YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Revelers who wear “decadent” clothing during Myanmar’s upcoming New Year’s celebrations can face up to a month in prison
As Japan shutdowns drag on, auto crisis worsens
TOKYO (AP) — The auto industry disruptions triggered by Japan’s earthquake and tsunami will worsen in the coming weeks.
Past suggests little lasting harm to Japan economy
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Japanese economy has been staggered by an earthquake, a tsunami, and a nuclear crisis. But history suggests it will bounce back with no lasting damage.
Young migrants changing the face of China’s cities
DONGGUAN, China (AP) — Li Biying, 20, has no plans to go home. Unlike older migrant workers who came to earn money for a few years before returning to their villages
Major tsunami damage in North Japan after 8.9 quake
TOKYO (AP) – Japan was struck by a magnitude 8.9 earthquake off its northeastern coast Friday (Thursday night local time)
10 female leaders who’ve made a big difference in the last year
For International Women’s Day, we wanted to compile a list of amazing women around the globe who have made a significant impact in their countries and the world.
Shanghai kicks out Barbie for being sexy?
The Financial Times has reported that the Barbie store in Shanghai has shut down after only two years in business. Mattel has said that the store
Cherie Blair named chancellor of Asian University for Women
The Asian University for Women (AUW), located in Bangladesh, appointed Cherie Blair, a leading international lawyer, human rights advocate, and the wife
Equality for women can reduce world hunger, says UN report
ROME (AP) — Giving women better access to land, technology, and other agricultural resources could reduce the number of hungry people by up to 150 million
More women in local government in Asia–Pacific region, but figures still low at national levels
According to a 48-page report, “Women’s Representation in Local Government in Asia and the Pacific,” by the United Nations Development Programme
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