British Museum sacks member of staff over missing and stolen items
Reports say the majority of the items involved were small pieces kept in a storeroom and included gold jewellery, gems and semi-precious stones and glass dating from the 15th century BC to the 19th century AD.
Hong Kong Palace Museum aims to engage city’s youth with Chinese culture
Among the highlights at the museum, which comprises nine galleries, are paintings from the Tang and Song dynasties.
Sarawak welcomes Malaysia’s biggest museum and second largest in the region
The RM323 million Borneo Cultures Museum, located in the heart of Kuching, will house hundreds of historical artefacts.
History returning to an uncertain future in Afghanistan
Precious relics of Afghanistan’s ancient past are returning home as the nation confronts deepening uncertainty about its future.
Turkey’s economy plunges as tourists vanish after Hagia Sophia conversion
The loss of visitors could pose a threat to the Turkish economy, which depends on tourist dollars for around 30% of its annual income.
