NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks open sharply lower on Wall Street as inflation worries mount, moving the S&P 500 closer to a bear market.
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...
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 federal government should institute immediate cost-cutting measures such as freezing all off...
Although outdoor gardens have always been an appealing feature to homeowners, it is a luxury not everyone can dream of in the limited and cramped spaces our cities and apartments offer. If you are an urban homeowner, with no or little access to an outdoor space, you can create an indoor garden and give your house an instant makeover. You can even grow your own fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers all year round, from the comfort of your own kitchen. Easy-to-maintain indoor plants such as snake
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 — The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has said it supports the government’s creation of a quo...
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
KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 — Middle-income earners in Malaysia are feeling the financial pain from rising living costs and ar...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — A recent survey by Pew Research Centre found that almost half of Malaysians still view Russia po...
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
JUNE 27 — One of the time-honoured traditions of the Malaysian public education system is this thing known as the “spot-...
Since the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — the first book in the series — in 1997, not only did its author JK Rowling establish herself as the master of the wizarding world but also created a magical universe for Potterheads through the books, which were later adapted into films. However, while portraying the stories on the screen, Harry Potter movies have often broken the rules that are established initially. The wizarding world of Harry Potter and the Hogwarts School of Wi
Are you planning a trip to Penang soon? Head over to these beautiful heritage boutique hotels in George Town, Penang, for a memorable stay. Famed for its cultural sights and diverse Malaysian flavours, Penang is one of the world’s best travel destinations. Besides delicious grubs, the island is filled with beautiful historical sites. Luckily, some of these buildings are restored into stunning boutique hotels that are available for a cosy stay. In our curated guide, we have listed the best boutiq
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — The 15th General Elections (GE15) is best suited to be held in the first quarter of next year fo...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — Umno needs to push for the general elections to be held this year as challenging times lie ahead...
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — Fresh faced politicians took centre stage at Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) ceramah circuit at Dataran P...
JUNE 27 — In golf, they say timing is everything and golf’s glory hunters from Asia have been in perfect synch and harmo...
One of the world’s most visited cities, Paris is always a good idea if you’re looking to dip your toes into French culture. And if you’re visiting Paris, you’ll want to make that experience memorable with these best luxury hotels. There are endless reasons to visit the city, but one that’ll leave us lingering just a bit longer is a couple of nights at a luxury locale. One might argue that a more economical option would serve you perfectly well on a cultural exploration around the city, but let’s
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 — It had rained almost every morning last week. That threw a spanner in my schedule so one rainy m...
