News & Insights Across Asia
Explore major global developments, features, and analyses, with emphasis on Asia’s role and impact in international affairs.
China’s pet economy is flourishing, driven by young urbanites seeking emotional companionship. Over 124 million pets are fueling a multi-billion dollar industry centered on ’emotional consumption.’
China’s urban pet population hit 124 million in 2024, fueling a booming ‘pet economy’ driven by young people’s emotional spending and changing lifestyles.
A Tang Dynasty gilt silver tray combines Sogdian and Chinese motifs, showcasing the cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
Meta announces major layoffs as tech giants like Microsoft restructure, shifting billions toward AI infrastructure amid soaring computing demands.
Rising US inflation under Trump’s second term influences midterm voter sentiment, with significant implications for Asian economies and global trade.
International Workers’ Day 2026 sees major protests across the Americas focusing on labor conditions, geopolitical conflicts, and the cost of living.
Israeli police arrest a man for attacking a nun in Jerusalem’s Old City, amid rising concerns over violence against Christians in the holy city.
Student protests in Santiago, Chile, turn chaotic amid demonstrations against government education austerity proposals in 2026.
Health experts warn of a worsening public health crisis in Gaza’s displacement camps due to spreading infestations of rats and parasites.
A Palestinian football official refused to shake hands with an Israeli delegate at the FIFA Congress, highlighting the ongoing political tensions that intersect with international sports.
Canada prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting tourism opportunities in Vancouver, Toronto, and across the country as global fans arrive.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will compete in the 2026 World Cup, with its matches to be held in the United States, despite recent travel complications for its delegation.
President Xi Jinping highlights the critical role of basic scientific research as a foundation for technological self-reliance and innovation at a high-level symposium in Shanghai.
Intelligent robots with vision sensors and autonomous driving are now managing vast cotton fields in Xinjiang, enabling precision spraying and reducing chemical use on a large scale.
Mount Baiyun in Anhui is currently adorned with thousands of wild azaleas, creating a stunning rosy glow across its legendary terraced tea gardens.
PLA forces conducted patrols and escorted an unidentified aircraft from the airspace near Huangyan Dao, part of heightened efforts to safeguard sovereignty in the South China Sea.
A PE teacher in the Chinese mainland, Ma Chaoqun, uses short films and music videos to help children build confidence and feel seen, showcasing an innovative approach to education.
PE teacher Ma Chaoqun in China is using short films and music videos to help children build confidence and find their voice, blending sports with creative arts for holistic development.
A PE teacher in China is using short films and music videos to help children build confidence and feel seen, highlighting innovative approaches to holistic education.
New zero-tariff measures by China for African commodities, effective May 2026, are boosting trade and projects like Guinea’s Simandou iron ore initiative, fostering a win-win economic partnership.
