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‘Panagmanto’: The deep link between black, death, grief in the Philippines

A Philippine sociologist said that black is often associated with sorrow because of historical, cultural, and psychological factors, and as a former colony of Spain, which brought…

  • Published: October 31, 202510:51 am
  • Author Kurt Dela Peña
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Reviving the lost glory of Beijing’s Old Summer Palace

A project to replicate the Forty Views of Yuanmingyuan Park, a collection of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) silk paintings featuring 40 scenes of the imperial palace (and the box and…

  • Published: October 31, 202510:50 am
  • Author Wang Ru
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Ancient capitals, shared friendship

In Xi'an's Xingjiao Temple, there is a pagoda of the monk Yuance, who is from the Silla Kingdom, whose capital is in present-day Gyeongju, South Korea, His solitary journey became…

  • Published: October 31, 202510:38 am
  • Author China Daily
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Old town blends with extraordinary art in Tokyo’s Sumida

This area was spared from war damage, and numerous traditional nagaya row houses remain. It is also known as a “craftsmanship town” that supported the nation’s strong…

  • Published: October 29, 202511:00 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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A Bhutanese village that defies rural exodus

The village of Laya attributes the increase in household numbers to diverse factors, including economic opportunities, the introduction of the Royal Highland Festival, and a…

  • Published: October 29, 20257:54 am
  • Author Thinley Namgay
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Filipino folklore feeds familiar vampire tale

In “The Time That Remains," an immortal Kalinga warrior’s colonial curse prompts reflection on free will and the privilege of mortality.

  • Published: October 27, 202512:28 pm
  • Author Allan Policarpio
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Halloween 2025: Where to eat, play, and party around Manila

Whether you’re in the mood for a feast, a forest adventure, or a full-blown party, the metro has something for every kind of thrill-seeker. Here’s your ultimate roundup of…

  • Published: October 24, 20251:47 pm
  • Author Steffani Samson
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Lao handicraft festival opens, tying tradition to tourism

As well as serving as a major platform for the display and sale of handicraft products, it enables knowledge-sharing among the more than 130 participating artisans and business…

  • Published: October 24, 20251:39 pm
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Mules still hold lifeline for these Bhutanese highland villagers

The village of Laya currently has about 1,500 horses and mules. Every household owns at least four, while some families have as many as 18. Most Layaps prefer mules because they…

  • Published: October 24, 202510:15 am
  • Author Thinley Namgay
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Centuries-old Tihar traditions fade in Nepali villages Sudurpashchim and Karnali

Once a celebration of sibling bonds and village culture, the iconic deuda songs now struggle to survive amid modern music trends.

  • Published: October 23, 20259:34 am
  • Author Menuka Dhungana

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