STORY: After reaching the top, hikers rested and prayed until sunset, when the sound of a cannon fired down in the town marks the end of fasting for the day and time to eat iftar.
During Ramadan, Muslims are expected to abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset for a whole month and spend time praying and studying Islamic scripture.
The tradition commemorates the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Mohammed, and will end this year on May 1.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob today said he hopes Malaysian youths will become more aware of the concept of parliamentary democracy and their roles as voters...
Mercury, the planet of communication, is currently in retrograde for the second time this year, from 10 May to 3 June 2022. From an astrological point of view, whenever a planet goes retrograde, consider it the universe’s way of nudging people into slowing down in the areas of life that the planet rules. The upcoming Mercury retrograde transit will be in full swing in the signs of Gemini and Taurus. With communication, technology and travel plans predisposed to failing during this time, it would
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Umno has approved amendments to the party constitution to allow internal polls to be delayed until six months after a general election in years these coincide, during the...
KOTA KINABALU, May 16 — United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) vice president Datuk Ewon Benedik is ready and willing to go up against Datuk Wilfred Madius Tangau for the party presidency....
Since its 2005 launch by former PayPal employees Chad Hurley, Steve Chen and Jawed Karim, millions all over the world are constantly watching, rewatching and sharing YouTube videos. The video site is currently a subsidiary of Google, which bought YouTube in 2006. The platform encourages people to connect and inspire others through big and small content creators and advertisers. More so, Youtube is leaving no stone unturned in improving its software with latest features and updates for the masses
South Park The Streaming Wars, a special event of the critically acclaimed animated series South Park (1997– ), is slated to premiere on 1 June, on Paramount+. The streaming platform shared a 15-second teaser of the special on 11 May, while announcing the release date. “In SOUTH PARK THE STREAMING WARS, Cartman locks horns with his mom in a battle of wills while an epic conflict unfolds that threatens South Park’s very existence,” reads the description provided by Paramount+. South Park The Stre
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah expressed his dismay today at a driver recorded blocking an ambulance that had its siren sounding and forced it to...
KUCHING, May 15 — The standard operating procedures (SoPs) for pubs and nightclubs during the transition to endemicity issued by the federal Ministry of Local Government and Housing is not...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today gave his support for both suggestions to rescue beleaguered oil-and-gas operator Sapura Energy Bhd put forward in a recent...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — Batu Kawan MP Kasthuri Patto has today called on the Finance Ministry to expedite immediate funding of RM13 million for Bukit Aman’s Sexual, Women and Children...
The Crawley family is back once again to take its eager viewers to another era of old-world charm in Downton Abbey: A New Era. Set in the 1930s, the story follows its impeccable cast as they go on a tour to the south of France to unravel a secret of one of the most prominent characters of the franchise. While the 2019 film Downton Abbey tied all loose ends from the six-season-long successful series, featuring 47 episodes and five Christmas specials, the sequel takes the story of the Crawley fami
Plan your trips in accordance with your stars. Spot your sun sign below in this lineup of suitable destinations for each zodiac sign. Since summer’s all set to knock on your doors, it’s time for you to turn your #VacayMode on and pack your bags for a little travel escape. But if you’re still undecided about which destination to choose, maybe all you need to do is follow the stars. After all, your stars have the ability to predict what’s ahead of you, and a future perspective on your travels migh
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi insisted today that his party’s proposed constitutional amendment is meant to stabilise it and prepare the current leadership...
One of the most pervasive wellness products today on the market is essential oils. While aromatherapy and fancy spas are the first things that come to mind, using essential oils for anxiety is a great way to treat stress. Essential oils are aromatic oils that are extracted from plants through distillation. These can be obtained from many different parts of a plant, including leaves, flowers, and roots. These oils work either by inhalation or topical application for various skin and hair issues.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Umno delegates will vote to amend the party’s constitution at the extraordinary general meeting (EGM) today in a move leaders said is meant to prevent division. The goal of...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal could attempt to wrest the Bagan Serai Parliamentary seat from Umno in the upcoming general...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — Gerakan Media Merdeka (Geramm) today called for laws to protect media personnel when performing their duties, after the police decided on no further action against those who...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — The National Union of Journalists of Peninsular Malaysia (NUJM) has called for authorities to take action against any party who assaults journalists in the field to prevent...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Umno stalwart Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah today warned that his party’s proposed constitutional amendment to allow the party polls to take place after the next General...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — For more than two years, Malaysians have adjusted to changes in our everyday lives and adopted what the government has termed the “new normal”: social distancing, wearing...
