Tteokbokki: South Koreans’ longtime soul food
A magical go-to food enjoyed by South Koreans is "tteokbokki," a popular snack of chewy rice cakes slathered in a spicy sauce made from red pepper paste with additions of fish…
Culture
In Malaysia, dodol-making stirs up tradition and sweet memories
Dodol is a festive staple in most households in Malaysia. Most youths grow up eating dodol every Hari Raya, but they seldom know how the sticky-sweet confection is made.
Sifting through the good, the bad and the ugly of Urdu slang and colloquialism is an uphill task
Despite their rather blunt, offensive or closer-to-offensive nature, the perennial popularity and strength of colloquialisms lie in their never-ending capacity and elasticity.
From ‘alamak’ to ‘nasi lemak’: Oxford English Dictionary welcomes Malaysian and Singaporean words
According to the dictionary, they are among a number of “untranslatable words” from Singapore and Malaysia that made it to the latest OED update in March.
Peranakan group in Malaysia’s Melaka hopes to revive once-popular traditional card game
The game, known as "Cherki", is being popularised by Persaudaraan Kesenian dan Kebudayaan Peranakan Melaka (Sedara), an association dedicated to preserving Peranakan arts and…
Why Koreans don’t apologize when bumping into others
Experts say this apparent inattentiveness to others' private space is rooted in Korea’s collectivist culture, where individual privacy often takes a back seat.
Bhutanese arts and crafts at the risk of losing authenticity
They face a growing threat from commercialisation, which risks eroding traditional craftsmanship.
Cambodian women deconstruct consent via traditional Khmer dance
The classical dance was used to explore the importance of personal autonomy and gender equality.
Eid’s unsung heroes: The women crafting your celebrations
Truly, their efforts are not only enriching one of the most anticipated festivals for us but also in a broader sense, redefining the role of women in business.
From fad to lifestyle: Slow-ageing diet gains momentum among young South Koreans
The buzzword "slow aging" refers to a lifestyle focused on extending lifespans through good habits while minimizing physical and mental stress.