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Vali Nasr: The Role of the US in the Middle East

Vali Nasr speaks about the interconnectedness of Asia and Middle-East policy, the significance of Iran's new president, and the legacy and responsibility of the US in the Middle-East. more

Vali Nasr: The US and China in the Middle East (Complete)

Vali Nasr assesses U.S. and Chinese priorities in light of the changing political situation in Iran, Syria, and throughout the Middle East. more
Brothers enjoying each other's company in Triplicane, Tamil Nadu. (Rakesh Vijayan)

Photos: Bangalore Photographer Rakesh JV Captures Everyday Dynamism

Face by face, part-time street photographer Rakesh JV is producing an indelible portrait gallery of his fellow Indians. more

Sara Mathew: Interviewing to Find 'Learning Leaders'

Sara Mathew in conversation with Stephanie Mehta during the Diversity Leadership Forum 2013, discusses interview tips and advice for future leaders. more

In Conversation With Movie Legend Jackie Chan

Actor Jackie Chan discusses the behind-the-scenes events and answers questions about his stunts and his 1994 classic movie, Drunken Master II. more
Jen Chung, co-founder of Gothamist.

Gothamist's Jen Chung on Mourning the Intimacy of New York's Blog Scene

One of New York's original city bloggers talks about being called "gook" in high school, her favorite websites and restaurants — and pandas, of course! more
Chef Simpson Wong's Lobster Egg Foo Young, named one of the top eight dishes by The New York Times in 2012. (Tahiat Mahboob/Asia Society)

Video: Watch Chef Simpson Wong Cook His Famous Lobster Egg Foo Young

Step into the kitchen with New York-based Malaysian chef Simpson Wong and learn the inspiration behind his "Asian locavore" restaurant Wong. more

Enjoy Asian Contemporary Art Week in New York Until May 31

This year, two Asia Society installations are part of ACAW: Vandy Rattana's 'Bomb Ponds' and Tim Lee's 'Blowin' in the Wind, Bob Dylan, 1963, 2013.' more
Chicken-based tori paitan broth at Totto Ramen in New York, N.Y. (Keizo Shimamoto)

Multimedia: 'Ramen Dreams' Chef Picks His Five Best Ramen Joints in United States

A ramen fanatic who consumes an estimated 600 bowls a year picks his best ramen spots in America. more
A scene from the 'I Sing Beijing' highlights video. (YouTube)

Listen: 'I Sing Beijing' Makes Opera a Universal Language

An international arts collaboration that bridges Brazil to Beijing and beyond, is now coming to New York. more