Inheritor innovates to keep Chinese textile art relevant
Chinese linen, or xiabu — literally "cloth for summer" — is a traditional handmade textile made from China grass, also known as ramie. Being hailed as the "king of natural…
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Hoi An’s bamboo craftsmen bend with market to survive
The residents in Cam Thanh Commune have lived well from their craft for generations, and the trade now contributes the added value by being part of a range of ecotourism services.
Marriages between Korean men, Japanese women soar
Korean content industry insiders say the trend is partly being fueled by the rise of popular YouTube channels featuring couples made up of Korean men and Japanese women.
Fluent foreigners spread the word on dialects
Tobias Le Compte, a 35-year-old Belgian musician, has become a sensation on social media for his excellent grasp of the main Shanghai dialect. In the videos, he speaks fluent…
Chongqing subway helps local vegetable farmers widen their business
Nicknamed "packbasket special line", the second phase of the subway line, connecting Shichuan town to the city center, has a total length of 32.8 kilometers and 15 stations. It…
How a forgotten Narathiwat village created a new future for residents
Due to its location in Narathiwat province, life on the Pu La To Bi Su island is much harder than on the mainland. There are only around 800 people living on the island who depend…
Roast beef, ice cream and bread: Soy sauce isn’t just for sushi anymore
More and more companies are trying to break the mold, developing new varieties of the centuries-old condiment.
Karnali folk in Nepal return to oil lamps as electricity supply proves unreliable
According to a local resident, even if they get electricity, the lights are dim. The majority of households in the areas have reinstalled solar sets. In areas like Tatopani and…
Cambodia one of top countries with 70% of businesses female owned
The Minister of Women’s Affairs Ing Kantha Phavi added that along with such a significant economic contribution, maternal health has also improved, as indicated by reduced rates…
Magnificence: Celebrating World Elephant Day
Organised by Ayutthaya Elephant Palace & Royal Kraal, the event featured religious activities, including elephants giving alms to renowned monks in the provinces, the performing…