Graphic showing the advance of Russian troops in Ukraine and major incidents in the past 24 hours, as of May 1, 0800 GMT
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 ― A total of 1,697 new Covid-19 cases were reported yesterday, which saw a significant drop in the figure compared to the day before. Yesterday, Malaysia recorded a slight...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 ― A man who commented “catch me if you can” on his wanted appeal on Facebook has been jailed for eight years. Police had been hunting for Jordan Carr, 20, in connection...
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
In the latest development, Japan will start experimenting with a new travel norm. For this, it has identified four nations from where fully vaccinated visitors will be allowed to enter Japan. A report released by Fuji News Network on 6 May 2022 had said that the government is aiming to ease border restrictions and allow small groups of vaccinated tourists from May in an attempt to aid the country’s travel and tourism industry. Though there are a number of ground restrictions in place, this annou
PETALING JAYA, May 17 — The 2022 tourism recovery plan will benefit 64,675 domestic travellers in the form of discounts, vouchers and rebates to encourage Malaysians to travel and spend locally,...
The 2022 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) ceremony was held at MGM Grand Garden Arena in the American city of Las Vegas on 15 May. The event was hosted by Sean “Diddy” Combs, a two-time winner at BBMAs. Honouring top artists on the Billboard chart in 62 categories, the awards for 2022 were given for Billboard chart dates from 10 April 2021 through 26 March 2022. 2022 Billboard Music Awards: The major winners Drake won the Top Artist award beating fellow nominees Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Sw
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
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...
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 ― A kind Perak man has been praised online for lending a helping hand to an elderly couple by giving them a ride as they’ve missed their bus. Mohd Hafez Sabri shared a photo...
Spotify is currently testing a feature, related to artists promoting their non-fungible token (NFT) collections, on the music streaming platform. According to Music Ally, which first reported the story, tests are underway for some Android users in the US already. Two of the artists involved in the testing are Steve Aoki and The Wombats. What is Spotify planning to do with NFTs? A platform meant to let artists display tokens they hold Image credit: Sebastiaan Chia/@sebastiaanchia/Unsplash The 13
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....
SHAH ALAM, May 17 ― Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s handwritten minutes to former home minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to proceed with Ultra Kirana Sdn Bhd’s contract...
If you’re new to indoor plants or you aren’t blessed with a green thumb, we’ve curated a list of the best low-maintenance indoor plants to add to your space. Being a plant parent isn’t as easy as it seems, and starting out on an indoor plant journey can be quite overwhelming, from planning the right plant to bring home to learning how to care for them. The fact that some plants are much harder to care for and require a lot of attention only adds to the stress. If you want to amp up your indoor s
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 ― PAS vice-president Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar said that the Malay-Muslim unity agenda is the reason the Islamist party will continue to defend its relationship with...
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.
After a two-year COVID-19 induced hiatus, the Cannes Film Festival 2022 is back on track and will be held from today, 17 May to 28 May. Serving as a revered platform for actors and filmmakers from across the globe to showcase their craft — for over seven decades — the Cannes Film Festival enters its 75th edition this 2022. The French Riviera is all set to be star-studded, as one of the biggest celebrations of global cinema will be held in person this year. And yes, it will be screening some mast
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
PETALING JAYA, May 17 — Subang Jaya man Joshua Danial Johnson who was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), has always been fascinated by the sound of the guitar and...
Aromatic lemongrass, makrut lime leaves, and spicy ginger combine with tart fruity tamarind and rich, sweet coconut sugar to create a potent and delicious tamarind cocktail base that can be used in all kinds of concoctions. Combined with rum and fresh lime juice, it becomes a zippy tamarind daiquiri. With the addition of tequila and a splash of club soda, it becomes a refreshing tamarind cooler. Or try it in combination with your favourite iced tea for tamarind Arnold Palmer. Lara Lee, who creat
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin said Sabah’s undocumented migrant issue could be solved by issuing foreigner cards, but it requires approval from the state...
