Long queues formed at McDonald's outlets in Singapore on Oct. 8 for limited-edition merchandise tied to K-pop star G-Dragon, and one crowded outlet was seen with its shutters pulled down.

A Hà Nội cookery class is giving foreign visitors a hands-on introduction to Vietnamese food and culture. The experience starts at a local market, where they discover fresh ingredients before preparing everyday dishes and learning about traditional cooking techniques and the stories behind Vietnamese cuisine.

BUDGET 2027 | Borrowers earning RM2,501-RM3,000 will only be required to pay a minimum RM50 monthly.

Guests will have the chance to learn about Việt Nam, particularly the history of Gia Định, Sài Gòn and modern-day HCM City, through stories of local residents and places featured in the books.

BUDGET 2027 | Income, retirement savings, social protection measures unveiled.

BUDGET 2027 | PM also expands tax relief to include caregiving costs, pet adoption, among others.

Experts warn that up to one-third of Bangkok could face permanent inundation by 2050 if Thailand fails to undertake sweeping water management reforms.

BUDGET 2027 | The Road Transport Act will be amended to allow this.