Journey to the roof of the world: A Bangladeshi’s Tibet travelogue
This is the story of a seven-day spiritual odyssey, following ancient Buddhist links to the highest land on earth, from Dhaka to the shadow of Mount Everest.
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Ancient Chinese script gets upgrade for digital age
Designers said their task was not simply to digitise old characters, but to preserve the movement and balance of brushwork in a format suited to modern reading habits.
Shanghai festival showcases a culinary coming-of-age
Yearlong event celebrates international cuisine as the metropolis focuses on becoming the center of cultural intersections for diners.
Why do so many people in Pakistan suddenly have a button phone? (It’s not for the vibes)
Of the 12.05 million mobile phone units assembled during the first five months of 2025, 54pc or 6.53 million were 2G feature phones, PTA data reveals.
Indosalto: Urban acrobatics leaping into Jakarta’s narrow spaces
In a dense North Jakarta neighborhood where room to move is scarce, a small acrobatics community is carving out space for children to leap, flip, and imagine bigger futures.
Water puppetry art in Vietnam’s Ninh Binh thrives
Despite many historical ups and downs, local residents still make efforts to preserve the water puppetry art and craft amidst their modern and rapid-paced life, transferring their…
First-ever pho museum opens in Ho Chi Minh
The museum features three floors offering visitors a journey through pho's 100-year history via a souvenir area, show kitchen, cinema room, and cultural exhibition space.
A lasting gift to Filipino food culture
Award-winning author Felice Prudente Sta. Maria proves that Filipino food is alive—always changing, always evolving.
Travel industry insiders name Laos among top destinations to watch in 2026
Experts said 2026 is expected to mark a turning point for Laos, which has long been regarded as one of Southeast Asia’s best kept secrets.
Nepal’s Magar community celebrates Maghe Sankranti with cultural festivities
The festival is observed as an occasion for family reunions, meetings between maternal and extended relatives, the exchange of greetings and the sharing of joy.