[Photos] Under the Sea: Singapore Artist Depicts Life After Ocean Level Rises
The surrealistic set of photos showcases both the dire future of low-lying cities and mankind’s amazing adaptability in the face of extreme climate shift.
Thailand Will Launch Durian Into Space to Promote Thai Cuisine
The infamous Southeast Asian fruit will be launched into space as part of the Thai Space Research Agency’s “Thai Food to Space” project.
In Myanmar, Human Hair Is a Lucrative and Noble Industry
Today, Myanmar is one of the major suppliers of human hair for countries around the world. The niche trade fits comfortably within in Burmese religious traditions and provides income for thousands of ...
China and India Are Outsourcing Emissions to Poorer Countries Like Vietnam: Report
As China and India ready ambitious reforms to enhance their efforts to combat climate change, large corporations are responding by looking to offshore their operations to lower-wage nations.
Adidas, Uniqlo and Nike Factories Are Leaving China for Vietnam
Vietnam now produces twice as many Adidas shoes as China, according to company filings.
At a High School in China, Top Students Are Rewarded With Raw Pork
Is stationery falling out of fashion?
Paul Christiansen in Asia
Celebrity Endorsements Might Be the Key to Combatting Poaching in Asia, Campaign Shows
International conservation organization WildAid is teaming up with the world’s largest outdoor advertising company, JCDecaux, to help save some of the planet’s most endangered species.
New Report Predicts Asia Will Run out of Fish by 2048
The future looks grim for aquatic life in Asia.
It's Official: Uber Sells Southeast Asia Operations to Grab
Uber’s CEO Dara Khosrowshahi will also be joining Grab’s board of directors.
Google Japan Debuts Adorable Dog Version of Street View as Tribute to Hachiko
It was only a matter of time before dog lovers in the town of Odate, Japan strapped a live feed to the lead harnesses of their Akitas.
Paul Christiansen in Asia
Celebrity Endorsements Might Be the Key to Combating Poaching in Asia, Campaign Shows
International conservation organization WildAid is teaming up with the world’s largest outdoor advertising company, JCDecaux, to help save some of the planet’s most endangered species.
These Fish Slippers Are the Must-Have Items This Summer in Thailand
The latest trend in Thailand involves ultra-realistic fish accessories including sandals, pillows, and keychains.
Is China’s Social Credit System a 'Black Mirror' Dystopian Scenario?
On 14 June 2014, the State Council of China issued the "Planning Outline for the Construction of a Social Credit System," one of the most ambitious e-governing efforts in the country.
Taiwan Officially Bans Use of Plastic Items in Restaurants, Shops
Starting next year, in Taiwan, food and beverage outlets will be banned from providing plastic straws to customers for in-store use.
Japan Is Preparing to Build the World's Tallest Wooden Skyscraper in Tokyo
Tokyo's skyline will soon feature the world's largest wooden skyscraper.
Uber Prepares to Sell Its Operations in Southeast Asia to Grab: CNBC Report
Although no deal has been reached yet and it’s unclear when the said deal will be made, many believe that the merge seems inevitable given Uber's current business situation in Asia.
Myanmar's First Public Drag Olympics Was a Celebration of Queer Identities
As part of the fourth annual &PROUD LGBT Film Festival, the country's first ever Drag Queen Olympics took place at Thakin Mya Park in downtown Yangon on January 28.
Chinese Scientists Have Successfully Cloned Monkeys Using SCNT Technique
Scientists in China recently achieved a major scientific breakthrough by cloning two monkeys.
Taiwan Finalizes Vietnamese Language Syllabus for Children of Cross-National Marriages
Taiwanese grade schools are responding to demand for Vietnamese language lessons by opening language classes in grade schools this year.
After China Bans Plastic Imports, Southeast Asia to Become World's Largest Recycling Plant
With China’s plastic import ban going into effect on January 1, environmental experts worry that Southeast Asian nations will now have to shoulder the bulk of the world's plastic waste.
