News & Insights Across Asia
Immerse yourself in thought-provoking documentaries and films spotlighting Asia’s stories, while offering global perspectives and insights.
Meizhou Island illuminates as the Mazu Pilgrimage and Lantern Festival converge, celebrating tradition and UNESCO-recognized heritage with vibrant lanterns and cultural festivities.
Discover the heartwarming story of a small cake shop in Brooklyn that has been crafting donuts the same way for 70 years, capturing the hearts of locals and even featuring in a “Spider-Man” movie.
A family-run cake shop in Pakistan preserves tradition through their renowned Gulab Jamun, offering an unforgettable sweet experience with their high-quality cheese and secret recipe.
Sea salt from Iceland’s Westfjords combined with cocoa beans from Madagascar creates a delightful taste sensation in Icelandic chocolate. This unique fusion of salty and sweet appeals to global chocolate lovers.
Harbin, China’s ice city, has become the hottest destination for holidaymakers during the Spring Festival, turning its icy winters into a glittering tourist attraction that charms visitors worldwide.
Discover the story behind Squirrel Mandarin Fish, a signature dish of Jiangsu cuisine that captivated Emperor Qianlong and remains a beloved culinary masterpiece in China’s gastronomic heritage.
An ancient art form from the Chinese mainland, the lion dance is enchanting a new generation in Malaysia. Young Malaysians are embracing this tradition, ensuring its vibrant future in the country’s diverse society.
Malaysia celebrates 50 years of diplomatic relations with China by implementing a mutual visa-free policy, welcoming Chinese tourists during the Spring Festival and boosting its tourism economy.
A 1,600-year-old musical tradition on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is fading. The eagle flute faces extinction. Can devoted players preserve this cultural heritage?
In Nagchu, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, generations of horsemen like Sita Wangyel preserve their cherished horse-racing traditions, showcasing enduring cultural heritage.
In Chongye County’s highlands, Grandpa Nyima aspires to revive the Jiuhe Dro Dance at the Wangguo Festival. Facing modern challenges, will tradition find its rhythm again?
Discover the dedication and sacrifice of Xizang’s horse trainers who bring the annual horse-racing festival to life, celebrating the region’s rich equestrian culture.
The annual horse-racing festival in Xizang brings together highly-trained horses and their young riders. Despite their small stature, these jockeys showcase remarkable strength and endurance, embodying a deep cultural tradition.
Discover the vibrant traditions of the Qiaqing Gesar Horse-Racing Festival in Nagchu, Xizang Autonomous Region—a celebration of horsemanship and cultural heritage on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
As age dims his sight, elder musician Yugu from Amdo County seeks to pass on the art of the eagle flute to his granddaughter, striving to preserve a fading tradition in Xizang’s highlands.
At 73, Lhasa resident Tsenten revives the ancient melodies of the Tibetan eagle flute, preserving Xizang’s rich cultural heritage and sharing it with the world.
Discover how three Tibetan eagle flute masters strive to preserve an ancient musical tradition by mentoring new musicians to carry on the haunting melodies of this sacred instrument.
From Thailand’s mangrove revival to a Pakistani woman breaking barriers as a truck driver, communities across Asia are striving to uplift their nations and inspire change.
Discover the vibrant traditions of Xizang, from the grand Nagchu Horse Racing Festival to the enchanting Jiuhe Dro dance and the haunting melodies of the eagle flute, celebrating Tibet’s rich cultural heritage.
In Pakistan’s Tharparkar desert, a woman named Singhari becomes a truck driver, challenging norms and inspiring her village by proving women can succeed in roles once reserved for men.
