Tariffs Tank China’s US Exports, but Southeast Asia and India Cash In

China’s exports are bifurcating heavily in the wake of U.S.-levied tariffs that escalated to 145 percent since the start of April. Shipments of Chinese goods to the U.S. dropped 21 percent throughout the month to $33 billion, according to monthly official …

‘I took a river cruise around Southeast Asia and found one part so moving’

Fancy a cruise holiday with a unique twist? This extraordinary river voyage through Laos will leave you feeling serene and rejuvenated, offering a glimpse into a different culture, complete with a friendly crew, warm locals and a lively landscape. Our …

PRC exports to US fall, but soar to Asia

Chinese exports rose more than expected last month even as shipments to the US slumped sharply in the first month after US President Donald Trump targeted its goods with tariffs above 100 percent. The first official hard data after the trade war escalated …

Holidaymakers forgo J&K, Ladakh, Himachal, go for South-East Asia amid border tension

Due to escalating tensions along India's northern borders and airport shutdowns, travelers are canceling trips to Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Consequently, Southeast Asian destinations like Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam are gaining …

Escalation in South Asia: Europe’s core interests amid crisis between India and Pakistan

Problem  Tensions between India and Pakistan are escalating after a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam in late April. The developing crisis is creating challenges for European diplomacy, in particular given its relationship with India and …

Asia-U.S. Air Cargo Shipments Slide

Airplanes are carrying less cargo to the U.S., in large part because importers have paused shipments of e-commerce packages and other goods to avoid hefty tariffs on goods made in China. Air cargo to the U.S. is down about 20% or 30% from a year ago, …

Oman beat Qatar to reach West Asia semis

Muscat, May 9 Oman’s national beach volleyball team continued its impressive performance in the West Asia Men’s and Women’s Championship, held at Al Gharafa Beach Courts in Doha, Qatar, by securing a well-deserved 2-1 victory over host nation Qatar to book …

Ancient shipwreck in Hội An reflects maritime legacy of Southeast Asia

ASIA/INDIA - “Before each meeting and pastoral activity, he spent a long time in Eucharistic adoration”: Augustinians ...

Verapoly diocese New Delhi (Agenzia Fides) – “Pope Leo XIV is remembered in India with affection and gratitude. He visited our nation twice as Prior General of the Augustinian Fathers, he is remembered as a simple man, who knew how to adapt to the local …

Yuki Tsunoda On Watches, Life In Europe And Representing Asia In Formula One

Oracle Red Bull Racing's Yuki Tsunoda at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami during the 2025 Formula One Miami Grand Prix, wearing the new TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph Miami Limited Edition TAG Heuer Twenty-four-year-old Yuki Tsunoda was officially …