Tibetan Weaving Cooperative Preserves Ancient Craft Traditions
A Tibetan weaving cooperative in Shannan is reviving centuries-old textile traditions while providing employment for over 100 local residents, including people with disabilities.
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Estonia Maps Soviet-Era Art Legacy as Nation Grapples with Occupation History
Estonia is systematically documenting Soviet-era artworks across the country, balancing the need to confront its occupation past with recognition of Estonian artistic contributions during the communist period.
Elevating Malay Language Status Requires Collective National Effort - Expert
A law professor and DBP board member has called for a comprehensive national strategy to strengthen the Malay language, emphasising the need for quality usage and technological adaptation amid growing linguistic challenges.
Sabah NGO Leader Contests MACC Allegations Over RM2m Rungus Cultural Project
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has entered a not guilty plea in relation to corruption allegations tied to a RM2 million cultural heritage initiative, signalling the beginning of contested legal proceedings.
Kota Belud Tamu UNESCO Nomination Demands Rigorous Study and Documentation
Sabah officials have cautioned that nominating the Kota Belud Tamu as a UNESCO World Heritage Site will require substantial research, comprehensive documentation, and rigorous assessment before proceeding.
Guardians of Heritage: Preserving North Borneo's Stamp Legacy for Future Generations
Conservation efforts for North Borneo stamps over 100 years old are becoming critical as interest in philately wanes among younger Malaysians, threatening to erase important historical records of Sabah's past.
Kelantan Blacksmith's Collection Stands as Monument to Fading Craft Heritage
A Kelantan collector is preserving the dying art of traditional blacksmithing through his extensive weapon collection, warning that crucial knowledge vanishes when master craftsmen pass without passing on their skills to successors.
Perak Museum Unveils Rare Malay Metal Heritage in 'Magic and Metal' Exhibition
The Perak Museum in Taiping is displaying 140 historically significant metal artefacts in an exhibition exploring the mystical and cultural importance of metal within Malay society, aiming to attract 100,000 visitors.