News & Insights Across Asia
Two trains collided on Indonesia’s Java island Friday, causing carriages to overturn. Rescue operations are underway, with ambulances transporting the injured to hospitals. Officials are investigating the cause.
American children’s choir One Voice features in ‘Shanghai Let’s Meet for Melody’, showcasing Shanghai’s attractions through music and exploration. Global release on January 1, 2024.
The 2024 Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival has opened in Harbin, NE China, showcasing stunning ice sculptures, landscapes, and performances, attracting visitors worldwide.
A towering 18-meter snowman in Harbin City, China, becomes the annual highlight, drawing visitors to the winter wonderland famed for its ice sculptures and vibrant seasonal festivities.
Tokyo’s Haneda Airport is removing wreckage after a passenger plane and a Japanese Coast Guard aircraft collided on the runway, bursting into flames and causing significant flight disruptions.
US Senate candidate Diane Sare voices concern over the lack of qualified presidential candidates, reflecting Americans’ frustration with political divisiveness and alleged vote fraud.
Harbin’s Central Street is buzzing with tourists like never before, as the northern ice city experiences an unprecedented tourism boom fueled by social media excitement.
Harbin in northeast China earned nearly US$838 million from tourism during the New Year holiday, drawing millions with its ice and snow attractions.
Villagers in Zhoushan are producing over 1,500 kg of rice cakes daily for Spring Festival, preserving a cherished cultural tradition.
An enchanting Snow and Ice Lantern Festival is lighting up Muling River Park in Jixi, Heilongjiang Province, celebrating the upcoming Year of the Dragon with dazzling displays and cultural performances.
Harbin, China’s ‘Ice City’, has become a major winter tourist hotspot, attracting over 3 million visitors during the New Year holiday and breaking historic records with its unique winter attractions.
A special exhibition titled “Case Lab Metaworld – Sherlock Holmes” at Hebei Museum invites visitors to immerse themselves in the famous detective’s world.
High demand for China’s 2024 Year of the Loong commemorative coins and banknotes caused bank websites to crash as collectors rushed to pre-order the limited-edition currency celebrating the upcoming Chinese New Year.
At Nanhua Temple in south China’s Guangdong Province, tea embodies Zen philosophy, reflecting spiritual harmony in every sip.
Mount Huangshan in China exemplifies how natural beauty is preserved alongside thriving tourism. Sustainable practices make it a model for balancing conservation and tourism.
Two explosions at a memorial ceremony in Kerman, Iran, have killed nearly 100 people and injured over 200, according to Iranian media. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.
Harbin in northeast China transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland with its annual Ice and Snow World, featuring spectacular ice sculptures, towering ice castles, and vibrant cultural performances.
Discover the winter charm of Khorgos, a picturesque border city in China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, set at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, offering stunning landscapes and cultural experiences.
The BRICS bloc’s recent expansion to include new members marks a transformative shift in global geopolitics, signaling a move towards a more inclusive and multipolar world order.
Residents of Japan’s Noto Peninsula are on high alert and ready to evacuate as aftershocks continue following a magnitude-7.6 earthquake that struck on January 1, triggering a tsunami alert.