Defence Secretary Ben Wallace explains why he is backing Liz Truss to be the next leader of the Conservative Party, saying “I think she [Truss] is the election winner for us”.
PETALING JAYA, Aug 9 — Malaysian cosmetics mogul Datuk Seri Vida ‘reunited’ with former fiancé Ahmad Iqbal Zulkefli in a...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 — Communication and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa today said that technology for the agric...
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…
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
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
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
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — The World Health Organisation (WHO) had in July sounded the highest alarm for the monkeypox outbre...
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
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — A parking lot vigilante in London has decided to attach a patronising note to the windscreen of a...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Malaysians’ fear of inflation and poverty have surpassed their concern about the lingering Covid-1...
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 — A key prosecution witness in Lim Guan Eng’s corruption trial told the Sessions Court today busines...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) today criticised the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) scandal...
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
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Two of Malaysia’s biggest telecommunications companies risk missing out on the 5G network contract...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — Malaysians who earn a high income are looking forward to becoming richer as the country’s economic...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s “unholy silence” over the multibillion scandal inv...
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
It’s about time: the Hong Kong government has announced the biggest loosening of its Covid-19 quarantine regulations since the pandemic began. In yesterday morning’s briefing, Chief Executive John Lee announced that the seven-day mandatory hotel quarantine currently in place will be cut to three days, with four days of “health monitoring” to follow. This new development kicks in starting Friday, August 12. During the four days of health monitoring, arrivals are free to leave home with a negative
