Nearly a century after it first took root on Malaysia’s east coast, batik remains one of the country’s most recognisable cultural symbols – rich in heritage, colour and craft. Today, as the art form ...

Batik is not merely a fabric; it is the heartbeat of Malaysia’s heritage, artistry, and national pride. Every stroke, motif, and colour tells the story of a nation that is diverse, creative, and ...

Wax paper and parchment paper might look similar, but they serve very different purposes in the kitchen. Wax paper has a thin coating of wax on each side, which prevents food from sticking to it and ...

The author of The Employees goes back to 17th-century Denmark for an intensely poetic portrait of everyday sorcery and female solidarity On 26 June 1621, in Copenhagen, a woman was beheaded – which ...

Eric Suriyasena has spent decades transforming a centuries old craft into a contemporary art form. His creations, where intricate patterns meet modern silhouettes, reflect a deep respect for tradition ...

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about pushing the limits of wood finishing. Batik-inspired coloring meets turned cherry in a raw, creative experiment. Dick Van Dyke, 99, names the two things to avoid ...

Summer’s here—and with it comes bikini season. Before heading to the beach, you may be considering a trip to the wax studio. If you’re wondering, “What is a Brazilian wax?” then you’ve come to the ...