Indian barber keeps 100-year tradition alive with US$2.40 haircuts
Though he does not know the exact date the business began, M. Selvaraj, 36, said it was started by his great grandfather R. Kupusami, who came from India.
Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link’s Nansha extension to open in October
This reduces traveling time between Nansha and Shenzhen Baoan International Airport from two hours to just 20 minutes.
Pole dancing has roots we must respect in sex work, but it is not inherently sexual
Just like any other form of expression, you can choose to be sensual on any apparatus, dance form, or whatever you do.
Stateless in Singapore: He’s 25 and has no job, no education, no country
Mr Ricqo Rafiezuwan was born in Singapore and has never left the country. He is among 853 stateless people living in Singapore as of Dec 31, 2023.
Ostrich for dinner? Shaky beef supply, shortage of rice ram home Japan’s food security fears
For a country renowned worldwide for its exquisite "washoku" or traditional cuisine and premium high-quality produce, Japan suffers from dire food security challenges at home.
It starts with a hot bath: How an ‘art doctor’ conserves a Singapore ink masterpiece
A behind-the-scenes look at the conservation process of Nanyang artist Chen Wen Hsi’s Gibbons, ahead of its display at the National Gallery Singapore in December.
Young Chinese puppeteer pulls at heartstrings
The puppets, of various sizes and styles, glide gracefully through the darkness. The actor's movements are fluid and precise, bringing them to life with an almost magical display.…
Japan’s sake breweries enter digital era with production aid
Mizutani Shuzo is among the growing number of sake breweries using a digital tool developed by the Nagoya Regional Taxation Bureau to automatically calculate the degree of…
Has Singapore’s thrift store scene lost its way?
Thrift stores in the country have come under scrutiny in recent months after several were accused of masquerading new clothes from fast fashion sources as second-hand ones.
Car accidents shattered Korean artist’s vision – but sparked a new artistic journey
Despite two car accidents leaving her with disabilities, artist Kang Joo-hye inspires resilience and kindness.