Full hearts, zero waste at this Malaysian Ramadan bazaar
Food operator Mohd Firdaus Idris, 32, said although he strived to prepare just the right amount of food each day, he admitted that there would still be leftovers on some days.…
A toast to the talent of Filipina artists: Art exhibits this Women’s History Month
Beyond all-women exhibits, numerous standout shows are currently running across the Philippines. At West Gallery, Patrick de Veyra presents gestural works that blend printed…
Shepherds of Nepal’s Rukum: Weaving tradition into modernity
Traditional handmade woollen goods struggle to find buyers, with modern factory-made clothes and cheaper alternatives flooding the market.
From humble leaf to global sensation: Meet Malaysia’s newest green favorite—pandan
Move over, matcha – here comes another green sensation: the screwpine leaf, better known as pandan in Malaysia.This year, the humble, ubiquitous plant grown widely in the…
Rising costs, changing tastes reshape Thailand’s restaurant scene
Thailand's restaurant industry is confronting significant challenges, influenced by economic fluctuations, rising operational costs, intense competition and rapidly evolving…
While in South Korea, how about fortune telling?
Saju is a traditional Korean practice that interprets a person’s fate and destiny based on their date and time of birth. It is believed to offer insights into one’s…
Facility offers Vietnamese prisoners a path to redemption
Dak Trung Prison has focused on implementing policies for inmates to foster 'seeds of kindness' and provide motivation for each prisoner to make efforts in rehabilitation and…
How geography shapes Malaysia’s Ramadan experience
Datuk Dr Mohd Zambri Zainuddin from Universiti Malaya (UM) said elevation plays a role in determining sunrise and sunset times.
Philippine chef Forés’ last gift to women: ‘Your voice, your perspective needed—not just in kitchens’
The iconic chef’s last words set to be delivered at the International Women’s Day Summit is less a speech about her culinary journey and more a guiding light for all of us.
Wrestling and boat racing: Vietnam’s heritage icons
The vibrant traditions of wrestling and boat racing in Việt Nam are not merely sports; they embody the cultural heritage and communal spirit of the nation.