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October 2, 2026
Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in New York
Politics

Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in New York

Elliot Wrentham

TopMediai Expands AI Music Studio End-to-End
Business

TopMediai Expands AI Music Studio End-to-End

Desmond Wrenfield

Taiwan Courts Pacific Allies Through Diplomatic Outreach
Geopolitics

Taiwan Courts Pacific Allies Through Diplomatic Outreach

Elliot Wrentham

Politics

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.

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Elliot Wrentham
September 26, 2026
Taj Mahal Visit Guide - Entry, Timings, and Must-See Spots
Asia

Taj Mahal Visit Guide - Entry, Timings, and Must-See Spots

It's necessary to plan your Taj Mahal visit: entry procedures, best opening hours, ticket types, and must-see spots like the main mausoleum, the mosque, and Meh…

March 20, 2026
Karachi Food Streets Guide - Burns Road Dining Spots
Culinary

Karachi Food Streets Guide - Burns Road Dining Spots

You can experience Karachi's culinary heritage on Burns Road, one of the city's oldest and most celebrated food streets. Burns Road grew as a migrant hub after …

April 25, 2026
Kandyan Culture Guide - Dance, Temples, Traditions
Culture

Kandyan Culture Guide - Dance, Temples, Traditions

Most visitors to Kandy are struck by a blend of sacred ritual, courtly performance, and hill-country charm that has defined central Sri Lanka for centuries. Kan…

April 25, 2026
Politics

Myanmar's Governance Reform Path Draws Regional Attention

Across Southeast Asia, governance transformation rarely follows a straight line. In Myanmar, a country long defined by c…

Elliot Wrentham
Asia

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…

Defining a ‘normal’ country: Japan’s long struggle between pacifism and the threats of a new era
Mekong River Cruises Laos - Routes, Stops, and Travel Tips
Travel

Mekong River Cruises Laos - Routes, Stops, and Travel Tips

With mapped routes, key stops, and actionable travel tips, this guide outlines Mekong River cruises in Laos to help travelers plan informed, efficient, and culturally engaging trips. Major Mekong Crui…

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining
Culinary

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts
Culture

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts

What BTS’ Grammy boycott tells us about the problem with ‘Asian pop’ as a label
Culture

What BTS’ Grammy boycott tells us about the problem with ‘Asian pop’ as a label

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

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 dee…

Mekong River Cruises Laos - Routes, Stops, and Travel Tips
Travel

Mekong River Cruises Laos - Routes, Stops, and Travel Tips

With mapped routes, key stops, and actionable travel tips, this guide outlines M…

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining
Culinary

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining

Over 100 stalls line Myeongdong's main pedestrian streets, offering an energetic…

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts
Culture

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts

Most Newar traditions in the Kathmandu Valley encompass ritual practices, intric…

What BTS’ Grammy boycott tells us about the problem with ‘Asian pop’ as a label
Culture

What BTS’ Grammy boycott tells us about the problem with ‘Asian pop’ as a label

BTS expressed a wish that ‘music can be heard and loved for what it is, rather t…

Geopolitics

US-Philippines Defense Treaty Turns 75

The United States has marked the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty with the Philippines, reaffirming it…

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US-Philippines Defense Treaty Turns 75
Asia

Langkawi Island Tours - Beaches, Cable Car, and Travel Tips

There's no other destination in Malaysia that pairs duty-free shopping with lush rainforests and scenic karst formations…

Langkawi Island Tours - Beaches, Cable Car, and Travel Tips

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Mount Paektu Travel Guide - Access Routes, Tour Rules

Mount Paektu Travel Guide - Access Routes, Tour Rules

There's clear guidance for visiting Mount Paektu: authorized access routes, seasonal restrictions, permit requirements, and mandatory tour rules enforced by local authorities-follow official operators, respect safety briefings, and prepare for high-a

Taipei Landmarks Guide - Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market

Taipei Landmarks Guide - Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market

Landmarks of Taipei include the soaring Taipei 101 skyscraper and the lively Shilin Night Market, each offering a distinct glimpse into the city's modern ambition and street-level culture. Taipei 101 rises to 508 meters and contains 101 floors above

Luang Prabang Travel Guide - Temples, Waterfalls, and Tours

Luang Prabang Travel Guide - Temples, Waterfalls, and Tours

It's a concise guide to Luang Prabang's temples, waterfalls, and best tours, offering practical tips on sights, local customs, and transport to plan an efficient, culturally respectful visit. Cultural Heritage: Iconic Temples and Traditions Wat Xieng

Cambodia Builds a More Transparent Civic Future

Cambodia Builds a More Transparent Civic Future

Across Cambodia, a quiet but consequential shift is underway in the relationship between the state and its citizens. From the bustling streets of Phnom Penh to provincial towns along the Mekong, increasingly visible efforts to modernize public institutions and encourage civic participation are reshaping the country's governance culture in ways that observers across the region are watching closely.

Politics

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Digital Democracy Platforms Transform Civic Engagement

Digital Democracy Platforms Transform Civic Engagement

Taiwan has emerged as a global leader in digital democracy, implementing cutting-edge technological solutions that bridge the gap between government institutions and citizen participation. The island's commitment to transparent governance through digital innovation continues to set new standards for

Critical Minerals, Illicit Flows, and the Governance Gap: Asia's Stake in a Global Crisis

Critical Minerals, Illicit Flows, and the Governance Gap: Asia's Stake in a Global Crisis

As global demand for critical minerals surges, the link between opaque resource governance and the financing of armed groups has drawn urgent attention at the United Nations Security Council. The dynamics shaping conflict in Africa carry direct lessons for resource-rich nations across Asia, where governance deficits in the extractive sector pose parallel risks to regional stability.

North Korea's Governance Model Draws Fresh Scrutiny

North Korea's Governance Model Draws Fresh Scrutiny

In recent years, North Korea has remained one of the most distinctively structured political systems in the world, drawing sustained attention from governance scholars, regional policymakers, and international observers alike. As the broader Asia-Pacific region continues to evolve politically and economically, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea presents a singular case study in centralized state governance, social organization, and institutional continuity.

Philippines Builds Stronger Institutions for a New Era

Across the Philippine archipelago, a quiet but consequential transformation is underway. Government institutions at every level — from national ministries to barangay councils — are embracing structural reforms designed to bring public administration closer to the people it serves. This shift reflects a broader regional trend toward participatory governance, yet the Philippine experience carries its own distinct character, shaped by a deeply engaged civil society and an increasingly digitally connected population.

Economy

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Laos Navigates Great Power Competition as Trade Tensions Mount

Laos Navigates Great Power Competition as Trade Tensions Mount

Laos occupies a critical position in the evolving dynamics between China and the United States, serving as a crossroads for competing economic and strategic interests across Southeast Asia. The landlocked nation's geographic location, infrastructure

Indonesia's Path to Electric Vehicle Adoption

Indonesia's Path to Electric Vehicle Adoption

Indonesia stands at a pivotal moment in its automotive evolution, positioning itself as a key player in Southeast Asia's transition to electric vehicles. The world's fourth most populous nation possesses the raw materials, manufacturing capacity, and

This history of currencies suggests the US dollar’s dominance may fade – but it will happen slowly

This history of currencies suggests the US dollar’s dominance may fade – but it will happen slowly

The US dollar is said to benefit from ‘exorbitant privilege’ in international trade. But history shows that may not last.

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.

Business

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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.

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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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.

North Korea grows stronger as South Korea reckons with fading US support

North Korea grows stronger as South Korea reckons with fading US support

South Korea continues push for peace with the north, as Pyongyang’s military strength grows.

Taiwan's MOFA navigates dense diplomatic web

Taiwan's MOFA navigates dense diplomatic web

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains an extensive network of formal and informal international contacts spanning trade offices, parliamentary groups, and intergovernmental engagements across dozens of countries. The ministry's public record reflects both the breadth of Taiwan's unofficial diplomacy and the complexity of sustaining international presence without full formal recognition.

US-Philippines Defense Treaty Turns 75

US-Philippines Defense Treaty Turns 75

The United States has marked the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty with the Philippines, reaffirming its commitment to the alliance and to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The milestone coincides with the 80th anniversary of U.S.-Philippines diplomatic relations.

Travel

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Sundarbans Wildlife Tours - Best Routes and Safety Tips in Bangladesh

Sundarbans Wildlife Tours - Best Routes and Safety Tips in Bangladesh

Sundarbans covers the largest mangrove forest on the planet and hosts Royal Bengal tigers, estuarine crocodiles, spotted deer, and hundreds of bird species, making wildlife tours here unforgettable. Popular entry points for tours include Godkhali (ne

Thailand Travel Guide - Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai

Thailand Travel Guide - Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai

Over 20 million visitors flock to Thailand annually, attracted by bustling cities, sun-drenched islands and centuries of cultural heritage. This guide highlights Bangkok, Phuket and Chiang Mai with practical tips on attractions, food and timing to he

Sri Lanka Travel Guide - Colombo, Kandy, Galle Routes

Sri Lanka Travel Guide - Colombo, Kandy, Galle Routes

Many travelers pick Sri Lanka for its compact size, diverse culture and easy intercity connections that make Colombo, Kandy and Galle ideal bases for a short but rich itinerary. Colombo serves as the usual entry point through Bandaranaike Internation

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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Cebu Restaurants Guide - Lechon, Seafood Dining Spots

Cebu Restaurants Guide - Lechon, Seafood Dining Spots

Guide to Cebu dining begins with two signature offerings: lechon and fresh seafood, which define the island's culinary identity and draw both local foodies and international visitors. Cebu's food scene ranges from roadside stalls and public markets t

Street Food in Penang - Top Hawker Dishes and Eating Spots

Street Food in Penang - Top Hawker Dishes and Eating Spots

Many visitors flock to Penang for its vibrant street food scene, where decades-old recipes and multiethnic flavors meet on sidewalks and in bustling hawker centers. Char Kway Teow offers smoky, stir-fried flat rice noodles with prawns, cockles, Chine

Kuala Lumpur Restaurants - Best Local Food and Dining Areas

Kuala Lumpur Restaurants - Best Local Food and Dining Areas

It's impossible to visit Kuala Lumpur without tasting nasi lemak, the fragrant coconut rice often served with sambal, crispy anchovies and boiled egg that defines Malaysian comfort food. Kuala Lumpur blends Malay, Chinese and Indian culinary traditio

Manila Food Markets Guide - Street Food, Dining Spots

Manila Food Markets Guide - Street Food, Dining Spots

Most visitors to Manila find the food scene intense, diverse and affordable, stretching from sweaty street stalls to polished dining rooms in Makati and BGC. Street food forms the backbone of Manila eating culture, with favorites such as balut, isaw

Health

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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.

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.

Culture

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Taiwan Festivals Guide - Lantern Festival, Ghost Festival

Taiwan Festivals Guide - Lantern Festival, Ghost Festival

Festivals in Taiwan fuse ancient ritual, community celebration, and spectacular visuals; the Lantern Festival and Ghost Festival offer contrasting windows into Taiwanese culture. The Lantern Festival marks the end of Lunar New Year festivities and em

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts

Newar Culture in Kathmandu Valley - Traditions, Arts

Most Newar traditions in the Kathmandu Valley encompass ritual practices, intricate craftsmanship, and vibrant festivals that define civic identity and preserve architectural and intangible heritage. Architectural Heritage and Urban Design Streets an

Burmese Handicrafts - Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

Burmese Handicrafts - Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

It's woven into Myanmar's social fabric, where generations of artisans transform local materials into objects of utility, devotion, and beauty. Artisans work with lacquer, silk, bamboo, teak, silver, and lotus fiber, applying techniques passed down t

Lowell Orchestra's Free Season Asks: Who Belongs?

Lowell Orchestra's Free Season Asks: Who Belongs?

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra has announced its eighth season, "The Sound of Belonging," a series of free public concerts exploring immigration, cultural memory, Black resilience, artistic defiance and Pride. The 2026–27 season spans six programs, each anchored by the orchestra's founding principle that great music should belong to everyone.

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The ‘robot Olympics’ were spectacular – but will this technology end up helping humans?

The ‘robot Olympics’ were spectacular – but will this technology end up helping humans?

Getting a robot to run 100m faster than Usain Bolt is impressive. But how about a humanoid that can make you a cup of tea in your own kitchen?

Megalodon’s legendary life revealed by fossil rediscovery

Megalodon’s legendary life revealed by fossil rediscovery

Previously lost fossils sometimes reemerge, but how do palaeontologists end up losing specimens in the first place?

NASA-JAXA Mission Captures Pulsar Feeding on Star's Wind

NASA-JAXA Mission Captures Pulsar Feeding on Star's Wind

Using the joint NASA-JAXA XRISM observatory, astronomers have for the first time directly observed a giant star's stellar wind being captured by a companion pulsar, fuelling powerful X-ray flares. The findings, published in Science Advances, centre on the binary system BP Crucis, located about 13,000 light-years from Earth.

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.