News & Insights Across Asia
In his New Year message, President Xi Jinping outlines China’s focus on resilience, innovation, and modernization for 2024, urging progress toward Chinese modernization and a better world for all.
Singapore’s disabled athletes are proving that nothing should limit your career or life. Through purpose and commitment to sports, they overcome challenges and inspire others by reaching for their goals.
Shabandar Café on Baghdad’s Mutanabbi Street stands as a symbol of resilience and cultural heritage, rebuilt by owner Mohamad al-Khashali after a devastating 2007 bombing.
Twenty years after the invasion of Iraq, we explore the resilience of its people, their struggles, and the progress made towards rebuilding a nation scarred by conflict.
Despite massive blackouts caused by missile attacks, Kyiv residents find ways to enjoy the World Cup, gathering in generator-powered venues to embrace the global football spirit.
Louis, a 24-year-old from Essex, shares his journey battling long COVID, inspiring others with his resilience and positive outlook despite ongoing health challenges.
Residents of Ukraine’s Kharkiv adapt to new realities amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict, facing daily challenges while maintaining hope for peace.
Life in Kyiv has changed dramatically since Ukraine declared a state of emergency on February 24. Amidst conflict, residents show resilience as they adapt to new daily challenges.
Olga, a gym instructor in Kharkiv, navigates daily life amidst the Ukraine-Russia conflict, sharing her story of resilience and preparedness in uncertain times.
Twenty-year-old Ukrainian student, Maksym, shares how his life in Kyiv has changed since the conflict with Russia began. Despite adapting to new conditions, he and his family feel emotionally exhausted.
Amid the conflict in Kyiv, a maternity hospital has moved underground, providing care to new mothers and babies. Through moments of joy and fear, the resilience of life shines in the city’s depths.
Amid war and pandemic, Syrian ballerina Nazik Al-Ali, 22, pursues her dream of ballet, hoping to bring peace to the world through dance.
Two decades after the 9/11 attacks, survivors and the global community reflect on the enduring impact and the journey toward healing.
Despite a claimed coup by Guinean special forces on September 5, life in Conakry continues as normal. Children play football in the streets, reflecting the community’s resilience amid political change.
A historic cold snap hit Texas, leading to widespread power outages. Austin resident Rachel Tilghman built a “blanket tent” to survive without heat, showcasing resilience during extreme weather.
A psychologist who once fought for his own life at a Barcelona hospital returns years later to help a young cancer patient, forming a life-changing friendship.
Photographer Andrea Savorani Neri captures resilience during Italy’s lockdown, including a cinema owner who kept screening films to an empty theater, symbolizing hope amid the pandemic.
Discover how people worldwide are staying optimistic during the COVID-19 pandemic through music, art, virtual gatherings, and community support.
International students Boris and Maria share their experiences of staying in China during the COVID-19 outbreak, highlighting resilience and community support.
Residents of Hubei Province share their stories of resilience and hope amid the coronavirus outbreak, highlighting family bonds and trust in measures to contain the virus.
