String of tradition: A legacy in water puppetry
Dang Duy Bang is a master of water puppeteer, who imbues Vietnamese folk character to life. His exquisite craftsmanship has carved a legacy in wood, carrying on a centuries-old…
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New hope for a new year in diplomacy
Tet – the Lunar New Year – is one of the most important holidays in Vietnam. Ambassadors share joy with Vietnamese people, send them wishes, and express their expectations in…
First-time pet owners: Are you ready for your first (fur)baby?
If you’re toying with the idea of getting a pet, the first question to ask yourself is: Are you ready for the time, financial, and emotional commitment?
Highland tea
From March to October, visitors to Tua Chua District, Dien Bien Province, will have the opportunity to experience picking ancient Shan Tuyet tea leaves in addition to exploring…
Highway to Everest is paved with hope
Locals say the connection will make the Everest region easily accessible and bring more economic opportunities.
Exhibition featuring Year of the Snake relics opens in Chongqing
An exhibition featuring The Year of Snake opened January in the Chongqing China three gorgees Museum to greet the upcoming Chinese New Year. The exhibition shows 115 cultural…
Tamu Lhosar in Kathmandu
Rally from Basantapur to Tundikhel showcases Gurung culture and traditions.
Robot dog meant to comfort dementia patients turns heads at world’s premier tech show
Jennie, a lifelike robotic puppy, was designed for people living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia who are unable to look after a real animal on their own.
Japan’s new viral food trend: Overhead dining videos
A new social media trend is bringing a flood of new customers to restaurants in Japan. It gained popularity at Fu-Fu-Hanten, a Chinese restaurant in Tokyo, after diners started…
Kunming & Vientiane, from “hard” link to heart link
Sipping Lao coffee in Vientiane in the morning and enjoying rice noodles in Kunming by night is a new way of life thanks to the China-Laos Railway.