News & Insights Across Asia
As Taiwan’s 2020 elections approach, residents consider their future amid debates on cross-Strait relations with the Chinese mainland, a key issue shaping the island’s political landscape.
Liu Fang Yuan Garden at the Huntington Library in Los Angeles is now the largest Chinese-style garden outside China, celebrating cross-cultural collaboration between Chinese and American architects and artisans.
Discover how Chu Weimin left his banking job to become an award-winning photographer, capturing the world’s beauty and winning the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest.
Explore the rich history of the Olympic Games at Lausanne’s Olympic Museum, showcasing the spirit of athletic excellence and international unity.
Former programmer Wo Niu and her family traveled over 9,000 km across China in a car full of books, donating them to remote villages and promoting literacy in an epic 58-day journey.
Discover why Amorgos Island, Greece’s hidden gem in the Cyclades, is captivating Asian travelers with its natural beauty, rich history, and cultural experiences.
Discover Kasteel van Oostkerke Castle in Damme, Belgium—a captivating blend of history and Flemish Primitive art that offers a personalized journey through enchanting gardens and stories.
In the Dominican Republic, baseball offers hope for many youths seeking a way out of poverty. Through dedicated academies, young talents aspire to join Major League Baseball and transform their lives.
Discover the sacred landscapes and rich biodiversity of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Australia’s desert heart.
Navajo teen Kelly Charley is inventing a solar heater to help homes without electricity, aiming to replace coal heating and improve health in her community.
Discover the story of Angela Rosengart, the woman immortalized in five Picasso paintings, and her enduring legacy at Lucerne’s Rosengart Collection.
Israeli forces demolished the homes of four Palestinians suspected in a soldier’s killing. The raid in Beit Kahil faced resistance, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.
Submarine pilot Erika Bergman is inspiring girls worldwide to become engineers and explorers through her Girls’ Underwater Robot Camp, teaching them to build underwater robots and closing the gender gap in STEM.
An all African-American rodeo is bringing Black cowboys back into the spotlight, reviving the forgotten legacy of the nearly one-third of cowboys who were Black in the American Wild West.
Volunteers in Myanmar’s Mergui Archipelago are diving deep to remove deadly ghost nets, protecting marine life and preserving the region’s pristine waters.
Discover the rich history of timekeeping at Switzerland’s International Museum of Horology—a must-visit for Asian watch enthusiasts interested in the art and evolution of watchmaking.
The Luristan newt, a colorful salamander native to western Iran, is critically endangered due to smuggling and the illegal pet trade. Efforts are underway to protect this species from extinction.
Visually impaired photographer Teco Barbero captures stunning images using a unique tactile technique, inspiring people worldwide by redefining the possibilities of photography.
Discover Tasmania, Australia’s smallest state, renowned for its diverse landscapes and unique ecology. From pristine beaches to alpine plateaus, this island reveals nature’s wonders in a kaleidoscope of colors.
Zhang Weili, known as “Magnum,” has made history as China’s first UFC champion, inspiring millions with her relentless journey to the pinnacle of mixed martial arts.