Asia
Decade of Asian cinema crowns 2019’s Top Ten Films
December 23, 2019There is an Asian pivot in global cinema which accompanies the economic strength of the region.
Read moreMonty Python’s North Korea? Comedian’s book is surprisingly objective look at DPRK
December 3, 2019Michael Palin often disparages the system of the DPRK, but as his journey continues, he clearly became quite fond of the Korean people.
Read moreAsia’s entertainment industry is having its #MeToo moment
July 17, 2019“In some way, the #MeToo movement has collectively empowered women without our knowing it, all over the world.”
Read moreHong Kong protests continue after government withdraws extradition law
June 17, 2019Organizers say the extradition law is a threat to the “one country, two systems” policy.
Read moreLove wins in Taiwan: First in Asia to recognize LGBTQ marriage equality
May 17, 2019With just days to go before a court-ordered deadline, lawmakers in Taipei passed landmark legislation recognizing same-sex unions.
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