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The Web Reacts: Earthquake Strikes Iran and Pakistan, Tremors Felt Around Asia
On April 16, 2013, a powerful earthquake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, struck southeastern Iran. Asia Society takes a look at the coverage of the news.
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Interview: Food Writer Louisa Shafia Brings 'New Persian Kitchen' Into Every Home
On the eve of Norouz, Louisa Shafia, author of "Lucid Food" and the upcoming "The New Persian Kitchen," shares her insights into Persian food and hospitality.
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To Be 'All In' on Asia, US Must Manage Crises and Leverage New Opportunities
With confirmation that the United States is serious about its "rebalancing toward Asia," Matt Stumpf offers ideas on how to craft a positive vision for U.S. relations in the region.
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Donilon: US Not 'Containing China' or Dictating Terms With Asia Rebalance
Highlights from National Security Advisor Thomas Donilon's appearance at Asia Society in New York on Monday, March 11, 2013.
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Photos: Kurdish Hills and Komodo Dragons All in a Day's Work for Kiwi Photographer
New Zealand photographer Amos Chapple, whose photo was selected as an editor's choice in the National Geographic Photo Contest, discusses his experiences photographing all over the world.
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A 'Shahnameh' for the Digital Age (Complete)
Graphic artist Hamid Rahmanian and translator Ahmad Sadri unveil their lavish new edition of the 11th-century Persian epic.
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Photos: Exquisite 'Shahnameh for the Digital Age' Embodies 1,000 Years of Tradition
In pictures: A stunning new rendition of the Persian national epic encompasses traditional styles dating back hundreds of years.
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More About the Iranian Prison Film Jon Stewart is Leaving 'Daily Show' to Direct
For those of you looking for a little more information on what Stewart's directorial debut will be about, we've got you covered. Maziar Bahari appeared at Asia Society New York in 2011 to discuss 'Then They Came For Me.'
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'Unprecedented' Conversation Yields Proposals for US-Iran Negotiations
Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Mohammad Khazaee and former U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Pickering discuss breaking the nuclear impasse and the future of U.S.-Iran relations.
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US-Iran Relations: Overcoming a Legacy of Mistrust
Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations sits down with senior U.S. diplomat Thomas Pickering to discuss breaking the nuclear impasse and U.S.-Iran relations.
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