Famed Dutch singer shines in Vietnamese designer’s outfit
This is the second time Dutch singer Emma Heesters has selected a dress by Vietnamese designer Nguyen Minh Tuan, after the Horizon Gown in 2022 at a party in Dubai.
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Culture Ministry aims to boost soft power contribution to Thai economy
Outlining the ministry’s plan for soft power promotion from 2023 to 2027, the multifaceted approach will encompass various aspects including food, films, fashion, martial arts,…
New York museum to return ‘Golden Boy’, kneeling woman back to Thailand
The Metropolitan Museum of Art initiated the move by writing to Phanombut Chantarachot, director-general of the Fine Arts Department, specifically addressing the repatriation of…
Coffee shops perk up China’s sleepy rural places
On October 2, a rural coffee shop in the eastern province of Zhejiang sold more than 7,100 cups of the beverage, equivalent to one cup sold every four seconds.
Legendary singers’ idol group comeback as ‘Golden Girls’ evokes mixed feelings
“Golden Girls” – an entertainment show that features the journey of four legendary female singers from the ’80s and ’90s to transform into a trendy girl group – was a…
Endangered dholes discovered at Mondulkiri wildlife conservancy
With an estimated global wild population of just 2,500, dholes are listed as an endangered species on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Cambodia ready to welcome artefacts home
Specialists from the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts are planning to investigate the remaining Cambodian artefacts in the extensive collection of the New York-based Metropolitan…
Lisa joins celebrations for chef Jay Fai’s 7th successive Michelin Star
Thai rapper, singer and dancer Lalisa Manobal, better-known as Lisa, accompanied by her mother, team members, and executives from Nongshim, joined in the celebration.
Haenam poised to become top travel destination for culture, history buffs
Haenam, a small county located close at the southernmost point of the Korean Peninsula in South Jeolla Province, is a bucket-list destination for those who have a keen interest in…
Are we going to see I-drama steamroll cinema?
Gadis Kretek, one of the most talked about Indonesian series in 2023, highlights the growth of Indonesia's film industry.