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The Japanese value of staying in the moment and being mindful grounds the custom of not eating and walking simultaneously.
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After years of government instability and censorship, Nepal’s Gen Z led an uprising that not only dissolved a corrupt parliament but also paved the way for political reconstruction.
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Beyond the visual similarities to the iconic Studio Ghibli film, Jiufen also boasts stunning architecture, nature and history.
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Read MoreThe History Behind Japan’s Women-only Trains
With the need to address transit safety and security, these pink-labeled train cars are Japan’s solution.
Read MoreFamine and Water Shortage Amid Yemen Crisis
Magnifying crises already facing the country, political struggles between Houthi rebels and foreign countries, including Israel, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, contribute to Yemen’s rapid devastation.
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Visiting the caravan stopover Tash Rabat and the nearby glacial lake Chatyr-Kul can be demanding, but it is worth the journey to trek along the Silk Road on horseback.
Read MoreHow Women in Turkey Stitch Resistance Into Fabric
Across Turkey, textile art bridges cultural heritage with feminist activism in the face of authoritarianism.
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Ecotourism policies in Bhutan promote sustainable travel and protect the beauty of its diverse landscapes and natural environment.
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Explore this guide to Lahore, Pakistan, and understand the history behind the major sites of one of South Asia’s most culturally rich cities.
Read MoreThen and Now: The Role of Women in Afghanistan
From the 1920s to today, women's roles and rights have evolved across a century of Afghan history.
Read MoreTiger Rewilding Efforts Transform Kazakhstan
Central Asian Tigers are again roaming Kazakhstan, 70 years after their extinction. Their return is celebrated as an ecological triumph, but it also brings apprehension and uncertainty as locals express concerns for the safety of humans and livestock.
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