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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.
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.
Judo Scandals Rock Japan
As Tokyo revs up its Olympic bid, a succession of sporting scandals has clouded the effort.
The Year of the Snake Slithers In
The most important holiday in the Chinese calendar kicked off last weekend.
Match-Fixing and Doping Investigation Shocks Sports Fans
Investigations into widespread doping and match-fixing are underway in Australia and Europe, respectively.
Five Things Japan Could Have Done to Beat America
Could Japan have followed a different path during World War II and defeated America?
Gwadar and the "String of Pearls"
“India should keep watch while holding its fears in check. The sky may fall — but not today.”
Berlinale Kicks Off with Wong Kar-wai’s Grandmaster
Asian movie might is on full display at this year’s Berlin Film Festival, with Wong Kar-wai at the center.
Brad Pitt Thaws China Ties
Brad Pitt, who is banned from entering China, has opened a Weibo account and is studying Mandarin. Why?
Japan and China: Tensions Mounting
Drama in the East China Sea between Tokyo and Beijing has gone from bad to worse.
Kashmiri All-Girl Rock Band Quits After Fatwa
A fatwa against Kashmiri rock band Praagaash has sparked debate about religious intolerance.
Ban Lifted on Vishwaroopam Film in Tamil Nadu
After ten days in legal limbo, action flick Vishwaroopam has cleared censors in Tamil Nadu.