Michelle Obama misses Jimmy Carter funeral, where she would have sat beside Trump
Except for the ex-first lady, who is in Hawaii, all of the living former US presidents and their spouses attended the event ...
Japan’s Kyoto to sharply raise hotel tax in bid to curb overtourism – will it work?
Some analysts say the higher accommodation tax may lead to tourists staying in nearby cities and making day trips to Kyoto.
FC Barcelona ‘signed’ to play in Hong Kong – but ‘unsent email’ row pauses venue talks
Organiser disputes Kai Tak Sports Park’s version of events after reports that application form was not returned.
Ex-Hong Kong opposition lawmaker Shiu Ka-chun dies at 55 after cancer battle
Former Hong Kong opposition lawmaker Shiu Ka-chun has died at the age of 55 after a battle with stomach cancer. Politicians such as Democratic Party chairman Lo Kin-hei confirmed the news on social ...
South Korean youth redefine Jesus, add hearts to images, create fan posters, spark debate
Country’s youngsters give religious icon a modern-day makeover, cafes celebrate his birthday, critics say trend ‘desecrates sanctity’ of faith.
Chinese cancel Thai holidays as actor Wang Xing’s kidnapping fuels safety fears
Wang, a relatively unknown actor in China until his disappearance went viral, was reported missing after travelling to the popular tourist destination for a shoot. Thai authoritie ...