Books
Vietnamese author explores Amerasian experience with compassion and insight
'Dust Child' examines the complexities of family and the sorrows of war
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Obituaries
Bill Granger, Australia's 'king of breakfast,' dies at 54
Self-taught chef popularized avocado toast, created a global restaurant empire
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Tea Leaves
Japan's 'omotenashi' culture can offer an edge in the AI age
Anticipating people's needs will become a critical business skill
Interview
Ahn Bo-hyun eyes new horizons after 'Itaewon Class' success
Actor discusses connecting to audiences worldwide, including in Japan
Arts
Godzilla redux: same, same but different
At 70, Japan's most popular monster gets a WWII backstory
Life
For Afghan refugees, World Cup cricket wins are a beacon of hope
Mixed feelings remain over lack of women and ethnic minority participation
Books
Books: How teak became Asia's blessing and curse
Sweeping history explores passions spawned by the tropical hardwood
Life
Mon forge their own path in Myanmar's civil war
Heirs to a great civilization navigate a turbulent political landscape
Tea Leaves
Faith meets conservation in India's sacred spaces
Thousands of ancient cultural treasures now serve as biodiversity hot spots
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Food & Beverage
Indonesian coffee shops tempt customers with mix of local, foreign beans
Abundant varieties spark experimentation as domestic output falls
Arts
China's Mongolian culture wars backfire in France
How Beijing tried to suppress an exhibit on Genghis Khan's legacy
Life
Western-born nun challenges Buddhism's patriarchy
London fishseller's daughter seeks equal rights for monastic women
Media & Entertainment
AI technology finds its way into South Korean comics, dramas
Startups make synopses, storyboards for studios, but some fans concerned
Tea Leaves
For Tokyoites, bicycles are the wheel deal
Cycling is a rare feature of urban life that gets better as more people do it
Life
Indigenous Australians bring 'songlines' and cultural map to Canberra
After failed referendum, a 'life-or-death' plea to protect the Northern Territory's Roper River
Life
Exploring India's ancient Silk Road in Ladakh
Following in the footsteps of trading caravans in the Himalayas
Arts
Thailand Biennale lands in the northern borderlands
Sprawling show will 'open up' historic parts of Chiang Rai province
Tea Leaves
Asia's overland hippie trail falls victim to geopolitics
Wars and fast travel have shut a once-popular route for Western travelers
Books
Books: Doctor brings 'day job' sensibility to saga of southern India
Abraham Verghese says 'Covenant of Water' reflects his 'examination skills'
Books
Hit cookbook explores the multiethnic roots of Taiwanese cuisine
Clarissa Wei highlights diverse influences to argue that the island's cooking is not 'Chinese' food
Obituaries
Kissinger cast a long and uneven shadow in Southeast Asia
Controversial bringer of war and peace left mixed messages in the region
Tea Leaves
Why it's worth learning ancient Sanskrit in the modern world
India’s classical language is making a comeback via Telegram and YouTube
Obituaries
SMFG chief Jun Ohta broke mold of Japanese bankers
Pioneering executive rejected convention and fostered young talent
Life
High-end Indian chocolate draws international attention
Quality beans and innovative initiatives drive the industry's ascent
Arts
China 'porcelain capital' regains shine by crafting interest in tradition
Eastern city of Jingdezhen attracts potters, visitors from home and abroad