The joke is ‘not funny’ and in bad taste, given how rice shortages are a big concern in Japan, its unhappy critics say.

Fans of bands, anime characters, mascots and online entertainers in Japan may spend as much as US$23 billion a year.

Samba dance, reggae drumming and ginga football among activities that will foster better understanding between two cultures, organiser says.

Policy applies at US posts in mainland cities and Hong Kong, although not to those in existing relationships: media report.

BYD plans to increase its sales network in South Korea, a car market dominated by local producers Hyundai Motor and Kia Corp, ...

Israel’s leader, sought under an International Criminal Court arrest warrant, is in Hungary for a state visit.

Singapore, one of the US’ closest partners in the region, is the most worried about the impact of Trump’s second term, a new ...

Critics fear it will further undermine Muslim rights in India and could be used to confiscate historic mosques and other property.

US$1,000-plus deluxe smart glasses to have screen in front of right eye to display photos and apps, and to respond to ...

Let’s worship the master of time management’ is just one of the many reactions to the news on Chinese social media.

Daughter says co-founder of health and beauty chain Phillip Wain in Hong Kong, Southeast Asia, died on March 14 at his home ...

HashKey’s first AI product is designed for content moderation, but it envisions a future of AI agents trading on blockchain ...