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I lived through the first Taliban girls’ school ban — watching it happen again is heartbreaking
Asia

I lived through the first Taliban girls’ school ban — watching it happen again is heartbreaking

Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds Nearly 3,000 Flights
Science

Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds Nearly 3,000 Flights

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Despite losing everything, communities along the Nepal-Tibet border are helping each other rebuild
Asia

Despite losing everything, communities along the Nepal-Tibet border are helping each other rebuild

Asia

I lived through the first Taliban girls’ school ban — watching it happen again is heartbreaking

I lived through the first Taliban girls’ school ban — watching it happen again is heartbreaking

The author was banned from school by the Taliban as a girl in 1996. Years after the Taliban returned to power in 2021, she asks why the international community’s response has fallen so short.

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September 1, 2026
North Korea's Governance Model Draws Fresh Scrutiny
Politics

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 s…

July 9, 2026
Pyongyang Landmarks Guide - Kim Il Sung Square, Metro
Asia

Pyongyang Landmarks Guide - Kim Il Sung Square, Metro

There's a concise overview of Kim Il Sung Square and the Pyongyang Metro, presenting historical context, architectural highlights, access tips, and what visitor…

March 21, 2026
Traditional Lao Cuisine - Popular Dishes and Local Recipes
Culinary

Traditional Lao Cuisine - Popular Dishes and Local Recipes

Recipes showcase Laos's bold flavors, from larb and sticky rice to tam mak hoong, with local techniques and authentic ingredients explained for home cooks. Esse…

March 20, 2026
Asia

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide - Landmarks and Top Attractions

Over the past few decades Kuala Lumpur has transformed into Malaysia's bustling capital, blending contemporary skyscrape…

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide - Landmarks and Top Attractions
Culture

Thailand Festivals Guide - Songkran, Loy Krathong

You can experience two of Thailand's most memorable celebrations: Songkran in April and Loy Krathong in November, each b…

Thailand Festivals Guide - Songkran, Loy Krathong
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 deep reflection and fierce debate about the country’s post-war legacy.

Politics

China's Governance Model Evolves for a New Era

Karachi Food Streets Guide - Burns Road Dining Spots
Culinary

Karachi Food Streets Guide - Burns Road Dining Spots

Politics

Bangladesh Reshapes Governance for a New Era

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide - Landmarks and Top Attractions
Asia

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide - Landmarks and Top Attractions

Over the past few decades Kuala Lumpur has transformed into Malaysia's bustling …

Thailand Festivals Guide - Songkran, Loy Krathong
Culture

Thailand Festivals Guide - Songkran, Loy Krathong

You can experience two of Thailand's most memorable celebrations: Songkran in Ap…

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…

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 …

China's Digital Villages Transform Rural Culture
Culture

China's Digital Villages Transform Rural Culture

China's ambitious digital village initiatives are reshaping traditional rural co…

Culture

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, a…

Thingyan Festival Myanmar - Traditions and Cultural Events
Culture

Bangladesh Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

Over centuries, Bangladesh handicrafts have woven a vivid tapestry that reflects rural life, religious practice, and reg…

Bangladesh Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

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

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 Mehtab Bagh for sunset views are covered with practical tips and authoritative details to opt

Palawan Travel Guide - El Nido, Coron Access Routes

Palawan Travel Guide - El Nido, Coron Access Routes

There's a growing number of ways to reach El Nido and Coron in Palawan, Philippines. El Nido is served by El Nido Airport (ENI) with direct flights from Manila operated mainly by AirSwift, trimming travel time to about an hour. Those seeking cheaper

Jakarta City Travel - Landmarks, Museums, and Urban Highlights

Jakarta City Travel - Landmarks, Museums, and Urban Highlights

It's Jakarta's rich heritage, from the National Monument and Kota Tua to leading museums and dynamic urban districts, that shapes practical travel planning and highlights must-see sites for first-time and repeat visitors. Iconic Landmarks and Histori

Kathmandu Heritage Sites - UNESCO Temples Travel Guide

Kathmandu Heritage Sites - UNESCO Temples Travel Guide

Most visitors to Kathmandu seek UNESCO-listed temples, and this guide provides practical history, visiting tips, and conservation context for key heritage sites like Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. The Durbar Squares: Royal Le

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Indonesia's Institutions Chart a New Course for Governance

Across the Indonesian archipelago, a quiet but consequential transformation is taking shape. Political institutions at every level of government are recalibrating their approaches to public administration, civic participation, and policy delivery — signaling a maturing democracy that is learning to govern a vast and extraordinarily diverse nation with greater precision and purpose.

China's Governance Model Draws Fresh Global Attention

Across the globe, governance scholars and policy analysts are paying closer attention to how China continues to evolve its political institutions — not simply as a matter of ideological interest, but as a practical study in how large, complex societies organize themselves for long-term development. In recent months, this conversation has gained renewed momentum as Beijing advances a new generation of administrative reforms designed to strengthen institutional coherence and public responsiveness.

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 Scholarly Attention

North Korea remains one of the most studied yet least understood political systems in the contemporary world. As international academic interest in comparative governance grows, scholars are turning renewed attention toward how the Democratic People's Republic of Korea structures its institutions, manages its society, and maintains political continuity across generations — offering a rare case study in highly centralized state organization.

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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

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.

Bangladesh's Garment Sector Adapts to Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics

Bangladesh's Garment Sector Adapts to Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics

Bangladesh's garment industry stands at a critical inflection point as regional trade patterns evolve and supply chain strategies shift across Asia. The sector, which employs millions and anchors the nation's export economy, faces both structural pre

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.

Geopolitics

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Nuclear Tests Shatter Trust, Not Prove Strength, UN Chief Warns on International Day against Nuclear Tests

Nuclear Tests Shatter Trust, Not Prove Strength, UN Chief Warns on International Day against Nuclear Tests

UN Secretary-General António Guterres marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests on 29 August with a call for all nuclear-armed states to maintain existing moratoria and bring the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty into force without delay. Guterres framed nuclear testing not as a demonstration of power but as an act that shatters trust, invites reciprocal tests, and fuels a nuclear arms race.

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.

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.

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.

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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

Taiwan Travel Guide - Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung Routes

Taiwan Travel Guide - Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung Routes

Taiwan offers a compact, efficient route network connecting Taipei, Taichung and Kaohsiung, ideal for a one- to two-week trip. Taipei serves as the main international gateway with attractions such as Taipei 101, the National Palace Museum, Ximending

Great Wall of China Tours - Routes, Tips, and Visitor Guidelines

Great Wall of China Tours - Routes, Tips, and Visitor Guidelines

It's a concise guide to Great Wall routes, practical visitor tips, and mandatory guidelines for safe, respectful touring. Sections compare restored and wild stretches, ticketing, access, and optimal visiting times. Iconic Trekking Routes and Wall Sec

Cox’s Bazar Beach Guide - Top Attractions and Activities in Bangladesh

Cox’s Bazar Beach Guide - Top Attractions and Activities in Bangladesh

Most visitors to Bangladesh head straight to Cox's Bazar for its 120-kilometre unbroken sandy beach, a dramatic shoreline that runs from Himchari to Inani and beyond. The wide, gently sloping beach invites long walks, spectacular sunsets, and people-

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Bangkok Street Food Guide - Yaowarat Dining Spots

Bangkok Street Food Guide - Yaowarat Dining Spots

StreetFood in Yaowarat pulses with neon-lit stalls and a mix of Chinese-Thai flavors that attract locals and visitors alike. Yaowarat Road serves as Bangkok's Chinatown artery where vendors push carts selling noodles, grilled seafood, dim sum, and sw

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

Mongolian BBQ Dining - Popular Dishes and Restaurant Guide

Mongolian BBQ Dining - Popular Dishes and Restaurant Guide

Over the past few decades Mongolian BBQ has grown from a novelty into a popular interactive dining experience where diners build stir-fries cooked at high heat on a large circular griddle. Mongolian BBQ restaurants let guests choose bases such as noo

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining

Seoul Street Food Guide - Myeongdong Market Dining

Over 100 stalls line Myeongdong's main pedestrian streets, offering an energetic introduction to Seoul street food with sizzling grills, steaming pots, and sweet pastries. Myeongdong's mix of local vendors and trendy popup stands creates a lively nig

Health

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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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Lumbini Buddhist Sites Guide - Birthplace of Buddha

Lumbini Buddhist Sites Guide - Birthplace of Buddha

Most visitors come to Lumbini to study the Maya Devi Temple, sacred garden, and international monastic zones that mark Siddhartha Gautama's birthplace, offering archaeological, historical, and pilgrimage perspectives. The Sacred Garden: Core Archaeol

Malaysian Batik Art - Techniques, Markets, and Cultural Value

Malaysian Batik Art - Techniques, Markets, and Cultural Value

Most Malaysian batik is recognized for its vibrant colors, fluid floral motifs, and a preference for hand-painted techniques that set it apart from other Southeast Asian traditions. Techniques in Malaysian batik range from hand-drawn batik tulis to s

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

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 than being divided by region or language’.

Cambodian Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

Cambodian Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

Cambodia sustains rich handicraft traditions-silk weaving, silverwork, woodcarving-and bustling markets like Siem Reap Night Market, showcasing artisan skills and Khmer cultural identity. Masterpieces of Cambodian Craftsmanship Artisans in provincial

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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.

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.

Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds Nearly 3,000 Flights

Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds Nearly 3,000 Flights

A sustained eruption at Anak Krakatau in early September 2026 sent ash up to 15,000 metres into the atmosphere, forcing the temporary closure of eight airports across Java and Sumatra. Nearly 3,000 flights were disrupted and ashfall reached Jakarta and parts of West Java before the most intense activity subsided on September 6.

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?