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Thai artist blends history and gaming in an installation that puts visitors in control
Oct 22, 2026

Thai artist blends history and gaming in an installation that puts visitors in control

Growing up, Thai artist Nawin Nuthong loved playing video games, especially Civilization, where players can create empires as historical leaders. Drawn to playing as King Ramkhamhaeng, who ruled the Sukhothai Kingdom from 1279 to 1298 in what is now Thailand, Nawin soon became interested in how history is constructed. The 33-year-old now combines his twin passions for history and video games through his multimedia practice, which examines how new technology shapes and advances societies. His...


Singapore to host Southeast Asia's only BTS THE CITY ARIRANG experience in 2026
Oct 22, 2026

Singapore to host Southeast Asia's only BTS THE CITY ARIRANG experience in 2026

Singapore will host BTS THE CITY ARIRANG from December 1 to 31, 2026, in partnership with HYBE, marking the project's only Southeast Asian stop this year. The island-wide programme will feature themed installations, light shows, art trails and music-led experiences across major attractions, building up to BTS' four sold-out concerts at the National Stadium in December.


Hong Kong’s Stanley, once packed with tourists, is now dead. What happened?
Oct 22, 2026

Hong Kong’s Stanley, once packed with tourists, is now dead. What happened?

With summer’s heat dissipating in Hong Kong, I decided to do a country walk last weekend and ended up in Stanley, a coastal neighbourhood in the south of Hong Kong Island. What we found there shocked us. It had been a few years since I visited the area, mostly because it was always packed with tourists. In all previous Stanley outings, hordes of visitors, whether from mainland China or Western countries, packed the side-street market and the main beach promenade. On this recent hike, a trail led...


Life in Macau from a creative lens
Oct 22, 2026

Life in Macau from a creative lens

Kevin Lai, head mixologist at The St Regis Bar in Macau, is originally from Taiwan. Meng Shu, a glass artist and lecturer who is also based in the city, grew up in mainland China. Inspired by their current home, these two individuals recently combined their talents to create a cocktail and accompanying piece of glass art that represent what Macau means to them as expats – mirroring the way in which parts of the local cultural heritage were shaped over the years by people who came to the port...


Want Karisma Kapoor’s Youthful Glow at 52? Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar Has Three Pieces of Advice
Oct 22, 2026

Want Karisma Kapoor’s Youthful Glow at 52? Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar Has Three Pieces of Advice

Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares her approach to healthy ageing, exercise and sustainable eating, explaining why long-term habits matter more than restrictive diets.


How Hong Kong cocktail bars design for service, ergonomics and success
Oct 22, 2026

How Hong Kong cocktail bars design for service, ergonomics and success

“You can tell in about 30 seconds whether a bar was designed by someone who’s worked a busy shift or by someone who drew a nice picture,” says Nikita Matveev. Ask mixologists what they notice when they walk into a bar, and they won’t mention the menu or the mood board. Matveev, head bartender of Dead Poets and The Old Man, counts the steps – how far bartenders must reach for ice, trash and stock, and whether they’re bumping into each other. Lorenzo Antinori sees light first: how it falls on the...


First Karwa Chauth? 7 Things To Know About Rituals, Sargi And Fasting
Oct 22, 2026

First Karwa Chauth? 7 Things To Know About Rituals, Sargi And Fasting

Karwa Chauth 2026 will be celebrated on October 29.


Vedika Pinto on Staying Fit Without Giving Up Rice, Ghee or Her Favourite Protein Pancakes
Oct 22, 2026

Vedika Pinto on Staying Fit Without Giving Up Rice, Ghee or Her Favourite Protein Pancakes

Vedika Pinto shares her fitness routine, from weight training and Pilates to walking 40,000 steps on holiday. The actor also reveals her approach to protein, fibre, rice and ghee.


Pooja Hegde’s Golden Saree Is Serving Main-Character Energy, One Sequin At A Time
Oct 22, 2026

Pooja Hegde’s Golden Saree Is Serving Main-Character Energy, One Sequin At A Time

Pooja Hegde stuns in a champagne-gold saree by Arpita Mehta, styled with an embellished blouse, gold jewellery and soft waves. Here's how to recreate her festive look.


KPop Demon Hunters’ Ejae weds Samuel Kim in Seoul, but what do we know about him?
Oct 22, 2026

KPop Demon Hunters’ Ejae weds Samuel Kim in Seoul, but what do we know about him?

South Korean songstress Ejae, who found global fame after lending her voice to Netflix’s 2025 animated film, KPop Demon Hunters, recently tied the knot with her long-time partner, Samuel Kim, on October 17. Ejae, whose real name is Kim Eun-jae, wore a custom Danielle Frankel bridal gown for the ceremony, while her groom wore a classic tuxedo by Bhambi, a New York City-based custom tailor. The newlyweds’ nuptials were featured in Vogue and were reportedly held at Stage 28 in Seoul’s Gangdong...