Bangkok drops to 9th in most liveable cities for expats
The Thai capital has also been dethroned by Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, ranked in 8th place globally, as the best city for expats in Southeast Asia.
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‘Cult scare’ dampens tourism in Surigao’s Bucas Grande
If not addressed immediately, the scare may spread to Siargao, dubbed the country’s surfing capital which is also fast becoming a haven of digital nomads.
Archaeology uncovers plateau’s heritage role in Chinese civilisation
A recent conference on major new findings held in the region unveiled a trove of discoveries and the most recent progress in local archaeological operations.
LGBTQ couples in Thailand to soon have equal legal rights in marriage
However, the act simply endorses the rights for same-sex couples to spend their lives together but does not provide full legal marital rights.
Ba Van Hill, Vietnam’s largest livestock gene pool
In the past, horses were closely linked with the daily lives of people in the northern mountainous ethnic communities. There was a significant demand for various horse breeds to…
What phrase do you want to hear most from your partner?
An online survey of divorced singles reveals that it's words of encouragement or appreciation for their efforts that they longed for most when they were married.
Madama Butterfly to captivate Phnom Penh
Despite poor initial reviews, the opera now stands as evidence of musical genius and undeniable storytelling prowess.
A family’s commitment to endless travel
Embarking on a unique quest across 12 countries, an Indian family of three, Dinamani Jayakumar, Ajitha C S, and their daughter Lakshmidhuta, is spreading a message of peace and…
Halloween celebrations in Asia an invasion of foreign culture? Ong Ye Kung weighs in at forum
Singapore’s Health Minister Mr Ong noted that the festival has its roots in ancient Celtic culture, but took on American characteristics when it was celebrated there with the…
Hanoi introduces new bus city tour for sightseeing experience
The single-deck open-top buses can accommodate 20 people and are equipped with audio guides in five languages: Vietnamese, English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.