Dhaka’s birds are disappearing — should we be worried?
More than 200 bird species call the Bangladeshi capital home.
Milan’s La Scala names Korean maestro Chung Myung-whun as first Asian music director
Mr. Chung is set to lead the prestigious 247-year-old opera house from 2027 to 2030.
Pop diva Shakira and more wear Singapore brand Charles & Keith at Met Gala
Home-grown shoe label Charles & Keith was spotted on the feet of several celebrities, including Colombian singer Shakira, former Pussycat Dolls band member Nicole Scherzinger and…
More young Chinese travelers opt for chills over thrills
From July to August 2023, searches related to lying-flat travel increased by 50 per cent compared to the previous year, with travel guides and notes up by 70 per cent, according…
Filipino pop sensation SB19 shares pride on new album and growing global reach
Formed in 2018 through a collaboration between Korean entertainment company ShowBT and a local talent agency in the Philippines, SB19 combines K-pop training methodology with…
K-pop, K-drama ― and K-housing?
Hanok can be advanced by moving beyond strict traditions, blending spirit with modern architecture.
Will the ‘real’ Filipino please stand up?
The confusion surrounding 'real' Filipino identity is understandable because, as journalist Carmen Nakpil said, Filipinos spent 300 years in a convent and 50 years in…
Malaysian couple redefines senior living by climbing mountains, running marathons
At 65, Michelle Wong and her husband CS Khong are living proof that the golden years can be vibrant, active and full of adventure.
Philippine boxing legend Manny Pacquiao to un-retire and fight Mario Barrios for welterweight title: report
Mr. Pacquiao is set to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame next month and faces a Senate election next week in the Philippines.
South Korean politicians use ‘mukbang,’ YouTube livestreaming to engage with voters
This culture of connecting with fans through casual livestreaming is a staple of the K-pop industry, but has now seeped into the realm of politics.