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Multimedia: Asia Society Experts Preview Year of the Rabbit

Asia Society experts Simon Tay and Suzanne DiMaggio discuss what the new Lunar Year means for Asia. more
The Melt, a multimedia experience explaining the effects of climate change to the ecosystem and people of Asia.

The Melt

As the glaciers of the Himalayas melt, changes occur and our environment responds as physics dictate. As Bill KcKibben puts it, "Nature doesn't meet us half way." more
Task Force principal advisor C. Peter Timmer shares report findings at the Ford Foundation in New York City on Sept. 27, 2010. (2 min., 32 sec.)

Partnering for Food Security in Asia

A newly released Asia Society/IRRI Task Force urges partnerships to address hunger and poverty in Asia. more
Excerpt: The Alim Qasimov Ensemble in concert at Asia Society New York on Mar. 12, 2010. (3 min., 57 sec.)

Alim Qasimov, Innovator in Tradition

Azerbaijan's great singer explains the mugham tradition to a Western audience. more

In Afghanistan, Karzai Gets a Second Term

In pictures: in a tense Kabul, Hamid Karzai is declared president of Afghanistan as his rival withdraws. more

In Afghanistan, A Tense Election

In pictures: with tensions rising, Afghans head to the polls for a referendum on President Karzai's leadership. more
Tabla. Illustration: Jayesh/iStockPhoto.com.

World Rhythms: Tabla

Learn about a double drum that's found in cultures throughout the world. Through this flexible lesson, learn about the mechanics, methods, and musical qualities of a tabla by creating a "tube-la" in class. more
Art from Dunhuang showing a blend of artistic and cultural styles. Image: gongfu_king/flickr.com.

Comparative Religious Teachings

Students analyze translated texts from Christian, Buddhist, Islamic, Hindu and other religious books. more
For sale along the Silk Roads. What's your product? Image: Gusjer/flickr.com.

Trade in the Silk Road Cities

Students learn about the vast Eurasian trade network--and create a modern-day marketing plan to move products from China to the Middle East. Culture, economics, satellite mapping, "global street smarts" come together in this activity. more
Human failings such as prejudices, fear, and ignorance can aggravate a pandemic. (Nicholas C. Liu/Flickr)

Pandemics: Globalization Bites

Can the wealthy and the healthy afford to ignore the wellbeing of the poor and the sick? more