Vietnamese now official language in San Francisco
The move, alongside other changes to the US city’s language access ordinance, is aimed at ensuring that residents can be served in the language they are most comfortable in.
Great Wall restoration teams uncover trove of secrets
In May, President Xi Jinping called for continued efforts to protect the Great Wall, promote its culture and pass on the precious heritage to future generations.
‘Jellyfish’ playwright discusses portraying lives of disabled characters on stage
Rom-com explores realistic, bubbly portrayal of woman with Down syndrome.
Hong Kong to mark 27th anniversary with free rides, discounts
To allow residents to enjoy the celebration conveniently, free rides will be available on different modes of public transportation, John Lee Ka-chiu said ahead of the weekly…
Fumihiko Maki, famed architect and designer of Hillside Terrace in Tokyo, dies at 95
Born in Tokyo, Maki graduated from the department of architecture at the University of Tokyo and completed graduate studies at Harvard University before returning to his original…
This white sand beach in the Philippines ranks as world’s best for 2024
White Beach in Boracay has been named the best white sand beach in the world for 2024 by Cabin Zero, a renowned baggage company.
Denmark recalls 3 types of Buldak ramyeon for extreme spiciness
The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration ordered the recall, citing a risk of acute poisoning due to high levels of capsaicin in the products.
Bokor Mountain: ‘Three seasons in one day’
Located over 1,000 metres above sea level, Bokor offers a cool climate year-round. Bokor Mountain, situated 42 kilometres from Kampot town, holds a rich history and breathtaking…
Japanese judo siblings who won golds at Tokyo Olympics vow to defend titles in Paris
Hifumi, 26, won the men’s 66-kilogram title in Tokyo, while 23-year-old Uta won in the women’s 52-kilogram class.
Letterpress printing near death of a trade
Halim Hossain has been in the printing business since 1989. His primary clients were banks and NGOs but the pandemic made him lose big contracts. He could not recover fully.