How Indonesia's new sex laws will affect tourists
International travelers have been flocking back to the popular resort island of Bali as the Covid pandemic subsides, prompting hopes that Indonesia's battered tourism industry is on the road to recovery.
This 'edible' plastic bag alternative could save Nara's sacred deer
A local entrepreneur in the Japanese tourist destination of Nara has developed an alternative to plastic shopping bags, to protect the town's sacred deer.
The battle to save Sri Lanka's leopards
Having endured a bloody civil war from 1983 until 2009, Sri Lanka is now at peace and developing rapidly. That's good news for the country as a whole, but the island nation's leopards are under threat.
Wildlife is flourishing around Fukushima
Nearly a decade after Japan's Fukushima nuclear disaster, researchers have discovered that wildlife is thriving in the areas evacuated by humans, despite radiological contamination.
China debuts 620 kph train prototype
China has revealed a prototype for a new high-speed Maglev train that is capable of reaching speeds of 620 kilometers (385 miles) per hour.
A Shanghai building 'walks' to a new location
Shanghai residents passing through the city's eastern Huangpu district in October might have stumbled upon an unusual sight: a "walking" building.
Self-driving robotaxis are taking off in China
The world has been inching toward fully autonomous cars for years. In China, one company just got even closer to making it a reality.
Travel to Japan during Covid-19: What you need to know
If you're planning a trip to Japan, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the global coronavirus pandemic.
Sri Lanka reopens borders to international travelers
The island nation of Sri Lanka is now open to tourists from all countries.
Singapore Airlines plans for a fully vaccinated crew
Singapore's national carrier is hoping to become the world's first airline to get all of its crew members vaccinated against Covid-19.
June 4, 2024 - Modi declares victory in India election as BJP party faces shock setbacks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will serve a third term in office after India's election authority confirmed the National Democratic Alliance coalition headed by his ruling Bharatiya Janata Party won the required 272 seats for a majority.
The latest on Singapore Airlines turbulence incident
One person has died and at least 71 others were injured on board a Singapore Airlines plane that encountered severe turbulence on a flight from London to Singapore. Follow for live updates.
Read CNN's Fast Facts about Kashmir, a region in the Himalayan and Karakoram mountain ranges. India, Pakistan and China all claim partial or complete ownership.
Hundreds stranded after deadly 7.4 magnitude quake hits Taiwan
Rescue teams are trying to reach more than 700 people stranded in eastern Taiwan following the strongest earthquake to hit the island in decades.
7.4 magnitude quake hits Taiwan, strongest in 25 years
A major earthquake has hit the east coast of Taiwan with a magnitude of 7.4, the strongest on the island in 25 years.
North Korea Nuclear Timeline Fast Facts
Read CNN's North Korea Nuclear Timeline Fast Facts to learn more about the country's nuclear capabilities and efforts.
Read CNN's Fast Facts about Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte.
Read CNN's Fast Facts about the Australian Open, one of four competitions that make up the "Grand Slam" in professional tennis.
India's Ayodhya Ram Mandir temple inaugurated by Modi
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is presiding over the inauguration of a lavish Hindu temple on the site of a destroyed centuries-old mosque. Follow here for live news updates.
Japan Airlines jet burst into flames after collision with quake-relief plane
A Japan Airlines plane burst into flames on landing at Tokyo's Haneda airport after it collided with an aircraft involved in earthquake relief efforts. This comes after a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the west coast of Japan a day earlier.
January 1, 2024 Japan earthquake
A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck western Japan on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings and leaving at least four people dead. Follow here for live news updates.
View CNN's Fast Facts on Mahathir Mohamad and learn more about the former Prime Minister of Malaysia.
Indonesia has ambitious plans to become a hub for manufacturing electric vehicles. Its abundance of natural resources, particularly nickel, has given it a key advantage: battery production. On the island of Sulawesi, women tell CNN their farms are being seized without their consent to support the industry's growth. This story is part of As Equals, CNN's ongoing series on gender inequality.