Big-name artists and galleries attract crowds to Japan’s cities, but visitors who venture to regional areas will find dynamic arts institutions as well as festivals that celebrate the country’s divers ... ( read original story ...)
Japan navy submarine, Hong Kong ship collide off Japan coast
A Japanese navy submarine and a commercial ship have collided off Japan’s southern coast, causing minor injuries to three crewmembers of the submarine and damage to its mast ... ( read original story ...)
At least 200 missing after deadly glacier collapse, flood in India
For a second night, 2,000 soldiers and police are searching for survivors after a piece of a Himalayan glacier broke off on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Top U.S. Foes Russia, China, Iran to Train, Trade Together as Biden Claims ‘America is Back’
Iran was also set to extend a 20-year relations agreement with Russia and is in the final stages of reaching a 25-year economic cooperation deal with China, as the Islamic Republic looks to dodge ... ( read original story ...)
China Appears to Block Social-Media Platform Clubhouse After Brief Flourishing of Debate
The Silicon Valley audio-chat app had attracted thousands of users in China, who used it to discuss taboo topics including Xinjiang and human rights. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: China’s northeast outbreaks appear under control
China appears to have stamped out its latest coronavirus outbreaks centered on the northeast, reporting no new cases of local infection in its latest daily report ... ( read original story ...)
Biden, Modi Hold Talks on Myanmar, Security Challenges Posed by China
The president has yet to speak with China’s leader, but his phone calls with allies have set the stage. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s exports hit record-high US$34.3 billion in January on 5G, holiday demand
The surge in exports is fuelled by rising demand for semiconductors and by companies rushing to get components ahead of the Lunar New Year. ( read original story ...)
PM Modi to inaugurate World Sustainable Development Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the World Sustainable Development Summit 2021 on February 10 at 6 ... ( read original story ...)
VerSe Innovation raises another $100 million funds from Qatar Investment Authority, others
As per the reports, Canaan Valley Capital and existing investor Sofina Group also participated in this round, the firm. ( read original story ...)