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Lena Dunham to bring back ‘Girls’ for a 5-episode run on HBO 10 years after its finale
“Girls,” the show that was the voice of its generation—or at least a voice of a generation—is coming back.
Disney+ K-drama The Remarried Empress: Shin Min-a reigns in lavish royal romance fantasy
Lead cast: Shin Min-a, Ju Ji-hoon, Lee Jong-suk, Lee Se-young Shin Min-a is, for all intents and purposes, Korea’s first Disney Princess as she plays the titular royal in the lavish new K-drama The Remarried Empress. Adapted from Alphatart’s web novel of the same name, this star-studded romantic fairy tale tells the story of Navier Ellie Trovi (Shin), whose position in the mythical Eastern Empire is threatened when her once-faithful husband, Emperor Sovieshu (Ju Ji-hoon), takes a mistress:...
Beauty packaging recycling program opens in Quezon City
A new recycling program in Quezon City is collecting empty beauty product packaging for recycling and waste recovery.
Behind every great meal is an engaged team
The best dining experiences begin behind the scenes. Discover why engaged teams are the secret ingredient to great hospitality
Preserving Bàu Trúc pottery heritage in modern life
Bàu Trúc pottery is distinguished by its traditional handmade techniques. Without pottery wheels or moulds, Chăm women use their hands to shape clay, water and fire into unique products that embody the community's folk knowledge, customs, memories and cultural identity.
Where a Melbourne-raised wellness entrepreneur goes in Hong Kong for coffee and dim sum
Vivien Wong is the co-founder of wellness brand Shroommate, offering mushroom-infused coffee and matcha. She spoke to Andrew Sun. I’m not the kind of person who eats on autopilot. I am a fussy eater – well, in spirit more than practice. But I do try to eat with intention. For me, dining well is not merely good food. Who you are eating with also matters. Then there is the rest of the experience: how you are greeted, the decoration, the service. Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, cafe culture is...
Việt Nam, Austria promote tourism cooperation, destination connectivity
Việt Nam is becoming increasingly attractive to Austrian travellers for its natural beauty, cultural heritage and hospitality.
Vietnamese culture shines at Asia Day 2026 in Bratislava
Performances of martial arts, music, traditional dances and costumes offered a colourful celebration of Asian cultures.
Finding the rhythm of a place
When we travel, it is easy to think in itineraries. But what if we experience another place not to become a local, but to be a good guest?
Suối Giàng Shan Tuyết Tea Festival puts herbal heritage on full display
During the three-day festival, visitors can explore a highland specialities fair and Shan Tuyết tea displays, sample local dishes at a highland food market, and enjoy traditional cultural performances and folk games.
Does your partner need to know every passing attraction?
In “A Love Other Than Yours,” Seo Kang-joon and Ahn Eun-jin explore honesty and familiarity in long-term love
When did I stop listening to OPM?
I sang Ben&Ben in school, then OPM slipped out of my life. Meeting SB19, Maki, Kaia, and Jeremy G at Cove Manila this September made me ask when and why
HCM City hopes to revitalise classical drama 'hát bội' with regular public shows
The HCM City Hát Bội Theatre has been holding regular performances in various public spaces across the city. It has organised around 20 shows so far this year.
Why are adult friendships so much harder to maintain?
Friendships in adulthood take a profoundly different shape than they do in childhood, and it’s one of life’s most challenging requisites
Tai Fung Lau at 65: Hong Kong restaurant’s Lu cuisine legacy, Bruce Lee ties and more
Ask any regular at Tai Fung Lau Peking Restaurant in Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui district what keeps them coming back, and they are likely to mention its down-to-earth dishes, generous portions and value for money. This year, as the restaurant marks its 65th anniversary, second-generation owner Steve Wan remains committed to preserving both the hearty portions and the flavours of his father’s kitchen. That determination begins with a subtle distinction many diners might miss until Wan points it...
Po Klong Garai: Chăm towers preserving centuries of history
Historical records indicate that the complex was built in the late 13th or 14th century, initially for the worship of Shiva before becoming a place of worship for King Pô Klông Garai,
Local flavours shape Việt Nam’s evolving dining scene
Việt Nam’s food and beverage scene is entering a more confident phase, driven by the enduring appeal of local cuisine, distinctive dining experiences and a new generation of diners reshaping the market.
Việt Nam launches cultural industries network, unveils 17 initiatives
The network aims to strengthen cooperation among state agencies, businesses and creative stakeholders, moving beyond isolated projects towards coordinated action.
This Singaporean grandma, 73, couldn’t walk without pain. Today, she deadlifts 67.5kg
When 73-year-old Rosemina Hamzah stepped up to the hex bar at Singapore’s Mbold Seniors Hex Bar Deadlift Challenge in August, she was not just attempting her first deadlift competition – she was rewriting what ageing looks like. Latching onto 67.5kg (149lbs), more than her own body weight of 64kg, the novice lifter pulled it with ease – a personal best to win her category. It was a remarkable feat for a woman who, just over a year ago, could hardly walk and was constantly in pain. Before August...
Google unveils new Fitbit Edge fitness tracker: Features, price, availability
Google has unveiled the Fitbit Edge, a next-generation fitness tracker featuring advanced health monitoring, workout tracking and personalized coaching in a slim design.
'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' opens doors to magical new worlds in official trailer
Netflix has released the official trailer for Greta Gerwig's take on "Narnia."
Katê Festival celebrates vibrant heritage of Chăm people
Thousands of Chăm people in the south-central provinces of Lâm Đồng and Khánh Hòa, wearing colourful traditional costumes, have celebrated the Katê Festival, the Chăm people's largest traditional festival.
Đà Lạt Flower Festival 2026 to bring flowers to 54 communes and wards
As part of the Đà Lạt Flower Festival 2026, two central wards of Đà Lạt are preparing 16 flower streets, while 54 communes and wards across Lâm Đồng Province are also creating flower spaces to welcome the event.
Digital revolution inspires translator to interpret meaning on canvas
After six years spent translating English works on digital technologies, Nguyễn Đức Dũng gives shape and texture to the knowledge he has shared with Vietnamese readers
Byeon Woo Seok treats fans to performances, live cooking demo at Manila fan meet
Byeon Woo Seok sure knows how to make Filipino fans feel special!
Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan announce collab song 'Expectations'
Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan are putting their pop powers together for a new single!
London wine club’s Shanghai outpost to offer Chinese drinkers a ‘sweet spot’
London-based private members’ wine club 67 Pall Mall is scheduled to open its first mainland China outpost in December, in Shanghai’s former French Concession. Founder Grant Ashton says the move reflects a global shift away from spirits – which can reach 40 per cent alcohol by volume (ABV) – towards wine, typically 12 to 14 per cent ABV. “Wine is halfway down to zero,” he says, mapping out the spectrum from spirits to non-alcoholic drinks. “If you’re starting from spirits, wine is your sweet...
'2 Valid IDs' exposes the absurdity of red tape, broken systems
The acclaimed Cinemalaya 2026 film “2 Valid IDs,” starring Marietta Subong, popularly known as Pokwang, is set for a nationwide theatrical release on October 14.
What does it take to last in the restaurant industry?
Your guide to restaurant longevity and lasting legacy, according to four restaurants
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