Bắc Ninh Temple of Literature preserves tradition of learning through generations

Kota Laksamana in Melaka could be developed into Malaysian state’s new capital if Umno-led Barisan Nasional wins the seat in Saturday’s poll, according to caretaker chief minister Ab Rauf Yusoh. He said the proposed transformation would be supported by the Straits of Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone, which would bring together tourism, commercial and industrial activities along the state’s waterfront. “Kota Laksamana will become the state capital of Melaka. That is what I hope for,” he said...

Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore have all recorded rising numbers of child abuse cases in recent years, but child welfare advocates say this may be a sign of progress rather than worsening violence, as greater awareness and improved reporting bring more cases to the attention of authorities. “The good news is that more people are reporting,” said Hartini Zainuddin, a veteran advocate for abused children in Malaysia. Official figures show growing caseloads in all three countries, but differences...

MALACCA POLLS | All elected reps should have sufficient financial resources to serve constituents, he says.

Founded in 1946, the Vienna Chamber Orchestra is one of Austria’s leading chamber orchestras. Over its 80-year history, it has performed in many countries and collaborated with renowned conductors and soloists.

Rain that began overnight and persisted into Monday morning brought cooler weather and widespread traffic congestion to Hanoi, disrupting commuters at the start of the workweek.

Vietnam's Party General Secretary and President To Lam has called for expanding networks of Vietnamese and Japanese experts to serve as bridges for cooperation in science and technology.

Be brave enough to accept implications of allying with PAS-PN, Amanah leader says.

Global climate talks starting on Monday are unlikely to yield new targets on curbing greenhouse gases, but negotiators have plenty to do to implement measures already agreed, according to Singapore’s environment minister. “I think that we are not expecting a major upgrade in mitigation targets” at ‌the annual UN talks in Turkey, Grace Fu told reporters. “But we have enough, even within the Paris Agreement, with what we have already agreed on. There is enough to work on.” Delegations from nearly...

While phở attracts customers, fish sauce has become central to Hieu Le’s restaurant in Medellin, Colombia, as part of a long-term effort to preserve the flavours of home.

Cần Thơ’s network of historical and cultural sites is becoming a living source of inspiration for younger generations, preserving memories while fostering pride in their heritage and a desire to contribute to their homeland.

The Philippines wants to buy more of India’s BrahMos missiles and have them adapted to its terrain, in a move analysts say signals Manila’s search for alternative arms suppliers as the US remains entangled in its Middle East conflict. Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jnr told a security summit in New Delhi last week that his country hoped to expand on its 2022 purchase of the supersonic cruise missile arsenal to strengthen its external deterrence. Indian sources later told Reuters...

The province is also home to Phố Hiến, a famous trading port which was once an important gateway for international trade.