Culture

What's in a song? The story behind the music playing at World Cup stadiums

Russian cultural centre closes in Moldova after government order

Vancouver sunset pickup players hope to build on World Cup legacy

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Sunset Beach FC holds a street football match - Sunset Beach, Vancouver, Canada - June 22, 2026 A player participates in the community run weekly street football held at a asphalt hockey rink REUTERS/Lee Smith/File Photo

BookStreet fair in Malaysia a happy hunting ground for rare books and printed paraphernalia

Tajuddin, a vintage bookseller and heritage guide, has turned his love of books and history into a life’s work.

Do not open until 2276: US burying time capsule to mark July 4

The 400kg stainless steel cylinder will go into the ground on July 4 and is not supposed to be opened for another 250 years, in 2276.

Letter From Beijing

Why a visit to China’s trendy bathhouse gives more value than a hotel stay

The writer spent a day at Shui Guo in Beijing in June, lounging on beanbags while working on her laptop.

Raptors give coach Darko Rajakovic multi-year extension

Apr 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic gestures as he directs his players against the Sacramento Kings in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

MASA showcases Indonesia’s creative scene with Takashimaya fair and Gardens by the Bay exhibition

MASA has brought over 80 Indonesia brands and creators to Singapore.

Osaka brings the style again to beat Gasanova in Wimbledon second round

Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - July 1, 2026 Japan's Naomi Osaka walks to the court ahead of her second round match against Russia's Anastasia Gasanova REUTERS/Jaimi Joy

Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia opens new show dedicated to Palestinian embroidery

The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia’s newly opened exhibition, Tatreez: Reclaiming Palestine Through Embroidery, looks at an age-old Palestinian craft.

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