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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
February 27, 2013
Dennis Rodman in North Korea: Tourism or Diplomacy?
Dennis Rodman is in North Korea for “basketball diplomacy.” Is the trip ethical, let alone effective?
February 26, 2013
Running for Life: Fauja Singh
Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh has retired from competition, but has no intention of stopping.
February 25, 2013
Argo, Ang Lee Win Big at the Oscars
Argo took the best picture award, while Ang Lee was awarded best director at the 85th Academy Awards last night.
February 22, 2013
Donald Richie: 1924-2013
Donald Richie, American writer on Japan, mentor and humanist, has died at 88.
February 21, 2013
Buzkashi Boys Afghan Star Heads to the Oscars
At 14, unlikely Afghan actor Fawad Mohammadi has arrived in Los Angeles to attend the Oscars.
February 20, 2013
Thai Transgender Community Finds its Voice
A recent Thai political campaign video appeals to transgendered voters. But is it enough to draw them to the polls?
February 19, 2013
Haruki Murakami’s New Novel Set for April
Bungeishunju has announced that Haruki Murakami’s next novel is slated for April. Diehard fans rejoice.
February 18, 2013
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea to Film in Australia?
Disney is in talks with the Australian government on tax incentives to shoot a remake of a classic film down under.
February 15, 2013
Anoushka Shankar Joins One Billion Rising Campaign
Ravi Shankar’s daughter said she was sexually abused by a family acquaintance as a child.
February 14, 2013
Valentine’s Day in Asia: Love and Business
Asia’s take on Valentine’s Day turns the Western view of the holiday on its head.
February 13, 2013
The Legacy of Ping-Pong Diplomat Zhuang Zedong
Ping-pong legend Zhuang Zedong, who helped open U.S.-China diplomatic relations, has died at 72.
February 12, 2013
The Year of the Snake Slithers In
The most important holiday in the Chinese calendar kicked off last weekend.