Singapore

Eyebrow Threading

Anonymous — Tue, 23 Sep 2003 13:02:43 +0000

A good Indian friend of mine introduced me to eyebrow threading recently. I was game enough to try and she brought me to an Indian beauty salon in Little India. As I walked up the stairs to the second...

Legend of the Chinese Zodiac

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Mar 2003 13:43:22 +0000

In my family, we have a dog, an ox, a rat, a tiger, and two dragons! When such a varied bunch sits together, one can expect a clashing of "personalities" and other factors... but such is the...

Discount Airlines of Asia

Anonymous — Mon, 09 May 2005 07:55:02 +0000

Dozens of low-cost airlines have been launched recently in Asia, transforming the continent's travel landscape. Here is a list of them...

Chinese Teens Respond To Amy Chau's Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Anonymous — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 13:47:23 +0000

Amy Chau has gained international attention since an excerpt from her new book Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother was published in the Wall Street Journal. What do Chinese teens think of it?

Transcending Tragedy at Cinequest 2010

Anonymous — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:01:30 +0000

Now in its 20th year, the Cinequest Film Festival, held each year in San Jose, Calif., presents a global smorgasbord of independent films by visionary filmmakers.

Film: The Home Song Stories

Anonymous — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 08:48:56 +0000

The Home Song Stories, an entry to the 2007 Berlin Film Festival, is inspired by the true story of Rose, a single mother of two and a glamorous Shanghai nightclub singer, who struggles to survive ...

American Boarding Schools - a book review

Anonymous — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:31:19 +0000

A directory of American Boarding Schools, compiled with international students in mind...

Vientiane on bended knees

Anonymous — Wed, 09 May 2007 02:49:50 +0000

A colorful journey on 20" wheels, across the land of a thousand smiles into the land where time moves slower. A rich experience of meeting people, and sampling the tapestry of cultures and history that Vientiane offers. Truly charmed!

Shopping Asia

Anonymous — Mon, 16 Jun 2003 07:05:28 +0000

Afghanistan Kabul shopping * * * China Death of a Beijing Flea Market A Geek's Guide to China * * * Hong Kong Hong Kong: Shop til you drop * * * India Bangalore Shopping The Bombay Bazaar A Guide to...

To The Chinese, Jade Is The Elixir Of Life - The Stone Of Immortality

Anonymous — Thu, 15 May 2003 18:29:47 +0000

The first time I was exposed to the fascinating world of jade on a large scale was in Malacca, Malaysia's historic city. As our group toured the Jade House Jewellers, I beheld jade sculptures and...

Singapore Parks

Anonymous — Fri, 12 Apr 2002 13:49:57 +0000

Singapore is sold abroad as a garden city. Alas, visitors only see the greenery of this beautiful city when they shuttle between airport and hotel or they abidingly visit the touristy places like the...

Feeding Hong Kong's Hungry Ghosts

Anonymous — Wed, 31 Aug 2005 02:15:01 +0000

The Hungry Ghost festival is celebrated in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore. Chinese who maintain traditional beliefs hold that ghosts are allowed out from heaven for the lunar month...

Pulau Ubin - Singapore's Island Getaway

Anonymous — Wed, 27 Nov 2002 10:10:16 +0000

I had to pinch myself really, to think that here, in the perfect "global city-state" where almost nothing stays that isn't spanking new or made to look that way, I was edging my way out on a rickety...

Recipe: Nasi Lemak - Steamed Coconut Rice

Anonymous — Sun, 18 May 2003 23:00:13 +0000

Serves about 6 1 1/2 cups rice, rinsed 1 1/2 cups coconut milk 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon of salt Place all ingredients in a saucepan, then bring to boil. Cook over medium heat until all the liquid...

Film Review: Paradise Road

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:43:43 +0000

Film Review: Paradise Road by Celeste Heiter How silent is this place The brilliant sunshine filters through the trees The leaves are rustled by a gentle breeze A wild and open space By shrubs...