Though the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) briefly resuscitated trade, the Ming Dynasty eventually lost its grip on the region and sealed the Jiayu Pass in the 16th century, cutting off the last lifeline of ...

Now, gold lovers can feast their eyes on more gold objects at the ongoing Radiance: Ancient Gold Ornaments from the ...

The final chapter presents the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) technical treatise The Record of Lacquer Decoration, written by Huang ...

Tombs scattered across China, built between the 4,000-year old Xia Dynasty and the modern era, reflect the political and ...

Ng Yi-Sheng talks about Singapore’s myths, queer history, and how speculative fiction helps redefine identity and belonging.

In Guangzhou's downtown area, a new cruise ship named Quanyunhao, or "National Games", officially began its maiden voyage ...

If you’ve ever wondered which vintage dishes collectors are after, the answer lies in rarity, craftsmanship, and historical ...

October 31 marks the birth anniversary of the great Chinese philosopher Wang Yangming (1472-1529). On October 30, the 2025 ...

Set out on a journey across the globe to witness the world's most famous landmarks, from Angkor Wat to the Eiffel Tower.

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won the 2025 Nobel economics prize on Monday for their work on how innovation and the forces of "creative destruction" can drive ...