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Two-time Olympian, world No.4 pole vaulter EJ Obiena fulfills ‘lifelong dream’ with world event in Philippines

The event dubbed Atletang Ayala World Pole Vault Challenge is sanctioned by the World Athletics and participating athletes will earn ranking points.

  • Published: July 8, 202510:30 am
  • Author Mark Giongco
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AI takes centre stage as Bucheon Film Festival explores cinema’s future

The festival's commitment to exploring artificial intelligence runs deep, with 11 AI films among its 217-title program and a three-day conference dedicated to examining how the…

  • Published: July 8, 20259:45 am
  • Author Moon Ki Hoon
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Tokyo pastry shop from 1920s keeps customers coming back with classic flavours

Takase Ikebukuro Honten believes deeply in making its sweets by hand and serving up a classic taste with the greatest care.

  • Published: July 8, 20258:45 am
  • Author Yuta Nagatani
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Zayn Malik references racism he faced as One Direction member in new song

‘I worked hard in a White band, and they still laughed at the Asian,’ raps the British singer in a teaser for his new track ‘Fuchsia Sea.'

  • Published: July 8, 20257:56 am
  • Author Images Staff
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Cultural row erupts as Thai dress seeks UNESCO status amid Cambodian claim

A potential cultural clash is brewing as Thailand prepares to submit its exquisite Royal Traditional Dress (Chut Thai Phra Ratchaniyom) for consideration as a UNESCO Intangible…

  • Published: July 8, 20257:50 am
  • Author The Nation
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Tasteful travels: A cross-cultural culinary journey from Beijing to Yunnan

Crossing Bridge Rice Noodles has a history that dates back several centuries, with a touching legend behind its name. According to popular folklore, a scholar was preparing for…

  • Published: July 7, 20252:19 pm
  • Author Ramila Gautam
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Central Market Kuala Lumpur: A melting pot of art and heritage

Established in 1888, what began as a bustling wet market has since transformed into a ­cherished heritage landmark. It has become a thriving centre for handicrafts, textiles,…

  • Published: July 7, 20252:13 pm
  • Author The Star
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Why YG Entertainment needs a breakthrough group – now more than ever

While the company remains one of the so-called "Big Four" K-pop agencies — alongside SM, JYP and Hybe — it has yet to introduce a new act that rivals the global dominance of…

  • Published: July 7, 20252:08 pm
  • Author Kim Jae-heun
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From field to fabric: how Vietnam’s Chil people weave their identity

As modern life creeps into the highlands, bringing mass-produced clothes, synthetic dyes and fast fashion, the ancient craft of handloom weaving is quietly fading. The skill, once…

  • Published: July 7, 202511:02 am
  • Author Le Viet Dung
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In Japan, calorie-busting ‘sinful gourmet foods’ taking taste buds by storm

These delectable guilty pleasures have often been found not only on restaurant menus, but also in corporate product promotions, manga, and personal social media posts.

  • Published: July 7, 202511:01 am
  • Author Tomoyo Yamada

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