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South China Morning Post – World · China
An adult man wearing a pink women’s one-piece swimsuit at a South Korean swimming pool has sparked debate online. The photo of the man circulated on social med…
South China Morning Post – World · China
In countries like France and Norway, the government census strictly avoids asking about race and ethnicity. Governed by a desire for national unity, these stat…
Times of India – World · India
- Abhishek Asthana is a tech & media entrepreneur. - Founder of GingerMonkey, a creative agency. - Co-founder of Knot Dating, a VC-funded matrimony startup…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A young Sudanese refugee rebuilds his life in Spain while war keeps him from the family he left behind.
South China Morning Post – World · China
Housekeeping services employing Filipino staff have gained in popularity amid growing demand in Japan for such domestic support, with one provider seeing their…
South China Morning Post – World · China
This article was first published on August 4, 2006. Observatory lashed over typhoon signal by Agnes Lam, Clifford Lo and Martin Wong The Observatory was under …
South China Morning Post – World · China
On a midsummer Thursday night, the entertainment district of Hongdae in Seoul is slowly coming alive. Short for Hongik University, Hongdae neighbours several u…
BBC News – World · Europe
A growing number of what the internet has dubbed "loneliness influencers" are spotlighting solo living without children or friends - and it's spurring debate.
BBC News – World · Europe
Costumed participants danced and waved from a colourful flotilla of 80 decorated vessels as they made their way through the city's waterways.
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hangzhou Library, located in eastern China’s Zhejiang province, is affectionately dubbed “the warmest library” because it opens its doors to beggars and scaven…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Sixteen years after being rescued from a river as a toddler, a young girl from eastern China earned a spot at the prestigious Peking University and shared this…
The Hindu – World · India
People who want to give birth at home or without the help of doctors are going to Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube to both give and take medical guidance. Lives …
The Guardian – World · Europe
She Plays to Win face losing one of their female players after being told team must include a maleThe UK’s only all-female chess team have been promoted to the…
South China Morning Post – World · China
An anime convention in southern China recently evicted several cosplayers after they put their bare feet in water and sold the so-called “feet juice,” which at…
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After decades of building lives in South Africa, renewed anti-immigrant tensions in 2026 forced hundreds of African migrants to leave. A Ugandan who spent two …
BBC News – World · Europe
From "delulu" to "FOMO", Gen Z slang has made an unlikely journey from Instagram to parliament.
Times of India – World · India
Rakhi Sawant has responded to Kangana Ranaut's comments regarding student protesters. Sawant criticized Ranaut's remarks and questioned her statements about t…
The New York Times – World · US
The lifestyles of the wealthy in Myanmar — nightclubs, caviar and trips abroad — have been largely untouched by years of deadly conflict.
South China Morning Post – World · China
An 18-year-old Chinese girl recently lost her last living relative as she embarks on her university journey, yet she has declined donations, asking that they b…
South China Morning Post – World · China
India’s latest youth protests began after examination papers were leaked. They could ultimately be seen as a referendum on the country’s development model. The…
BBC News – World · Europe
As Japan increasingly relies on foreign workers, it is also grappling with how to integrate new cultures and religions.
The New York Times – World · US
The killing of a woman in what officials called an act of Islamist terrorism rattled a community that has seen a surge in threats, including from the far right.
South China Morning Post – World · China
Beijing student Lulu Lu was just preparing for bed when she was startled by loud banging at her door. When she opened the door, a man pushed his way inside, sh…
South China Morning Post – World · China
A secondary school graduate in China, unlike many of her peers who travelled after sitting for the national university entrance exam, chose to work alongside h…
BBC News – World · Europe
From women making the first move to shifting relationship dynamics, Love Island has become a window into Britain's evolving dating culture
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Documented cases of violence against LGBTQ+ people in Serbia have never been higher. The attacks are part of a larger shift in society targeting marginalized p…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Jalsa Salana in Hampshire has had enhanced support from police, emergency services and local authoritiesSecurity has been increased by several hundred addition…
The New York Times – World · US
Many Argentines condemned their players’ racist chants and aggressive behavior during the World Cup, but rejected what felt like a sweeping stigmatization of t…
Times of India – World · India
- Decline of joint family system in India raises concerns about social cohesion. - Nuclear families often lack quality time with children, affecting emotiona…
South China Morning Post – World · China
A Hong Kong woman has paid tribute to the late screen legend Patrick Tse Yin, revealing that he saved her brother from drowning decades ago on a boat trip. Vet…
Wired · Global
MAGA-coded adult content playing off immigration crackdowns, white supremacy, and obeying the “natural order” is finding rabid audiences on X.
South China Morning Post – World · China
In China, many heartbroken women are spending thousands of yuan on services that claim they can help win back former lovers, with the first rule being “no cont…
Times of India – World · India
Fans celebrated Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' by bursting firecrackers inside a Bengaluru theatre. This unusual celebration drew widespread attention and mixed r…
Times of India – World · India
- Koushiki Saha is a trainee journalist at The Times of India, focusing on urban governance, infrastructure, public grievances, and municipal policies. - She…
BBC News – World · Europe
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
Wired · Global
Last month, more than a hundred Stanford students left their own graduation to protest Google’s military contracts and deals with ICE. Two organizers, Amanda C…
The Guardian – World · Europe
People gather at cafes and outdoor screenings to support team after Spain’s backing for Palestinian rights The Spanish football team’s World Cup win has been …
The New York Times – World · US
For many fans, the World Cup victory cemented a belief that something promising — a cultural, economic and sports revival — is happening in the country.
Times of India – World · India
India faces a growing loneliness crisis as its population ages rapidly. Urbanization and changing social structures contribute to this increasing isolation. Yo…
BBC News – World · Europe
Ecstatic Spanish spectators and disappointed Argentine fans spoke to the BBC after the World Cup final on Sunday.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Spanish fans spent the night partying in Madrid after their team defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final of the World Cup.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Argentinians filled the streets of Buenos Aires to honour their team despite its World Cup final defeat.
Times of India – World · India
Delhi's Special Police Unit for Women and Children handles numerous dowry-related cases daily. The unit documents evidence like medical records and chat scree…
The New York Times – World · US
A championship victory would be pure elation, but Argentina is already basking in a state of grace after a win against England and a monthlong fever dream.
Times of India – World · India
At 'Ramayana's Pratham Sankalp event, Ranbir Kapoor touched Sunny Deol and Kumar Vishwas's feet, winning hearts online. Ranbir, Sai Pallavi and Sunny shared he…
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