People often get confused by so many household rules when they visit their Asian friends, especially those friends who originated from Southeast Asia. One of the most famous things about Asian people is how strict they are to their family … Continue reading Asian Household Rules: A History Behind These Interesting Traditions
Since the dawn of civilization, humans have developed numerous ways to successfully express emotions, convey messages, pass on knowledge, increase aesthetic appeal, entertain themselves and carry on traditions with the help of their creative abilities. One of the most clever … Continue reading Wayang: Traditional Shadow Puppet Theatre From Ancient Indonesia
Chinese and Indian cultures have heavily influenced the cultures of Southeast Asia and have fused really well with indigenous traditions and cultures introduced by other foreign powers to the region. This amalgamation of cultures is what creates the distinct cultures … Continue reading Anthropology: Evidence of Cultural Amalgamation in Southeast Asia
A hidden gem somewhere in Southeast Asia is the island of Langkawi. The island offers a chance for the ultimate escape from the country’s frenetic cities. You can trek into the rainforest for wildlife-watching. Or just experience spells of relaxing … Continue reading Travel Guide: Langkawi is the Oldest Island in Malaysia
The protection of biodiversity and, therefore, of endangered species is an issue to which I attach a great deal of importance. Albert II, Prince of Monaco The words that need to be inculcated by everyone residing on Earth to sustain … Continue reading Most Threatened Biodiversity Hotspots in the World
Drug abuse is always a huge social problem in China. Many historical, economic and geological reasons make China an important region for the anti-drug campaign and illegal drug trading. Thus, the Chinese anti-drug law and county anti-drug committees form a … Continue reading The History Behind Chinese “Harsh” Anti-Drug Campaign
Welcome back to the anthropology in fashion series, where we look at different traditional dresses from around the world. This week we explore the cultural clothing in Southeast Asia. Southeast Asia is the region that lies to the east of … Continue reading Anthropology in Fashion: Cultural Clothing in Southeast Asia
Young Buddhist Monks inside Buddhist temple Evolution of anthropology in Southwest Asia Anthropology has become an established field in Southwest Asia since the 20th century. There is a shift from anthropology from an American or European perspective … Continue reading Southeast Asia and Anthropology
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only brought human and economic losses to the world but, also an increase in several forms of discrimination against many ethnic groups. Ethnicities from the East Asian and South-East Asian (ESEA) community were those among … Continue reading Discrimination Against East Asians in the UK Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic