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Harvard Divinity School Dean Marla Frederick visited Asia to promote global academic and interfaith partnerships, signaling HDS’s push to expand its international influence and collaboration.
SoftBank shares roared more than 10% higher on Monday, sparking a broad rally across Asian tech stocks as an Iran‑U.S. accord eased geopolitical tensions and bolstered investor confidence
After two layoffs and a breakup in New York, one professional booked a one-way flight to Asia-what started as an escape turned into an experiment in reinvention. Months of long-term travel didn’t just change their scenery; it reshaped career ambitions and rewrote what success really means
Japan’s Asian Games organisers have sounded the alarm over vast swathes of empty seats, warning that weak ticket sales and dwindling fan interest threaten to tarnish the event’s global reputation
A new Y-chromosome study reveals multiple southward migrations of Neolithic Chinese farmers into Southeast Asia, reshaping timelines of early population movements and regional ancestry.
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Downtown erupted for Panda Fest 2026 – neon-lit stages pulsed, electric guitars roared, and the air was laced with sizzling food-truck aromas, turning the city core into a living, breathing summer soundtrack
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls clinched four major honors at the Retail Asia Awards 2026, underscoring its leadership in innovative mall development and customer experience in the Philippines.
Virtual Taekwondo fuses motion-tracking sensors with immersive VR, dropping athletes into a high-tech arena where kicks and punches register as pulses of data instead of blows to flesh. The result is electric and unsettling – a contactless combat that thrills, divides opinion, and forces a fresh reckoning over safety, authenticity and what combat sports will become
A striking new landmark for sports, leisure and entertainment is taking shape in Hong Kong. The Standard has unveiled bold plans for an ambitious mixed‑use hub that promises to draw tourists, reinvigorate retail and ignite a new era of blockbuster live events across the region
A new wave of Chinese bag brands is rewriting the rules of luxury for younger shoppers-melding sharp, modern design with heritage-inspired details and accessible price points to rival long-established European fashion houses
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Leading global health figures converged at the 2026 APHSAF Stakeholders Meeting, hosted by WHO, to chart a bold, coordinated course for strengthening health security across the Asia-Pacific
Racing through the moonlit countryside at 200mph, the world’s fastest sleeper train promises lie-flat beds, whisper-quiet carriages and a sunrise arrival – The Times spent a night onboard to see whether comfort can keep pace with the speed
Rock Networks and NBCUniversal are launching “Universal DIVA” in Asia – a dynamic new platform that curates global entertainment with a regional heartbeat. Designed to expand their footprint and ignite fresh excitement across the continent, Universal DIVA brings bold, locally tuned programming that connects audiences to the best of worldwide pop culture
Propelled by the global juggernaut “Jujutsu Kaisen,” MAPPA has skyrocketed to the forefront of Japan’s anime industry as streaming platforms pivot from licensing shows to owning their breakout hits
SK Innovation today unveiled an integrated energy solution designed to slash power consumption and steady the electricity supply for AI data centers, the company said, according to Asia Economy
BCCI vice‑president Rajeev Shukla has offered a clear explanation for India’s decision to decline the Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief Naqvi, citing protocol norms and diplomatic sensitivities – a move that has ignited debate across the region
At the Asia Society’s 14th U.S.-Asia Entertainment Summit, “Godzilla Minus One” stormed the spotlight as director Takashi Yamazaki and producer Kenji Yamada unveiled rare behind-the-scenes stories and exclusive insights
Global luxury retail growth is slowing as the $1.75 trillion sector pivots from high-end goods to experiential lifestyle offerings, Retail Asia reports, reshaping brand strategies across key Asian markets.