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Slideshow: What's On the Ramadan Iftar Menu in Asia?

Kueh lapis is a layered glutinous steamed cake that is abundant all over Singapore. (multheme/Flickr)
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During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims break the fast with iftar, an evening meal taken after sunset. We take a look at some of the dishes typically served in different parts of Asia.

August 16th by Aarti Chawla | Comments

Photo of the Day: Randomly in the Middle of Rajasthan, India

An old man poses for the camera in Narlai, India on March 16, 2012. (Akshay Mahajan/Flickr)
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An old man poses for the camera in Narlai, India on March 16, 2012. (Akshay Mahajan/Flickr)

August 16th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Multimedia: Celebrating India, Bollywood Style

Aamir Khan in a scene from the Oscar-nominated movie 'Lagaan' (2001).
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Bollywood has a rich history of celebrating patriotism through movies and music that highlight India. Here's a look at a few haunting classics and some foot-tapping contemporary songs that pay homage.

August 15th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Photo of the Day: Twilight at Kosgoda Beach, Sri Lanka

Twilight at Kosgoda Beach, Sri Lanka on December 24, 2010. (Himash De Silva/Flickr)
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Twilight at Kosgoda Beach, Sri Lanka on December 24, 2010. (Himash De Silva/Flickr)

August 15th by Sherley Wetherhold | Comments

Slideshow: A Glimpse of Pakistan on its 65th Birthday

An old man in patriotic garb at the Wagah border. (Imtiaz Ahmed/Flickr)
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As the country celebrates its 65th Independence Day on August 14, we take a brief look at the places and people from around Pakistan that make up the Land of the Pure.

August 14th by Sherley Wetherhold | Comments

Photo of the Day: Standing Guard in Taipei

A striped cat sits stock-still and watchful on May 6, 2012 in Taipei. (今 ゆっくりと 歩いていこう/Flickr)
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A striped cat sits stock-still and watchful on May 6, 2012 in Taipei. (今 ゆっくりと 歩いていこう/Flickr)

August 14th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Photo of the Day: A Moment of Pause in Post-Earthquake Iran

A man squats in the wreckage of his home in Baje-Baj, Iran after twin earthquakes hit the country's northwestern region on August 11, 2012. (Atta Kenare/Getty Images)
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A man squats in the wreckage of his home in Baje-Baj, Iran after twin earthquakes hit the country's northwestern region on August 11, 2012. (Atta Kenare/Getty Images)

August 13th by Sherley Wetherhold | Comments

Slideshow: 15 Unforgettable Images of Asian Olympians at London 2012

Qiushuang Huang of China competes on the balance beam in the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Individual All-Around on August 2, 2012. (Julian Finney/Getty Images)
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Already feeling post-Olympics blues? No more finish times to discuss? Fear not! Here's a look back at some of the iconic, gravity-defying and emotional Asian images from the London Olympics.

August 13th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Photo of the Day: The Morning Rush in India

People start their day by the water in Varanasi, India on July 2, 2012. (Shivika Sinha)
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People start their day by the water in Varanasi, India on July 2, 2012. (Shivika Sinha)

August 10th by Tahiat Mahboob | Comments

Dan Rather: Reporters Can Be 'Overwhelmed' Covering 'Booming' Asia [Video]

Dan Rather interviews the Dalai Lama at his residence-in-exile in Dharamsala, India, in July 2007. (DanRather.com)
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In part four of our exclusive interview, the veteran journalist discusses how reporting from Asia has changed over the years.

August 10th by Dan Washburn | Comments

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