A world AI body is established at the conference to promote global governance of the technology. Read more at ...

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Singapore brands used to thrive in China. Today, they’re fighting to survive. For about two decades, a Singapore brand in a Chinese shopping mall exuded “quality,” “hygiene,” “trustworthy”—a halo ...

It went ahead anyway, and the court ruling eviscerated China's position, ruling its infamous nine-dash line invalid and faulting China on other points. China still refuses to recognize it and has ...

Even as it grapples with having less money to award next year, the Philadelphia Cultural Fund on Wednesday announced this ...

Prambanan Jazz Festival 2026 concluded with a record-breaking 85,000 attendees over three days, reaffirming its status as one ...

The Art of Batik and Balinese Spa Traditions Indonesia’s cultural influence extends globally through the intricate art of Batik. This ...

Lim Heng Group leased buildings on grounds shared with one of its casinos on the Thai-Cambodian border at above-market rates.

Anutin sang a classic hit by Taiwanese star Teresa Teng. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Chinese rap music is becoming popular in the US as hip-hop music combines with Chinese content and culture. [Photo/GETTY ...

Across the continent, singing, dancing, and cooking in everyday life fall into the same rhythm. This year marks the ...

Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Monday (July 20, 2026).