Culture

Oxford English Dictionary Embraces Southeast Asian Flavours in Latest Word Update 0
- Culture
- 03/27/2025
Expressions like ‘alamak’, ‘tapau’ and iconic food names now officially recognised in the English lexicon The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has expanded its vocabulary once again, this time drawing from the rich cultural and linguistic landscape of Southeast Asia. In its March update, popular expressions and food terms such as “alamak”, “nasi lemak” and “tapau”
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Malaysians Celebrate Thaipusam at Batu Caves with Devotion and Rituals 0
- Culture
- 02/11/2025
Thousands of Hindus Take Part in Rituals of Penitence and Prayer, Honouring Lord Murugan On February 11, Malaysia’s Hindu community gathered in vast numbers at temples across the country to observe Thaipusam, a significant religious festival. Devotees, particularly from Tamil Hindu backgrounds, participated in intense rituals of devotion, including body piercings with hooks and skewers
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Trichy’s Connection to Singapore: A Legacy of Migration and Opportunities 0
- Culture
- 02/07/2025
From Tamil Nadu to Singapore, the ongoing journey of Trichy residents seeking better prospects. In the Indian city of Trichy, a laminated photograph of Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore’s founding father, can be found hanging in a home. This image represents a deep and longstanding bond between the two places that began in the early 19th
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How Young People Can Contribute to the Preservation of Historic Buildings 0
- Culture
- 02/05/2025
Join the Discussion at The Foundry for ST Podcasts Live! in Singapore On February 12, the former Elections Department (ELD) building in Prinsep Link will host an engaging conversation about the role young people can play in preserving and revitalising historic buildings. This dialogue will launch the first of the ST Podcasts Live! events for
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Food and Hotel Asia 2022 Returns to Singapore with Exciting New Features 0
- Culture
- 10/31/2024
Asia’s Largest B2B Trade Show Set to Showcase Over 2,000 Exhibitors and Address Emerging Trends in Food and Beverage
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Kitchen Culture Holdings Announces New Extraordinary General Meeting Date 0
- Culture
- 11/03/2022
Shareholders Seek Board Reshuffle at November 25th EGM
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