In the past, Melanau villagers wore the "terendak" to protect themselves from the sun and rain while farming and fishing. Nowadays, it has found a new purpose as ­souvenirs and decorative items while ...

This winter, shawls are getting a modern upgrade, blending cultural roots with modern design. With new fabrics, vibrant prints, and fresh styles, they’re still as essential as ever, with a whole new v ...

A Moroccan fashion designer has made it her mission to modernise the traditional caftan. The garment recently made it onto the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The vast majority of World Health Organization (WHO) member States say 40 to 90 per cent of their populations now use traditional medicine. That’s according to Shyama Kuruvilla, director of WHO’s ...