Service honors war victims on day Battle of Okinawa ended 77 years ago
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Okinawa Gov. Denny Tamaki and representatives of a bereaved families association were among the about 330 people attending the ceremony, far fewer…
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Debt collectors: The other side of a misunderstood occupation
Due to its association with violence, debt collecting is arguably one of the most vilified professions. That being said, behind the job are people trying to survive and feed their…
Wig capital Xuchang gives the world a ‘head’ start
Wigs can not only cover a retreating hairline, but also add variety to one's hairstyles. Now more and more people are trying out new hairstyles with wigs.
Vietnam ranks second in Global Beauties’ ranking
Although India came out top, Vietnam was a close second. Here’s a closer look at the journeys of some beauty queens who made it to international contests.
Cleaner by day, artist by night
From 7 am to 7 pm, 56-year-old Wang Liuyun sweeps and mops the floors, empties trash bins, sanitizes restrooms and cleans windows in the building. After work, the 3-square-meter…
Sculpting a masterpiece
Bhutan's Tshedar did not go to any courses to learn the basics of sculpturing and painting. But he has an eye for detail.
If I were a mayor
Here’s what teenagers in Nepal who are yet to attain voting age have to say.
DAP stalwart Lam Thye breaks 32-year silence
In his newly-released memoir, the former Member of Parliament for Bukit Bintang reveals how he dealt with internal politics.
Delivery rider carrying baby during work touches hearts of Malaysians
A video of the unnamed man was posted on June 16 on Instagram by celebrity preacher Ebit Lew, while a Facebook user said he proved that a loving father would do anything for his…
Running the town’s only gym in Lhamoidzingkha
On one side of the room, the gym owner's wife runs the town’s only café.