Jeffrey Lee’s extraordinary museum of plush toys and military memorabilia

Step into Jeffrey Lee’s 10,000 sq ft office-slash-warehouse-slash-personal museum in Kwai Chung, and the first problem is purely logistical: where do you look first? The place has the bones of a warehouse – grey carpet, metal racks, long corridors – but it’s lit like a slightly feverish ballroom. The light hits glass, plastic and brass; … Read more

East Timor triggers Asean first, accuses Myanmar of war crimes

Myanmar ’s military government ordered East Timor ’s senior diplomat to leave the country after judicial authorities from the fellow Southeast Asian country accepted a criminal complaint against Myanmar’s armed forces, state media said on Monday. The move sharply escalates tensions between the two countries and is a rare step between members of the Association … Read more

Envoy urges ‘shared prosperity’ in China-Asean ties amid growing protectionism

Economic cooperation between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is set to deepen despite bloc members advancing trade deals with the United States, Beijing’s ambassador to Asean has said. At a forum in Indonesia’s Jakarta on Tuesday, Wang Qing urged both sides to remain committed to shared economic success and to oppose external … Read more

Style by SCMP turns 20 – we look back at our archive of covers

Style by SCMP turns 20 this year. In celebration of this momentous milestone, our special anniversary issue hitting news-stands this Friday, February 13, features many bright talents who have helped make Hong Kong – and the wider Asia region – a creative powerhouse over the past two decades. That includes pre-eminent tastemakers like designer Barney … Read more

From consumer to producer: South-east Asians turn their anime obsession into big business

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 — Anime is no longer just a niche hobby in South-east Asia — it has grown into a cultural and economic powerhouse. Across the region, streaming platforms and social media have turned teenage fans into a generation of lifelong enthusiasts and consumers, South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported. “Anime has some … Read more

Philippines’ Cebu residents cry foul over mounting garbage, health risks

A deadly garbage avalanche in central Philippines last week, which killed 19 and led to more than 20 missing, has prompted outrage from civic and green groups over poor enforcement of environmental laws for contributing to the disaster. On January 8, a mountain of debris collapsed at a 15-hectare landfill in the village of Binaliw, … Read more

China COVID Surge: Latest Update

Archyde: Latest World News, Economy, Entertainment, Health, Technology & Sports Updates Navigating the future of COVID-19: Trends, Variants, and Preparedness The landscape of COVID-19 continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for future preparedness. Understanding the latest trends, emerging variants, and proactive preventative strategies remains crucial for safeguarding public health. This article explores the … Read more

Why the science behind Kim Kardashian’s ‘vampire facial’ remains popular – from platelet-rich plasma therapy to extracting stem cells after liposuction to be used in regenerative treatments

Skin changes are part of life, but who says your skin can’t stay as fresh and vibrant as you feel? An exciting approach to skincare revolves around tapping into the body’s own powers to regenerate. The secret? Biological materials – your own blood, fat and stem cells – turned into powerful, bespoke skincare solutions that … Read more

Xi-Putin Summit: Mutual Trust Mission in Russia

Archyde Xi Jinping’s Moscow Visit: Decoding the Geopolitical Implications Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow in May marks a pivotal moment in global geopolitics. As China seeks to bolster its stance against U.S. tariffs and amidst fluctuating U.S.-Russia relations, this visit underscores a deepening strategic alignment between China and Russia. This analysis delves into the possible … Read more