Korea

U.S. report shows Japan as No. 1 arms importer

Jan 5, 2016 1:31 AM PST

Japan ranked as the largest arms importer worldwide, having a significant military expenditure, as shown by a U.S. government report that illustrated the Pacific...

Korea

Most Koreans split over Japan’s legal liability

Jan 5, 2016 1:25 AM PST

Koreans are generally divided on whether they believe the Japanese government has acknowledged legal responsibility for sexually enslaving thousands of young women and girls...

Asian markets tumble in 2016

Jan 5, 2016 12:15 AM PST

The Asian market, as well as Seoul’s main bourse, was heavily shaken on the first trading day of 2016, raising concerns that the global...

[Cooking with Her Excellency]In Finland, salmon stew is a staple dish

Dec 31, 2015 2:16 AM PST

At a time when healthy eating trends are gaining momentum around the world, Hilkka Heimonen is positive Finnish cuisine has gained a firm foothold...

[Cooking with Her Excellency, portugal] Tradition lives on through codfish dish

Dec 31, 2015 2:10 AM PST

Every great capital has a diplomatic corps representing their countries and promoting their own cultures. Ambassadors are expert entertainers and their spouses are often...

[Cooking with Her Excellency, Ecuador]Shrimp ceviche is an easy-to-make side

Dec 31, 2015 2:01 AM PST

Every great capital has a diplomatic corps representing their countries and promoting their own cultures. Ambassadors are expert entertainers and their spouses are often...

A quick kebab dish packs many flavors

Dec 31, 2015 1:55 AM PST

Coming from a country that is one of the four major cradles of civilization, Nehal Hanna was shocked upon learning that locals here could...

[Cooking with Her Excellency, Turkmenistan]A hot noodle dish to soothe the soul

Dec 31, 2015 1:47 AM PST

In showcasing the culinary art of her native country, Tazegul Mammetalyyeva set her focus on originality and authenticity, personally bringing all of her traditional...