Map shows countries eligible for US "diversity" visas
Brazil, Canada, China, Mexico and Venezuela are among the countries ineligible for U.S. diversity visa applications.
On the world stage: Newsweek interviews the leaders of India and Japan
We aim to transcend surface-level narratives, offering coverage that creates opportunities for true international dialogue.
Russian and China warn NATO to stay out of Asia
Moscow and Beijing's top diplomats discussed a "new security architecture in Eurasia" as the two countries mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
Biden Doesn't Want Cheap EVs From China
The Biden administration views green tech not primarily through a climate lens, but through the lens of industry, economic competition, and national security.
Dancing bears rescued from 'deeply concerning' trade
Several bears were recently rescued and found with pierced muzzles and broken teeth.
Why America's Future Is Bound to Taiwan's Future
Our message to House leadership must be clear: The time to pass President Joe Biden's supplemental request is now.
Better Planet
Why terrorism is on the move
A new study has found that climate change is causing a shift in the locations of attacks.
Japanese PM Kishida Must Stop Derailing the Global Energy Transition
While the climate crisis requires a rapid transition to renewable energy, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is prolonging our dependence on fossil fuels.
The U.S.-Japan Partnership Is Bigger Than a Business Deal
Both the U.S and Japan must think first about national security.
Arm Ukraine Now, or Risk Global Nuclear Proliferation Later
America's allies have many reasons not to trust Washington.
Archaeologists discover 174 tombs dating to China's Warring States period
This period in the first millennium B.C. was marked by warfare between various feuding Chinese kingdoms battling for dominance.
Is Taiwan About To Declare Independence? Not Exactly
In May, Taiwan will inaugurate a new president. Lai Ching-te's victory met with strong approval in Washington, but many harbor concerns about his pro-independence rhetoric.
Whether Biden or Trump Wins the Presidential Election, China Loses
President Joe Biden is a lot more predictable than Donald Trump ever was, and the Chinese love predictability.
Asia-Focused Foreign Policy Is Not Isolationism
A pivot towards Asia has deep roots in U.S. foreign policy, especially among conservatives.
Airline's sweet gift for fans flying to Taylor Swift concert
Swifties are traveling to Singapore, the only Southeast Asian city their idol is performing in on her "Eras" tour, much to the chagrin of its neighbors.
Soccer player killed by lightning during game
The Indonesian player was taken to hospital but died from his injuries.
Pakistan Needs More Than Elections To Be a Democracy
Pakistan's leaders need to recognize that elections are not only about getting into power, but an opportunity to overcome the politics of division and polarization with a genuine commitment to human rights and democracy.
Far from Ukraine and Gaza, another war just killed 50,000 people
Three years of war have devastated Myanmar since the army seized power on February 1, 2021, from elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Wild elephant attack leaves man dead
Elephant-human conflict is increasing in countries such as India due to the animals losing their habitats.
China blasts NATO as "walking war machine"
A Chinese defense official urged NATO "to stop fabricating lies and taking dangerous actions."
Elephant bought from tourist hot spot to be freed into 4,500-acre sanctuary
"I will never understand why tourists enjoy visiting these horrible places," said Aaron Jackson.
The West Needs Central Asia To Be a Strategic Partner
Unlike the West, Russia and China understand the importance of Central Asia.
Will South Korea Go Nuclear?
North Korea's behavior isn't helping to cool down tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Earthquake map time-lapse shows stunning 24-hour surge in seismic activity
A deadly 7.6 magnitude quake struck off the coast of the Philippines on Saturday, with aftershocks felt in Indonesia and Japan.
From One Policymaker to Another: Stop Criminalizing Us
As Nepal's experience shows, progress is possible when we let communities lead.
"Bizarre" new dinosaur species discovered that slept like today's birds
The previously unknown dinosaur, which is thought to have lived around 70 million years ago, had several bird-like features.
Biden Cannot Sideline U.S. Values in Xi Meeting
The Chinese Communist Party is using American lives as bargaining chips to achieve sanctions relief for its human rights abuses.
Russia warship flotilla in Asia sparks fears: 'Global takeover'
Moscow's embassy in Dhaka hailed a visit by Russian ships to Bangladesh as a "huge milestone" for relations between the two countries.
The United States Should Take a Wider Perspective of Cambodia
The United States is regarded very highly by the Cambodian people.
New dragon lizard species with "invisibility" camouflage discovered
The unique and elusive lizard's camouflage renders it "almost invisible" in its rocky home.