Sarwendah’s Quiet Chinese New Year: Grief, Family, and Tradition Amidst Loss Jakarta, Indonesia – This year’s Chinese New Year celebrations were markedly different for Sarwendah Tan, a prominent Indonesian singer and television personality. Following the recent passing of her father, Sarwendah opted for a subdued observance, foregoing traditional festivities like lion dances and the customary … Read more
Auckland’s Victoria Roebuck, founder of Baby Buck Baking, isn’t just selling cake; she’s tapped into a very specific cultural craving: nostalgia, indulgence, and a hefty dose of internet-fueled hype. The $36.50 price tag for a 750g slice – a deliberate echo of Roald Dahl’s Matilda and the infamous Bruce Bogtrotter chocolate cake scene – isn’t … Read more
The enduring mystery of female friendships, and the often-unspoken rules governing them, are on full display in a recent advice column. It’s a scenario playing out in countless lives, but one that resonates particularly strongly in our current cultural moment, where narratives around “boundaries” and “self-care” often overshadow the messiness of long-term connection. The case … Read more