Beijing on Monday banned written exams for six- and seven-year-olds, part of sweeping education reforms aimed at relieving pressure on students and parents in China’s hyper-competitive school system. China’s exam-driven system previously required students to take exams starting in the first year, culminating in the dreaded 18-year-old college entrance exam …
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Indian cuisine is reinvented in the world of Firangi Superstar
Stepping into Firangi Superstar is akin to stepping into the set of a Wes Anderson movie. Only now you are the protagonist, and it is not the Darjeeling Limited. What it is, however, is a script that unravels the story of an alien’s journey through the multifaceted and colorful nation. …
Read More »Bakery Cuisine One Raffles Place offers old-fashioned cream cheese waffles for $ 2.20
Cream Cheese Waffles at Raffles Place Bakery Kitchen MRT Station Old-fashioned waffles started out as the basic after-school snack for many of us, and have since continued into adulthood as a midday snack. While we’re more familiar with those offered by Prima Deli, other bakeries have their own take on …
Read More »Top 10 attractions to visit in Thailand according to locals
TThailand, as we all know, has a variety of attractions including mountains, oceans, and waterfalls. Plus, it offers unique culture and arts that more people should experience. If you’re looking for inspiration on where to go and what to do on your next vacation, check out our list of the …
Read More »Even in the rarefied world of French cuisine, you must Inst
Jean Imbert (left) and former Miss France Alexandra Rosenfeld Photo: AFP It was a shock wave in the world of French cuisine. Jean Imbert, best known for winning a reality TV show and dating stars, has replaced the world’s most decorated chef, Alain Ducasse, at one of Paris’ top restaurants. …
Read More »U.S. tourists return to Niagara region tourist attractions as border reopens
NIAGARA FALLS, ONT. – American tourists returned to the Niagara region on Monday for the first time in over a year, eager to see the thundering falls, enjoy area attractions and explore the nearby wine country. They have been well received by local businesses that rely heavily on tourism and …
Read More »The 6 Marvel Attractions Every Fan MUST experience
While Disney World is somewhat lacking in wonder department, if you consider other Disney parks, such as Disneyland Resort California, Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland, then things start to feel as epic as the MCU franchise. But until you know how to travel around the planet …
Read More »Malaysia’s prolonged lockdown puts eco-tourism attractions in dire straits
The current movement control order (MCO) 3.0 in Malaysia, applied since June 1, has put ecotourism operators in distress as their main source of income, the collection of entrance fees, continues to grow. be disrupted by prolonged closures. Most dig in their own chests for maintenance. With the closure of …
Read More »In the media first, the Hong Kong media Initium leaves the city for Singapore
Hong Kong digital media Initium is leaving the city for Singapore, making it the first SAR media organization to locate abroad since the enactment of the controversial National Security Act. The Initium home page. Photo: Selina Cheng. Susie Wu, editor-in-chief of Initium, announced the six-year publication’s move on Tuesday in …
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