The Latest Breaking News from Asia

June 9-15, 2023

When Suga, the rapper and producer of BTS, announced his solo world tour concert, people were surprised because he is not the main vocalist who is the focus of performances. Suga tours under his alias, Agust D, which he has used since he released his solo album in 2016. "The…

Following the sell-out success of their November 2023 Asia/Australia shows, Coldplay is staging a second run of Asia dates for January and February next year, as part of their record-breaking "Music of the Spheres World Tour". The good news is that the dates include a show at Bangkok's Rajamangala National…

Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar on Wednesday expressed the government’s willingness to expand the solar power park at Pavagada in Tumakuru district, which is said to be the biggest in Asia. He said that a proposal regarding the same would be sent to the central government if the landowners…

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Oia, Bengaluru’s massive bar spanning 87,000 sq ft, impresses with its Santorini-inspired aesthetics. Situated in Hennur, it attracts visitors despite wait times, becoming a must-visit destination in the city.

MACAU: In a sea change for the traditionally conservative region, some of the biggest tourism spots in Asia and the Middle East are moving toward building or allowing their first casinos, raising competitive pressure on existing hubs like Macau.

Asian countries are engaged in fierce competition for the Thai outbound travel market, banking on increased flight capacity compared with last year.

Tech spending in Thailand and four other Southeast Asian economies is projected to grow 7% this year to approach US$47 billion, despite a number of challenges such as fragile post-pandemic supply chains, according to UK-based research and advisory firm Forrester.

Although the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has long been the most prominent global institution for promoting financial stability, calls to create regional alternatives are growing louder.