“The Rock”, the biggest white diamond ever auctioned, sold for 21.7 million Swiss francs (US$21.9 million) on Wednesday, far short of the record for such a jewel.

Walt Disney Co's streaming TV business will face scrutiny on Wednesday from investors who are re-evaluating the media industry's aggressive shift from cable television to online video subscriptions.

Illegal cigarettes have lost Indonesia trillions, straining the effort of controlling cigarette consumption.

Daisy, a 12-year-old Lab, is among the many pets joining their owners returning to Canadian offices after working from home through the pandemic.

It is an open secret among Indonesian employers that many people will resign and seek new jobs just before Idul Fitri. But why? A combination of lax labor laws, precarious working conditions and a sense of malaise.

According to Muyedobotongji, a martial arts manual from ancient Korea: the Chinese have perfected their spears, the Koreans their bows and arrows and the Japanese their swords. Little did many know, however, that bows and arrows were the primary weapons of the samurai.

Gucci's high-end handbags and other luxury products could now be bought using cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, in some United States stores, the Italian company said, as digital currencies move toward broader acceptance.

Harsh spotlights and street lamps illuminate a vicious brawl between two furious, shirtless men as the screams of a crowd echo beneath a Bangkok underpass: Fight Club Thailand is on.

Online dating services have emerged over the past decade to become a common way to meet potential partners. Those who rely on these services to find love share their stories

Lebaran, also called Idul Fitri, is just around the corner. Have you already picked out your outfit to celebrate the feast day?

Street lamps illuminate a vicious brawl between two shirtless men as the screams of a crowd echo beneath a Bangkok underpass: Fight Club Thailand is on.

Not sure what to wear this Lebaran? Take inspiration from these 20 brands that have introduced their Raya collections, a special collection to celebrate Idul Fitri. 

Seminyak spots for all types of holiday goers - it is time to hit the area's trendiest beach joints.

Writers facing deadlines head to Tokyo's Manuscript Writing Cafe with the understanding that they can't leave until their work is done. Oh, and there's prodding thrown in to make sure they buckle down and finish.

Rio de Janeiro's carnival exploded back to life with the first famed samba school parades since Covid-19 started devastating Brazil.

For many people in many countries, living in a penthouse is the dream. In North Korea? Not so much. 

For the men held at the medium-security jail in County Roscommon, Ireland, horses provide an opportunity to learn practical skills -- and develop more compassion through their work.

Using a craft gun to shoot yarn through a fabric screen, Nora Peng puts the finishing touches on a rug in the shape of a corgi's bottom -- the perfect stress-relieving hobby.

A growing number of organizations led by young Indonesians are taking tobacco companies to task. But it has not been an easy fight. 

Designer Ayu Dyah Andari dedicated over a decade to the fashion industry before finally making it big with her debut solo show.

Passers-by began sneaking pictures on their mobiles merely minutes after Mesfer emerged from his white luxury car onto the cobbled sidewalks of a high-end cafe district in Riyadh, his stylist and photographer in tow.

The country’s many thrift stores and centers means ‘cheaper’ is always an option. Now, modern versions are popping up online. 

Archery enthusiasts bring to life voices from the past, from the distant land of Ming dynasty China.

After revelations that the Brazilian military had bought Viagra pills for its troops, a lawmaker claimed Tuesday it had also acquired 60 penile implants.

Proudly donning majestic feathered headdresses, models sing an ode to the rain while a makeup artist draws geometric patterns on their faces, arms and thighs in preparation for Brazil's first ever indigenous fashion show.

Breakfast and coffee – kopitiam (coffee shops) have become hangout joints, but their historical context in Indonesia is far deeper.

Three best friends built a brand upon their mutual love for minimalist resort and casual wear. In an industry where things are constantly evolving, Wearstatuquo maintains its own status quo.

Cigarette ads target young Indonesians with youthful imageries and slogans, as proper advertising law remains inadequately enforced.

With the quarantine easing, Ramadan and Idul Fitri at home with family has become a reality.

Incorporating Indonesian heritage with eclectic designs, The Orient offers a relaxing staycation in the city.