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Taiwan is embracing marriage equality, and refining its own identity
Island's democratic traditions grow even stronger as it becomes a regional leader for LGBT rights
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A Buddhist take on the fate of Bangkok's Dusit Thani hotel
For Thais, the demolition of a landmark is a reminder of life's impermanence
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Game on: Japanese dining taps its wild side
Gibier restaurants take off as diners go for healthier, sustainable meat
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The eye-opening joys of urban farming
What one family learned from raising chickens in Bangkok
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Australia's Holden runs out of road
Demise of iconic brand marks the end of an era for the country's car industry
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How long can Brunei keep punching above its weight?
After 50 years on the throne, the sultan is finding it harder to keep his country relevant
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What the 'bicycle index' says about a country
When cycling goes from necessity to choice, it represents a major sociological shift
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What the 'bicycle index' says about a country
When cycling goes from necessity to choice, it represents a major sociological shift
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India's toilet culture needs a good scrubbing
Bollywood film tackling open defecation doubles as propaganda for Modi
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Bob Gruen's images of rock icons highlight Japan's sense of nostalgia
American photographer provides an entry to a piece of history
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The remarkable ability of opera to defy cultural appropriation
Chinese soprano He Hui highlights the art's focus on ability, not nationality
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Saving Sumatra's tigers while in Sydney
Taronga Zoo uses technology to help endangered cats far away
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For many music lovers in Japan, 'real' means vinyl
The tables are turning for a part of the industry once in decline
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Progress on the bumpy road to democracy
East Timor provides a small but timely example of the power of the ballot box
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Populism fails to catch fire in Japan
Gripes from the young and fears for the future won't fuel radical politics
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Singaporeans reveal a pent-up desire for debate on social issues
Prime minister's family feud goes viral, provides public a rare chance to vent
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Sweet or bitter: The 'tea train' evokes colonial legacy
Anniversary celebrations offer reflections on British rule and homegrown success
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Martial law to mosh pit: Taiwan's path to freedom
Anniversary of move toward democracy sparks celebration and reflection
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The changing face of Australia's national identity
Can country maintain its delicate balancing act between East and West?
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As a city, Yangon is still searching for its mojo
Uneven development leaves Myanmar's largest city in a state of flux
