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Jonathan DeHart
Jonathan DeHart is a Tokyo-based journalist and correspondent for The Diplomat.
Jonathan DeHart writes primarily about art, culture and social trends. Previously, he worked as a journalist for both print and online media in Shanghai and served as associate editor for The Diplomat in Tokyo.
He can be followed on Twitter @jon_de_hart
May 29, 2013
Australia, World’s Happiest Country for Third Consecutive Year
The OECD has ranked Australia the world’s happiest country, yet again.
May 28, 2013
I Am Super Student: Teen Drug Drama A Hit in Cambodia
I Am Super Student, which explores teenage drug use, has proven to be a hit film in Cambodia.
May 28, 2013
North Korea’s Next Monument: A Ski Resort?
Kim Jong-un has ordered construction of a ski resort that will rival the facilities for South Korea’s 2018 Olympics.
May 27, 2013
A Bollywood Primer: From Demigods to Disco
With so many choices, which Indian films are worth watching for beginners?
May 27, 2013
Tokyo Skytree: Japan’s Cutting-Edge Pagoda with a View
On its first anniversary, Tokyo Skytree has proven to be a hit.
May 23, 2013
Asia’s Place at the 66th Cannes Film Festival
From celebrating Indian cinema to numerous film screenings, Asia is strong at Cannes this year.
May 23, 2013
Hong Kong: Asia’s New Art Capital?
With the city’s first Art Basel event, Hong Kong is cementing its status as one of the world’s leading art centers.
May 21, 2013
Bollywood Cinema: Myth and Melodrama
On its 100th anniversary, it’s a good time to set the record straight about Bollywood’s place in Indian cinema.
May 20, 2013
Buddhism Today, East and West
While the Buddha’s message is alive in the East, in the West some say it has been scrambled.
May 14, 2013
Tibetan Schools: Preserving the Socio-Linguistic Ties That Bind
Tibetans today thrive in the modern world, but struggle to remain connected to their cultural roots.
May 14, 2013
Daft Punk Leaks Album on iTunes Prior to Wee Waa Launch
Daft Punk leaked Random Access Memories to much fanfare on iTunes. Listeners are pleased.
May 13, 2013
Educating Tibet: Government in Exile to Oversee All Schools in India
The Tibetan Government in exile will control all Tibetan refugee schools.