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The Singapore Stone’s carvings have been undeciphered for centuries – now we’re trying to crack the puzzle

If you pay a visit to the Singapore Stone, displayed at the National Museum of Singapore, you might be disappointed. That’s because the inscription – carrying an unknown writing system transcribing an unknown language – is fading. But if you love puzzles, this won’t put you off.

The Conversation

Taiwan nighttime dragon boat racing puts a modern twist on an ancient tradition

Across the Chinese diaspora, racing in dragon boats has been a tradition reaching back thousands of years

The Independent UK

Japan To Build Anti-tourist Fence At Mount Fuji Viewpoint

A tall metal fence will be built to control unruly tourists who have annoyed locals at a popular Mount Fuji photo spot, a Japanese official said Thursday.

International Business Times

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Teen boyfriend held over woman's murder

A teenage male was in police custody on Wednesday, after allegedly trying to kill himself, as police released more details of the murder of a young woman about to enter university.

Bangkok Post

Embarrassment as tourist spots secret behind China’s ‘highest waterfall’

Video from a Douyin user showed a tourist revealing a large pipe burrowed at the top Yuntai Falls

The Independent UK

Pride before a fall: water pipe helps cherished waterfall in China stay flowing

A viral video from a tourist showed that Yuntai falls in Henan province relies on some artificial help to keep the torrent of water flowing

The Guardian - AU

Hands-on Boodle Fight offers fun Filipino communal dining experience

It's called a 'fight' due to its military origins in mess halls.

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A volcano erupts on a central Philippine island, sending hundreds into evacuation centers

A volcano has belched a plume of ash and steam into the night sky in the central Philippines in a powerful explosion that sent more than 700 people fleeing to evacuation camps

The Independent UK

This paradise island has got its mojo back – cheaper than Bali and without the crowds

Indonesia’s islands still conjure up alluring far-flung escapism, but with that comes an influx of crowds. Ally Wybrew finds an affordable, slower-paced destination for a getaway, in Lombok

The Independent UK

In Indonesia, women ranger teams go on patrol to slow deforestation

A female-led group of forest rangers in Indonesia are defying social norms to lead patrols in the jungle to combat deforestation

The Independent UK

Cover Story: Yen’s Decline Tied to U.S.-Japan Rate Gap Is Seen Stretching to 2025

Japanese tourism and exports see gains while fund outflows and higher import costs cause pain

Caixin Global

Thai island of Samui weighs ‘White Lotus effect’ against environmental cost

There is unease about how to strike a balance between tourist numbers and the need to protect natural resources

The Guardian - UK

Young Cambodians Fight To Preserve Ancient Martial Art

In a small Cambodian town near the banks of the Mekong River, law student Oeun Bunthav tenses his slender torso and steels himself for an elbow strike to his head.

International Business Times

The chilled way to do the Yucatan Peninsula (without an influencer in sight)

The ‘Tuluminati’ have ruined beautiful Tulum with their ring lights and Burning Man ‘fits, so head to the tranquil Riviera Maya instead, says Luciana Bellini

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Bangkok Post

TEST YOURSELF: Paradise reborn

Koh Phi Phi is a model for eco-friendly travel

International Business Times

Brain, Skull And Spine Injuries On Turbulent Singapore Flight

Passengers on a Singapore Airlines flight that hit extreme turbulence over Asia suffered skull, brain and spinal injuries, the head of a Bangkok hospital said Thursday.

The Independent UK

From South Korea to India, devotees mark the birthday of Buddha with lanterns and prayers

A devotee knelt and gently touched his head on the dome of the Boudhanath Stupa, an iconic Buddhist monument in Kathmandu, as a mark of reverence on Thursday, which marks the birth of Buddha.

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Uttarakhand: Devotees take holy dip in Ganga at 'Har ki Pauri' on Buddha Purnima

Thousands of devotees gathered in Haridwar to take a holy dip and offer prayers on the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Grand procession held in Bodh Gaya on the occasion of Buddha Purnima

On the auspicious occasion of the 2,568th birth anniversary of Lord Buddha, a grand procession was held in the land of knowledge Bodh Gaya in the Gaya district of the state of Bihar, on Thursday morning. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Guardian - AU

‘Sheer terror’: three Australians in intensive care after Singapore Airlines flight hit turbulence

Australians are among 20 passengers from flight SQ321 being treated in ICU at Samitivej Srinakarin hospital in Bangkok

Evening Standard

Japanese locals block view of Mount Fuji to deter tourists

Residents of Fujikawaguchiko are taking matters into their own hands after tourists wreaked havoc in the area

Dynamite News

Char Dham Yatra: Huge rush of pilgrims at Gangotri, Yamunotri Dhams

A huge number of devotees thronged Gangotri and Yamunotri Dhams for darshan on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

South African government for speedy issuance of visas for Indian tourists

The Hindu

Chinnakkanal panchayat to approach Kerala High Court against expert panel suggestion to regulate tourism activities

Chinnakkanal grama panchayat challenges expert panel recommendations affecting tourism and human-animal conflict, seeking Kerala High Court intervention.

Al Jazeera

As Cambodia launches $36.6bn building drive, China, Japan fight for spoils

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has unveiled a 174-project master plan that has attracted bids by rival powers.

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