20 Nepali artifacts worth US$3 million to be returned from United States
These valuable items, which had been trafficked out of Nepal over several years, were recovered following an extensive investigation led by the Manhattan District Attorney’s…
Eight farshi shalwar sets for the ultimate Eid outfit inspiration
Rooted in royal Mughal fashion, the farshi shalwar has always been a symbol of grace and elegance.
Scores for historic Tokyo Beethoven concerts found
This is an important discovery that sheds light on how Western music was received in Japan in the early 20th century.
Deputies from China’s Fujian promote preservation of Taiwan-related cultural relics
These include ancestral shrines, ancient mansions and ancient tombs.
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.
Flurry of investments erodes Bali’s architectural identity
The government has done little to strictly impose architecture regulations, which experts suggest is due to its difficult situation in balancing economic benefits and the adverse…
How high can K-beauty rise?
Korea’s cosmetics exports hit a record $10.2 billion in 2024. With the spread of K-beauty trends around the world, even countries with strong local beauty industries, such as…
Humble Philippine textile made of pineapple takes center stage at this American museum
“From Pineapple to Pañuelo: Philippine Textiles” by textile historian Angela Hermano Crenshaw is on exhibit at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Museum.
Mongolia’s “Eagle Festival-2025” to take place on March 8-9
The event aims to preserve and pass down the centuries-old heritage of eagle hunting to future generations while attracting visitors to experience this remarkable cultural…
Devotion to sea goddess Mazu stretches from Fujian to Taiwan
Revered for her miraculous abilities to calm storms and rescue troubled ships, she became a symbol of protection and salvation for seafarers, leading to the construction of…