‘Structurally hurt’: why are Chinese tourists spending less overseas than before?
Chinese tourist numbers are recovering across Asia after a pandemic-era contraction, buoyed by the expansion of visa-free policies…
Canada undermines its own China engagement
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China’s shipyards still lead the world, but US threats took a toll in 2025
China retained its position as the world’s top shipbuilder in 2025, but its market share declined for the…
K-pop might win for the first time at the 2026 Grammys
NEW YORK (AP) — Two things can be true at once. K-pop is an inextricable force in global…
Field set for LIV Golf Promotions event, 3 spots in league up for grabs
LIV Golf doesn’t officially kick off its 2026 season for another month, but the league will finalize its…
South Korea to stop breeding bears to extract their bile – but hundreds are still trapped in pens
By Hyung-jin with AP Published on 03/01/2026 – 8:00 GMT+1 South Korea says it will formally end its dwindling yet much-criticised…
BTS announces March comeback date
NEW YORK (AP) — They’re going to light up 2026 like dynamite: K-pop group BTS’ comeback has an…
Asia Manufacturing Rebounds as Global Demand Weathers Trump Hit
Trade bellwethers Taiwan and South Korea led a rebound in Asia’s manufacturing activity, with firms heading into 2026…
South Korea will stop farming of bears for bile
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea said it will formally end its dwindling yet much-criticized bear bile…
Why The Tesla Cybertruck Caused A $2 Billion Hit To This South Korean Company
A Tesla supplier has written down nearly 99% of its supply contract. The contractor was originally meant to…
Global stocks powered through 2025, but the real test may come in 2026
Global stocks have seen a stellar run in 2025, yet widening performance gaps and rising expectations suggest the…
Alcaraz, Sinner set to elevate rivalry, Sabalenka chasing more grand slams in 2026 tennis season
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are expected to continue their world domination in 2026, starting at the Australian…