DONGGANG, Taiwan — The ancient ritual began just before dawn.... On a beach in southern Taiwan

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Amy Chang Chien reported from Chiayi, Taiwan. Jan.... Millions of Taiwan’s citizens lined up at

conservative Aceh province. The band said it had cancelled its Indonesia and Taiwan gigs" due to

Matty Healy of the 1975 performs at the Reading Music Festival, England, on Aug.... The organizer

BEIJING — Much of southern Taiwan came to a standstill Sunday as Typhoon Haikui churned over towns

24 this year, men endure barrages of firecrackers intended to bring warmth to the god Handan, who is said to dislike the cold.... For many people, the joys of winter center on strapping on skis, snowshoes or skates and getting outdoors.... Of course, that is no less true in many parts of Asia....

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KUALA LUMPUR: ALL festive processions, including the kavadi procession for Thaipusam and Chingay

Representatives for the band refused to comment when contacted by the BBC.... The event in Kuala Lumpur was cancelled the next day after a directive from Malaysia's communications ministry as part of its" unwavering stance against any parties that challenge, ridicule or contravene Malaysian laws".... Homosexuality is illegal in Malaysia and punishable by 20 years in prison-Healy's performance was also criticised by members of the country's LGBT community as an act of" performative activism" th