The unforgotten artisans of China’s Forbidden City
Excavations at the site of the former Imperial Workshops reveal a treasure trove of artifacts, showcasing the craftsmanship that once flourished there and the grand picture of…
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Tuk-tuk tales: Thailand’s iconic three-wheeled legend
But did you know that the tuk-tuk didn’t originally hail from Thailand? Its journey from Italy to the streets of Bangkok is as fascinating as the ride itself.
Launch of the ‘Singapore Stories: The Heart of a Nation’ photo exhibition
The exhibition showcasing the works of photojournalists from The Straits Times, past and present, is currently ongoing at Selegie Arts Centre. Happening from Nov 7 to Nov 23, the…
Government will keep all options open for Singapore founding PM Lee Kuan Yew’s family home: minister
The Government on Nov 3 announced its intention to gazette the roughly 1,100 sq m site as a national monument, citing its historical significance and national importance.
Wax castle parade a show of colour and devotion at That Luang festival in Laos
Each structure, elaborately decorated with candles, flowers and banknotes, symbolised devotion and the hope of good fortune in the coming year.
Tracing 75 years of Hong Kong’s cinematic legacy
Running through July 5, 2026, an exhibition at the Hong Kong Film Archive features film stills, posters, brochures, and special publications.
‘Michelin moment’: Shattering exceptionalism
A Michelin recognition could go a long way in shattering the Filipinos' self-defeating “negative exceptionalism”: namely, the ingrained tendency to think the Philippines is…
Seoul’s high-rise push sparks world heritage alarm
The city's approval of a 141.9-meter building across from Korea’s first UNESCO World Heritage site has resurfaced a longstanding question: how far should urban renewal go when…
What’s next for 38 Oxley Road, Singapore founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew’s family home?
If gazetted and acquired, the government plans to convert the site into a public space while respecting Lee Kuan Yew's privacy wishes.
Time scroll: Within the storied walls of China’s Forbidden City
A 10-episode documentary uncovers the Palace Museum's transformation and preservation through the eyes of the staff, restorers and researchers.