Asia

Malaysia Makes Public Satellite Data From Missing Jetliner

9:36am May 29, 2014

by Geoff Brumfiel

The release came in response to pressure from families, who have been mistrustful of the official investigation. What do the documents show, and where are they in the search for the missing plane?

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Russia-China Natural Gas Deal Likely To Reshape Energy Markets

7:33am May 29, 2014

by Jackie Northam

The $400 billion gas deal between Russia and China marks Moscow's pivot to Asia. Analysts say the deal could impact projects in the works targeting Asia by other nations, including the U.S.

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As part of the documentary Stand Up Planet, South African comedian Mpho Popps (left) and Indian comedian Aditi Mittal (right) came to Los Angeles to perform with Hasan Minhaj at the Laugh Factory.

'Stand Up Planet' Follows Jokes To Serious Global Issues

9:45am May 28, 2014

by NPR Staff

The TV documentary takes Los Angeles-based comedian Hasan Minhaj to South Africa and India, in search of comics who are bringing light and laughter to some serious topics.

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Over the next few years China will build a multi-billion dollar railway linking the Kenyan port of Mombasa to Nairobi (shown here), based on an agreement signed earlier this month by East African and Chinese officials. It's one of many examples of China's

China Turns To Africa For Resources, Jobs And Future Customers

2:54pm May 27, 2014

In China's Second Continent, Howard French explores the Chinese presence in 15 African countries. The relationship goes beyond economics: more than a million Chinese citizens have migrated to Africa.

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Mourners In China Hold Vigils For Urumqi Victims

6:04pm May 23, 2014

Security was heightened in Urumqi in China a day after a deadly attack in a market. Men in SUVs crashed into people and tossed explosives, killing at least 31. No group has claimed responsibility.

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Day After Bombing, Chinese City Very Tense

1:55pm May 23, 2014

by Frank Langfitt

Authorities in China are investigating Thursday's deadly attack at a market in the western region of the country that has been plagued by violence. The attack killed 31 mostly elderly people.

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Violence Rises In Western Chinese Province

6:46pm May 22, 2014

There has long been tension between Beijing and the Uighur ethnic minority in China. Robert Siegel speaks with Georgetown professor James Millward about the region's troubled history.

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Thai Military Says Coup Necessary To Restore Order

9:19am May 22, 2014

by Michael Sullivan

Two days ago, Thailand's military declared martial law. The army chief went on television on Thursday to say that he'd changed his mind, and the army is taking control of the government.

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Russia's Putin Goes To Shanghai For Talks With Jinping

9:29am May 21, 2014

by Frank Langfitt

Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin have been all smiles as they emphasize improved relations between the two countries. Drawing them closer is their shared, tense relationship with the U.S..

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Military Declares Martial Law In Thailand

11:43am May 20, 2014

by Michael Sullivan

The declaration by Thailand's army happened less than two weeks after the prime minister was thrown out of office by the country's Constitutional Court. The army says it needs to keep order and peace.

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