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1k students in Cebu receive anti-lice treatment, dental services from GMA Kapuso Foundation
A total of 1,000 students in Northern Cebu received dental services and anti-lice treatment from the GMA Kapuso Foundation through its Linis Lusong Kapusong Kabataan project.
Chuyên Mỹ's rich tourism potential finds ways to bloom
With its diverse craft villages, master artisans, and scenic rural charms, Chuyên Mỹ Commune is poised to become Hà Nội’s next standout tourism hotspot. On October 16, a delegation of experts surveyed the locality to help local authorities outline a strategic roadmap for sustainable growth.
Festival celebrates regional cuisine and culture
The event showcases a wide range of regional specialities, including five-star OCOP-rated Cát Hải fish sauce, Ba Làng fish sauce and fermented shrimp paste, Hạ Long squid cakes, bird’s nest products from Nha Trang and Cà Mau, among others.
'Sunset Boulevard' to hold a PH run, Joanna Ampil to star as Norma Desmond
Don't look now but the Andrew Lloyd Webber"s musical “Sunset Boulevard” is coming to the Philippines for a limited run in August 2027, and none other than the internationally acclaimed Filipina theatre star Joanna Ampil will portray legendary silent-film actress Norma Desmond!
‘I’m so excited’: Kim Jones on choosing Hong Kong as the home of his revived fashion label
One might not expect British fashion designer Kim Jones, a figure synonymous with modern luxury, to highlight reptiles as one of his earliest memories of Hong Kong. “I love Hong Kong, the weird side of it and the fact that there are king cobras that live here, and different snakes and the sort of things which most people probably get terrified of,” the 53-year-old says. Jones first visited Hong Kong after joining Dunhill as its creative director in 2008, visiting regularly in the late 2000s to...
Theatrical arts shine on Hà Nội stage
A biennial theatrical festival is bringing traditional and contemporary performances to the stage, attracting young audiences and highlighting efforts to renew Vietnamese theatre while preserving its cultural heritage.
Lâm Đồng enhances appeal to long-stay international tourists
Local authorities are upgrading tourism infrastructure and services. Coastal destinations, including Hòa Thắng, Phan Thiết, Tiến Thành and La Gi, are promoting local attractions and improving service quality to welcome international visitors.
Will Ashley recalls mom's struggles after dad's death when he was 6
Will Ashley opened up about the hardships he and his mother faced after his father died when he was just six years old, leaving his mother to raise and provide for their family on her own.
Ao Vua embraces digital tools to improve tourism services
As tourists increasingly use digital platforms to research destinations and book services, tourism businesses are stepping up efforts to establish an online presence and improve customer access to information.
An Giang’s flood season bathing offers unique tourism experience
Although the flood season lasts only a few months, bathing in flooded fields offers more than seasonal recreation.
Gritty Jakarta Biennale, polished Art Jakarta – both tell Indonesia’s story, haze and all
At the 2026 Jakarta Biennale, visitors can plant cassava in moist soil. An evocative soundscape, including the calls of threatened birds-of-paradise, fills the air. Paintings made with natural pigments on tree bark hang on the walls. The installation by Papua-based artist collective Alyakha Kolektif draws attention to illegal gold mining and excessive logging that are damaging the environment in Indonesia’s Sentani region. The cassava planting, which continues until late October, is intended as...
Bianca Manalo - Win Gatchalian relationship timeline
Bianca Manalo on 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda' Thursday opened up on her breakup with Win Gatchalian
Japan's popular anime store opens first branch in PH
Animate, Japan's popular anime store, is finally here in the Philippines!
Meet the cast of 'The Play That Goes Wrong' in Manila
Filipino theater actor Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante is joining performers from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and the United States for the Manila staging of the award-winning comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong.”
Funky Filipino footwear and where to find them
Shoes are arguably the most vital element of an ensemble, and these local brands have just what you need
What it's like to be a wizard at Harry Potter: Visions of Magic in Singapore
Harry Potter: Visions of Magic in Singapore takes visitors through 10 environments inspired by different corners of the Wizarding World, using projections, sound, physical elements and interactive effects to bring each space to life.
Finding your style when your body has changed
When familiar clothes fit differently, a few thoughtful adjustments can help you enjoy getting dressed again
‘Dine in the dark’ puts disability employment into sharp focus
The Westin Manila’s Dine in the Dark is a win-win situation for visually impaired employees and hungry guests alike
What it means to come back home
It would be important for us to always remember that good mental health is when we are at home with each other
Why the 1960 film The Wild, Wild Rose is the late Grace Chang’s greatest cinematic triumph
Grace Chang, also known by her stage name Ge Lan, died in August at the age of 93. She is widely remembered today for her lively performance in Mambo Girl, the 1957 Chinese-language musical that made her a star. Famed for pure roles expressing the aspirations of would-be middle-class Hong Kong girls, Chang initially played characters who were hip, popular, socially adept, conscientious and relatively well-off, possessing no hint of sexuality; her character in Mambo Girl is almost...
Thanh Hóa to waive entrance fees at Hồ Dynasty Citadel, Lam Kinh relic site
According to the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Thanh Hóa welcomed around 15.9 million tourist arrivals in the first nine months of 2026, equivalent to 94.9 per cent of its annual target, with tourism revenue estimated at VNĐ42.8 trillion (US$1.65 billion).
'Fourth Wing' casts Esther McGregor, Emilio Sakraya as leads in upcoming TV adaptation
Prime Video has found its live-action Violet Sorrengail and Xaden Riorson!
Klara and the Sun review: Jenna Ortega is an android in upbeat but saccharine sci-fi fable
3/5 stars Taika Waititi, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind Jojo Rabbit (2019), brings his trademark quirk to Klara and the Sun, a sunny-side-up sci-fi fable that occasionally delivers flashes of darkness. Based on Kazuo Ishiguro’s 2021 novel of the same name, the film is set in a future where AI companions are the norm. The effervescent Klara (Jenna Ortega) is one such android, albeit a discontinued B1 model now being hawked from a city discount store. Klara’s escape comes when a young girl,...
Follow Lonely Planet's travel trends and discover Sa Pa in Fall and Winter 2026
The renowned American travel guide includes Việt Nam in its "Fall Travel Trends 2026: The World's Next 15 Destinations," highlighting the country's breathtaking landscapes as the season unfolds.
Phú Quốc counts down to November 10 as Symphony of the Sea Season 3 prepares to light up a 3,000sq.m ocean stage
The countdown to November 10 is now running in step with an intense build-up along the waterfront of Sunset Town. The floating stage is being expanded, new lighting systems are being installed, and performers have begun rehearsals for the third season of Symphony of the Sea.
Elha Nympha issues statement following 'Inday: the Musical' exit
Despite the exit of their lead star, the production company of 'Inday: The Musical' said they are 'making the necessary adjustments to bring Inday to life'
Marian Rivera praises daughter Zia's piano skills: 'I'm always amazed'
Marian Rivera expressed pride in her daughter Zia after sharing a video of the young girl playing the piano.
Concerts boost travel demand among Vietnamese music fans
Vietnamese music fans are helping drive demand for flights and hotels as they travel to concerts at home and across the region, online travel platforms have reported.
Buckwheat flower season draw tourists to the rocky plateau
From flower-covered hillsides and quiet ethnic villages to distinctive highland dishes, autumn reveals another side of Đồng Văn’s rugged landscape.
Digital libraries drive change in university reading culture
Digital libraries are expanding access to knowledge at universities, but their long-term value depends on effective resource sharing and efforts to foster reading culture among students.
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