Japan’s washi paper used to mend historical documents at U.S. National Archives, overseas museums
Washi is light, strong, water-resistant and endowed with a beautiful texture. It can also last more than 1,000 years if kept correctly.
The Phantom of the Opera’s lead actress, who grew up in Singapore, excited about homecoming show
Returning to the Lion City feels like a homecoming for the London-based performer, who plays the female lead role of Christine in the upcoming Singapore run of the popular musical…
Late Kim Sae-ron’s family lodges complaint against Kim Soo-hyun over child welfare violations
The family's legal representative, reiterated the late actress's previous claims that she had been romantically involved with the actor starting when she was in her second year of…
Kuala Lumpur Cocktail Week’s pairing dinners showed how chefs and bartenders can work well together
The centrepiece of the event was the KLCW Festival Village at Sentul Depot, where almost all the participating local bars set up shop to serve cocktails all day long.
What to know about the conclave to elect the next pope
Here are some things to know about the election of the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church, which has 1.4 billion faithful across the world.
More than half of South Koreans feel chronic resentment: survey
Nearly 70 percent of respondents answered they believe the world is unfair.
Are luxury brand deals creating hierarchy among K-pop idols?
As more idols become ambassadors for high-end labels, concerns grow over fan comparisons, teen materialism and inequality in group branding.
Young Chinese artisan transforms traditional Miao embroidery into modern fashion accessories
As a native Miao, 23-year-old Liu Yongyi's passion for embroidery was passed down through generations of women in his family.
Food event in China’s Xiamen cooks up a taste of Southeast Asia
The fifth season of the hit food documentary Once Upon a Bite turns its lens toward these "magical keys" of flavor, exploring how spices have journeyed across continents, shaped…
Bangladeshi photographer captures Shah Rukh Khan on his lens at the Met Gala
Amir Hamja, a Bangladeshi photographer affiliated with The New York Times, has consistently brought pride to the nation through his remarkable photography that has drawn…