In a significant development, South Korean Prime Minister Han took charge as the country's interim president following an unexpected political shift. In his address, Han emphasized the need for strong ...

Since ancient times, incense sticks have been an integral part of cultures in many Asian countries like India, China, Japan, ...

Most countries of the world were at one time or another colonized by Europeans, but a select few managed to retain their ...

In the recent general election, residents of the Tamil-dominated north signaled they are tired of ethnic politics and want ...

Dec. 8 marks the celebration of Bodhi Day in Japanese Buddhism. Bodhi means enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit. It commemorates the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha.

Arbitrary detention of protesters was the most prevalent violation of civic freedoms across countries in the Asia-Pacific ...

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was already grappling with controversies, including calls for his impeachment, before this week's botched martial law declaration crushed his approval ratings to a ...

Queen Bey is officially the GOAT Beyoncé has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, ahead of ...

South Korea’s Catholic Church joined several other religious groups in denouncing and protesting President Yoon Suk Yeol’s ...

Painted palaces and traditional houses converge with rejuvenated neighbourhoods and modern skyscrapers in South Korea's ...

An administrative decision by a South Korean government agency sparked international controversy, raising concerns about ...