Can durian sweeten voter turnout in Malaysia’s Johor state polls?
Johor's durian belt spans districts including Batu Pahat, Tangkak, Segamat, Muar, Kluang and Kota Tinggi, many of which encompass constituencies expected to feature prominently in…
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China’s new policies to better protect gig workers
In a landmark move that took effect on Wednesday, China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security launched a nationwide program extending work-related injury insurance to…
A royal silhouette in Paris: How Princess Sirivannavari is reimagining Thai silk for the global stage
The Princess's fashion choices served as cultural diplomacy, with some outfits paying direct homage to royal heritage, such as a look inspired by a 1960s Balmain design for Queen…
From plastic bucket to global hit: Japanese game ‘Taiko No Tatsujin’ celebrates 25 years
The game’s concept is simple enough for anyone to play: strike a wadaiko Japanese drum with bachi drumsticks to the beat of your favorite music.
We’re currently in the golden quarter of Pakistani dramas
For once, the problem isn’t finding something worth watching — it’s finding the time to keep up with everything.
Sunday brunch draws families, travellers and food lovers to Paro, Bhutan
High up in the Paro Valley, the morning begins with a steady stream of visitors making their way to Dawa at Hilltop, located 4.5km from the airport.
Ink and inspiration: A tribute to Chinese craftsmanship
The Chinese drama 'The Heir' delves into the rich traditions of Chinese artistry, intertwining history and storytelling to celebrate a national heritage.
Jeju cafe owner’s message to Venezuela goes viral. Now he hopes it brings real help
Yum's original 29-second video, recorded in Spanish with the help of AI translation tools, was posted after he noticed that regular Venezuelan viewers who usually greeted him…
China’s manufacturing industry plays key part in 2026 FIFA World Cup
Much of the World Cup-themed merchandise and souvenirs bought by fans was manufactured in Yiwu International Trade City, in Yiwu, Zhejiang province, famous as the world's largest…
Filipino tennis star Alex Eala rallies past Australian Maya Joint into historic Wimbledon third round
The 21-year-old crawled her way back from a tough first-set loss to beat the Australian with a come-from-behind 3-6, 6-2, 6-0 win in their second-round duel on Thursday night…