WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate committee subpoenas outgoing Bureau of Prisons director to testify at hearing over abuse, corruption in agency.
Resident Evil is one of the most famous video game franchises of all time. The zombie horror world it created has a fan following of its own. Other than the numerous games, there are 12 Resident Evil movies and shows, which, in a chronological order, would help even those who haven’t played any of the games clearly understand the core storyline. Developed by Japanese game developer Capcom, the franchise began with the first Resident Evil game in 1996. The hugely successful game was followed by R
PETALING JAYA, Aug 9 — Malaysian cosmetics mogul Datuk Seri Vida ‘reunited’ with former fiancé Ahmad Iqbal Zulkefli in a...
Yesterday, a 51-year-old Malaysian man died while climbing Mount Kinabalu, the country’s highest mountain. At KM 3.2 of the trail, the man was reported as being unconscious by a mountain guide. After he was taken down from the mountain, medical personnel declared him dead, according to a statement by the Sabah Fire and Rescue Department…
Over time, there have been numerous cars that have achieved cult-like status, much like the films they were featured in. From the DeLorean to the Batmobile, plenty of vehicles that have appeared in movies have gone on to become famous in their own right. We’re referencing of course to the iconic cars of cinema. But which movie motors and car brands are the most popular? Researchers at Carwow have discovered what the most iconic and most recognisable car brands and models are in cinema history by
When a luxury powerhouse such as Hermès releases a timepiece, what we often anticipate is how it would deliver when it comes to style and design… and deliver it did, with its 2022 novelties. Here are our favourite picks of the bunch. Travel is a state of mind, and Hermès is here to prove that with its watches. In the year 2022 when physical travel is still regarded as a thing of privilege, many brands revisit the theme, evoking feelings of nostalgia and wanderlust. And while Hermès is not the fi
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Malaysians’ fear of inflation and poverty have surpassed their concern about the lingering Covid-1...
Full disclosure, we’re not sure if this classifies as a drink story or fashion news. This bit of confusion comes courtesy of Heineken, which has announced the release of limited-edition sneakers called Heinekicks. Yes, the world-famous beer brand is hopping onto the sneaker bandwagon with its own set of kickers. The best part? They actually contain soles filled with Heineken Silver. Also, seven of 32 pairs created will be available in Singapore. To create these new sneakers, Heineken roped in th
Inspiring tales of royalties from the eras of Goryeo, Joseon, Goguryeo and Balhae, elaborate costumes and ornate sets reminiscent of a period gone by, make up some of the best Korean historical dramas, popularly called K-dramas. And, if you are a fan of all things Korean as well as a history buff, you are sure to explore this particular cluster of K-dramas that are binge-worthy. As it is, Korean dramas have been gaining global prominence through their strong storyline and powerful performances o
With Louis Vuitton approaching its 20th anniversary in watchmaking, we take a journey through time with Michel Navas and examine the iconic Tambour. It is historical irony that some of the watchmaking industry’s greatest achievements were born in Paris, not Geneva. In 17th century Paris, Place Dauphine was home to the workshops of Ferdinand Berthoud, Jean-Antoine Lépine, and a young Abraham Louis Breguet. Each man shaped watchmaking destiny in their own way. Echoing his respected French peers, L
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — DAP MP Teresa Kok today questioned the need for a special task force headed by some top department...
Renaissance, the latest album by pop superstar Beyoncé, debuted at No.1 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking the biggest debut by a woman. According to Billboard, the American entertainment magazine which publishes the reputed music charts with data company Luminate, Renaissance earned 332,000 equivalent album units in the US in the week ending 4 August. Billboard said that the album marks “2022’s biggest week by a woman – and the second-largest week of the year overall.” Here are all the details
JOHOR BARU, Aug 8 — With the general election looming, Johor Parti Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang) is put in a leadership tu...
The dial is more than the face of a watch; it is an aesthetic element that first catches our attention and with use, the singular object we look at most often. As a result, it is the one component that we form an eventual emotional attachment to. Only a few microns thick, it’s often a wonder that this sliver of a part carries distinctive visual flourish of each watchmaker; in some instances, dials become allegories for the face of the brands themselves. Over the years, watch connoisseurs develop
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang today called for a public inquiry headed by a judge or former judge to i...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) today criticised the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) scandal...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — Malaysians who earn a high income are looking forward to becoming richer as the country’s economic...
A man who was filmed putting an electronic cigarette (vape) into a baby’s mouth at an eatery in Johor was detained yesterday. North Johor Baru district police commander Rupiah Abd Wahid said the 23-year-old businessman was detained by the Crime Investigation Department at the district police headquarters at 12:45am. “According to the complainant, at the…
PETALING JAYA, Aug 8 — US rapper Frank Ocean is now selling a luxury cock ring retailing at US$25,570 (RM119,636). The...
AUGUST 8 — You may think this is a relatively simple question to answer but you’d be surprised. If we were anywhere bef...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s “unholy silence” over the multibillion scandal inv...
