Through the Lens: Life and Politics in Asia

Through the Lens: Life and Politics in Asia .

Each week, The Diplomat's Vishal Arora travels around Asia to bring stories on politics, culture, and society, portraying different facets of life on the continent.

Where Football Is Not A Game, But Survival

By Avinash Giri and Nantha Kishore

August 01, 2018

Meet the football makers of Sisola.

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July 18, 2018

Singer Ash King on Music’s Pull and Purpose

The Bollywood film singer talks about music, life, and his journey from the UK to India.

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Singer Ash King on Music’s Pull and Purpose

July 02, 2018

Old Delhi’s Last Calligrapher

Mohammad Ghalib is one of the last remaining traditional calligraphic artists in Old Delhi.

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Old Delhi’s Last Calligrapher

April 27, 2018

The ‘Pad Man’ of India’s Parliament

Lawmaker Ninong Ering’s progressive step toward a period-friendly India.

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The ‘Pad Man’ of India’s Parliament

April 05, 2018

What Should the World Do With Refugees?

StoriesAsia speaks to Honey Oberoi Vahali about the psychology of the refugee crisis.

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What Should the World Do With Refugees?

November 10, 2017

Why This Delhi Man Feeds Thousands Daily

Veerji, along with his group of volunteers, cares for India's homeless.

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Why This Delhi Man Feeds Thousands Daily

October 12, 2017

Why Did This Russian Woman Contest an Indian Beauty Pageant?

Elena Tuteja, a finalist in the Mrs India Earth 2017 contest, wants women to follow their dreams.

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Why Did This Russian Woman Contest an Indian Beauty Pageant?

October 05, 2017

A Bollywood Take on Storytelling in Journalism

Why have visual news media not adopted what could be called “cinematic journalism"?

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A Bollywood Take on Storytelling in Journalism

September 26, 2017

Making Local Education Work in the Philippines

The lumads see education as the key to development.

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Making Local Education Work in the Philippines

September 22, 2017

Singer Touches Lonely Hearts in ‘Happy’ Bhutan

Sangay Lhaden Tshering sings to bring happiness to Thimphu's lonely visitors.

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Singer Touches Lonely Hearts in ‘Happy’ Bhutan

September 15, 2017

An Ex-Addict’s Journey from Bhutanese Prison to Thai Kitchen

One step at a time.

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An Ex-Addict’s Journey from Bhutanese Prison to Thai Kitchen

August 31, 2017

Indonesia's Heavy Metal Hijab-Clad Teens

These girls rock, fighting stereotypes with music.

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Indonesia's Heavy Metal Hijab-Clad Teens

August 23, 2017

‘Relax, It’s Just Religion,’ Says Indonesian Author

To foster tolerance, Feby Indirani's new book encourages understanding through humor.

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‘Relax, It’s Just Religion,’ Says Indonesian Author

August 02, 2017

A Poetic Protest Against Lynchings of Muslims in India

A Muslim poet protests against the recent violence inflicted on her community.

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A Poetic Protest Against Lynchings of Muslims in India

July 18, 2017

Can Nepal Be Another ‘Switzerland’?

Do Nepali leaders really know what makes Switzerland a success story?

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Can Nepal Be Another ‘Switzerland’?

July 13, 2017

Nepal’s Earthquake Through the Eyes of a Poet

Responding to the trauma of Nepal's great tragedy through poetry.

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Nepal’s Earthquake Through the Eyes of a Poet

June 28, 2017

The Slow Death of Kashmir's Dal Lake

Kashmir's crown jewel is "dying," according to the man behind a new documentary.

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The Slow Death of Kashmir's Dal Lake

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