Japanese city accused of inflating census as country's population shrinks
As a result, Toyama city may have received more funding from the central government than it should have.
Pakistan’s Solar Revolution is Reshaping its Power Sector
Solar power generation has expanded rapidly in recent years and has overtaken nuclear power generation for the first time.
‘Rip it open’: Big Girls Don’t Cry director explores wounds of early love in film festival hit
Director Paloma Schneideman explores issues of consent and queerness in coming-of-age film set in New ZealandIn Big Girls Don’t Cry, the New Zealand coming-of-age film quietly dev…
A beautiful Himalayan bird is changing its voice due to human activity, research shows
A sharp increase in human activity is affecting the way the Himalayan monal lives and communicates, studies show.
Many Nepalis swept away in the floods aren't officially dead, leaving families in limbo
Relatives are finding themselves with no compensation and facing an administrative nightmare.
Missing the Forest for the Trees in Taiwan’s Defense Preparations
Beyond exercises and equipment, strategic developments in Taiwan’s military preparedness are being overlooked.
Will US President Donald Trump Visit Central Asia?
No U.S. president has ever traveled to Central Asia while in office. Could Donald Trump be the first? Sure. But will he be? That’s a different question.
South Korea’s $60 Billion Semiconductor Exports to Drive the KOSPI’s Resurgence
South Korea’s economy has become intrinsically linked to the ongoing artificial intelligence boom.
China’s Revised Defense Mobilization Law Touches Nearly Every Sector
The circumstances under which mobilization can be declared are wider than ever, and a large number of entities – including private firms – are legally obligated to the state durin…
What Would Europe Do in a Taiwan Crisis?
Washington should not take European assistance for granted, especially if states can't agree on how to label Beijing's actions.
Taiwan’s Maritime Law Enforcement Operation Has Sparked Anger in Chinese Society
The reaction to a Taiwan Coast Guard confrontation reflects the existence of a particularly hardline strand of opinion on Taiwan among mainland Chinese.
Farewell to Russia: The View From Kazakhstan
Karaganda and its environs are home to some of the largest-scale coal-mining on the planet. And once, the home to an immense gulag.
Indian opposition MPs detained in protest against election chief
Opposition leaders have alleged that CEC Gyanesh Kumar manipulated voter rolls to favour Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party during elections.
From competing for food to a gold medal: the stories behind India’s Asian Games winners
The country’s 85-medal haul included athletes who trained with limited money and borrowed equipment. Plus, the Mumbai performer turning everyday absurdities into comedyIn a countr…
Iranian Ships Test Sri Lanka’s Sovereignty Again
The U.S. has threatened Sri Lanka with sanctions if it provides supplies to Iranian vessels stranded off its coasts.
Watch: Moment Indonesian sneaker shop is torn apart by explosion
Police have said it is “strongly suspected” that the incident was caused by a gas leak.
Urban Rail in Southeast Asia Is Booming
Due to rapid economic growth and Chinese knowhow, public transit in the region's cities is entering something of a golden age.
Laos Replaces Prime Minister in Major Leadership Reshuffle
Saleumxay Kommasith, a former foreign minister and permanent representative to the UN, has been appointed to the top job.
How Christian Networks in Asia Are Shaping Support for Israel
As Israel faces growing pressure in the West, Eagles’ Wings mission brings Christian leaders from across the globe to show support for the Jewish people and Israel
Samoa leader apologises for Nazi salute after video from 2007 emerges
Schmidt acknowledged that his actions "were inappropriate and capable of causing offence and hurt".
China’s AI Governance Push and the Race to Shape Global AI Rules
In contrast to Washington's fragmented approach, Beijing is showing an impressive ability to enact and coordinate regulations, policies, technical standards, and enforcement.
At Least 8 Dead in Myanmar Air Strikes, Rakhine Rebel Group Claims
In a desperate bid to claw back territory from the Arakan Army, the Myanmar military has ramped up its use of air power.
Oil from South Korea being shipped to Russia as Ukraine war grinds on
Exclusive: Guardian analysis finds more than 150,000 tonnes of fuel was shipped to Russian ports in July and August, some using sanctioned tankers Oil is being shipped from South …
Saudi Arabia urged to spare Sri Lankan man sentenced to death over Facebook post
Anojan Sivarasa faces execution after he was found guilty of blasphemy over a Facebook comment.