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The Japanese apartment tower that is combating lonelinessThe loneliness of older people is a significant problem in Japan. This apartment tower makes multigenerational friendships possible.
Beijing and Washington don鈥檛 trust each other 鈥� maybe that鈥檚 OKIs trust the bedrock of international relations, or is predictability? In recent years, the U.S. and China have had to learn how to navigate growing mistrust and make progress toward stability.
First LookSouth Korea needs more doctors. So why are 8,000 trainees striking?Government plans to increase medical school admissions will make an already cut-throat industry even more competitive, doctors said. Trainees usually work 80 to 100 hours, five days a week, or up to 20 hours a day.
First LookOlympic surfing rolls into Tahiti, along with development concernsTeahupo鈥檕, an island in French Polynesia, is known for its allure to surfers 鈥� as well as its insistence on protecting its environment and heritage. As the 2024 Games approach, Tahitians fear those values could come into conflict.
In the Philippines, jeepneys rule the road. But for how much longer?Modernizing the Philippines鈥� transit system is pitting a beloved piece of local culture against the need for safe transport.
First LookDespite record coal use, China on track to meet green energy targetsChina鈥檚 recent high levels of coal generation won鈥檛 affect its goal of peaking emissions by 2030. That鈥檚 because more energy production is coming from renewables and the nation is shifting coal鈥檚 role to a backup energy reserve.聽
First LookHow Taiwan became a model for beating election disinformationA flood of Chinese disinformation before Taiwan鈥檚 elections raised concerns about a key moment in the young democracy鈥檚 development. But islanders rallied together to dispel rumors and preserve trust.聽
First LookA tiny island-nation鈥檚 election has big stakes for China, TaiwanTuvalu, an island in the South Pacific, is one of the world鈥檚 smallest countries. But its upcoming election could have big consequences for international relations.聽
Can China and US cooperate to calm a bellicose Kim Jong Un?Experts worry that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may have decided to go to war against South Korea. Can China and the U.S. work together to stop him?
How Philly鈥檚 orchestra became a rare link between China and the USFor 50 years, the Philadelphia Orchestra has played a singular role in connecting America and China through the universal love of music.
First LookChina wants to grow its economy. So why is it halting construction?China ordered local governments in 12 regions to halt major infrastructure projects, a blow to its efforts to grow the economy. The decision hints at the scope of China鈥檚 concern over local government debt.
In Pictures: In Bangladesh, a safety net for children at riskThe difficulties in Bangladesh couldn鈥檛 be more different from life in wealthy Western nations. But when our reporting team visited a program for vulnerable children in Dhaka, it found something truly universal.
Shunned by China, elected by Taiwan: What will Lai face in office?Taiwan鈥檚 voters have spoken, picking Lai Ching-te for president and giving his pro-sovereignty Democratic Progressive Party an unprecedented win. But the DPP鈥檚 loss of parliament may curb any bold moves 鈥� and provide some comfort to Beijing.
First LookTaiwan elects pro-sovereignty president, despite opposition by ChinaWhile domestic issues such as the sluggish economy and expensive housing also featured prominently in the campaign, Lai Ching-te鈥檚 appeal to self-determination, social justice, and rejection of China鈥檚 threats ultimately won out.
In Taiwan election, voters seek to protect island鈥檚 autonomyAt a key juncture, Taiwan鈥檚 voters will weigh in on who is best qualified to navigate geopolitical tensions and preserve the self-governing island鈥檚 autonomy.
First LookHong Kong immigrants in Taiwan unite to back anti-Beijing partyImmigrants from Hong Kong are organizing for the re-election of Taiwan鈥檚 ruling party led by William Lai. Despite high barriers to entry for Hong Kong immigrants, many are united to take a strong stand against political ties to Beijing.
First LookJapanese quake survivor: 鈥榃e are coming back, I鈥檓 determined鈥�The shops on Wajima鈥檚 popular聽Asaichi Dori street were badly damaged聽Jan. 1 by a 7.6 magnitude earthquake. But Yoshie Minamidani plans to band together with other fish sellers and neighbors to rebuild the once bustling community.
First LookKim Jong Un鈥檚 sister mocks Seoul as North Korea fires artillery againNorth Korea again fired artillery shells near its tense sea boundary with the South on Sunday. Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, mocked the South鈥檚 ability to detect its weapons launches.
First LookWaves of arriving Rohingya test limits of Indonesia鈥檚 welcomeThe increasing numbers of Rohingya refugees arriving in Indonesia by boat has put pressure on Indonesia鈥檚 government to take action. The government has called on the international community for help as anti-Rohingya sentiment rises among Indonesians.聽
This Chinese folk artist shares joy on paper, one snip at a timeWomen are keeping the art of paper cutting alive in northwestern China. To ensure the craft鈥檚 future, they must pass on their passion to the next generation.