Muslims in Asia mark Aidiladha with prayers for people in Gaza
One of the biggest Islamic holidays, the occasion commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s test of faith through slaughtering livestock and animals and distributing the meat to the poor.
Award-winning author Arundhati Roy to face trial under anti-terror law
The sanction to try Roy under a stringent anti-terror law is for allegedly making provocative speeches at an event in New Delhi in 2010.
Controversy hits Kyoto’s famed Gion Festival over high-priced spectator seats
The Kyoto City Tourism Association started selling tickets for 60 premium seats for the July 17 procession priced at ¥150,000 and ¥200,000.
South Korea to pilot visa for K-pop trainees
It will also roll out a “region-specific digital nomad visa” for foreign nationals seeking to work remotely while living in Korea, connecting them with regional governments.
Health issues plague K-pop girl groups
The pressure to stay thin, brutal schedules blamed for growing number of female artists taking breaks for health reasons.
Red meat roadmap of Bangladesh
Dhaka's love affair with kachchi biriyani came as no surprise. We know it, we love it, and Dhakaiya kachchi with its distinct flavour profile most definitely deserved a spot on…
Film exploring family ties premieres ahead of Father’s Day
Set in the picturesque district of Yuyang in Yulin, the movie unfolds as a heartwarming comedic road trip, chronicling the extraordinary journey of a young man who grew up in the…
Thailand’s soft power to go on display at upcoming expo
The initial goal is to raise awareness about soft power, understand its direction, and recognise its importance on the international stage.
Sports exports surge with approach of Paris Olympics
At a factory owned by a Chinese sporting goods manufacturer based in Guangzhou, more than 20 boxes of table tennis balls were loaded into a shipping container destined for France.
Taiwan trip by mainland actor is welcomed
Popular Chinese actor Hu Ge's visit promotes cultural exchanges amid tense cross-Strait relations.