Delays Won’t Hurt Japan’s First Casino, Osaka Governor Says
Years of delay to plans for Japan’s first casino resort won’t have an adverse effect on the project
2023-05-16 08:50
Founder Behind Historic China Bicycle Bust Starts Over in NYC
In February last year, a tiny coffee store with red neon signs opened at Gramercy Park, one of
2023-05-16 06:20
Myanmar Rohingya: What future for the refugee baby lucky to survive?
In the world's largest refugee camp, with no access to education, Rohingya children face a bleak future.
2023-05-16 05:53
J-Pop Talent Agency Apologizes for Founder’s Alleged Sex Abuse of Stars
Japanese talent agency Johnny & Associates Inc. issued an apology in response to allegations that founder Johnny Kitagawa
2023-05-15 15:50
Foreigners Buy Most Luxury Homes in Singapore in Almost a Decade
The number of luxury condominium units bought by foreigners rose to the highest in almost a decade before
2023-05-15 15:48
Thai Central Banker Signals More Hikes to Win Inflation Fight
Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput signaled that the central bank will stick to its gradual and measured
2023-05-15 12:48
Thai Economy Accelerates, Outlook Hinges on Election Outcome
Thailand’s economy expanded more than estimated in the first quarter as the nation benefited from a resurgent tourism,
2023-05-15 11:53
Thai Election Outcome Expected to Boost Retail, Tourism Sectors
A clear win for Thailand’s pro-democracy opposition parties in Sunday’s election is expected to benefit retailers, consumer goods
2023-05-15 06:59
SoftBank-Backed Unicorn Yanolja Buys Israeli Travel-Tech Company
South Korea’s largest trip-booking company Yanolja Co. is acquiring Israeli technology provider Go Global Travel to become one
2023-05-15 05:51
Bean Shortage Drives Up Cost of Even the Cheapest Cup of Coffee
The global cost-of-living crunch has pushed coffee drinkers to get their fix from cheaper brews. But a shortage
2023-05-14 10:55
These Asian fusion cuisines tell an American story
These intercultural collaborations tell a unique story, from adapting a plate of chow mein for European palates in the early 20th century to combining Korean barbecue with Mexican tacos nearly 100 years later.
2023-05-14 00:46
Record Voter Turnout Predicted When Thais Vote on Sunday
A record number of Thais are projected to go to the ballot boxes in Sunday’s parliamentary election as
2023-05-13 12:45