Latest from Asia

Nepalis set out to find true scale of mysterious Everest
In an effort end generations of controversy, the authorities in Nepal will try to ascertain the precise height of the world's biggest mountain.

Australia to Asia: Spa sensations
Spoil yourself and book into one of the best spas in Australia and Asia.

Nici Wickes gets a Shanghai surprise
From street food to show-stoppers, dining out in one of China's biggest cities is nothing short of spectacular.

Beauty industry looks East
Makers of makeup are shifting focus with a new range of models in their advertising campaigns.

Beauty news: Beat the heat
Women in Asia contend with hot, humid weather for months at a time, and though many concentrate their beauty efforts on skincare, I do wonder how those who wear makeup stop it from sliding off.

Making sense of the evil women do to other women
The Independent's Yasmin Alibhai-Brown on the shocking realities of human trafficking.

Success: Flavours to tempt Asian tastebuds
India and China are key markets for this food and beverage manufacturer.

Watching Brief: Mana Waka's triumphant return
Mana Waka hasn't been shown publicly since January 1990.

Audrey Young: Pacific party sets tone for better relations
As John Key prepares for a White House visit next week, New Zealand's Pacific role is growing in value.

The climate dissenter holds his ground
Despite weather extremes, an Auckland climate scientist is unconvinced about the role of human-induced global warming.

Fran O'Sullivan: It's time for more gravitas from Key
We need to hear what really matters from the Prime Minister.