It was widely practised until European colonisers introduced modern weaponry, making traditional martial arts less relevant. In 1804, British colonial rulers banned Kalaripayattu, causing its decline.

An all-female kung fu group in China that blends traditional martial art skills with modern dance has blown up on social media, gaining over a million followers on Douyin, China's version of ...

Traditional martial arts were once viewed as a vital tool for national pride and self-improvement. In a century marked by turmoil and external threats, figures like Yang Luchan, the founder of ...

Is traditional martial arts effective? This question generates varied opinions and impassioned debates among enthusiasts and practitioners. While proponents argue for its cultural significance and ...

Blending martial arts with hip hop dancing, 10-year-old Song Haoming and 12-year-old Fu Junxi made it into Juste Debout’s 2025 semi-finals, setting a record for Chinese participants in the hip hop ...

She has recently captivated the internet with her viral videos showcasing her mastery of the particular martial art, earning her the nickname. Xu developed a deep passion for traditional Chinese ...

There is chatting, and there is mint tea. But at the centre, a circle of women are gathering together to learn the traditional Palestinian art of tatreez. The craft, which dates back centuries ...

Unitree Robotics just introduced its G1 humanoid robot, and it’s flexing its martial arts skills. A new video showcases the robot executing high kicks, fluid stances, and precision strikes. Designed ...

A Maharashtraian traditional martial art employing sticks, swords and agile footwork, it was employed by Maratha soldiers. Its demonstrations, live training sessions, and shows are held at Mumbai's ...

Listen to Story Singer Hanumankind's new track Run It Up features Indian culture prominently We spotted seven traditional Indian folk references It features martial arts like Kalaripayattu and ...

Yoon was arrested and indicted in January over the December 3 martial law decree that plunged the country into political turmoil. The opposition-controlled parliament separately voted to impeach ...

In 2019, he began working as a guide on North Korean expeditions for a company based in Beijing called Koryo Tours ... by a Taekwondo martial arts demonstration and a traditional Korean ...