China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy
The holiday, China's biggest, this year falls between Jan. 28-Feb. 4 and marks the arrival of the Year of the Snake.
Fri Jan 24 2025
China's 'Snake Village' seeks New Year riches
For Zisiqiao in eastern China, the arrival of the Year of the Snake carries a special meaning as snakes are the village's main industry.
Sun Feb 10 2013
Chinese New Year in Malaysia (2013)
The Chinese community in Malaysia usher the Year of the Snake on Sunday (February 10, 2013)
Sat Feb 09 2013
Top 10 games for the Year of the Snake
Feb 10, 2013 marks the Chinese New Year -- the year of the snake -- so why not choose something to play from our serpentile selection.
Fri Feb 08 2013
Astrologers warn of sss-stormy Year of Snake
A stock market slide, escalated conflict between Japan and China and more Gangnam-styled success for South Korean singer Psy will shape the incoming Year of the Snake.
Thu Feb 07 2013
One million children in Gaza need mental health support for depression, anxiety - UN
The ceasefire has provided a vital reprieve from relentless hostilities for Palestinians, says Tom Fletcher.
Sun Jan 26 2025
Coffee and snake - Taipei pet shop aims to break down prejudice against the animal
The snake has a mixed reputation in traditional Taiwanese and Chinese culture as a symbol of either good or bad.
Sun Jan 26 2025
What are the Taliban's restrictions on Afghan women?
Here are the details of the crackdown on rights imposed by the Afghanistan's Taliban administration.
Sun Jan 26 2025
A tech-savvy Maha Kumbh: India aims for a safer religious festival
Police say they are using AI-based software to count the number of people and prevent stampedes.
Sun Jan 26 2025
Trump 2.0: Crypto bet big on Trump in 2024. Can it cash in?
Crypto-aligned interests pumped millions of dollars into campaigns for President Donald Trump and pro-crypto candidates.
Sun Jan 26 2025
PKAUM urges for UM management and campus community to come together against sexual harassment
Academics have been criticized before for being in their ivory tower and out of touch with the realities and sufferings of ordinary citizens.
Sat Jan 25 2025
'Cute and murderous': How Squid Game's iconic killer doll came to life
The initial inspiration for Young-hee came from a girl of the same name on the cover of old primary school textbooks in South Korea.
Sat Jan 25 2025
US friends and foes buckle up for new 'America first' era
America's partners and adversaries both appear to be scrambling to adapt to that new reality.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Pineapple pizza debate heats up as UK pizzeria sets 100-pound price tag
As pizza has become popular globally, foreign innovations in toppings have often left Italians perplexed and aghast.
Sat Jan 25 2025
ANALYSIS - Hamas' tight grip on Gaza complicates plan for lasting peace
Hamas remains deeply entrenched in Gaza and its hold on power represents a challenge to implementing a permanent ceasefire.
Sat Jan 25 2025