Rishta roulette Episode 1: Our son wants a simple girl
That day the house buzzed with energy. Every nook and cranny seemed to be under scrutiny, and three different fried items were being prepared to be served to my potential…
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What is the 4B movement and what does it mean for Filipinas?
It doesn’t help that over the years, far-right pundits and influencers were silently mobilizing young men in the United States to support ideologies proclaiming to protect…
Religious nationalism and its discontents
In part, nationalism was the product of brutal wars between Christian sects in Europe. This triggered the need to organise what were clubbed as ‘nations’ in a more rational…
Bringing Brunei’s dastar back to everyday life
Historically, the dastar was worn by Malay rulers, warriors, and scholars, symbolising wisdom, authority, and respect. Traditionally made of cloth and wrapped intricately around…
Shot, July heroes battle a harsh new reality
Rakib Hossain, a barber from Narayanganj, has been fighting two battles since the July mass uprising -- one for his health and another for his family's survival.
Tell me I fit in: Validation-addicted Koreans seek group acceptance on social media
Instagram and other social media platforms are filled with people like her, seeking approval, advice or validation from friends online over decisions big or small. They could be…
‘Every life is valuable’: Malaysian fisherman rescues humans, strays and pets left behind
Despite the heavy rain, the 30-year-old said he did not want to take any chances. He decided to approach the vehicle in his boat as waters had risen to waist level.
Foreign spouses struggle to navigate Nepali immigration laws
The baby-fines stand for something bigger for these families: The insecurity of their status, the absurdity of some rules, and the inequality built into the system—as this would…
Hangeul Calligraphy to be designated as cultural heritage
Hangeul Calligraphy, which is the provisional English name suggested by the Korea Heritage Service, refers to the method of writing Hangeul using a traditional inkstick and brush,…
Xinjiang artisans: Weaving a decorative history
Pei Ming, 66, a craft artist from the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region folk literature and art association, has been researching the history and craft of Xinjiang carpets. The…