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First LookSouth Korea's Moon offers olive branch to JapanFacing a recalcitrant North, South Korea President Moon Jae-in called for an end to the South's standoff with Japan – a product of history and trade.
What are Beijing's best options for ending Hong Kong protests?As tensions rise, Beijing is signaling that it’s considering a military option to end the Hong Kong protests. Why that’s not the most-likely path.
First LookHong Kong protesters abandon airport, apologize for disruptionAfter five arrests and outbreaks of violence, Hong Kong protesters all-but left the island's airport. Some even emailed an apology for inconvenience.
First LookHong Kong protests shut down airport, send message to BeijingMonths of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong continued as demonstrators brought the city's airport – one of the world's busiest – to a halt.
The ExplainerA trade war over history? Sort of. Why Japan and South Korea are feuding.Japan and South Korea’s grievances have spilled into a trade war that could ripple across global industries, and deeper divide two U.S. allies.
First LookNagasaki mayor calls for nuclear-free worldOn the 74th anniversary of the U.S. nuclear attack on Nagasaki, the city's mayor urged world leaders to reconsider their views on nuclear weapons.
First LookChristchurch survivors, relatives find healing in pilgrimageHoping for peace and healing, 200 survivors and relatives of the Christchurch mosque attacks will travel to Saudi Arabia for the hajj pilgrimage.
First LookWhy Hong Kong protests ebb and flow, like water"Be Water" means adopt an attitude of adaptability. That was on display this weekend as protestors occupied and vacated five Hong Kong neighborhoods.
First LookTaiwan says China's tourism ban hurts 'mutual understanding'The July 31 restriction was largely seen as a move to solidify Taiwan's status as a Chinese territory ahead of the island's January elections.
First LookRenewed US-China trade talks end with little progressAfter a meeting between U.S. and Chinese trade officials stalled in Shanghai, observers say both sides could be entrenched in a "war of attrition."
First LookAustralian refugees protest uncertainty from temporary visasHundreds of refugees gathered outside Australia's Parliament July 29 to protest the visas they claim are discriminatory.
First LookHong Kong push for democracy turns more violentSaturday and Sunday night police used tear gas against pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong.
‘Hostage diplomacy’ spat between China and Canada hits homeChina’s arrests of two Canadians, which followed the arrest of a Huawei executive in Vancouver, have some people rethinking their dealings in China.
First LookDuterte to deliver state of the nation address amid protestsProtesters criticized Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte before his his state of the nation address Monday. Mr. Duterte's violent anti-drug campaign has caused international alarm, but he remains popular in opinion polls and in the Philippine Congress.
What Hong Kong’s man without a mask wants you to knowOn July 1, as Hong Kong’s young protesters stormed the legislature, Brian Leung became a face of the movement’s most controversial action yet.
First LookJapanese anime studio hit by deadly suspected arson attackA fire at Kyoto Animation, a popular Japanese anime studio, has left 33 dead and 36 injured, some critically. Anime fans around the world have expressed support for the company and anger for the suspected attack.
First LookAs Japan, South Korea spar over trade, US plays peacemakerThe U.S. has sent a top diplomat to ease tensions between Japan and South Korea. The two nations, whose economies are closely linked, have sparred over trade restrictions and colonial-era reparations.
First LookHong Kong protests find new purpose and momentumProtests against a controversial extradition bill began over a month ago. Now, demonstrations have ballooned to address how Hong Kong is governed.
Japan’s conundrum: It needs foreign workers. It doesn’t want immigrants.Japan's shrinking, graying population needs foreign workers. But immigration is a tough sell – and stopgap measures can leave migrants vulnerable.
Hong Kong protests: Is anyone in charge?Hong Kong protesters’ lack of official leaders may protect them, but it also creates challenges – including, perhaps, for their movement’s future.
