Archive
January 2013
Miss Wu Trademark Gets Second Look in Taiwan
Fashion designer Jason Wu has another chance to justify his Miss Wu trademark in Taiwan. Can America’s First Lady help his case?
Li Na Finishes Second in Australian Open
Chinese tennis star Li Na lost to Victoria Azarenka, but she won fans’ hearts.
Delhi Gang-Rape: One of the Accused in Attack Must Face Justice as a Minor
The verdict came in an appeal filed by authorities seeking a bone marrow test.
Jaipur Literature Festival Courts Controversy
The Jaipur Literary Festival 2013 draws crowds and dissenting voices.
Would China Block Korean Unification?
With some arguing China is turning North Korea into a 21st-century tributary state, it can’t stop its reunification with the South.
The Interview: Richard Fontaine & Daniel Kliman
How will the “global swing states” revamp the Bretton Woods and United Nations-led international system?
Pakistan's Battle for Democracy
Democratic forces in Pakistan continue to fight an uphill battle despite a multitude of national challenges.
"China's Superbank"
A new book on China Development Bank presents an interesting perspective on China’s model of state capitalism.
The Vietnam War Meets Isaiah Berlin
Philosopher Isaiah Berlin presents students of the Vietnam War a unique way to classify key decision makers.
Salman Rushdie in India for Film Premiere
Salman Rushdie has arrived in India for the premier of Midnight’s Children. Predictably, controversy has followed.
Bangladesh: Between Justice and Politics
Politics threaten Bangladesh’s four-plus decade quest for justice.
Queens Park Rangers Draft South Korean Olympic Player
Queens Park Rangers have drafted Yun Suk-Young. Could he change the ailing football club’s fortunes?