Vietnamese culture through martial arts
A Vovinam club in Paris is doing more than just teaching martial arts. By combining training with lessons on Vietnamese language, culture and traditions, it has become a bridge…
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More than just a daycare for Hanoi’s elderly
A pilot daycare centre for the elderly in Hanoi run by Long Bien Ward’s Healthcare Centre is giving seniors a place to socialise, stay active and receive healthcare, while…
This Gen Z is one of Singapore’s youngest bus drivers: “This is my dream job”
Many young Singaporeans go for careers in the tech, finance or creative industries but Jayrius Ong dreams of becoming a bus captain despite his kidney failure.
Nurturing the next generation of Vietnamese filmmakers
Backed by global experts and industry partners, the DANAFF'S Project Incubator programme is creating new opportunities for Vietnamese and Asian stories to reach audiences around…
Keeping the craft of Vietnam’s Do paper alive
Once used for royal documents and treasured for its remarkable strength, Do paper has become one of Vietnam's most fragile traditional crafts. In a small village, a handful of…
China’s Dandong: More than a gateway
This waterway is more than just a border: it serves as a gateway to an array of experiences – from wartime memories, to trains crossing the Friendship Bridge, Chinese teachers…
Vietnam transitions to E10 biofuel
While some drivers remain cautious, experts and distributors say E10 reduces emissions and offers a more eco-friendly alternative.
Why Singaporeans keep doomscrolling
A 2024 Institute of Mental Health (IMH) study found that roughly 1 in 3 Singaporeans exhibit problematic smartphone use. However, spending hours on your devices is not an…
Giving fashion a second life in Vietnam
As more consumers look for ways to manage overflowing wardrobes, circular fashion is gaining ground in Vietnam. Let's explore how Glammie is helping pre-loved clothing find new…
Tracing the origin of Thai tea
Thai tea was not always the sweet orange drink we know today. It began as a hot brew in Ayutthaya, before condensed milk, ice, and changing tastes transformed it into one of…