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'Punk wellness': China's stressed youth mix traditional medicine and cocktails
AFP, Published on 13/02/2026
» SHANGHAI — In a softly lit Shanghai bar, graduate student Helen Zhao stretched out both wrists to have her pulse taken -- the first step to ordering the house special, a bespoke "health" cocktail based on traditional Chinese medicine.
China's Buddha artisans carve out a living from dying trade
AFP, Published on 19/01/2026
» SUZHOU, China - In a dimly lit workshop in eastern China, craftsman Zhang measured and shaped a block of wood into a foot as dozens of half-completed life-sized Buddha statues looked on silently.
List of key Golden Globe winners
AFP, Published on 12/01/2026
» BEVERLY HILLS, California - Here are the winners in key categories for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, which were handed out on Sunday.
New movies out this week: Dec 25-31
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/12/2025
» 14 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Quality of life crucial as Thailand ages
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 21/10/2025
» Thailand now ranks among the world’s top five countries with the highest number of centenarians, boasting more than 45,000 people aged 100 and above. With over 20% of the population now aged 60 or older, the country’s ageing demographics reflect significant progress in healthcare, nutrition and overall well-being.
New movies out this week: Oct 16-22
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 16/10/2025
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Too many bowls? Ramen lovers may face higher health risks, study suggests
Kyodo News, Published on 23/09/2025
» In Japan's ramen-loving heartland, researchers have stirred the pot with a study suggesting that slurping down the beloved noodle dish three or more times a week might carry health risks.
Harrowing docu-drama gives ‘voice’ to Gaza victims
AFP, Published on 03/09/2025
» VENICE - A gut-wrenching film premiering at the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday about a five-year-old girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza last year gives a “voice” to Palestinian victims of the war, its director says.
New releases for your streaming pleasure: Sept 3-9
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 03/09/2025
» Looking for a title to binge-watch this weekend? Here's our pick!
New movies out this week: Aug 28-Sept 3
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 28/08/2025
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.