The annual meeting and investiture ceremony of the Order of the Garter takes place this year on Monday 13th June. The Order of the Garter is the oldest and most senior Order of Chivalry in Britain, said to have been founded in 1348.
JOHOR BARU, June 25 – A Johor Parti Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang) leader today slammed Umno’s Tanjung Surat assemblyman Az...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — Putrajaya’s 25-agency cap of the Bangladeshi companies allowed to recruit workers to Malaysia is...
The world of whiskey—and whisky—is as broad and exciting as it’s ever been. Delicious drams are being crafted and poured seemingly everywhere, and narrowing down specific countries of origin to focus on is becoming increasingly difficult…though the process of “researching” them all is just about as much fun as a spirits lover can have. The following 15, from Scotland, Japan, India, and Australia, listed alphabetically, are all worthy of space on your bar cart. We’ve featured these four countries
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has applied to the High Court to suspend his trial...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — Former home minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today insisted in the High Court that the RM5...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The federal government should institute immediate cost-cutting measures such as freezing all off...
What does the word ‘auction’ bring to your mind? While many would say paintings or jewellery, others may say gadgets or books, but only a few or none may say plants. Yes, you read that right! Plants are auctioned, too. For instance, a Rhaphidophora tetrasperma plant was sold for a whopping amount of USD 19,297 (RM 84945.39) on a New Zealand-based popular auction site Trade Me. Native to Malaysia and Thailand, it was the most expensive plant to be sold on the website as per a June 2021 CNN report
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — Umno wing leaders will be given a special briefing session on the National 5G Project this Frida...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman said today that he is confident of winning the Pasar Salak fede...
Water is essential to the production of beer. In Singapore, one brewery is taking a greener approach to sourcing this ingredient by using wastewater that, prior to treatment, contained (among other things) the urine of local residents — and one can now savour it in a can of NEWBrew. Hops, malts and yeast are the ingredients you might first think of when it comes to making beer. However, it’s impossible to make beer without one essential thing: water. Brewers take care to choose specific waters t
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The epic film Mat Kilau Kebangkitan Pahlawan has raked in RM12 million within four days after pr...
Can’t wait to unwind from a stressful work week? Consider going for a cheeky retreat with Monkey Shoulder at The KL Journal Hotel. If we’re all honest with ourselves, we’d acknowledge the need to take a breather every now and then. Whether you’re in a career rut rushing against deadlines or just need some down time away from your daily challenges, going on a much-needed getaway always helps. If you’re living in KL and don’t feel like travelling too far, the city’s blessed with a myriad of amazin
What makes for some of the highest-grossing films of all time? From the plot and the genre to cinematography and powerful performances, many factors contribute to making a film a hit and drawing earnest cine-goers to the theatres to watch the drama unfold on the big screen. Additionally, such is the craze around some renowned franchises, such as The Avengers or Star Wars, that all superhero and sci-fi movie enthusiasts flock to the cinemas to get every little detail of their fictional heroes, re
These celebrities have all added interior designer to their résumé, in addition to their high-profile careers as actors, television presenters, and reality stars. Staying authentic to their own personal style and adding some A-list flair into anything from bedding to tableware, they’re a simple – and often inexpensive – way to incorporate some celebrity-approved products into our homes. From Priyanka Chopra to Chrissy Teigen, there’s a celebrity homeware brand to fit every home décor style—and b
Embarking on a sailing trip in a private yacht doesn’t mean the group has to be large. Small groups of around 8-14 friends or family members, can take their pick from some of the best private yacht charters, to sail on Southeast Asian waters in utmost comfort. Charter yachts range from traditionally designed phinisi yachts to ultra-advanced superyachts. Of course, some are speedy while the others are not. So, charterers have a choice regarding how, and whether quickly or leisurely, do patrons wi
Kensington Palace has unveiled the first joint portrait of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton — and it depicts the couple in their finest royal fashion. The Duchess of Cambridge posed for the portrait in an emerald Falconetti dress by Susie Cave’s label The Vampire’s Wife. It was the same dress she wore during her royal tour of Ireland in March 2020. Here’s more on the portrait and what Kate Middleton wore Kate Middleton’s fashion statements for the portrait Ima
James Bond likes his vodka martini — “shaken, not stirred.” Like the fictional 007, the real world of London, too, is in love with variations of martinis for over a century. The latest addition to the long list being vegetable martini. According to Bloomberg, the vegetable martini is increasingly becoming a favourite of bartenders in London, with some establishments creating mixes delighting the senses in the summer. People opting for vegetable martini Image credit: Daniel Lloyd Blunk-Fernández/
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — If you’re a fan of heist films, now here’s the chance to live the experience — by robbing the fo...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has said it supports the government’s creation of a quo...
Should you skip breakfast to lose weight? According to Tim Spector, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King’s College London, you should postpone breakfast until 11 am to better achieve your weight loss goals. Coupled with a balanced diet, this simple habit of having breakfast at a later time could help you lose weight — specifically between 2 and 5 kg over the months. The epidemiologist presented the results of his research at the UK’s Cheltenham Science Festival. Wellness What Is Dirty Fasti
