When tiger met lion: The different faces of lion dance in Singapore
The Hainan lion head, with a flatter and more bulbous head than the more commonly known southern lion dance head, is one of eight lion heads displayed at a new exhibition launched…
BTS’ road to reunion grows complicated
Scandals, fan backlash, corporate turbulence cloud the group’s long-awaited return in March.
Bookworms don’t sleep: The Library, BookXcess’s new 24-hour megastore opens in Malaysia’s Petaling Jaya
With two maze-like floors of towering shelves, nearly 1km of walkways, and quiet nooks for studying, working or simply settling in with a book, The Library offers an inviting…
From planes and cars to beer, factory tours a draw for young Chinese
Chinese factory tours are booming, drawing families interested in manufacturing and technology. Despite their popularity, not enough young people are choosing to work in…
Woven in wool: A Bhutanese village’s enduring mat tradition
Beyond production, wool mats hold a deep cultural value. Many residents believe wool retains warmth and helps relieve joint or back pain. In Hindu households, the wool mat is also…
Woes in SEA Games Thailand drag on as member nations complain of mounting problems
Participating nations have lodged formal complaints regarding multiple organizational and logistical failures, including incorrect national flags at ceremonies, shortages of halal…
The top hits of the last 40 years: A look at the evolution of original Pilipino music
These songs have and will continue to define OPM for years to come.
China’s “Zootopia 2” fans fuel hazardous trend in online snake purchases
The surge in sales of the highly venomous Island Bamboo Pit Viper has raised serious public safety risks and the potential for legal repercussions for platforms, vendors, and…
Paws for reflection: Jakartans tag strays as city mini-destinations
In a metropolis shaped by speed, pressure and long commutes, brief encounters with street cats have become small rituals of joy, lifted by online trends, shared care and a growing…
Finding community and culture in a bowl of tea in this Chinese county
People in the shop talked, laughed, and encouraged one another as if a bowl of leicha were more than just food — it was a bond that brought them together, offering comfort and a…