Category Archives: South & Southeast Asia

How Good Are Your English Translations? Hilarious English Signs Around the World

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Junying Kirk

During all our travels in different countries, we  have come across some very interesting signs for English speakers, translated by bilinguals, not Google translator, presumably – sometimes they are so inaccurate but at the same time hilariously funny that they … Continue reading →

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Awesome Vietnamese Sand Art Introduced in Birmingham

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Blogger

by Luu Hoang Phuong Last Saturday on the 7th July 2012, I ran an event ‘Pure Art’ for my MA by Practice at Birmingham City University took place at Second City Suite, Birmingham. The event has attracted over 70 participants … Continue reading →

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An Asian Lady in a Foreign Land

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Blogger

By Eden Baylee Junying has graciously given me space on her blog to talk about my latest book, Spring into Summer — a book of four erotic novellas. I’m thrilled to be on her site for several reasons. Firstly, like me, … Continue reading →

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Malaysian Marvels – Kuala Lumpur & Langkawi

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Junying Kirk

What comes to your mind when you think of Malaysia, this tropical country situated in South East Asia? If you have never been, you might have seen The Petronas Twin Towers from the film Entrapment starring your screen idol Sean … Continue reading →

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In My Heart [Mom]

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Blogger

by Josephine Litonjua A mother’s love is a kind of love that transcends space and time. But that was according to others who have felt their mother’s love, unlike me but then sometimes when I fall into slumber, I dream about … Continue reading →

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Palawan’s Feasts: Fit for the gods

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Blogger

by Josephine Litonjua If there was one thing that would beat the view and the beautiful beaches of Palawan, it would be the food—seafood in particular. Being a seafood lover, Palawan certainly has become heaven for me. Beautiful bodies of water … Continue reading →

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