled Gold in Crackdown

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Nepal Cuisine Guide - Dal Bhat, Momos, Newari Dishes
Culinary

Nepal Cuisine Guide - Dal Bhat, Momos, Newari Dishes

There's a rich Nepali culinary tradition centered on Dal Bhat, complemented by s…

Southeast Asia's Evolving Political Landscape
Politics

Southeast Asia's Evolving Political Landscape

Southeast Asia's political structures continue to evolve as democratic instituti…

Taiwan's MOFA Responds to Vietnam Crisis While Sustaining
Economy

Taiwan's MOFA Responds to Vietnam Crisis While Sustaining

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has activated emergency response measures a…

Galle Restaurants Guide - Seafood, Coastal Dining
Culinary

Galle Restaurants Guide - Seafood, Coastal Dining

You can explore a vibrant seafood scene in Galle where fresh catches and coastal…

Asia Leads Global Shift Toward Smart Infrastructure
Asia

Asia Leads Global Shift Toward Smart Infrastructure

Asian metropolitan centers are spearheading a transformative wave of digital inf…

Asia

South Korea Reshapes Governance for a New Era

South Korea is steadily emerging as one of Asia's most instructive examples of institutional self-renewal. Across legisl…

Asia

Asia's Urban Reckoning: Housing Shortfalls and the Race to Build Sustainable Cities

With billions worldwide lacking safe, affordable housing and urban populations set to keep swelling, Asian nations sit a…

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Asia

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Defining a ‘normal’ country: Japan’s long struggle between pacifism and the threats of a new era

Defining a ‘normal’ country: Japan’s long struggle between pacifism and the threats of a new era

Japan’s leader says the country needs a stronger military. This has prompted deep reflection and fierce debate about the country’s post-war legacy.

Yangon City Travel - Landmarks, Pagodas, and Key Attractions

Yangon City Travel - Landmarks, Pagodas, and Key Attractions

Most visitors to Yangon are drawn to the golden spire of Shwedagon Pagoda, which dominates the city skyline and offers a window into Myanmar's Buddhist heritage. The city's mixture of colonial-era buildings, busy markets, and quiet lakes creates a va

Vietnam's Governance Reforms Reshape Public Trust

Across Vietnam, a quiet but consequential shift is underway in the relationship between citizens and the institutions that govern them. More and more, local and national authorities are embracing structural reforms designed not merely to streamline bureaucracy but to build a more transparent, participatory and efficient form of public administration. The result is a society increasingly engaged with governance — and a state growing more responsive to the needs of its people.

Japan’s MMX mission aims to swipe soil samples from Mars’ moon Phobos

Japan’s MMX mission aims to swipe soil samples from Mars’ moon Phobos

The mission could help resolve how Mars’ two moons were formed.

Politics

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Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in New York

Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in New York

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met in New York, reaffirming the US-India strategic partnership's role in the Indo-Pacific. The two officials also discussed developments in the Middle East and the prospect of sanctions on states conducting economic dealings with Russia and Iran.

Digital Democracy Platforms Transform Citizen Engagement

Digital Democracy Platforms Transform Citizen Engagement

Southeast Asian nations are pioneering revolutionary digital democracy platforms that fundamentally transform how citizens engage with their governments. These sophisticated technological solutions create unprecedented opportunities for public participation in policy development, decision-making pro

India’s cockroach movement brought down a minister. Bringing real reform will be much harder

India’s cockroach movement brought down a minister. Bringing real reform will be much harder

The structural issues fuelling anger and frustration among young people have existed for decades. Here’s where the government needs to start. Over the past few weeks, young people have mobilised to protest India’s broken education system, against the background of a shortage of job opportunities.

Sri Lanka Pioneers Digital Governance Revolution in South Asia

Sri Lanka Pioneers Digital Governance Revolution in South Asia

Sri Lanka has emerged as a frontrunner in digital governance transformation, implementing comprehensive e-government initiatives that streamline public services and enhance citizen participation across the island nation.

Economy

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China's AI Revolution Transforms Asian Entertainment Landscape

China's AI Revolution Transforms Asian Entertainment Landscape

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how entertainment content is created, distributed, and consumed across Asia, with China emerging as a central innovator in this transformation. Government policies, technological infrastructure, and private sector

Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?

Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?

For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.

India's Heritage Artifacts in Global Auction Markets

India's Heritage Artifacts in Global Auction Markets

India's cultural treasures command significant presence in international auction houses, reflecting both the nation's rich artistic heritage and complex challenges around artifact repatriation. The movement of Indian heritage items through global mar

India's NHAI and Gujarat Water Body Sign Highway MoU

India's NHAI and Gujarat Water Body Sign Highway MoU

India's National Highways Authority and Gujarat's Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a simplified, time-bound approval framework for national highway, canal, and pipeline crossings in Gujarat. The agreement includes a mutual waiver of fees and charges and sets out standardised engineering practices aimed at reducing costs and accelerating project delivery.

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WIPO Appoints Thailand's Princess Sirivannavari as Ambassador for Fashion and Design

WIPO Appoints Thailand's Princess Sirivannavari as Ambassador for Fashion and Design

The World Intellectual Property Organization has appointed Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya of Thailand as its Ambassador for Fashion and Design, citing her 541 IP assets and her work connecting Thai artisans with global markets. The appointment, announced in Geneva on 28 May 2026, underscores Thailand's growing ambitions as a creative economy and its royal family's long engagement with intellectual property.

India Bets on SCI to Anchor Its Maritime Rise

India Bets on SCI to Anchor Its Maritime Rise

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has called on the Shipping Corporation of India to spearhead the country's push toward self-reliant shipbuilding and maritime capacity, framing the state-owned enterprise as central to India's ambitions under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. SCI, which began operations in 1961 with 19 vessels, now operates a fleet of 58 ships totalling 5.26 million deadweight tonnage.

TopMediai Expands AI Music Studio End-to-End

TopMediai Expands AI Music Studio End-to-End

Hong Kong-based TopMediai has upgraded its AI Music Creation Studio to connect song generation with cover production, language adaptation, music video creation, and release artwork in a single workflow. The update is designed to keep the full range of post-production tasks tied to the original track rather than scattered across separate tools.

Geopolitics

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Xi, Putin and Modi looking in different directions as Shanghai Cooperation Organisation marks 25th anniversary

Xi, Putin and Modi looking in different directions as Shanghai Cooperation Organisation marks 25th anniversary

Despite representing a quarter of the globe, the bloc has never managed to present a unified worldview.

How the ‘geopolitical stigma’ associated with Putin’s Russia is affecting ordinary Russians

How the ‘geopolitical stigma’ associated with Putin’s Russia is affecting ordinary Russians

The full-scale invasion of Ukraine changed more than Russia’s relations with the west – it changed the meaning of being Russian.

India and Pakistan’s 79-year rivalry has made the dangerous move into space

India and Pakistan’s 79-year rivalry has made the dangerous move into space

India and Pakistan fought a war in 2025 that was wholly dependent on space technology.

C5+1 Nations Chart Shared Course in Samarkand

C5+1 Nations Chart Shared Course in Samarkand

The foreign ministers of five Central Asian nations and the U.S. Secretary of State convened in Samarkand on October 19, 2026, reaffirming a broad partnership spanning trade, energy, security, and cultural preservation. The joint statement outlines ambitions to place Central Asia at the center of the global economy through upgraded transport links, deeper energy cooperation, and strengthened security frameworks.

Travel

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South Korea Travel Guide - Seoul, Busan Routes Plan

South Korea Travel Guide - Seoul, Busan Routes Plan

SouthKorea travel guide for planning routes between Seoul and Busan with transit tips and sample itineraries to make the most of a short trip. Seoul arrival options include Incheon Airport via AREX express train, airport limousine buses, and taxis. K

Angkor Wat Tours - Top Attractions and Visitor Tips in Cambodia

Angkor Wat Tours - Top Attractions and Visitor Tips in Cambodia

Tours of Angkor Wat reveal iconic temples, sunrise vistas, guided-route options, ticketing details, and courteous etiquette to maximize your visit in Cambodia. Iconic Temples and Architectural Highlights The Grandeur of Angkor Wat at Sunrise Dawn at

Hong Kong Unveils Revolutionary Floating Tourism Districts

Hong Kong Unveils Revolutionary Floating Tourism Districts

Hong Kong has transformed its legendary harbor into a collection of innovative floating tourism districts, offering visitors unprecedented ways to experience the city's maritime heritage while embracing futuristic technologies. These revolutionary attractions represent a bold reimagining of urban to

Ho Chi Minh City Guide - Landmarks, District Routes

Ho Chi Minh City Guide - Landmarks, District Routes

Just follow this authoritative guide to Ho Chi Minh City landmarks and district routes, with clear maps, transport options, and practical tips for efficient sightseeing across central districts. Political History and the Independence Palace Independe

Culinary

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Busan Seafood Guide - Jagalchi Market Dining Tips

Busan Seafood Guide - Jagalchi Market Dining Tips

You will find Jagalchi Market at the heart of Busan's waterfront, offering a vivid mix of live tanks, stacked shellfish, and sliced raw fish stalls. The market runs from early morning into the evening, drawing locals and visitors who want fresh, imme

Traditional Burmese Cuisine - Popular Dishes and Recipes

Traditional Burmese Cuisine - Popular Dishes and Recipes

အစားအစာ Burmese cuisine blends flavors from India, China, and Southeast Asia into dishes defined by fresh herbs, fermented condiments, and balanced sour, salty, bitter, and spicy notes. Staple ingredients include rice, fish paste (ngapi), tamarind, g

Kathmandu Food Markets - Street Food and Local Dining

Kathmandu Food Markets - Street Food and Local Dining

Most Kathmandu food markets showcase bustling stalls and small eateries serving momo, samosa, chatamari, and dal bhat, offering authentic Nepali flavors, clear pricing, and practical guidance for visitors seeking safe, flavorful street food. Historic

Chiang Mai Food Guide - Northern Thai Cuisine Dishes

Chiang Mai Food Guide - Northern Thai Cuisine Dishes

With its aromatic blend of coconut, curry, herbs and roasted spices, Chiang Mai showcases a distinct northern Thai cuisine rooted in Lanna tradition. Chiang Mai dishes emphasize savory, smoky and herb-forward flavors with less reliance on sugar than

Health

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I love my skincare routine. Do I have a body image problem?

I love my skincare routine. Do I have a body image problem?

Spending time on skincare can be enjoyable, creative and soothing. But sometimes this self-care can be concerning. Could it be ‘cosmeticorexia’?

Do we really need 10,000 steps a day?

Do we really need 10,000 steps a day?

The infamous 10,000 steps per day recommendation didn’t come from a research laboratory.

Feeling the burn? It’s not lactic acid

Feeling the burn? It’s not lactic acid

The myth that lactic acid causes the ‘burn’ we feel during exercise is actually a long-lasting misunderstanding.

Autism and ADHD: people need support before diagnosis, but getting one can change their lives

Autism and ADHD: people need support before diagnosis, but getting one can change their lives

An autism or ADHD diagnosis can transform how people understand themselves. But better mental health support is needed both before and after diagnosis.

Culture

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Boun Pi Mai Festival Laos - Traditions and Cultural Events

Boun Pi Mai Festival Laos - Traditions and Cultural Events

There's a centuries-old Lao New Year festival, Boun Pi Mai, featuring water blessings, Buddhist rituals, parades, traditional music and family gatherings that showcase Lao cultural identity and community resilience. Sacred Rituals and Spiritual Purif

Thingyan Festival Myanmar - Traditions and Cultural Events

Thingyan Festival Myanmar - Traditions and Cultural Events

It's Myanmar's most exuberant New Year celebration, observed in mid-April with lively water-throwing, religious rites, and community gatherings that mark purification and renewal. Thingyan traces its origins to ancient Buddhist and Hindu myths, inclu

Small-Press Books Shape Q3 2026 Reading Lists

Small-Press Books Shape Q3 2026 Reading Lists

Publishers Newswire has released its semi-annual "Books to Bookmark" list for Q3 2026, spotlighting ten titles from small North American publishers across fiction, memoir, parenting, and finance. Editor Christopher Laird Simmons notes that despite this year's economic pressures, books remain among the most affordable forms of entertainment.

South Korea Culture Guide - Hanbok, Etiquette, Customs

South Korea Culture Guide - Hanbok, Etiquette, Customs

Just wearing a hanbok connects modern visitors with centuries of Korean tradition through flowing lines, layered fabrics, and symbolic colors. Hanbok refers to traditional Korean clothing worn by men, women, and children. Jeogori (jackets) pair with

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From Dawn Carts to Night Markets: SE Asia's Street Food

From Dawn Carts to Night Markets: SE Asia's Street Food

Across Southeast Asia, street food vendors form the backbone of daily eating habits, serving millions of people at all hours of the day. From steaming noodle soups at dawn to grilled skewers under fluorescent night-market lights, the street stall is a culinary institution.

Flip-Flops and Function: Footwear in the Tropics

Flip-Flops and Function: Footwear in the Tropics

Across tropical Asia, the humble flip-flop has become far more than casual footwear — it reflects climate, culture, and practical necessity. Correspondents examine why comfort-first footwear choices are deeply embedded in daily life across the region.

Street Food Across Asia: Culture Served on the Curb

Street Food Across Asia: Culture Served on the Curb

From Bangkok's night bazaars to Taipei's lantern-lit alleys, street food across Asia functions as far more than a convenient meal. Researchers and urban planners increasingly recognize it as a vehicle for cultural memory, economic mobility, and community life.

Cold Brews and Chilled Teas Cool Asia's Warming Cities

Cold Brews and Chilled Teas Cool Asia's Warming Cities

Across Asia's sweltering urban centers, iced coffee and tea have evolved from simple refreshments into culturally embedded rituals. Their rising popularity reflects both climatic pressures and shifting consumer habits across the region.

Science

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China is launching a Moon mission to find water ice. It’s unlike anything NASA has done

China is launching a Moon mission to find water ice. It’s unlike anything NASA has done

We’ve known for a while now that the Moon has water. Accessing it will make it easier not just to visit, but to stay.

India's virologists convene to sharpen pandemic readiness

India's virologists convene to sharpen pandemic readiness

The 9th Molecular Virology Meeting concluded in New Delhi on 18 September 2026, drawing around 200 clinicians, researchers and students to discuss viral biology and the translation of virology research into vaccines, diagnostics and public-health tools. A high-level panel examined how India can build a stronger national virology innovation and preparedness ecosystem in line with the government's BioE3 policy and Viksit Bharat vision.

Nasa’s new space telescope will tackle some of the universe’s biggest mysteries

Nasa’s new space telescope will tackle some of the universe’s biggest mysteries

The Nancy Grace Roman telescope will probe dark energy and discover exoplanets.

When a teenager makes the ‘stupid choice’, their brain is working exactly as designed

When a teenager makes the ‘stupid choice’, their brain is working exactly as designed

If a young person trusts the system to deliver a just outcome, their brain’s urgent need for retribution is dialled down.