Despite its diminutive size on the all-too-common world maps that use Mercator projection, Africa is the second-largest ...

In his new book Fortune Seekers, economic historian Raman Mahadevan maps the rise of the Chettiars — and why their vast ...

TOKYO -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government expects to complete an extension of the Oedo subway line by 2040, according to a draft plan to improve transportation access across the capital.

A strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake has hit central Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The exact number of deaths and missing people are not yet known, but a rescue team has told the BBC it is “at least in the ...

Amid global geopolitical turbulence, Vietnam is continuing to solidify its position as a strategic beacon in innovation and ...

Francis was the first pope to visit Timor-Leste since its independence from Indonesia in 2002 following a brutal occupation.

Rey Mysterio and the wrestling world got quite a shock yesterday when it was announced that WWE had acquired the lucha libre ...

In a thrilling encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, the Delhi Capitals faced their first setback of IPL 2025, falling short by 12 runs against the Mumbai Indians. Despite a strong innings from ...

Subscribe now to enjoy unlimited access at just $59. Premium coverage on private equity, venture capital, and startups in Asia. Exclusive scoops from our reporters in nine key markets. In-depth ...

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Bangladesh’s capital on Saturday to condemn Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip. The protesters, estimated at some 100,000 ...

Last week, the latter two added to Temasek's recent $1 billion investment in snack maker Haldiram's, bringing the total to $1.5 billion, according to Nikkei Asia sources -- one of the largest ...

Mr Donald Trump’s return to the White House is reshaping America and the world. The swift reimposition of tariffs, including on key Asian economies, signals that the United States has radically ...