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Manila — A survey conducted by the independent research group OCTA has shown that most Filipinos still prefer to wear face masks in public to protect them against Covid-19. The result of the survey, which was conducted from April 22 to 25, 2022, was presented in a forum on Tuesday, Sept. 13, a day after […]

Manila, Sept. 9 — In ancient times, the mooncake was a simple offering to the moon every Mid-Autumn Festival, the most important Chinese holiday next only to the Chinese New Year. The occasion, usually held on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, dates back 3,000 years. It has since been celebrated by various […]

India, Aug– Some people looking to add a furry friend to their family are adopting fancy and foreign dog breeds. But there are many out there who are very clear about adopting either Indian breed or strays. With the population of street dogs becoming a concern, animal lovers are advocating the adoption of street dogs. […]

India, Aug. 1 — Rhythmic prayers reverberated in my ears Pious bells’ jingle filled the vastness with serenity Neither did I visit a temple nor did I take a holy dip Yet piety touched me as I paid a visit to my hometown I, recently, got the opportunity to visit my hometown, and a wave […]

India — Cats have various superpowers that often leave their pet parents stunned. When recorded and shared on Internet, the videos or images of those powers leave people amazed too. Just like this picture that shows a kitty’s camouflaging skills. The picture shows a cat hiding at plain sight. There is a chance that you […]

Thousands of cosplayers and anime fans gathered at the yearly Anime Festival Asia (AFA) in Singapore from Nov 25-27 celebrating Japanese pop culture at the Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre. It was held for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began more than two years ago. In 2019, AFA draw 120,000 attendees. AFA […]

The man accused of assassinating Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe is set to undergo an examination of his mental condition around the time of the incident, local media reported Saturday. Abe was gunned down on the campaign trail on July 8 in the western city of Nara, two days before the country’s upper house […]

On the 14th of July, Gotabaya Rajapaksa – President of Sri Lanka – landed at Changi Airport. He arrived on a flight from the Maldives having fled Sri Lanka the day before following weeks of protests against his rule. He resigned from office a few hours after landing. Singapore with its wealth, safety and world-leading […]

In a thoughtful gesture that would just melt your heart, a man fed street dogs an elaborate meal in Thailand. A video of the man feeding the street dogs was posted on Instagram and it is just wholesome to watch. The video was posted on the Instagram account niall.harbison. Niall, a digital creator, feeds street […]

An Indonesian man decided to demolish his 500 million rupiah (RM147,229) home that he shared with his wife following their divorce. Moh. Suaib from Desa Larangan Slampar in Pamekasan made the decision as he did not wish his wife to continue staying at the property, Kompas reported. Suaib’s uncle Abdul Hannan told the portal that […]

Elephants are such majestic animals and they fiercely protect their young ones. A video of a herd of elephants walking on the road with a calf walking between them surfaced online and has been winning hearts. The video shows the herd of elephants walking like they are providing security to the young one. The video […]

Desaru Link Ferry Services, a subsidiary of Batam Fast Ferry (Batam Fast), has been appointed to offer passenger ferry services between Singapore`s Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal and the newly completed Desaru Coast Ferry Terminal. Travel Weekly Asia which first reported this news said that with this new sea route, passengers will be able to embark […]

Record-breaking heat has led to China’s economy being impacted with people, industry and farming all bearing the brunt of the extreme heat. Rivers and reservoir levels have tanked and factories have had to be closed due to electricity shortages. Two months of extreme heat have been plaguing China with temperatures soaring to record highs. On […]

Italy’s wine production surpasses any other country in the world owing to its mild Mediterranean climate and extensive winemaking expertise. This is why the demand for Italian wine has been increasing worldwide, and Singapore is no different. It is a major exporter of Italian wine, which is evident by the fact that Italy is the […]

Maximalist interior décor has recently emerged as a rejection of its opposite’s Nordic-inspired, Scandinavian aesthetic that creates an attractive balance between comfort and simplicity. It looks like minimalism – characterized by a pale, monochromatic interior paired with reductive design and simple furniture – has lost its charm. Maximalism lets organized chaos, colourful patterns, and eclectic […]