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The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 18 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said the strong results achieved over the past five years have positioned MAG to pursue bolder ambitions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 13 h ago

Malaysia Aviation Group unveils five-year plan to push Malaysia Airlines into Skytrax Top 10 by 2030

The Inland Revenue Board has completed tax refund payments amounting to RM14.55 billion involving 3.47 million cases as of November 30, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

IRB disburses RM14.55b in tax refunds to 3.47 million taxpayers, says deputy finance minister

Mourners gather by floral tributes at the Bondi Pavillion in memory of the victims of a shooting at Bondi Beach, in Sydney on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
Life  / 17 h ago

Misinformation spreads after Bondi attack as Sydney Christmas fireworks falsely tied to ‘Islamists’

The Malaysian Meteorological Department today issued a warning of continuous rain that is expected to hit several states until this Thursday. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of continuous heavy rain in several states until Thursday

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets a guest during the launching of late S.M Mohamed Idris’s book at the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Anwar says Asean foreign ministers’ meeting postponed as Thai-Cambodia conflict deepens

The state-owned airline assured travellers that ticket prices remain the same as those previously charged by MASwings. — Picture from AirBorneo website via The Borneo Post
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

AirBorneo denies raising ticket prices, previous MAswings airfares maintained

Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar confirmed an investigation paper has been opened and assured the probe will be conducted
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Police investigate report that MACC officer drew gun at Albert Tei, wife

A still shows a pillion rider on a motorcycle shooting at a person outside a petrol station in Klang.
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police probe gang links after spate of Klang shootings

Luck did not favour former world champion Natasha Mohamed Roslan as she failed to win the women’s singles gold in bowling at the 2025 South East Asian (SEA) Games here today. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 13 h ago

Bowling queen Natasha Roslan edged out, aims redemption in doubles and team events

People react in front of a flower tribute near Bondi Pavilion following a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney December 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 11 h ago

What we know about the shooting victims at Sydney’s Bondi Beach Jewish event

Eat-drink / 15 Feb 2022

When your grandma is a barista, too: How Mother Roaster demolishes ageist stereotypes and proves anyone can brew great coffee

Eat-drink / 14 Feb 2022

Phase four takeaway: Get your 'daging salai masak lemak' and 'ayam balado' fix at Desa Pandan's Masak Lomak Salai Omak Den

Natais supplies more than 80 per cent of Franceu00e2u20acu2122s cinemas, but overseas sales account for more than 90 per cent of annual turnover and Natais exports to more than 50 countries, including its main markets of Britain, Romania, Germany and Spain. u00e2u20acu201d AFP p
Eat-drink / 13 Feb 2022

Pandemic sets sales of microwavable popcorn a-pinging

Saudi Farah al-Malki, 90, (left) his son Ahmed, 42, and his grandson Mansour, 11, harvest Khawlani coffee beans at a coffee farm in Saudi Arabia's southwestern region of Jizan. u00e2u20acu201d ETX Studio picnnn
Eat-drink / 12 Feb 2022

Saudi coffee legacy percolates through the generations

The authenticity of a giant truffle discovered by Bernard Planche will be guaranteed by an NFT during its auction. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Bernard Planche via ETX Studio
Eat-drink / 12 Feb 2022

You could buy this giant truffle with cryptocurrency!

Singaporeans are fiercely proud of their culinary traditions, which fuse influences from the countryu00e2u20acu2122s multi-ethnic population. u00e2u20acu2022 AFP pic
Eat-drink / 11 Feb 2022

NY Times pulls ‘Singapore curry’ video after backlash

Could we soon be ordering Big Mac menus in the metaverse? u00e2u20acu2022 Shutterstock pic
Eat-drink / 11 Feb 2022

What if you ordered your Big Mac in the metaverse?

Eat-drink / 11 Feb 2022

Phase four takeaway: Excellent Nyonya 'laksa' and comforting shepherd's pie at PJ Section 22's Sally's Laksa PJ

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks, one of England's oldest pubs, has been bankrupted by the pandemic. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture courtesy of JPS
Eat-drink / 10 Feb 2022

One of England's oldest pubs could be closing due to the pandemic

Eat-drink / 10 Feb 2022

Here's how this ‘accidental’ entrepreneur in Kuala Lumpur spreads festive cheer all year round with alcohol-infused fruit jams

Eat-drink / 09 Feb 2022

Phase four delivery: Order Butterworth's Lean Hup Bee's braised pork knuckles for a delicious meal at home

In Las Vegas, diners will soon be able to enjoy a gastronomic experience aboard Jules Verne's Nautilus. u00e2u20acu201d Picture courtesy of Lost Spirits Distillery via ETX Studio
Eat-drink / 08 Feb 2022

In Las Vegas, step aboard the Nautilus for dinner inspired by 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea'

In Japan, it's easy to social distance when you dine in the restaurant-igloos. u00e2u20acu201d Picture courtesy of Restaurant Kamakura Village via ETX Studio
Eat-drink / 08 Feb 2022

In Japan, igloo-restaurants facilitate social distancing during pandemic dining

David Thompson has become a global reference in Thai cuisine with his Bangkok restaurant, Nahm. u00e2u20acu201d Picture courtesy of Nahm via ETX Studio
Eat-drink / 08 Feb 2022

Why David Thompson’s return to London is good news for foodies in Europe

In Israel, Pizza Hut has automated the process of preparing pizzas. u00e2u20acu201d Picture via YouTube/Hyper Food Robotics
Eat-drink / 07 Feb 2022

Are robots the answer to labour shortages in catering, hospitality? (VIDEO)

Vegan, Indian sweets in the Queens borough of New York City January 27, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Eat-drink / 07 Feb 2022

NY’s Queens borough offers a world of flavours, even amid pandemic