KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 — In the world of food, Sam Kan Cheong (Cantonese for “three shops”) noodles are iconic. But what is its origin story? Apparently these three shops in KL were famous for their flat pork ball noodles back in the 1950s, hence that was the name everyone associated the popular noodles with. … Read more
PETALING JAYA, April 3 — In recent months, the Damansara Kim neighbourhood has been abuzz with new eateries. It feels like everywhere you turn, there’s something to tempt you. You won’t go hungry (or bored) as the selections range from French crepes, dainty dim sum, dressed up tau fu fah with toppings and so forth. … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 – The popularity of Chinese-style beef noodles, especially those served with la mian or “mee tarik” in the Klang Valley, has seen a sharp uptick in recent years; as such, it’s no surprise to see yet another new player enter the scene. Towards the end of 2023, ChenJiuru Beef Noodles opened … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — Sometimes we simply don’t have the appetite for anything heavy or greasy. Nothing that would keep us stuffed for hours afterwards. This is where, ridiculously, one might suffer from “weekend blues” rather than the customary Monday variety. Of course, some might argue that the weekend is designed for gluttony and … Read more
PETALING JAYA, March 6 — American musicians Usher and Ludacris have a reason to celebrate. The 45-year-old U Got It Bad singer and the 46-year-old Act a Fool performer revealed on X (formerly referred to as Twitter) that Usher’s 2004 song Yeah! which includes Ludacris and Lil Jon, achieved platinum status 13 times over. On … Read more
Kuantan: Pasukan lawn bowl Pahang meletakkan sasaran membawa pulang dua pingat emas dan satu perak serta satu gangsa di Sukan Malaysia (Sukma) Sarawak, Ogos nanti. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 – It’s practically an annual tradition, even though no one speaks about it. After the last ang pow has been handed out and everyone has had a piece of sweet and greasy bakkwa (or more), it’s time for my father to make dessert. Given this is Chinese New Year and we … Read more
poppi’s first-ever national commercial also appeared during top telecasts including the GRAMMYs, NFL Championships, and season premieres of The Bachelor and Vanderpump Rules AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beloved prebiotic soda brand poppi has cemented its place in the playbooks with its first-ever national commercial, airing during Super Bowl LVIII on CBS, … Read more
LAS VEGAS, Feb 12 — Usher delivered a high-energy Super Bowl halftime show yesterday that featured surprise appearances by some of his most famous collaborators as the R&B star rolled through a parade of his hits. Sitting at a red piano, Alicia Keys was the first to be revealed as the two united to perform … Read more
LAS VEGAS, Feb 11 — The Super Bowl got an early jolt of excitement yesterday when enormous TV screens around the cavernous stadium showed pop superstar Taylor Swift arriving at the Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium some two hours before kick-off. Swift is in Las Vegas to watch tight end boyfriend Travis Kelce and his Kansas … Read more
