Worn shoes
One of the oldest artisans in the Philippines’ shoe capital faces a grim future as their handcrafted shoes struggle against the influx of cheap imports.
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Intel chief stresses key microchip role of China
As the world's largest chip market, the Chinese mainland consumes more than half of the world's semiconductors, said research company Daxue Consulting.
Why is Singapore a magnet for Chinese billionaires?
Strong bilateral ties among others make the city state a strong contender for wealthy Chinese family offices looking to set up shop outside China.
Bed-and-breakfast establishments revitalising China’s rural economy
Currently, the county has more than 900 of the characteristic Minsu, including 8 clusters in Xidi town and Hongcun villages.
South Korea’s on-year job additions bounce back sharply in March
People in their 60s were the main drivers of job growth, while the number of employed people aged 15 to 29 decreased for fifth consecutive month.
AI to help drive China’s tech revolution
A host of Chinese tech companies including Alibaba Group have jumped onto the AI chatbot bandwagon, as ChatGPT takes the world by storm.
Zero-sugar drinks reshape beverage market
Sugar-free and low-calorie soft drinks are enjoying their heyday in South Korea, with increasing sales and a growing variety of products.
Hanoi’s street-front houses lack coherent design and consistency: architects
Designs that copy old structures and are not suitable for the climate in the area are also increasingly common, one architect feels.
Hydrogen tram, floating islands touted in S. Korea’s Busan Expo bid
Seoul, which is bidding to host the event in 2030, plans to leave many harbour facilities in place to turn them into historic attractions and cultural facilities.
Seoul city to build new marina, floating swimming pools
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon said the swimming complex is inspired by the Harbor Bath, an open-air floating public swimming pool in Danish capital, Copenhagen.