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One of the oldest artisans in the Philippines’ shoe capital faces a grim future as their handcrafted shoes struggle against the influx of cheap imports.
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Thai New Year celebrations return with a big splash
Spending during Thailand’s biggest holiday is expected to total about 125 billion baht, largely from increased travel and business activity.
No TikTok, no Twitter, no Facebook: Indonesians find peace through social media detoxing
The dopamine detox, also referred to as “dopamine fast”, has been all the rage since its introduction in 2019.
Employee at Chinese company wins 365 days of paid leave at annual dinner
Reports of the large prize have raised envy among Chinese netizens, with some inquiring tongue-in-cheek about vacancies at the company.
‘Magic’ Sak Yant tattooists eye cultural heritage list
73-year-old Roeung Sarem is a Khmer Sak Yant tattooing teacher who learned the skill from his parents and his grandfather.
High fashion up in the sky in Nong Bua Lamphu
Models strutted down Nong Bua Lamphu’s famous skywalk at the five-day event to show off haute couture creations in pure Thai silk.
Foodies flock to Binh Duong to enjoy mangosteen chicken salad
Locals call it 'salad king' for its special fragrance and deliciousness and say it is the best dish in Binh Duong between April to June.
Water gun sales surging as Thais load up for first Songkran after lockdowns
Millions are expected to celebrate the Thai New Year by splashing water at each other to cool off during the hottest month of the year.
Instant photos make comeback in South Korea
For people in their 30s and 40s, photo booths are a flashback to the late 90s and early 2000s when photo sticker makers were all the rage.
Zero-sugar drinks reshape beverage market
Sugar-free and low-calorie soft drinks are enjoying their heyday in South Korea, with increasing sales and a growing variety of products.