The Walls Tumble Down (Asia)
China reacts to its worst earthquake in 32 years with a massive relief effort as rescuers race to save tens of thousands trapped in the rubble


Saving Burma
In the wake of Cyclone Nargis, the junta is still blocking the free flow of aid. Is there a case for direct action?


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Singapore Redux (Movies)
Meet the directors who are giving the Lion City something it never had before: cinematic cool


A Perfect Day in Kyoto (TIME Traveler)
Japan, Kyoto, geisha Makoto

Paradise Bound (Books)
A new book looks at how landscaping transforms Asia's luxury resorts

Shenzhen Surprise (Check In)
A tranquil beach resort lies just a short drive from China's notorious boomtown

Haute and Spicy (Amuse bouche)
Jakarta's Bunga Rampai offers home cooking in a sophisticated setting