A new script for Chinese cinema
Industry experts believe the magic of moviegoing is here to stay despite rise of streaming, micro dramas, and evolving audience habits.
Philippines’ Asin Tibuok: A heritage ingredient fighting for survival
Asin Tibuok is a rare salt with a flavor unlike any other: smoky, sharp, slightly fruity, and with a whisper of sweetness— it’s the kind of salt that doesn’t just season…
Nepal’s Banepa women resist community pressure as they perform funeral rites for their father
Dogmatic beliefs and practices like barring daughters from ritual oblation, women not allowed to enter the cremation ghat, and women subjected to ostracising rituals and sacrifice…
Redefining fatherhood: Dads in Seoul come together to learn and grow
Papa School: Fatherhood Care Capacity-Building Workshop was designed to address a prevalent reality: Caregiving remains largely concentrated in the hands of women, while men have…
Seeds of the cosmos: How a Pakistani engineer sent wheat into space
The test tube carrying the Pakistan-origin wheat seeds was aboard the SpaceX Dragon Capsule, which was launched from Nasa's Kennedy Space Centre on August 1.
Streetcar hit by atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima makes special run
Streetcar No. 156, the oldest atomic-bombed car, was built a century ago and remained in regular service until 1971. It was repaired in 2020 and has since been used at special…
How tin toys geared up Chinese man’s manufacturing success
A passionate collector keeps alive memories of craftsmanship, design, and childhood joy.
‘Last’ meals: How durian, chilli crab, and KFC bring comfort to the dying in Singapore
Because food is such an evocative medium, it makes for a compelling metaphorical full stop at the end of one’s story. This idea that a lifetime of experiences and preferences…
These Nepali women are determined to make household cleaning products chemical-free
Sakal Bio Enzyme, founded by three women environmental engineers, uses plant enzymes to produce safe household products and reduce landfill waste.
How a teashop is funding dog rescues across Nepal
Every meal and cup of tea at Chiya Sewa supports animal welfare, with rescued dogs welcoming customers.