Embark on 13 of Asia’s most unforgettable cruises – from sumptuous ocean liners to intimate boutique river vessels – as The Times charts can’t-miss routes, standout onboard highlights and the …

Long dismissed as a post‑Soviet backwater, Uzbekistan is staging a rapid reinvention into an unlikely tech hotspot-attracting global investors and nurturing homegrown startups poised to ignite a billion‑dollar digital boom

In a landmark move, the Olympic Council of Asia has named Kuwait the host of the inaugural Asian Esports and Mind Sports Games, casting a vibrant regional spotlight on competitive …

New research mapping Asia’s shark and ray hotspots reveals critical conservation gaps, exposing how key habitats remain unprotected despite rising regional fishing pressures.

Japan’s tourism boom has swollen Tokyo and Kyoto to bursting, yet the wild, windswept reaches of northern Tohoku remain largely off the tourist radar. Sparse transport links, bone‑chilling winters and …

The Asian Development Bank finds that COVID-19 exposed both critical weaknesses and resilient strengths in Asia’s health emergency systems, accelerating urgent reforms in disease surveillance, health financing, and cross-border cooperation

USSEC and BKP have signed a landmark MoU to supercharge their sustainability alliance, fast‑tracking responsible soy sourcing and equipping Asia’s evolving food and feed industries to sustainably meet rising demand

Bajuyo debuts “Tie Time: Korea” at Fashion Week Asia, spotlighted by Vogue Philippines. The collection merges bold neckwear, K-style tailoring, and Filipino artistry on the global fashion stage.

MSC has launched “World Asia Entertainment” on eTNW – a vibrant new onboard program that brings the sights, sounds and rhythms of Asia to its ships. From energetic music and …

A senior U.S. official urged Washington and Tokyo to deepen defense and economic ties, saying a closer, more capable alliance is essential to bolster regional deterrence and safeguard stability across …

OCBC has been named Asia Pacific’s strongest bank by The Asian Banker, backed by diversified earnings streams, robust capital buffers and prudent risk management amid a challenging macroeconomic environment.

Alibaba-backed Moonshot AI is locked in a standoff with U.S. regulators amid accusations that its Kimi K3 model was trained on banned American systems-highlighting mounting tensions in cross-border AI development

Nagoya closed the Asian Para Games in spectacular, triumphant style with a dazzling closing ceremony – and now attention shifts to Doha, already buzzing as it fast-tracks preparations to host …

Nobel Prize laureates and promising young scientists gathered in HKSAR for the first Asian Science Camp, fostering dialogue, mentorship and regional collaboration in cutting-edge research.

Lifestyle Asia Hong Kong puts Burger King’s viral “Real Cheeseburger” to the ultimate test, dismantling its gravity-defying, cheese-only stack to rate flavor, value and social-media clout – so you can …

Indonesia is now experiencing Asia’s steepest surge in medical costs – medical inflation has soared to 13.6%, outpacing regional peers. Insurers warn the sharp rise could force premium increases and …

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Plus-size clothing retailers in Asia are drawing attention for their blunt, sometimes offensive brand names, sparking debate over body image, cultural norms and marketing tactics across the region.

At the U.S.-Asia Entertainment Summit, industry leaders showcased how streaming platforms are upending the rules of global storytelling-elevating Asian voices, igniting dynamic cross-border collaborations, and redefining what audiences crave

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s public endorsement of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sent shockwaves through his inner circle. Aides say they’re unnerved, fearing it could reignite fierce debate …