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On a midsummer Thursday night, the entertainment district of Hongdae in Seoul is slowly coming alive. Short for Hongik University, Hongdae neighbours several university campuses and typically attracts thousands of young people to its flashy streets. Just a few blocks away from the main clubbing area

Beyond curry: The many flavors of India's coastline

Asian travelers stick close to home at theme parks and aquariums

Prime Minister’s sweeping powers for local mayors could lead to ‘new principles’ for running England

South Korea’s retail traders have long built a reputation for embracing risk. Yet July’s punishing reversal in the Kospi has rattled even this battle-hardened cohort, exposing the limits of their tolerance for volatility.

Managers capitalise on investors’ desire to ‘hedge’ against US market bets

There have been tense exchanges between Spain and other EU states over the influx of migrants into the enclave of Ceuta.

14 Peaks star Nirmal Purja has died in an avalanche while leading 10 climbers up Broad Peak mountain in Pakistan.

As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' set a $309 million promotional campaign record. But the brands that paid to appear on screen tell the real story about advertising's future.