Faces of Central Asia
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At the crossroads of China, the Middle East and the former Soviet Empire, Central Asia remains one of the most rugged and adventurous regions of Asia. Besides b...
Past lives
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We leaves, thinking we don't want to return.When we finally do, we wish we'd never left. Moving to the city almost a decade ago, I thought I could always find m...
The nomadic experience
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Mongolia has proven itself to be one of the most challenging countries to travel in – the long hours of driving on bumpy tracks are a sure test for your b...
George Town festival 2013
The George Town Festival, which ran from June to July this year, thrilled locals and tourists alike. Here's a recap of the vibrant cultural extravaganza.
While the women meet, the men cook
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Women empowerment is a term many people take for granted. It’s like buying an organic food product; you won’t necessarily taste the difference compa...
The Kim Giak Low Choon Teochew Opera Troupe
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It all began when Goh Hooi Ling (also known as Ling Goh) represented Penang at the International Teochew Festival in China in 2008. Being a third generation tra...
The Rest of Sabah
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Over the last few weeks, Sabah demanded the attention, thoughts and prayers of Malaysians as a small group of Suluks’ claim to the northern Borneo state o...
Jalan-Jalan Cari Datuk: Interpretations
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To “jalan-jalan cari Datuk” is admittedly my favourite way to explore Malaysia. Unexpected Datuk stories can be found around corners, down lanes and...
To The Streets
Excitement and anxiety were in the air on April 28, as thousands clad in yellow (and a smattering of green) marched and staged the third Bersih protest rally to...
Through the Fog
PM contributing photographer Ernest Zacharevic was recently laid low by a case of Dengue fever. This inspired him to capture the eerie aftermath of fogging, a f...
When Night Falls...
George Town’s nocturnal serenity is captured by Mark Hall who spent a year photographing the city’s heritage by streetlight. Shadows and light cast a magical sp...
George Town Festival 2011
The George Town Festival returned for a second year and was bigger than ever. The month-long festival, held in July, celebrates the city’s listing as a Unesco W...