Heritage

10 heritage landmarks in Penang to undergo restoration, upgrading

The 124-year-old Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower is among the 10 heritage buildings in Penang slated for restoration and upgrading.

India’s historic haveli homes caught between revival and ruin

Haveli homes in the Indian capital are at a fragile crossroads – a handful restored but many more sliding quietly into ruin.

Malaysia ex-PM Mahathir tours refurbished heritage building in KL on eve of Hari Raya

Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his wife Siti Hasmah visited the newly refurbished heritage building Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad on March 20.

Cambodia unveils ancient Shiva statue restored from 10,000 pieces

Cambodian experts in cooperation with the French School of the Far East spent five years restoring the Dancing Shiva, unveiled on March 18.

Chinese puppeteer, traditional Indian dancer among first recipients of cultural heritage award for youth

***Embargoed until 18 March 2026 after Minister David Neo announces the winners at the award ceremony***

Mr Adrian Ong Sin Yong, a practitioner of Chinese puppetry, is a recipient of the Outstanding Youth in Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Award, photographed on March 10, 2026.

Forum: Sentosa revamp enhances special features while creating new experiences

New community-driven exhibits and programmes celebrate Punggol’s heritage

Ms Esther Siah’s dioramas are among a series of exhibits showcasing Punggol’s heritage.

Illegal teardown in Penang heritage enclave sparks outrage

An aerial view showing pre-war houses demolished at Lebuh China in George Town, Penang, leaving only skeletal structures behind.

UNESCO fears for fate of historical sites during Iran war

FILE PHOTO: Debris at the historical monument Golestan Palace after it was damaged in an Israeli and U.S. strike, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 3, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS/File Photo

Heritage food with a modern touch: How two food families in Singapore are drawing new customers

Yap Wei Jie (right), 48 and Yap Hsiao Cheng, 43 who are running Tanjong Rhu Pau.

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