May 1: Empowering Workers’ Voices across Asia
HANOI — International Workers’ Day, also known as Labor Day or May Day, is a global observance that honors the contributions of workers and their struggle for better working conditions, fair wages, and human rights. While the essence of this … Continue reading May 1: Empowering Workers’ Voices across Asia
Thousands Evacuated as Indonesian Volcano Erupts
TAGULANDANG ISLAND, Indonesia — In a dramatic turn of events, the remote Indonesian volcano, Mount Ruang, erupted three times on Tuesday, spewing lava and ash more than 5 kilometers (approximately 3 miles) into the sky. The eruption has forced authorities … Continue reading Thousands Evacuated as Indonesian Volcano Erupts
China’s Aging Population: A Major Challenge
BEIJING — China’s decades-long “One-Child” policy has fundamentally transformed the family structure in the country. Today, the population pyramid is inverted: a single child must support two parents and four grandparents, placing an enormous burden on the younger generation and … Continue reading China’s Aging Population: A Major Challenge