31 Aug 2012

As an Australian, I feel ambivalent about Bali. No doubt, the "island of the gods" is beautiful and its culture is charming, plus it's difficult to dislike a place that has surf every day and an...

18 Jun 2007

Shahrul Idzman, or Lolong as he's affectionately known, goes through his moves with a confidence and conviction that belie his age. At eight, he's the youngest dancer in a troupe from Semporna, a...

17 Aug 2006

The blend of Chinese and indigenous cultures from colonial days is thriving

15 Feb 2006

If Southeast Asian history, colour and antique shopping are your bag, and you find yourself in the vicinity of Kuala Lumpur, you're in luck.

20 Mar 1999

The death toll in an outbreak of ethnic violence in Indonesian Borneo went above 60 yesterday.


Security forces, outnumbered by warring villagers, are struggling to control the...

A war of words has erupted over this year's National Day slogan, which critics say translates to 'culture makes you tired'.

INDONESIA'S population is estimated to have reached 189 million in 1993, making it the fourth most populous nation in the world after China, India and the United States.

SINGAPORE is home to many Asian communities who have blended harmoniously into society.


This diversity has enhanced the state's social, cultural and economic life in various ways....

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