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The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
Small stall, bold flavours
The humble Lai Jie Noodle House stall is located along Jalan Burung Tiong in Taman Bukit Maluri, KL. TUCKED away in a corner in Taman Bukit Maluri, Kuala Lumpur, the modest stall that is Lai Jie Noodle House is easy to miss unless you know where to look. This humble spot serves up a variety of hearty noodle dishes that capture the essence of Malaysian comfort food. Customers can expect the likes of pan mee, loh mee, pork noodles, wantan noodles and curry noodles alongside a selection of stir-fried options such as Hokkien mee and Singapore-style meehoon. Run by Low Bee Li and her husband since 2004, the stall is named after the 60-year-old founder herself, in the Cantonese pronunciation. Low and her husband Lee Yat Cheong, 66, have been dishing up bowls of noodles for breakfast and early lunch for over two decades. Their stall is especially popular among morning market traders and regulars from a nearby wet market. 'Some of my regulars' favourites are the curry noodles, Hokkien mee, and fried mee xian,' said Low. 'We open as early as 5.30am, and the peak crowd is usually in the morning when people fill up their bellies before heading off to the market or nearby shops.' She keeps busy with taking orders and serving, while Lee mans the wok. Having picked up the trade in his teens, Lee brings decades of experience to each dish. His cooking does not fall short in delivering the most essential element in Chinese-style noodles – wok hei (breath of the wok). I have tried the Hokkien mee, and it is a clear standout. Hokkien mee comes with pork slices, vegetables and lard. Fried in a dark, sticky soy-based sauce, the smoky, umami-laden noodles come with a generous portion of crispy pork lard that adds texture and depth. The richness of the dish is further complemented by tender pork slices and leafy greens, making it a delightful plate through and through. Equally deserving of praise are their wantan noodles. The noodles are springy and firm, tossed in a balanced soy-based sauce and topped with slices of char siew (barbecued pork). The wantan noodles are topped with a serving of 'char siew'. The dish is served with several plump wantan dumplings, offering that comforting accompaniment one expects from a local favourite. The curry noodles are clearly one of their best-sellers, as they were already sold out when I last visited at noon. A return visit is certainly warranted. Hopefully next time, I will be early enough to get my hands on a bowl. Lai Jie Noodle House opens daily from 5.30am to 12.30pm, or until sold out. It is located along the row of stalls in Jalan Burung Tiong, Taman Bukit Maluri. Be warned that looking for a parking spot here can be tricky.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- General
- Straits Times
Australian museum removes display wrongly labelling Chinese clothing as ‘Korean traditional attire'
Professor Seo Kyung-duk at Sungshin Women's University shared the news of the display's removal on his Instagram on May 29. PHOTOS: SEOKYOUNGDUK/INSTAGRAM SEOUL - The Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia, has removed a display that mistakenly labelled Chinese-style clothing as 'Korean traditional attire' following complaints from the Korean community in Australia. Professor Seo Kyung-duk, who teaches liberal arts at Sungshin Women's University and a prominent advocate for promoting Korean culture abroad, shared this news of the display's removal on his Instagram on May 29. 'I heard about this from a lot of Koreans in Australia. It's such a great outcome,' Prof Seo wrote. He explained that after concerns were raised, the museum acknowledged the mistake and corrected the label to indicate that the clothing was Chinese-style. The final removal of the display, he said, was the result of collective action by the Korean community in Canberra. Prof Seo also underscored the significance of the display's removal. 'Even if the label is corrected, placing Chinese-style clothing in front of the Korean flag is bound to cause misunderstandings among foreign visitors,' he said. 'Given that China has recently been making false claims that hanbok originated from its own culture, this decision was very much welcomed.' THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- General
- Korea Herald
Australian museum removes display wrongly labeling Chinese clothing as ‘Korean traditional attire'
The Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia, has removed a display that mistakenly labeled Chinese-style clothing as 'Korean traditional attire' following complaints from the Korean community in Australia. Seo Kyung-duk, a professor of liberal arts at Sungshin Women's University and a prominent advocate for promoting Korean culture abroad, shared this news of the display's removal on his Instagram on Thursday. "I heard about this from a lot of Koreans in Australia. It's such a great outcome," Seo wrote. He explained that after concerns were raised, the museum acknowledged the mistake and corrected the label to indicate that the clothing was Chinese-style. The final removal of the display, he said, was the result of collective action by the Korean community in Canberra. Seo also underscored the significance of the display's removal. 'Even if the label is corrected, placing Chinese-style clothing in front of the Korean flag is bound to cause misunderstandings among foreign visitors,' he said. 'Given that China has recently been making false claims that hanbok originated from its own culture, this decision was very much welcomed.'
Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Chinese name for ancient Korean kingdom at Japanese museum draws backlash
Ancient kingdom Balhae's capital Sanggyeong labeled as 'Bohai Shangjing' at Japan's Osaka Museum of History Japan's Osaka Museum of History has come under fire for using a Chinese-style term for the ancient Korean kingdom of Balhae. According to civic activist Seo Kyoung-duk on Friday, the Japanese museum labeled Balhae and its capital, Sanggyeong, as 'Bohai' and 'Shangjing,' respectively, in its exhibits featuring photographs of historical sites in key neighboring regions around ancient Osaka. These English terms are often used by China to argue that Balhae was a regional regime founded by the Mohe people, an ethnic group that lived in the northern Korean Penninsula and northeastern Manchuria around the sixth century and which is claimed by China as one of its many ethnic groups. In Korean history, Balhae was the successor state to the ancient Goguryeo Kingdom (37 BC–668 AD). Founded in 698 by Dae Jo-yeong, a former Goguryeo general, the ancient kingdom was known for its active maritime trade with neighboring states, including China's Tang Dynasty, Japan and the Silla Kingdom. In an email to the museum, Seo urged officials to revise the terminology, stating, 'A history museum has a duty to present accurate history to visitors from around the world.' 'China's historical distortion is getting worse. Its artificial intelligence model DeepSeek has even claimed that Goguryeo and Balhae are part of Chinese history,' he added. "Inaccurate portrayals of history overseas could be used to legitimize these false claims and must be corrected." Under the 'Northeast Project,' the Chinese government has advanced initiatives to reframe the historical and cultural heritage of neighboring areas -- historically associated with China -- as part of its own history. Earlier in February, DeepSeek, a generative AI model developed in China, sparked controversy after responding to a question from Korea's National Intelligence Service -- 'To which country do Goguryeo and Balhae belong?' -- by claiming that both were key parts of China's ancient history. When asked where kimchi originates, DeepSeek responded, "It is a signature Korean food imbued with its culture and history," according to the spy agency. But when asked the same question in Chinese, it said, "The origin is not Korea, but China," and "It is related to Korea," when asked in English, the NIS said. Meanwhile, Chinese e-commerce platforms operating in Korea have also faced criticism for appearing to support the Northeast Project. When users search for kimchi on Temu, for example, the results include images of jars labeled with the Chinese term 'pao cai,' referring to Chinese-style pickled vegetables. 'The Northeast Project began when China saw Korean culture getting big worldwide after the 2000s and felt nervous that Korea might replace it as East Asia's cultural leader," said Seo, who is also a liberal arts professor at Sungshin Women's University.
The Star
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Marriage registration in China becomes easier, more romantic than ever
BEIJING: Since May 10, getting married in China is becoming a piece of cake. Wedding cake. Gone are the rules about documenting permanent household registration, or hukou. Gone are the rules requiring that marriages take place in the hukou city of one partner. Star-crossed lovers can now tie the knot anywhere they choose in China. And it's so much more romantic. They can register at the place where they first met, for example, or where they studied or started a business or pledged their everlasting love. They can even marry during travel to a city they've never visited before. All they need are their identification cards. They need only affirm that they're unmarried and not related to one another within three generations. Suo Xuheng, 26, of Wuhan, Hubei province, said he and his fiancee are happy about the new rules. They're planning to get married later in 2025. 'It's great to experience a policy that truly serves the people, bringing marriage registration back to the essence of love,' he said. 'For example, today I really wanted to register — my girlfriend and I can just bring our ID cards to the civil affairs bureau and get in line for our marriage certificate. There is no need to return to our hometowns or wait for family members to mail household registration documents.' Marriage is easy now that the old barriers of location and documentation are gone. Some cities have already begun to offer incentives to take advantage of the new rules — not only to fan the flames of love but to lure visitors and their money. Some cities have moved their marriage registry offices to parks, historic buildings or popular scenic spots. Some offer free tickets or discounts to tourist attractions. Some give souvenirs tied to local culture as gifts. In Nanjing, Jiangsu province, the registration office located next to Xuanwu Lake has been popular since its launch on May 9, said Mr Wang Yao, director of the marriage registration center of the civil affairs bureau of Xuanwu district. The office, with an area of 350 sq m, features functional zones — a marriage registration area, a Chinese-style certification section, space for ceremonies, an exhibition area covering wedding customs, spots for photography and even marriage counselling rooms. 'To accommodate the potential surge in marriage registrations, we will open early — at 8 am on May 20 and 21,' Wang said, noting that the numerical dates 5/20 and 5/21 sound like 'I love you' in Chinese. The office has received numerous inquiries and appointments in recent days, both from locals and non-locals. 'They wanted to confirm that marriage registration can indeed be processed without household registration books, that non-residents can register in Nanjing and what procedures are required,' Wang said. To provide extended convenience, a 100 sq m commercial space has been set up near the registration office. It offers brands of beverages and jewelry, as well as wedding services. A woman surnamed Zhu and her husband surnamed Ji registered for marriage on May 10 at the office. 'We dated several times at the Xuanwu Lake, so this place has a special meaning for us,' she said. 'I hope our future life can be as sweet and beautiful as the attraction.' Nanjing also offers marriage registrations at scenic spots including the Confucius Temple, Mochou Lake and Gulou Park. Couples registering at the temple's Xifu Hall can get a free Ming Dynasty-style wedding ceremony, as if they were actually living between 1368 and 1644. The ceremony has become all the buzz online. At the Qiandao Lake Scenic Area in Chun'an county of Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, couples can complete the entire marriage process of registration, certification and photography in one stop. To attract more couples, the county has introduced a series of preferential policies: Couples who register in Chun'an get year-round free admission to major scenic spots, such as Qiandao Lake and Longchuan Bay. Those registering on or after May 10 receive discounts at 17 dining and accommodation establishments, including high-end hotels, boutique homestays and trendy restaurants. 'Qiandao Lake boasts unparalleled landscapes,' said deputy director of Chun'an culture, radio, television, tourism and sports bureau Huang Yaqin. 'By relocating the marriage registration centre to the 5A scenic area, we aim to make the marriage certification process more than just stamping papers.' By creating premium travel routes and honeymoon packages, Qiandao Lake can serve as a witness to bliss. And this 'sweet economy' will serve as a new engine for local development, Huang said. Prof Wang Jinwei, of the School of Tourism Sciences of Beijing International Studies University, said that the new rules of marriage registration reflects improvement of public service and governance system of China, based on the background of population mobility. Prof Wang said by combining marriage registration with tourism, it can boost regional economy, complete the industrial chain, and stimulate consumption especially during off-peak season. 'Now young people pay attention to all processes of marriage, which begins with registration. They want to add a sense of ceremony and enjoy enhanced experiences spiritually, and the services many cities offer meet their demands,' he said - China Daily/ANN
