In praise of tribal crafts
Craftwork is an applied form of local artistry that plays an important role in shaping and identifying a country’s cultural identity as well as documenting part of its history and heritage.
Timeless treasures
Where else but in Malaysia is “Have you eaten?” an appropriate alternative to “Good morning”, when salutations are exchanged at the start of the day? Yes, “Dah makan?” is not just a greeting but, in truth, a clue to the collective psyche of the Malaysian people.
Remand on three in RM44m corruption case extended
PUTRAJAYA (Feb 10): The remand for three persons to assist in a probe involving landscape maintenance work worth RM44 million has been extended for four days until Feb 14.
Cheaper levy, toll rates for Johor’s Second Link
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 9): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak announced today that levy and toll rates at the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link will be slashed.
Prasarana, SMRT to form JV firm to operate JB-Singapore rail link
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 9): Prasarana Malaysia Bhd and Singapore's SMRT Corp Ltd will form a joint venture (JV) company to operate the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link).
World's tallest tower going ahead after anti-corruption crackdown
JEDDAH (Feb 9): The world’s tallest skyscraper in this city, Jeddah Tower, is going to be completed despite the arrest of some businessmen supporting the plan after Saudi Arabia’s graft crackdown, said the head of the consortium behind the US$1.
Belleview to unveil GEM Residences in Seberang Perai during CNY
PETALING JAYA (Feb 9): Penang-based property developer Belleview Group is launching GEM Residences in Seberang Perai, Penang during Chinese New Year on Feb 17.
UDA plans to develop 1.62 mil hectares of Malay reserve land
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 8): UDA Holdings Bhd has plans to develop about 1.
Gabungan AQRS 4Q net profit doubles as revenue rises
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 8): Gabungan AQRS’ net profit doubled to RM15.
