UPM's rapid rebuttal to criticisms of its Malay maritime history paper, amidst concerns of factual accuracy and pay-to-publish practices, raises questions about the university's research integrity.German President Steinmeier visits Hanoi's Temple of Literature, exploring its historical and cultural essence as part of strengthening Vietnam-Germany relations.Charles Higham explores Zhou Daguan's 1296 account of Angkor, revealing daily life and royal ceremonies, enhanced by modern research and LiDAR insights into the ancient city's layout.APSARA archaeologists are restoring an ancient pond at Cambodia's Bayon Temple, studying its original structure and history as part of Angkor Archaeological Park's conservation efforts.Ancient Kabayan "fire" mummies in Luzon, Philippines, face risk from environmental changes. Researchers use modern technology to study and preserve these Ibaloi ancestral remains.UPM scholars face allegations of distorting Malay maritime history, with their academic integrity and journal credibility questioned.Hanoi welcomes eight new national treasures, including artifacts from the Thang Long Citadel and a historic Dong Son bronze drum.Exploring Southern Vietnam's culinary history through cá kho tộ, linking modern and ancient cooking practices in earthenware pots.The APSARA National Authority and the Khmer Cultural Heritage Organization launched a heritage education program at Wat Lolie Primary School, Siem Reap, to teach children about preserving their local history and the significance of ancient temples like Angkor Wat.The article emphasizes Vietnam's centuries-old sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel Islands), supported by historical records, maps, and international law, despite China's 1974 occupation.Paper by Perston et al. on a basic list of translations for the most common archaeological terms in the two languages that are currently most frequently used for research, publications, and fieldwork relating to Indonesian research: English and Indonesian.Readers based in formerly colonized countries with collections in the Netherlands may be interested in this fellowship for (lost) collections or objects. Closing date is 18 March 2024.APSARA builds a bicycle bridge near Takeo Temple, part of 23km of bike paths in Angkor, promoting eco-friendly tourism and temple conservation.Siem Reap Governor enforces building ban in Angkor area; ANA denies total construction restriction amidst local protests.Chuan Dong site in China reveals 55,000-year-old human artifacts, including stone tools and burials, marking a significant prehistoric find.Cambodia's National Museum to expand with French aid, focusing on a detailed display of cultural artifacts in an enhanced setting.Fodongdi Cave, China reveals diverse Pleistocene tool-making techniques adapting to climatic changes between 18.37-13.85 cal ka BP.Puy Du Fou's 'Immersive Angkor' 3D museum in Cambodia set to revolutionize cultural tourism with lifelike 3D depictions of ancient Angkor temples.New study reveals Halin in Myanmar as a key site from the 3rd millennium BC to 2nd millennium AD, potentially the oldest Neolithic site in Southeast Asia.Siem Reap's Preah Norodom Sihanouk-Angkor Museum exhibits 6,956 ancient semi-precious stones, unveiling Cambodia's rich cultural heritage.Sioco et al. presents their study of discrimination and experiences encountered by women and LGBTQIA+ individuals in the context of Philippine archaeology.Luang Prabang, a UNESCO site famed for its Lao-French charm, risks losing its status amid development and over-tourism concerns.Myanmar’s Mrauk-U, a historic site, suffers artillery attacks by junta forces, endangering its palace mound and cultural heritage.Discover Taiwan's Wanshan Petroglyphs: ancient rock carvings in Kaohsiung's mountains, revealing a rich prehistoric cultural legacy.
RIP to our friend and colleague Prof. Elizabeth Moore, who passed away on Saturday at 75.