What one religion in South Korea is doing to attract new followers Churches, temples and monasteries are closing as people in many countries turn away from organized religions. The problem is especially serious in rapidly aging societies such as South Korea. Anthony Kuhn
Meet the North Koreans who haven't been able to return home in over 70 years On the 74th anniversary of the start of the Korean War, the residents of Abai Village, in the coastal South Korean city of Sokcho, reflect on what their community still means to them. Hannah Yoon
Leaders of Russia and North Korea sign pact -- indicating a deeper cooperation Russia and North Korea have signed a new treaty upgrading their relationship and pledging military assistance in case either one is attacked. Leila Fadel
Opinion: Putin and Kim forge closer ties, resuscitating a defunct Stalinist alliance As Russia's leader visits North Korea, Johns Hopkins professor Sergey Radchenko offers insights into the fascinating history of twists and turns in relations between Moscow and Pyongyang. Sergey Radchenko
President Marcos Jr. hasn't put an end to killings in the Philippines' drug war Philippine President Ferdinand Marco Jr. said he would turn his predecessor's deadly campaign against drug users and sellers "bloodless." Yet extrajudicial killings continue. Emily Feng
Russian President Putin on a rare trip to North Korea for a 2-day visit Putin is expected to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un amid growing international concern over the two country's military cooperation. Anthony Kuhn
The economic and geopolitical reasons for China’s increased demand of gold The price of gold soared in the first quarter of this year, driven in part by demand from China, where the economy is limping and other investment opportunities have underperformed. John Ruwitch
How people in India's capital city of New Delhi are coping with the heat Since mid-April, heat waves have been baking in India, the world's most populous nation. The vulnerable are struggling to cope. Diaa Hadid
We spent a week in China. Here’s what we learned about our global rival Morning Edition caught up with NPR’s John Ruwitch, who has covered China for decades. Here’s our conversation. Steve Inskeep
Indian leader Narendra Modi was sworn in for 3rd term as prime minister With his power curbed, and leading a coalition government, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in for a rare third term after weeks of voting in the world’s largest democracy. Diaa Hadid