History
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0HistoryStreets & Stories: Behind Penang’s Road Names
Being on the road is special, but learning the story of the road itself can add a whole new dimension. Take a...
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0AirlineLooking Good at 77: A Brief History of Malaysia Airlines
The national carrier has navigated some extremely challenging years and now looks poised to enter a period of growth and profitability. As...
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0HistoryRobertson Quay: Navigating the Waters of Singapore’s History
One of three notable quays along the Singapore River, the largest and most upstream of these is Robertson Quay, a pocket of...
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0HistoryLegends of the Secret Tunnels of Malacca
In history-rich Malacca, stories of secret subterranean passageways have long been whispered. Historian Dennis De Witt takes a closer look with his...
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0HistoryBangsar’s History: The Expat Connection
Like parts of many cities and certainly parts of Kuala Lumpur, the urban enclave of Bangsar has its own fair share of...
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0HistoryHistoric Batavia in an Indonesian Context
Jakarta is known more for the size of its urban sprawl than for an abundance of amazing sights. However, things are changing...
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0HistorySarawak’s Brooke Dynasty: A Lasting Legacy
Malaysia’s largest state, Sarawak, holds a fascinating history of dynastic rule unlike anything else in the country. Sarawak’s history dates back to...
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0HistoryHashima: Japan’s Forsaken Ghost Island
Abandoned nearly 50 years ago, Hashima Island is today easily one of Asia’s creepiest sites – but that didn’t stop Japan from...
