Vietnam’s Nghe An hammock weavers in the swing of things
The organic hammocks, crafted by Tho ethnic people in Giai Xuan Commune, have also been utilised as decorative pieces in luxury hotels, resorts, and community tourism spots.
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Buddhism will ‘pave way’ for stronger Korea India ties
Buddhism can strengthen the ties between South Korea and India, according to Indian actor Gagan Malik, who is known for playing the role of Prince Siddhartha in the 2013 film…
Chinese granny honoured for guarding China-Mongolia border for 53 years
Living in a village just 11 kilometers from the China-Mongolia border, Granny Nyima has dedicated more than half a century to border patrol, with her son, daughter-in-law, and…
She lost son to suicide. Now she is on front line of suicide prevention in South Korea
In the beginning, Park found comfort in support group meetings. Over time, she gradually transformed into someone who offers comfort to others. The Han River hotline service is a…
Can heritage buildings in Singapore go green? One aims to show the way
More than 6,500 shophouses in Singapore have been conserved for their historical and cultural value. Can they be made greener in the face of climate change?
It starts with a hot bath: How an ‘art doctor’ conserves a Singapore ink masterpiece
A behind-the-scenes look at the conservation process of Nanyang artist Chen Wen Hsi’s Gibbons, ahead of its display at the National Gallery Singapore in December.
Young Chinese puppeteer pulls at heartstrings
The puppets, of various sizes and styles, glide gracefully through the darkness. The actor's movements are fluid and precise, bringing them to life with an almost magical display.…
Deaf café in Hanoi goes with the flow
From the outside, Flow-ee café might seem like any other in downtown Hanoi. But step inside, and you’ll notice something special. The staff, affectionately called "Flowers",…
Shaping lives, empowering Bhutan’s deaf through the arts, vocational training
The broader mission of Wangsel Institute is to provide deaf students with an adapted curriculum and vocational training tailored to their needs. While academics help them…
Dedication of plateau patrollers in China’s Changtang National Nature Reserve moves filmmakers
Some 150,000 Tibetan antelopes, also known as chiru, live high up on the plateau and migrate from Qinghai province to the Changtang reserve to birth their young.