The American singer-songwriter will be performing at the National Stadium in Singapore on May 18, 19, 21 and 24—her only concerts in Asia in her tour.

While Paik admitted responsibility for the company’s missteps, he also claimed that a small group of individuals is driving the majority of the attacks.

With hundreds aiming for top, officials say, delays could trigger a dangerous bottleneck.

The change in the artists’ stances echoes the emotional upheaval being experienced by the country as a whole.

Mr. Chung is set to lead the prestigious 247-year-old opera house from 2027 to 2030.

This culture of connecting with fans through casual livestreaming is a staple of the K-pop industry, but has now seeped into the realm of politics.

Here are some things to know about the election of the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church, which has 1.4 billion faithful across the world.

As more idols become ambassadors for high-end labels, concerns grow over fan comparisons, teen materialism and inequality in group branding.

Philipp II Santiago reached Camp IV at approximately 8:00 PM on Wednesday but succumbed to exhaustion shortly thereafter.

This not only highlights the growing popularity of the sport in the country but also underscores Bhutan's emergence as a credible venue for international sporting events in Asia.

The feat, confirmed by the Alpine Club of Pakistan, marks Sajid Sadpara’s ninth 8,000m peak, all of which were climbed without bottled oxygen and were completely unsupported.

Nepal finished with six medals-four gold, one silver, and one bronze-while India took home five medals (four gold and one bronze). Bangladesh secured four medals, comprising two gold and two silver.

Vietnam suffered a 0-2 to Japan in the quarter-finals of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup which meant their first World Cup dream ended on May 13 in Hohhot, China.

She also earned Finals MVP honours, showcasing her leadership and elite playmaking with 37 assists and a team-high 12 digs—proving herself not just as a setter, but as the heart of the team.

Mr. Pacquiao is set to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame next month and faces a Senate election next week in the Philippines.

The Super Final consisted of nine events and featured 75 divers from 17 countries and regions. According to organizers, the box office surpassed 5.28 million yuan (about $726,000) overall, with over 21,000 spectators during the three-day competition.

Villagers rely on affordable motorcycles from across the border to get around.

There are areas of business in Japan that absolutely require Japanese language skills. But there are many areas of business in Japan where Japanese is no longer a necessity.

It can potentially affect how people think, manage emotions, and handle stress.

At 38 percent, New Zealand has the highest proportion who will do so. In contrast, Japanese respondents are the least likely to do that (18 percent).

'The idea that caring for a group of children in an emergency situation means you don’t care about other children is false,' said Ms Rachel.

Under L'Oreal’s stewardship, 3CE has more than doubled in size, its presence steadily radiating outward from Seoul to the wider world.

Liberal frontrunner Lee Jae-myung pledges shorter workweek, stirring anxiety among businesses.

I couldn’t help but think of the cultural significance of the word “ma” in our own society today; it is lead-heavy with meaning and so frequently invoked—from commonplace addresses of tender respect for women to motherly depictions of the landscape of Bengal in artworks, songs, and films

The man, who uses the Facebook account name Anon, posted on Wednesday that he and five friends — four women and one man — are offering to act as stand-in relatives for graduates whose family members are unable to attend the event.

The incident occurred on May 7, when Yoo Yoon-jin, a South Korean content creator was livestreaming a walk, when a man on an electric scooter approached her from behind, shouting, “What do you want, you dirty whore? Get out of here!” He then struck her phone before fleeing.

This culture of connecting with fans through casual livestreaming is a staple of the K-pop industry, but has now seeped into the realm of politics.

Before the diagnosis, her videos mostly focused on living a productive and inspirational life. But the topic of her posts changed after her diagnosis to show the entire journey she has been through.

More than just entertainment, YouTube has become the dominant stage for news, activism, disinformation and cultural exports, reshaping South Korea’s digital life more profoundly than perhaps any other platform.

It was an innovative idea to warn against law-breaking, where police at the Wang Noi Police Station offer a 31-square-metre one-bedroom unit with free breakfast — all at no charge.

The enthusiastic comments in the videos expose something deeper: a growing preference for buying fake and, consequently, a declining appreciation for luxury brands.

In the game, players adopt the female lead’s perspective in its sci-fi fantasy story, and can battle monsters and go on dates with any of the five virtual eligible bachelors who are designed with 3D character modelling.

While many of the details of the project seem arcane, the government wants the accounts in the new books to be the “official history” of the country.

Special prayers and rituals were performed at the Swayambhunath temple inside the main stupa complex to commemorate Gautam Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and death anniversary.

Hanok can be advanced by moving beyond strict traditions, blending spirit with modern architecture.

The confusion surrounding 'real' Filipino identity is understandable because, as journalist Carmen Nakpil said, Filipinos spent 300 years in a convent and 50 years in Hollywood—resulting in an identity that is a mismatch of the confusing, exciting, and bizarre.

Washi is light, strong, water-resistant and endowed with a beautiful texture. It can also last more than 1,000 years if kept correctly.

Here are some things to know about the election of the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church, which has 1.4 billion faithful across the world.

As a native Miao, 23-year-old Liu Yongyi's passion for embroidery was passed down through generations of women in his family.

Hassouna was killed by Israeli airstrikes a day after she found out that the documentary she featured in was selected for Cannes.

Seventeen artists including Vietnamese overseas in America, France and Germany, will come together for an exhibition entitled Ceci N'est Pas Une Guerre - This is Not A War.

The American singer-songwriter will be performing at the National Stadium in Singapore on May 18, 19, 21 and 24—her only concerts in Asia in her tour.

Bookstores are increasingly turning into “showrooms” for customers who browse in-store, but opt to buy their books more cheaply from Amazon, says Mr Ibrahim, which harms the local literary ecosystem. Bringing indie bookstores together is an act of “radical cooperation”, he says, and offers an ethical choice to readers.

From traditional gallery and museum exhibitions to culinary experiences reworked with artists and jewelry fairs, and even collaborations that blur the line between photography and film, this month’s range of artistic experiences engages every artistic sensibility and hints that in Manila’s artistic sphere, creative expression might just flourish in the heat.

Thai designer Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya has launched a pop-up store for her fashion label, SIRIVANNAVARI, in Paris. The temporary retail space is located within the historic Galeries Lafayette department store on Boulevard Haussmann.

Emperor Yongzheng's dedication to excellence was exemplified in governance and his patronage of art and aesthetic pursuits he is still known for today.

The beloved bakery and its famous coffee cake have been enjoyed by Pakistanis for over a century.

Benjamin Oh Jian Wei, 36, grew up learning his mother and grandmother's recipes and says he is hoping to teach them to his son, too.

TO mark its 40th anniversary, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur has launched several initiatives to celebrate its decades of hospitality. It unveiled a Legendary Menu at Shang Palace that showcases a myriad of Cantonese dishes, reflecting how the restaurant has been a bastion of elegant Canto­nese dining since opening its doors in 1985.

The centrepiece of the event was the KLCW Festival Village at Sentul Depot, where almost all the participating local bars set up shop to serve cocktails all day long.

The fifth season of the hit food documentary Once Upon a Bite turns its lens toward these "magical keys" of flavor, exploring how spices have journeyed across continents, shaped regional cuisines, and left lasting marks on the global food map.

Inside the restaurant, called Drive-in Fuso, several groups of people, including families and men in work uniforms, were sitting at tables waiting for their food. The owner, Hiroko Suzuki, could be heard from the kitchen saying: “Sorry for the wait, the tanmen will be ready soon. It’s delicious. I’m putting my whole heart into it.”

Dhaka’s food scene blends nostalgia and bold regional flavors — kalai ruti, fiery mezban, and indigenous Hebang dishes — all rooted in identity. From comfort to discovery, each bite connects locals to home, heritage, and culinary diversity.

At the festival, Kaipen stood out as a must-try item, drawing significant attention from visitors. Customers praised its delicious taste, clean and safe quality, and noted the absence of strange textures that they had experienced with other Kaipen products in the past.

The Hollywood studio behind blockbuster franchises such as Harry Potter and Dune, is said to have been drawn to the novel’s "original and compelling" storytelling.

In recent, overstimulated and digitally-saturated years, leisure has come to be redefined not just in terms of free time out of work or casual entertainment but also as “serious” detoxification from the mad rush of modern life.

The 172-page collection titled 'Light and Thread' is her first publication since winning the Nobel Prize.

Some people are born storytellers—be it through the spoken or written word. While most excel in one medium over the other, some are brilliant at both. Filipino author Marga Ortigas is one of those rare few.

More Koreans than ever are living alone — and choosing to stay that way.

Novelist Govinda Raj Bhattarai discusses his literary journey and the qualities of a good translation.

Saito Mariko won the Research and Translation category at the 76th Yomiuri Literary Awards, marking the first time a single translated work by a Korean author has won in the category.

The term “hitori shuppansha” (one-person publisher) refers to one person who edits and launches a book that they feel only they can present to the world, even if only with a small number of copies.

Khoma in Lhuentse, usually calm and quiet, has become a busy stopover in recent days.

With hundreds aiming for top, officials say, delays could trigger a dangerous bottleneck.

From July to August 2023, searches related to lying-flat travel increased by 50 per cent compared to the previous year, with travel guides and notes up by 70 per cent, according to data from online platforms Meituan and Dianping.

It has been a tragic start to the 2025 spring climbing season as four climbers have lost their lives in Nepal’s mountains.

Whether you bring your bicycle or rent one locally, Songkhla offers a warm, vibrant setting ideal for two-wheeled explorers.

Sailing in from Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, the ship’s maiden visit reflects the growing appeal of Brunei Darussalam as a stopover for international travellers. Following its brief stop in Brunei Darussalam, MS Artania is scheduled to depart for Pulau Tioman, Malaysia.

In 2013, Henggang's local authorities launched reforms that gradually shut down livestock sheds and poultry enclosures, and restored the land to its original agricultural use. The transformation not only reclaimed the landscape, but also injected fresh green momentum into its development.

When open-to-all regime ends, a mountaineer must have summited a 7,000-metre peak before attempting the world's highest peak.

Nearly half the global population of white-bellied heron is recorded in Bhutan.

The reminder comes after a Facebook post on May 1 which said the animals were harassing visitors during Qing Ming Festival prayers.

More than 200 bird species call the Bangladeshi capital home.

Semporna, which means “perfect” in Malay, is a coastal town that seems to float between land and sea, a gateway to some of the most spectacular waters on Earth.

Despite the overall population rise, researchers noted worrying declines in historically important habitats. No herons were sighted this year in the upper Punatsangchhu and Mangdechhu basins, with all 2025 sightings were confined to downstream areas.

With blooming rhododendrons, rare wildlife, and rolling alpine meadows, Khaptad is truly nature’s hidden masterpiece.

In Huizhou's Wuqinzhang mountains, the species' population increased from 62 individuals in 2020 to over 100 today. Yet this growth, while significant, masks the immense biological challenges facing the planet's most trafficked mammal.