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Milk

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Milk: It does a body good ... or does it? Using the provided website, scholars sort through information to answer the question. They review a chart demonstrating lactose intolerance by ethnicity and region, and they also compare the...
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BBC

Bbc: Hundreds Die in South Asia Quake

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed coverage of the earthquake that rocked South Asia in October, 2005. Article includes video, pictures, maps, and more.
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BBC

Bbc: South Asia Quake

For Students 9th - 10th
An on-going news report of the earthquake that devastated parts of South Asia, particularly, Pakistan. Many facets of the disaster are covered such as relief and rebuilding efforts.
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Princeton University

Princeton University Museum of Art: Art of South Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Princeton University museum of art collection this is a brief description and selection of sample object images on the art of South Asia with a focus on the Indian subcontinent.
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New York Times

New York Times: South Korea News

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise overview of the history of South Korea in addition to links to news articles concerning the country that date back to 1980.
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Other

Asia Society: Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...
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University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin: South / Southeast Asia Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
A university site from the University of Wisconsin with numerous hyperlinks to issues and information on South and Southeast Asia.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Arts and Humanities: Art of Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
A landing page for a course on the art history of Asia.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: South Korea

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News offers a general overview of the affluent East Asian country of South Korea. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
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BBC

Bbc News: The Balance of Power in South Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
A short report on how the use of a short range missile by Pakistan may have upset the balance of power between India and Pakistan.
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BBC

Bbc: South Korea Cloning Expert on Trial

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative article stating that the groundbreaking stem cell research that has been done by Hwang Woo-suk in South Korea was faked. Dr. Woo-suk since faced up to 3 years in prison and the pay back of all the money that he borrowed....
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Maldives

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News offers a general overview of the South Asia islands of Maldives. Focus is on history, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides access to a timeline of key events, recent news articles, and related internet...
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Sri Lanka

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News features a general overview of the South Asia island of Sri Lanka. Focus is on history, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides access to a timeline of key events, recent news articles, and related internet...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: South Korea

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a travel guide and country profile for South Korea including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism,...
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Other

South Korea News

For Students 9th - 10th
South Korea News is an internet news source serving the country of South Korea. The top headlines are aggregated here.
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New York Times

New York Times: Asia's Deadly Waves

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete analysis of the 2005 tsunami that hit Southeast Asia. Gives interactive maps of the disaster and information about the death toll. Also contains photos and other information about the tsunami.
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Other

Migration Heritage Centre: Packing to Leave: Saris, Suits and Spices (Migration

For Students 9th - 10th
Migrants to Australia from South Asia share their personal stories as part of the "Packing to Leave" exhibit.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Korea, South

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the geography and history of South Korea on this website.
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USA Today

Usa Today: South Asian Earthquake Death Toll at 73,276

For Students 9th - 10th
An article from the USA Today reports on the conditions after the Asian earthquake on Oct. 8 2005. 11/2/2005
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Other

The Korea Times

For Students 9th - 10th
The Korea Times is an English daily newspaper serving the country of South Korea. Content includes the day's top stories, national news, business and finance, technology, culture, sports, opinion, and more.
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Other

The Chosun Ilbo

For Students 9th - 10th
Chosun Ilbo is a leading South Korean newspaper based out of Seoul. Written originally in Korean, an English, Japanese, and Chinese version is also available. Content includes the latest news, a focus on politics, business and finance,...
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Other

The Chosun Ilbo (In English)

For Students 9th - 10th
Chosun Ilbo is a leading South Korean newspaper based out of Seoul. Content includes the latest news, a focus on politics, business and finance, information technology, and more.
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Other

Yonhap News Agency

For Students 9th - 10th
YONHAP News Agency is a daily Korean news service serving the country of South Korea. Content includes a focus on national and international coverage, economy focus, sports and cultural coverage, and inter-korean issues. Written in Korean.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: India

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News offers a general overview of the populous South Asian country of India. Focus is on history, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides access to a timeline of key events, recent news articles, and related...

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