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  • Asia stock selloff extends as tech, silver rout worsens

    Asia stock selloff extends as tech, silver rout worsens

    Asian shares fell as much as 1.1% after Wall Street gauges declined, with the Nasdaq 100 suffering its worst three-day rout since April’s meltdown

  • Malaysia emerges as Southeast Asia’s most visited destination in 2025 — here’s why it is so popular among tourists

    Malaysia emerges as Southeast Asia’s most visited destination in 2025 — here’s why it is so popular among tourists

    Malaysia has emerged as Southeast Asia’s most visited destination in 2025, welcoming 42.2 million tourists. Visa-free access, better connectivity and diverse experiences are driving the surge

  • Thailand and Vietnam: which one should you travel to next?

    Thailand and Vietnam: which one should you travel to next?

    Thailand vs Vietnam: Confused about where to travel next? Compare visas, costs, food, beaches, culture and experiences to find the perfect Southeast Asian destination for your trip.

  • Meghalaya’s Mawlynnong village to be closed to tourists on Sundays

    Meghalaya’s Mawlynnong village to be closed to tourists on Sundays

    Asia’s cleanest village, Mawlynnong in Meghalaya, will bar single-day tourists on Sundays from January 2026 to protect community life, religious practices and manage tourism pressure.

  • Hanoi crowned Asia’s best solo travel destination in 2026

    Hanoi crowned Asia’s best solo travel destination in 2026

    Hanoi has been named Asia’s best solo travel destination for 2026. Discover the Vietnamese capital’s history, culture, food scene, best time to visit, transport, and visa details for Indian travellers.

  • Chasing snow in 2026? These 6 Asian destinations are pure winter magic

    Chasing snow in 2026? These 6 Asian destinations are pure winter magic

    Chasing snow in 2026? Discover 6 stunning Asian winter destinations, from Japan’s powdery ski slopes to China’s ice cities and Himalayan snow escapes.

  • Satellite images reveal Himalayan snow at a 20-year low! Could Asia’s water supply be at risk?

    Satellite images reveal Himalayan snow at a 20-year low! Could Asia’s water supply be at risk?

    Satellite data shows Himalayan snow has dropped to a two-decade low. Scientists warn melting peaks threaten Asia’s rivers, ecosystem and millions of people who rely on these crucial water sources.

  • KKR Asia credit fund draws 75% new investors as decoupling rises

    KKR Asia credit fund draws 75% new investors as decoupling rises

    The optimism around Asian private credit runs counter to a broader global pullback

  • Tiny and nocturnal, this Great Eared Nightjar is mystery itself!

    Tiny and nocturnal, this Great Eared Nightjar is mystery itself!

    The great eared nightjar, found across Asia, looks like a tiny dragon. Its camouflage, twilight hunting and unique behaviour reveal evolution’s artistry in forests and inspire scientific wonder.

  • Vietnam emerges as a top year-end destination for families across Asia

    Vietnam emerges as a top year-end destination for families across Asia

    Vietnam is emerging as a top year-end family destination in Asia, attracting travelers from South Korea, India, Malaysia, and beyond with its beaches, cultural landmarks, and family-friendly resorts.

  • 7 Asian destinations you can’t miss in 2026, according to a new travel report

    7 Asian destinations you can’t miss in 2026, according to a new travel report

    Discover the 7 Asian destinations you can’t miss in 2026, according to a new Rough Guides travel report highlighting top cultural, urban, and nature escapes.

  • Asia stocks fall as optimism fades, US bonds hold gains

    Asia stocks fall as optimism fades, US bonds hold gains

    Stocks opened lower in Japan and South Korea. A gauge of global stocks and the S&P 500 Index both posted their first declines of 2026 on Wednesday

  • Discover 13 hidden gems of the most authentic slow-travel escapes in Asia for 2026

    Discover 13 hidden gems of the most authentic slow-travel escapes in Asia for 2026

    Discover 13 hidden gems of Asia for 2026 that celebrate the art of slow travel. From Bali’s sacred rice terraces to Japan’s pilgrim towns and China’s heritage villages, explore community-led experiences, traditional crafts, and low-impact stays that reveal authentic culture at an unhurried pace.

  • UBS 25-year Asia veteran departs ahead of new wave of job cuts

    UBS 25-year Asia veteran departs ahead of new wave of job cuts

    Lafon, the global co-head of distribution in Singapore, left late last year in a mutual agreement with the bank

  • Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram becomes India’s leading emerging destination for foreigners; Indore tops the trending list

    Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram becomes India’s leading emerging destination for foreigners; Indore tops the trending list

    Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram is winning global attention as India’s top emerging destination, while Indore leads the country’s domestic travel surge. Booking trends show travellers are looking beyond familiar hotspots to explore peaceful beaches, heritage-rich cities and exciting new urban escapes for their 2026 holidays.

  • Asia stocks hold near record levels, treasuries steady

    Asia stocks hold near record levels, treasuries steady

    The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.1%, extending its advance to a fourth day, led by a 1.1% jump for the Topix Index in Japan

  • From Baidu unit to Jio, Asia’s IPO boom shows no sign of slowing

    From Baidu unit to Jio, Asia’s IPO boom shows no sign of slowing

    Share listings, placements and block trades across Asia Pacific raised $262.7 billion in 2025, the most in four years, according to data compiled by Bloomberg

  • Asian shares hit record, oil swings on Venezuela

    Asian shares hit record, oil swings on Venezuela

    MSCI’s Asian stock index jumped 0.7% at the open after a widely watched technology gauge hit an all-time high

  • AI bubble fears and policy splits loom over Asia stocks in 2026

    AI bubble fears and policy splits loom over Asia stocks in 2026

    The investment frenzy over AI played a key role in driving Asian stocks’ outperformance versus their global peers last year

  • Eating cobras, growing longer, ruling alone: How this snake became ‘king’

    Eating cobras, growing longer, ruling alone: How this snake became ‘king’

    King cobras are the world’s longest venomous snakes, but rare records of giants stretching nearly 19 feet raise questions about how large these elusive, snake eating predators can truly grow.

  • Asia senior investment banker hires jump 60%, survey shows

    Asia senior investment banker hires jump 60%, survey shows

    India accounted for 3% of hires, down from 13% in 2024

  • Leopard vs Jaguar: Similar spots, power and what really separates these big cats

    Leopard vs Jaguar: Similar spots, power and what really separates these big cats

    Leopards and jaguars may share striking spots, but their strength, hunting style, and habitats differ sharply, revealing how two similar-looking big cats evolved to dominate very different worlds.

  • Lion vs Tiger: Power, danger and which big cat wins the ultimate showdown?

    Lion vs Tiger: Power, danger and which big cat wins the ultimate showdown?

    Lions and tigers both rule the wild, but their strength, size, teamwork, and hunting styles differ sharply, revealing why each dominates its own world and why comparing them remains endlessly fascinating.

  • Discover Asia’s 6 jaw-dropping man-made marvels you have to see

    Discover Asia’s 6 jaw-dropping man-made marvels you have to see

    Discover Asia’s 6 architectural and cultural marvels—from George Town and Gyeongju to Udaipur and Kanazawa. Explore historic streets, temples, palaces, and gardens that showcase the continent’s rich heritage.

  • Meet the Yellow-Throated Marten: Asia’s Fearless Forest Predator

    Meet the Yellow-Throated Marten: Asia’s Fearless Forest Predator

    Meet the yellow-throated marten, a fearless Asian forest carnivore whose intelligence, agility and hunting skills play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance.

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