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Scholar and literary administrator who nurtured the talent of many writers from Africa, Asia and the Commonwealth

At GDC 2025, lead actor Ben Starr and the CEO of Neople talk about elevating the "niche" online RPG franchise with a new origin story.

As China retaliates against tariffs, it is also making strategic manoeuvres on EU and Asia to maximise opportunities

Asian and European markets rise amid signs trade war may not be as damaging to global economy as feared

Asian shares followed the US trend and surged overnight with Japan’s benchmark jumping more than 2,000 points almost immediately after the Tokyo exchange opened, as investors welcomed President Donald Trump ’s decision to back off on most of his tariffs.

Asian stocks rocketed Thursday as investors breathed a huge sigh of relief after Donald Trump announced a pause on crippling tariffs on US partners, with Chinese markets even brushing off his decision to ramp up duties on Beijing to 125 percent.

One of the most pressing issues of our time is the wild meat trade. Why? Because it’s consumed by millions and puts billions at risk from emerging diseases. It provides food and income for some of the poorest and most remote communities in Africa and Asia, yet over-exploitation makes ecosystems…

The stores can be a source of comfort for immigrants and foreign students craving the tastes of home

China refuses to bow to US pressure while other Asian nations urge negotiations to soften the blow

Lego’s new Vietnam plant will help serve Asian markets in addition to its production site in Jiaxing, China, amid strong toy demand.

Trump’s tariff rate on China now totals at least 104%, yet Chinese markets rose slightly on the promise of support from Beijing.