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KuToo began as a movement against high heels and gendered dress codes in Japanese workplaces. The founder, however, has become the target of online harassment after her nude modelling photos stirred further debate about image expectations placed on women in Japan.
KuToo began as a movement against high heels and gendered dress codes in Japanese workplaces. The founder, however, has become the target of online harassment after her nude modelling photos stirred further debate about image expectations placed on women in Japan.
More than 20,000 Koreans sign a petition urging action from President Moon Jae-in as many remember their own history of protest.
More than 20,000 Koreans sign a petition urging action from President Moon Jae-in as many remember their own history of protest.
After Beijing boycotted South Korea for installing the US missile system THAAD, Seoul’s fashion retailers suffered. But China’s hugely popular live-stream shopping hosts, or zhi bo, are helping to turn things round.
After Beijing boycotted South Korea for installing the US missile system THAAD, Seoul’s fashion retailers suffered. But China’s hugely popular live-stream shopping hosts, or zhi bo, are helping to turn things round.
The accused now faces the more serious charge after tens of thousands signed an online petition demanding a more serious punishment.
The accused now faces the more serious charge after tens of thousands signed an online petition demanding a more serious punishment.
An ageing population, dwindling workforce and changing attitudes to life-work balance force a rethink of Japan’s infamously tough job-hunting season.
An ageing population, dwindling workforce and changing attitudes to life-work balance force a rethink of Japan’s infamously tough job-hunting season.
Founded by South Korean entrepreneur Ku Young-bae, the Lion City’s top online shopping site Qoo10 is a David taking on the Goliaths of e-commerce
Founded by South Korean entrepreneur Ku Young-bae, the Lion City’s top online shopping site Qoo10 is a David taking on the Goliaths of e-commerce
The Malaysian businessman and singer Pras Michel, who is now working on ‘Elon Musk’ EP, allegedly conspired to steer foreign campaign contributions into Obama’s 2012 campaign.
The Malaysian businessman and singer Pras Michel, who is now working on ‘Elon Musk’ EP, allegedly conspired to steer foreign campaign contributions into Obama’s 2012 campaign.
The coldest region in the US is home to 30,000 Filipinos who make up the largest immigrant minority in Alaska. They have settled in the state since the late 1700s, many intermarrying with local Native Alaskans.
The coldest region in the US is home to 30,000 Filipinos who make up the largest immigrant minority in Alaska. They have settled in the state since the late 1700s, many intermarrying with local Native Alaskans.
Emperor Naruhito may draw on his father’s history of institutional change, but the rules binding the Japanese royal family don’t just mean they avoid celebrity status; they also make the likes of female succession a thorny issue.
Emperor Naruhito may draw on his father’s history of institutional change, but the rules binding the Japanese royal family don’t just mean they avoid celebrity status; they also make the likes of female succession a thorny issue.
Nightclub reportedly provided secret sites and services for its top clients, including men from powerful Korean families.
Nightclub reportedly provided secret sites and services for its top clients, including men from powerful Korean families.
Chinese immigrants may not always have been welcome in Canada, but they are now its largest minority and have as much claim on ‘Canadianness’ as anyone else.
Chinese immigrants may not always have been welcome in Canada, but they are now its largest minority and have as much claim on ‘Canadianness’ as anyone else.
The crown prince of the state of Kelantan will marry a Swedish woman on Friday, becoming the latest royal to marry a non-Malay.
The crown prince of the state of Kelantan will marry a Swedish woman on Friday, becoming the latest royal to marry a non-Malay.
In many Asian societies, menstruation is a taboo topic that is rarely discussed – causing major gaps in knowledge about reproductive health. But thanks to new products and approaches, a change in perspective is under way.
In many Asian societies, menstruation is a taboo topic that is rarely discussed – causing major gaps in knowledge about reproductive health. But thanks to new products and approaches, a change in perspective is under way.
Meet Qoobo and Bocco, two Japanese robots designed for companionship and human interaction. Yonden Lhatoo weighs in on whether they stand the test of friendship.
Meet Qoobo and Bocco, two Japanese robots designed for companionship and human interaction. Yonden Lhatoo weighs in on whether they stand the test of friendship.
From Japan to Hong Kong, robots are taking yet another human job: providing companionship. But while synthetic seals and pillows with waggly tails may play a worthy role, some wonder if this new relationship isn’t entirely healthy
From Japan to Hong Kong, robots are taking yet another human job: providing companionship. But while synthetic seals and pillows with waggly tails may play a worthy role, some wonder if this new relationship isn’t entirely healthy
A list of “offensive” lyrics by singers such as Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga that was circulated in Singapore’s parliament was highlighted as music that could affect racial harmony in the nation.
A list of “offensive” lyrics by singers such as Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga that was circulated in Singapore’s parliament was highlighted as music that could affect racial harmony in the nation.
The fast-talking bureaucrat wanted to woo top scientist Nancy Ip Yuk-yu to Singapore but Yeo’s former classmate, textile tycoon Marjorie Yang Mun-tak, stopped him.
The fast-talking bureaucrat wanted to woo top scientist Nancy Ip Yuk-yu to Singapore but Yeo’s former classmate, textile tycoon Marjorie Yang Mun-tak, stopped him.
Excruciating pain, bloodied feet. It’s all part of the working day for Japanese women, who say they are discriminated against by unwritten rules of the office. But a new campaign, started by a tweet, aims to kick those rules into touch.
Excruciating pain, bloodied feet. It’s all part of the working day for Japanese women, who say they are discriminated against by unwritten rules of the office. But a new campaign, started by a tweet, aims to kick those rules into touch.
Charges of sexual abuse and illegally recording sexual activities could cost a number of stars their careers, but this behaviour is all too common. Tens of thousands of women protested hidden-camera sex crimes last year – will the latest outrage mean real change?
Charges of sexual abuse and illegally recording sexual activities could cost a number of stars their careers, but this behaviour is all too common. Tens of thousands of women protested hidden-camera sex crimes last year – will the latest outrage mean real change?
If you’ve ever wondered about the relativity of time just take a ride on India’s New Jalpaiguri Express. Chances are you’ll find an extra 20 hours to while away – but it will feel like forever.
If you’ve ever wondered about the relativity of time just take a ride on India’s New Jalpaiguri Express. Chances are you’ll find an extra 20 hours to while away – but it will feel like forever.
In a country where being late by seconds can spark a scandal, the pressure to be punctual is too much for some. Japanese firms are discovering punctuality doesn’t always equal efficiency.
In a country where being late by seconds can spark a scandal, the pressure to be punctual is too much for some. Japanese firms are discovering punctuality doesn’t always equal efficiency.
The Philippines is one of the most gender equal places in the world. But women are still struggling to fend off instances of sexual harassment and assault.
The Philippines is one of the most gender equal places in the world. But women are still struggling to fend off instances of sexual harassment and assault.
The younger Kim shadowed her brother at the Hanoi summit, leading to amusement and speculation over how much power she wields, and the role women play in Pyongyang’s ‘soft diplomacy’
The younger Kim shadowed her brother at the Hanoi summit, leading to amusement and speculation over how much power she wields, and the role women play in Pyongyang’s ‘soft diplomacy’
Journalists from around the world are in the Vietnamese capital to watch the US and North Korean leaders break bread and tackle denuclearisation, as the city serves up culinary specials to highlight its tourism potential.
Journalists from around the world are in the Vietnamese capital to watch the US and North Korean leaders break bread and tackle denuclearisation, as the city serves up culinary specials to highlight its tourism potential.
Experts say even if Kim Jong-un agrees to disarmament, he will maintain his cyber army.
Experts say even if Kim Jong-un agrees to disarmament, he will maintain his cyber army.
Like their counterparts in the West, the gilded lives of Asian aristocrats have been beset by tragedy, scandals and punctuated by periods of socio-political tension
Like their counterparts in the West, the gilded lives of Asian aristocrats have been beset by tragedy, scandals and punctuated by periods of socio-political tension
Ignore the abdications in Malaysia and Japan and forget the turmoil in Thailand; a new breed of monarch is breathing new life into Asia’s long love affair with its royals – and it’s not afraid of letting social media know about it.
Ignore the abdications in Malaysia and Japan and forget the turmoil in Thailand; a new breed of monarch is breathing new life into Asia’s long love affair with its royals – and it’s not afraid of letting social media know about it.
Ofo’s woes are casting a shadow over the bike-sharing industry, which seemed a potentially lucrative idea when it first emerged
Ofo’s woes are casting a shadow over the bike-sharing industry, which seemed a potentially lucrative idea when it first emerged
Whether you’re Asian or South Asian, finding love amid the wasteland of casual racism can be tricky. This social programming doesn’t just reveal itself in real life – online dating is a minefield of ethnic stereotypes
Whether you’re Asian or South Asian, finding love amid the wasteland of casual racism can be tricky. This social programming doesn’t just reveal itself in real life – online dating is a minefield of ethnic stereotypes