200-year-old items go on display at George Town temple
A recent discovery of a date behind the cover of a handwritten sutra (scriptures book) kept at the Tow Boh Keong Temple here has revealed that it dates further back than what was…
Five book cafes to visit in the Valley
If you find solace in the company of books as much as your own thoughts, here are places that offer both good food and great books.
Sapporo snow removal trains begins readying for winter
According to the Sapporo Transportation Bureau, the sasara densha are normally sent out before the first streetcar of the day from November to March.
The secrets of Trach Xa Village: mastering the craft of long-dress making
According to village elders, the art of making ao dai in Trạch Xa dates back to over a thousand years. It is said that Nguyen Thị Sen, the fourth wife of King Dinh Tien Hoang,…
Forum seeks innovative solutions to protect the Great Wall
The forum also witnessed the share of some methods and experience in developing the Great Wall culture, as well as building national cultural parks.
4 more essential Filipino gestures you can use daily
Once you’ve mastered the gestures Filipinos make to be respectful and cordial to family, friends, and acquaintances, it’s time to learn more casual expressions you’ll…
Weaving new hope: Reviving Quat Dong embroidery
As artisans find themselves grappling with whether to persist with their craft or to seek alternative employment, uncertainties await this 300-year-old art.
Pa Then fire jumping ritual recognised as national intangible cultural heritage again
According to the Pa Then people’s traditional perception, the practice of fire jumping aims to dispel fear and weakness among local youths.
Royal Academy of Cambodia announces launch of modernised Khmer dictionary
National Council for Khmer Language chief Hean Sokhom said the Khmer language has been evolving continuously for over half a century since the 5th Khmer dictionary’s two-part…
A drink heritage to cherish
While many young people in other rural areas pour into big cities looking for better jobs, this rarely happens on the Jingmai Mountain, as people usually choose to stay due to the…