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China’s Xi targets top general in growing purge
Speed Read Zhang Youxia is being investigated over ‘grave violations’ of the law
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‘It may portend something more ominous’
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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8 incredible destinations to visit in 2026
The Week Recommends Now is the time to explore Botswana, Mongolia and Sardinia
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Normalising relations with the Taliban in Afghanistan
The Explainer The regime is coming in from the diplomatic cold, as countries lose hope of armed opposition and seek cooperation on counterterrorism, counter-narcotics and deportation of immigrants
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Taiwan eyes Iron Dome-like defence against China
Under the Radar President announces historic increase in defence spending as Chinese aggression towards autonomous island escalates
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Trump ends Asia trip with Xi meeting, nuke threat
Speed Read Trump had spent the last six days in Asia
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Sanae Takaichi: Japan’s Iron Lady set to be the country’s first woman prime minister
In the Spotlight Takaichi is a member of Japan’s conservative, nationalist Liberal Democratic Party
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South Korea's divide over allowing Google Maps
Talking Points The country is one of few modern democracies where the app doesn't work
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8 hotels that show off the many facets of Japan
The Week Recommends Choose your own modern or traditional adventure
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A private zoo run by Asia's richest family is facing criticism and investigations
Under the radar The zoo is owned by Anant Ambani, the son of Asia's richest person
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A guide to the Great Wall of China
The Week Recommends Experience this architectural feat
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5 cultural trails to traverse by car
The Week Recommends Leave the hiking shoes at home
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Thailand is rolling back on its legal cannabis empire
Under the Radar Government restricts cannabis use to medical purposes only and threatens to re-criminalise altogether, sparking fears for the $1 billion industry
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Will Europe pivot to Asia on trade?
Today's Big Question It could be an attempt to sidestep the impact of Trump's tariffs
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