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Multimedia: 10 Asian Sports That Would Spice Up the Olympics

Gymnastics, archery, swimming and volleyball are all well and fine. But these Asian sports would definitely give the world something to talk about. more
A woman in a full-body wet suit for complete protection from the sun, in Chaoyang, China on July 5, 2012. (PCAuto)

In China, a Long Tradition of Dodging the Sun [Photos]

Forget sunblock — the Asians pictured here take it a step further with innovative protective gear. Where did this cultural preference for fair skin come from, and is it likely to change any time soon? more
A cat peeks out from behind some stone steps in Tokyo on July 8, 2012. (pouchin/Flickr)

Photo of the Day: Playing Peekaboo in Tokyo

A cat peeks out from behind some stone steps in Tokyo on July 8, 2012. (pouchin/Flickr) more
An evening sun reaches toward the horizon of Tokyo's skyline in Japan, photographed on May 26, 2012. (arcreyes [-ratamahatta-]/Flickr)

Photo of the Day: Paint Me Pastel in Tokyo

The evening sun colors Tokyo's skyline in pastel hues on May 26, 2012. (arcreyes [-ratamahatta-]/Flickr) more
Japanese tourist with two Ainu in Hokkaido, date unknown. (Sgt. Steiner/Flickr)

Going, Going, Gone: Five of Asia's Most Endangered Languages

Meet the "hairy Ainu" of Japan, Taiwan's Saaroa, the Kusunda of Nepal, the last Manchus and the Jarawa of India's Andaman Islands. more

Dan Rather: Education in America

Journalist Dan Rather says the American education system lacks a "global perspective." more
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda in Tokyo on April 17, 2012. (World Travel & Tourism Council/Flickr)

Expert: PM Noda's Tax Hike Gamble Leading to Ill-Timed Political Turmoil in Japan

Associate Fellow Ayako Doi: Prime Minister Noda's push for a sales tax hike threatens to pitch the country into a period of political instability that couldn't come at a worse time. more
Protesters receiving free massages at the site of Occupy Central, Hong Kong, photographed on October 23, 2011. (dawvon/Flickr)

As Hong Kong's 'Occupy' Awaits Court Verdict, a Look at Its Asian Counterparts

The fate of Hong Kong's "Occupy Central" hangs in the balance as HSBC applies to the city's high court for the right to evict it. How are Asia's other Occupy movements faring? more
A Humboldt penguin in Tokyo Sea Life Park, Japan, photographed on January 29, 2011. (minoir/Flickr)

Japan's Fugitive Penguin to be Given Name by Public Competition

Back behind bars, Tokyo's intrepid runaway will have finally earned a name for him- or herself. more
The 'Millionaire Fair' in Shanghai. (Ricky Jiang/Flickr)

5 Things You Should Know About Asia's Millionaires

As their numbers rise, Asia’s millionaires will increasingly influence the marketplace, not only on private jet sales, but also the price of everything from gasoline to wine to the property in your neighborhood, writes Avery Booker. more