Tourists Helped Fatten Him Up; Now Thai Monkey Is On A Diet
Wildlife officials captured the wild macaque after his picture circulated on social media and are hoping a strict diet will help him lose weight.
Asia
Japan's Cabinet Moves To Allow Emperor To Abdicate
If the 83-year-old Akihito steps down, he will be the first to abdicate in 200 years. But the provision doesn't solve Japan's royal problem: strict rules of succession and a dearth of eligible males.
Amid Panic Over Worthless Cash, Some In India See Opportunity
When the prime minister of India declared most of the cash in the country worthless, most people and businesses in the country panicked. But some saw opportunity.
Asian Americans In Hollywood Still Waiting For The Spotlight
In the meantime, some are producing their own shows or creating material for alternative platforms like YouTube.
Nation's Longest-Serving Governor Set To Become Top Diplomat In Beijing
Terry Branstad served more than 22 non-consecutive years as governor of Iowa, helping shift the state's politics to the right. Now he heads to China to steward a delicate diplomatic relationship.
For China's 'New Silk Road,' Ambitious Goals And More Than A Few Challenges
The multibillion-dollar "plan of the century" aims to create a network of trade routes, rail lines, ports and highways, linking countries on four continents. Nearly 70 countries have signed on.
Japan Holds Annual Crying Sumo Baby Ceremony
In Japan over the weekend, little ones dressed in sumo outfits were held up on a stage by sumo wrestlers. The infrants' cries are supposed to drive out demons and protect them from troubles.
Indian Americans Reckon With Reality Of Hate Crimes
Unaccustomed to being targets, they are organizing and marshalling resources after one fateful killing.
Global Cyberattack Spreads, U.S. Avoids Worst Of It
Universities, hospitals, railways and other institutions in China are the latest targets. David Greene talks to Michael Chertoff, who served as Homeland Security secretary under President Bush.
North Korea's Actions Make It A Pressing Foreign Policy Concern For Trump
North Korea is believed to have tested a mid-to-long range missile on Sunday. Rachel Martin talks to former U.S. diplomat Joel Wit about North Korea's weapons capabilities.