Asia

In Tokyo, a group of Japanese seniors have embraced breakdancing after it became an Olympic sport. Originally, the idea aimed to encourage residents of a Tokyo district to be more active. One elderly councilwoman and her adventurous friend chose to...

In Tokyo, Japan, a revolutionary pet care app called CatsMe is transforming the lives of over 9 million cat owners. In a country where pets often outnumber children, CatsMe is proving to be an essential tool. This innovative app has...

Despite its small size and nearly 6 million residents, Singapore is a leader in urban greening and vegetation restoration earning its reputation as one of the world's finest "bio-friendly" cities. Since its colonization in 1819, Singapore lost 95 percent of...

A group of young Architects and designers in Naggar, India, is dedicated to reviving and preserving traditional artisan skills used in constructing durable houses. For centuries, builders in the mountainous Himalayan region have relied on locally sourced materials like wood,...

In Thailand, a new approach in aquaculture called integrated multi-trophic aquaculture is transforming single-species fisheries into multi-species ecosystems. By combining fish, seaweed, and shellfish in a single environment, this method creates a balanced ecosystem that boosts productivity and reduces pollution....

In the Kashmir Valley, along the India-Pakistan border, entrepreneurs and artisans are reviving traditional crafts and bringing economic development to the region. The "Commitment to Kashmir" organization is driving this revival by nurturing craft businesses to create sustainable livelihoods, save...