One-time military dictator presided over 1980 Gwangju army massacre
Decorated war veteran played a pivotal role in the transition to democratic elections
Washington mourns the passing of warrior and statesman
Talented actor charmed movigoers around the world
Former US ambassador to ADB and president of Boeing Japan dies at 68
Predicted the existence of new quarks to explain the concept of broken symmetry
Former president left the country more stable, prosperous and democratic
Loved by investors and loathed by China, he presided over an economic boom
Father of hybrid strains spent half a century fending off hunger
Legendary endowment manager mentored Zhang Lei
Former vice president played a historic role in the return of Futenma base
Vice president-turned-diplomat pushed for return of Futenma base
Known as 'Uncle Ng,' actor drew raves for playing straight man to Stephen Chow
Former slugger will be remembered for beating racism on his race to stardom
How the educator's pragmatic views about the real world resonated with me
Harvard professor authored 'Japan as Number One' and 'Deng Xiaoping'
UK-born, Harvard-educated leader bridged group's alliance with DaimlerChrysler
Modi praises contributions to tech sector as tributes pour in from all quarters
Argentine legend had huge following in Asia
Late chairman warned of lax quality and in-house conceit in creating global giant
Late chairman engineered rise of South Korea's top conglomerate
Second-generation leader transformed South Korean company into tech titan
American rocker was known for hits including 'Jump' and 'Panama'
His charismatic management propelled the robot maker to the global stage