Deputies from China’s Fujian promote preservation of Taiwan-related cultural relics
These include ancestral shrines, ancient mansions and ancient tombs.
Selling sex, selling dreams: Sex workers in Korean cinema
From "Western princesses" to hostesses, Korea's turbulent modern history can be traced through the stories of those who bore its heaviest costs.
Elephant trapped in mud rescued after 22 hours in Bangladesh
The rescue operation, which took place around 5:00pm yesterday, March 6, was conducted by the Forest Department with the help of around 35 villagers.
The case of missing characters in Pakistani dramas
Despite dramas being made left, right, and centre, characters who don’t fit the “television-perfect” mould are few and far in between, leaving a massive chasm in our…
Kuala Lumpur ‘iftar’ spread pays homage to Malaysia’s culinary heritage
Malaysian specialities include chef’s creations like ayam kampung berlado hijau (chicken in green chilli sambal), rendang itik serati (duck rendang) and pesamah daging (a spicy…
Korean drama ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ explores love, life spanning decades
The series set on Jeju Island follows the romantic narrative of Ae-soon (Lee) and Gwan-sik (Park). The series sees the characters and their relationship later in life as well,…
No Champions Trophy final deals one last blow to hosts Pakistan
Former captain Rashid Latif says no final despite heavy investment is a blow as country reportedly spent $16m to upgrade 3 venues.
Singapore’s education ministry warns of dangerous social media challenges, parents advised to look after kids
One of the challenges mentioned in the March 3 advisory from the Ministry of Education is the Blackout Challenge, where people choke themselves with household items until they…
Demand growing for K-pop shows in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan: Will China loosen Hallyu ban?
China has maintained a de facto ban on Korean entertainment and cultural products since 2016, following Seoul’s decision to deploy a US antimissile battery on the Korean…
Singapore woman offers $2,000 bounty to find life partner
A key condition: The bounty can be collected only if the referral results in a committed relationship that lasts at least six months.