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Digital illiteracy and misinformation remain a serious barrier to democracy and freedom in the Philippines.
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Korean bingsu, Japanese kakigori and Taiwanese baobing have become East Asia’s new favorite sweet treats.
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Taiwan’s old bunkers were built out of fear of invasion, but today they carry different meanings for Taiwanese people.
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Hokkaido boasts some of Japan’s most stunning natural beauty, with its national parks, fresh seafood and powder snow.
Read MoreA Weekend in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s largest city, Almaty offers opportunities to engage with history and culture while exploring its eclectic urban environment and surrounding wilderness.
Read MoreTruth in Fiction: Understanding India’s Class Struggle Through “The White Tiger”
The 2008 Booker Prize recipient, Aravind Adiga, and his book “The White Tiger” highlight and critique the reality of social disparity in India.
Read MoreFinding Community in China’s Underground Churches
Despite the threat imposed by the Chinese government, underground Chinese Christian communities continue to find hope.
Read MoreEthics of Whale Shark Watching in the Philippines
Travelers must be aware and mindful of animal welfare when participating in whale-watching experiences in the Philippines.
Read MoreArchitecture That Targets the Unhoused in Japan
Japan’s unhoused crisis is masked by urban design called hostile architecture, a tool used to alienate those experiencing homelessness, affecting the public in the process.
Read MoreBeyond The Disappearing Aral Sea
The Aral Sea has all but disappeared, spawning a new desert full of toxic sand; however, locals hope to emphasize the history, art and culture of the region as they work to redefine their future.
Read More7 Must-See Sites in India's Golden Triangle
Experience historical sites, architectural wonders, natural landscapes, lively markets and unique cuisine in Jaipur, Delhi and Agra.
Read More5 Remote Filipino Regions Not Named Boracay
Siquijor, Batanes, Camiguin, Tawi-Tawi and Calaguas are stunning destinations in the Philippines, boasting a variety of attractions in lesser-traveled areas.
Read MoreProtecting Afghanistan’s Cultural Heritage in Bamiyan Valley
Experts seek to protect the colossal Bamiyan Buddha statues, after Afghanistan’s Taliban coordinated their destruction.
Read MoreThe Fight to Preserve Cantonese Language and Culture
Despite pressure from the Chinese government, the will to preserve the Cantonese language remains strong in China and around the world.
Read MoreHow to Spend the Perfect Day in Islamabad, Pakistan
Explore this guide to an amazing day in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, a serene but simple city often overlooked by locals and tourists alike.
Read MoreA Daring Path to Pakistan’s Hidden Alpine Meadow
Fairy Meadows, nestled at the foot of Nanga Parbat in Pakistan, attracts travelers each year who navigate a perilous mountain road and steep trek to reach its alpine meadows.
Read MoreDon’t Eat and Walk: Japan’s Rule That Leaves Travelers Confused
The Japanese value of staying in the moment and being mindful grounds the custom of not eating and walking simultaneously.
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