Archive
April 8, 2011
Music of Asia: Kazakhstan
A recent music festival highlighted unique music traditions from Kazakhstan—and one stand-out kobyz performance.
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Singapore’s Yale Conquest
Yale University is heading to Singapore in 2013. But will partnerships with US institutions benefit the Asia-Pacific?
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Singapore’s Yale Conquest
Yale University is heading to Singapore in 2013. But will partnerships with US institutions benefit the Asia-Pacific?
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Afghanistan’s Failed Reintegration
Reintegration of insurgents was meant to allow the US to leave behind a more stable country, reports David Axe. The project is looking like a failure.
Anna Hazare Rattles Gov’t
The social activist’s latest fast-unto-death has likely shaken up India’s leaders. Is it enough to force them into action?
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Looking Back, Looking Forward
Some commentators in Japan want a return to traditional values. But the current challenges require innovative thinking.