Singha Park balloon festival to feature 30 balloons from 13 nations
Thirty balloons from 13 countries will take part in the Singha Park Chiangrai International Balloon Fiesta 2025, set to be held in the northern province of Chiang Rai next month.
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Reviving Chinese dough art with precision and passion
Wang Yuyu, a culinary arts teacher from Ningbo, revives the ancient craft of dough modeling, showcasing exceptional skill and perseverance.
Highland tea
From March to October, visitors to Tua Chua District, Dien Bien Province, will have the opportunity to experience picking ancient Shan Tuyet tea leaves in addition to exploring…
New Year poetry ceremony held at Japan’s Imperial Palace; Princess Aiko debuts poem on ‘dreams’
The event also featured poems by other members of the Imperial family and 10 by members of the public selected from 16,250 poems submitted from around Japan and overseas, as well…
Rice noodles unite Guangxi and Southeast Asia
In Guangxi, these noodles are a staple part of meals, enjoyed for breakfast or as quick snacks throughout the day. In Southeast Asia, rice noodles are integral to daily dining,…
Beloved Japanese anime ‘Ranma½’ back after 30 years; original cast returning
While training in China, protagonist Ranma Saotome falls into cursed springs that give him the peculiar trait of transforming into a girl when doused with cold water and reverting…
Pinon hadi: Crafting tradition with a modern twist
Pinon hadi, a traditional cultural attire, has evolved from a single-piece garment to include modern elements like embroidery. Woven manually using back strap looms, it blends…
Dog given to Russian President Putin by Japan’s Akita prefecture ‘in good health’
Now 12 years old, Yume was presented to Putin as a thank-you for Russia’s support of areas affected by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
Blending tradition into Chinese New Year menu at Grand Imperial Kuala Lumpur
While modern trends often introduce bold twists and creative techniques, the Grand Imperial Group takes pride in honouring tradition.
Vibrant blossoms bloom across Vietnam to welcome Tet
As the most significant festival in Vietnam approaches, vibrant spring blossoms fill the air with a sense of renewal and joy. In Vietnam, flowers are not just decorative; they…