Culture
Walking with Dinosaurs Returns with Character-Driven Prehistoric Stories
Dinosaurs have never gone out of style. Their timeless appeal in museums and media is undeniable, and now the BBC revives the classic 1999 series Walking with Dinosaurs with...
Edward Burtynsky Captures Global Industry’s Reach in “China in Africa”
Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky discovered his passion at age 11 when his father bought...
Ethical Elephant Tourism Thrives at Samui Elephant Sanctuary
In the tropical haven of Koh Samui, Thailand, Kaew Ta and Kham Phean have...
From Shy Teen to Healing Guide: Sonia Samtani’s Mission to Help Others Overcome Procrastination
Sonia Samtani’s journey from a shy teenager with low self-esteem to a respected therapist...
Yaeyama Kyori Wagyu: Japan’s Unique Beef Shines in Vietnam’s Michelin-Starred Kitchens
Not all Wagyu beef is created equal, and beef aficionados are quick to note...
My Father’s Shadow: Nigeria’s Cannes-Selected Film Exploring Family and Identity
Nigeria’s first film officially selected for the Cannes Film Festival, My Father’s Shadow, is a deeply personal story crafted by director Akinola Davies Jr....
Final Destination: Bloodlines – A Return to Gore-Fueled Fate and Fatal Accidents
The Grim Reaper returns in Final Destination: Bloodlines, the sixth installment of the well-known horror franchise where fate intervenes, accidents loom, and the innocent...
China and South Korea Renew Cultural Ties with K-Pop Concerts and Visa-Free Travel
Ties between China and South Korea are showing signs of improvement after years of cultural restrictions. Although a highly anticipated concert by K-pop boy...
Moscow Metro Celebrates 90 Years of Grandeur, Innovation, and Expansion
A marble plaque at Sokolniki station marks the beginning of one of the world’s most iconic underground railways, which opened on May 15, 1935....
Haochen Zhang and Dover Quartet Deliver Electrifying Chamber Music Performance
Pianist Haochen Zhang signaled the end of a breathtaking performance with the Dover Quartet by gently closing the lid of the Steinway grand piano,...
BoyNextDoor Breaks K-pop Norms with Creative Freedom and Genre-Blending Sound
In a K-pop industry often driven by professional producers and choreographers, BoyNextDoor is taking a different path. The six-member boy group, who debuted in...
Mission: Impossible Finale Brings Ethan Hunt’s Journey to a Close
Nearly 30 years after Tom Cruise first stepped into the role of Ethan Hunt in the original Mission: Impossible film, the franchise reaches its...
Tastefully Yours: A Delightful K-Drama Blending Food, Family Rivalry, and Romance
Tastefully Yours continues the growing trend in Korean dramas that blend food, drinks, and rural settings, following in the footsteps of recent hits like...
Han Jun-hee: Crafting a Unique Voice in Korean Genre Storytelling
Director Han Jun-hee is establishing a distinctive creative voice in Korean content through his unique approach to genre storytelling. His projects, ranging from the...
A Pale View of Hills: A Poignant Exploration of Memory and Reinvention
In Kei Ishikawa’s visually striking film A Pale View of Hills, the theme of transformation resonates deeply as Niki (Camilla Aiko) gently reassures her...
Air Strike (2018): A Chaotic War Epic That Misses the Mark
Troubled productions sometimes give birth to cinematic gems. Air Strike (2018), however, is not one of them. Directed by Xiao Feng and rumored to...
Postapalooza Festival Celebrates Bold, Rule-Breaking Poster Design in Hong Kong
What makes good design? For too long, Hong Kong’s creative output has been shaped by the practical, risk-averse tastes of corporations and institutions. Seeking...
The Forgotten Story of Mexicali’s Chinese Community and La Chinesca
More than a century ago, the Chinese population of Mexicali, a border city between Mexico and the United States, outnumbered the local Mexican residents....
Martial Arts Director Jaden He Brings New Energy to Revamped “House of Dancing Water” in Macau
“A waterfront pavilion gets to enjoy the moonlight first,” a Chinese proverb goes—aptly describing how Jaden He Jingde, a martial arts veteran and Cirque...
