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Artist Sues AirAsia Over Plane Livery Use of Iconic Penang Mural

TOKYO / KUALA LUMPUR — A prominent street artist has launched legal action against a major Southeast Asian airline, alleging

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First Time in India? Start With These Surprisingly Mild Street Foods

For first-time visitors, Indian street food often comes with a reputation that feels intimidating: intense spice, unfamiliar textures, and concerns

Beyond Pad Thai: 6 Thai Dishes Tourists Almost Never Try

For many visitors, Thai cuisine begins and ends with pad Thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice. These dishes are

Bubble Tea Isn’t Just a Drink Anymore — It’s a Lifestyle Brand

What began as a sweet, textural beverage sold in modest tea shops has evolved into something far more influential. Bubble

What to Pack for Thailand: The Ultimate Simple Checklist

Packing for Thailand can feel deceptively simple. The country is warm, well-developed, and traveler-friendly—but its climate, culture, and varied landscapes

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Cheap Eats in Singapore: How to Fill Up for Under $5

Singapore often gets tagged as one of the world’s most expensive cities to eat and

Vietnamese Coffee vs. Thai Coffee: What’s the Difference?

Coffee culture in Southeast Asia is as much about history and identity as it is

5 Must-Try Street Foods in Bangkok and Where to Find Them

Bangkok is widely regarded as one of the world’s great street food capitals. From sizzling

Long Prison Term for Pro-Democracy Icon Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong Security Case

On 9 February 2026, prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist and media tycoon Jimmy Lai Chee-ying

Indian Street Food for Beginners: 3 Safe and Tasty Dishes to Try First

Indian street food is one of the world’s most vibrant culinary traditions—bold, aromatic, and deeply

This One Vietnamese Soup Has 10 Variations — A Foodie’s Map to Find Them All

Vietnam is universally celebrated for its soups—the aromatic bowls of broth that define breakfast, lunch,

China’s Supreme Court Overturns Canadian’s Death Sentence in Major Diplomatic Gesture

BEIJING / OTTAWA — China’s highest judicial authority has overturned the death sentence of Canadian

Trump Throws Support Behind Japan’s Takaichi Ahead of Snap Election

WASHINGTON / TOKYO — In an unusually direct intervention, **U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly