Some of Washington’s diplomatic outposts in Asia are raising millions for events to mark the 250th independence anniversary. One ambassador offered to sing and dance.
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Like Trump, U.S. Embassies Are Raising Cash for Lavish July Fourth Parties
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Zubeen Garg, Singer of Hit Bollywood Song ‘Ya Ali,’ Dies at 52
Mr. Garg sang in dozens of languages and his music blended folk, pop and rock. His hit song “Ya Ali” was featured in the 2006 film “Gangster.”
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Lafufus, Fake Labubus, Spawn Safety Warning and Raids
The dupes of the cute-ugly toys have left consumer complaints and warnings about safety risks and potentially hazardous chemicals in their wake.
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Eight teamLab Sensory Playgrounds to Visit on Your Next Vacation
The group’s psychedelic sensory playgrounds of light, sound, stars, bubbles, birds and more are expanding around the globe, dazzling millions of visitors a year.
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Trump Took a Wrecking Ball to Southeast Asia’s Role as an Alternative to China
Punishing tariffs on Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and others in the region threaten their position as major manufacturing hubs for the American market.
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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Oh, the Places We Went!
This year, of the 52 destinations on our annual list, our writers and photographers touched down in 11 to capture their essence. Here’s what they found.
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Beaded Patterns That Help Tell the Story of a Culture
In Singapore, women in the Peranakan community have revived the art of creating figures and geometric designs on their slippers.
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A Singapore Shopping Guide to Peranakan Tiles, Shoes and More
If you’re visiting the city-state, here’s where you can see some of the most vivid Peranakan designs, including decorative tiles, beaded shoes, embroidery and jewelry.