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Paper Lantern Lit’s “book incubator” model creates hits for publishers–and careers for undiscovered writers. “I like the idea of redoing mermaids,” says Lauren Oliver, who sits across from her ...

At the heart of Central, the bustling business district in Hong Kong surrounded by skyscrapers, an unusual "building" has attracted the attention of many locals. Made mainly of bamboo, iron wires and ...

The 2025 Seoul Lantern Festival, which has drawn a record 2.77 million visitors in its first 20 days, will be extended by two ...

The Brooklyn Botanic Garden was gifted a peace lantern from the Portland Japanese Garden’s Japan Institute last week as a symbol of peace and cultural exchange. The stone lantern, crafted by ...