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China: No Longer Largest Art Market
March 28, 2013
China: No Longer Largest Art Market
The U.S. regained its status as the world’s largest art market in 2012, after sales in China fell by nearly a quarter.
China: No Longer Largest Art Market
Holi: India’s Festival of Colors, Minus the Water
March 27, 2013
Holi: India’s Festival of Colors, Minus the Water
Across India, Hindus are flinging colored powder but less water than usual at this year’s Holi.
Holi: India’s Festival of Colors, Minus the Water
World Cup Hopes Hang in the Balance for Japan, Australia
March 27, 2013
World Cup Hopes Hang in the Balance for Japan, Australia
Japan and Australia had their World Cup hopes put on hold last night by Jordan and Oman.
World Cup Hopes Hang in the Balance for Japan, Australia
Weibo: The Real People’s Daily
March 26, 2013
Weibo: The Real People’s Daily
China’s popular microblogging site Weibo has become the nation’s premier online outlet for public opinion.
Weibo: The Real People’s Daily
The Steve Jobs Manga: Apple’s Founder Lives On in Illustrated Form
March 26, 2013
The Steve Jobs Manga: Apple’s Founder Lives On in Illustrated Form
A manga series that tells Steve Jobs’ story hit stores yesterday in Japan.
The Steve Jobs Manga: Apple’s Founder Lives On in Illustrated Form
Japan Set to Book Ticket to World Cup
March 25, 2013
Japan Set to Book Ticket to World Cup
Japan is on the verge of securing its slot in the 2014 World Cup. Other places are up for grabs.
Japan Set to Book Ticket to World Cup
Navneet Kaur Dhillon Crowned Miss India 2013
March 25, 2013
Navneet Kaur Dhillon Crowned Miss India 2013
Navneet Kaur Dhillon won the Pond’s Femina Miss India 2013 contest in Mumbai last night.
Navneet Kaur Dhillon Crowned Miss India 2013
MTV’s Korean Drama Butterfly to Raise Awareness on Human Trafficking
March 22, 2013
MTV’s Korean Drama Butterfly to Raise Awareness on Human Trafficking
MTV and Korean drama join the fight against modern slavery.
MTV’s Korean Drama Butterfly to Raise Awareness on Human Trafficking
Sanjay Dutt to Finish Jail Term for Illegal Arms Possession
March 22, 2013
Sanjay Dutt to Finish Jail Term for Illegal Arms Possession
Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt must finish his five years in jail for weapons possession linked to terror group.
Sanjay Dutt to Finish Jail Term for Illegal Arms Possession
Honda Eyes Return to Formula One
March 22, 2013
Honda Eyes Return to Formula One
With Hyundai also considering involvement, Asia’s influence in Formula One could soon be greater than ever.
Honda Eyes Return to Formula One
A Dream Denied for Japan at World Baseball Classic
March 21, 2013
A Dream Denied for Japan at World Baseball Classic
Japan’s aim for three consecutive winning championships would be denied at the WBC.
A Dream Denied for Japan at World Baseball Classic
Psy Changes Tune on ‘Assarabia’ to Avoid Upsetting Middle East
March 21, 2013
Psy Changes Tune on ‘Assarabia’ to Avoid Upsetting Middle East
Psy has pulled back on the title and lyrics of his next single to avoid offending the Arab world.
Psy Changes Tune on ‘Assarabia’ to Avoid Upsetting Middle East
David Beckham in China as Football Ambassador
March 21, 2013
David Beckham in China as Football Ambassador
Beckham says he hopes to inspire Chinese youth to take up the sport. Could he play in China one day?
David Beckham in China as Football Ambassador
Japan Fashion Week Nods to Tradition, China
March 19, 2013
Japan Fashion Week Nods to Tradition, China
In Tokyo this week, Asian designers are showing the future of traditional fashion.
Japan Fashion Week Nods to Tradition, China
March 19, 2013
Demi Lovato Performs in Singapore
Pop star Demi Lovato performed in Singapore and shared her message of hope for women.
Demi Lovato Performs in Singapore
Manila Opens $1 Billion Casino
March 18, 2013
Manila Opens $1 Billion Casino
The Philippine capital is building an “Entertainment Island” in Manila Bay. The earnings could be huge.
Manila Opens $1 Billion Casino
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