Wellness

When to worry about high blood pressure 

These risk factors make you prone to developing hypertension, so do go for regular screening.

Climate

Plastic bags don't go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?

If thrown in the trash, they can take up to hundreds of years to degrade in landfills and release harmful microplastics into the environment.

South Korea

BTS to release special vinyl to mark 13th anniversary

SEOUL: (Bernama-Yonhap) K-pop sensation BTS will release a limited-edition vinyl album to celebrate the 13th anniversary of its debut, the group's agency said Tuesday (June 2), Yonhap News Agency reported.

Arts

Malaysian watercolour artist finds poetry in the theatre of the wet market

In 'Berapa Sekilo?', Ryzalman Misran uncovers beauty in the everyday, translating the wet market's abundant seafood into rich watercolours

Fashion

How wraparound eyewear defies fashion rules, becoming a style statement

Once strictly sport-focused, wraparound eyewear is now moving beyond function to quietly redefine what counts as style.

Animals

Horses turn out to be unlikely saviours for those who serve in uniform

Members of the armed forces and the police may put their lives on the line for their country but even they have their mental and physical limits and often it is horses, not humans, who can provide salvation.

Living

Agjak, South Korea's latest dessert trend, sounds as good as it tastes

A new wave of fruit-shaped mousse cakes encased in thin chocolate shells is pulling morning lines to bakeries, with customers chasing the sharp crack of the coating as much as the dessert inside.

Europe

This Malaysian fell in love with Segovia's beauty and history

This Spanish city, accessible via Madrid, is where you'll find a majestic castle, a Gothic cathedral, and churros.

Design

What to consider when designing a shared bedroom

Designing a shared bedroom can be both a challenge and an opportunity.

Health Matters

Why El Niño is significant for asthma patients

We know El Niño is coming, bringing with it the haze, and that's potentially bad news for asthma patients. 

Entertainment

Is Kim Soo-hyun returning to screen?

This comes after the YouTuber who alleged the actor had dated the late Kim Sae-ron when she was underage has been arrested.

Nutrition

Cook delicious and healthy meals at home

Help your diet become more balanced and healthy by preparing your meals at home a few times a week.

AseanPlus News

Supermodel Ming Xi and Mario Ho, son of casino mogul Stanley Ho, hold wedding ceremony in France

Supermodel Ming Xi and Mario Ho, son of the late Macau casino tycoon Stanley Ho, held their long-delayed wedding ceremony in France on Monday.

Fashion

Ukraine street style: Why fashion’s survival in wartime is anything but flippant

In Ukraine's capital, military-inspired street style reflects solidarity and survival, blurring the line between civilians and soldiers and showing how war has reshaped everyday fashion.

Climate

Laughing amidst the gloom: How activists embrace joy in the fight to save Earth

Across the world, groups of activists, teachers and psychologists are tackling one of the planet's most daunting problems with laughter, dancing, hugs and most especially joy.

Arts

Edgar Morin: France's intellectual 'grandfather' dies at 104

For the French, Edgar Morin was above all an intellectual guide, known for his holistic, transdisciplinary approach to contemporary questions

Animals

How to make sure your dog is cared for properly while you’re away

Part of being a responsible dog owner is prioritising dog care, even when away on vacation or at work.

Fashion

Fashion rental isn't always as sustainable as it seems, experts caution

While renting clothes can reduce waste from one-off purchases, experts say frequent shipping, returns and cleaning can undermine its sustainability benefits.

Entertainment

Singer Dua Lipa marries actor Callum Turner: reports

Lipa wore a white hat and dress designed by the Schiaparelli studio for the wedding, reports said. Turner, 36, donned a dark blue suit.

Arts

French museum reports theft of multimillion-dollar arty banana

In France, the Pompidou-Metz museum reported to police the theft of a banana from Maurizio Cattelan's artwork 'Comedian'