LAGOS, March 31 — Nigerian swimmer Akinrodoye Samuel has tried to raise awareness on mental health in Africa’s most populous nation, swimming nearly 12km, the length of the longest bridge in Lagos where many people have jumped to their deaths. Samuel, a swimming coach, said he was moved by the death of a friend to … Read more
KUCHING, March 18 – Sarawak Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah today said Sarawak should get to host some events should Malaysia agree to take over the 2026 Commonwealth Games from Australia. However, he acknowledged that this was still being discussed. “If Malaysia were to host it, then I … Read more
BEDFORD (United Kingdom), March 12 — Britain’s innovative Airlander 10 airship could soon take to the skies to offer leisure passengers panoramic views and far less pollution than traditional aircraft, according to its manufacturer. On the outskirts of the town of Bedford, north of London, UK company Hybrid Air Vehicles (HAV) says its plans are … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 — PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) is taking several proactive measures to ensure the smooth operation of highways and toll plazas, especially during the peak hour in Ramadan. The measures include ensuring all entrance and exit lanes at the toll plazas are fully operational, in addition to providing mobile toll payment reader … Read more
AHMEDABAD, March 2 — Top global celebrities will don “jungle fever” outfits in India for a trip to the zoo today as part of a party thrown by Asia’s richest man. Pop icon Rihanna, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump’s daughter Ivanka are among the rich and famous guests who jetted in for a … Read more
MIAMI, Feb 15 — A US spaceship attempting a lunar landing lifted off early Thursday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the second such private-led effort this year after the first ended in failure. Intuitive Machines, the Houston company leading mission “IM-1,” hopes to become the first non-government entity to achieve a soft touchdown … Read more
AMSTERDAM, Feb 14 — Four centuries after he was created with a roguish grin, fabulous upturned moustache and stylish outfit, Dutch master painter Frans Hals’ most celebrated portrait returns to the Netherlands in a new exhibition. Borrowed from Britain’s Wallace Collection, Hals’ 1624 masterpiece The Laughing Cavalier will go on display on Friday with more … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 — The construction work of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project near Desa Melor, Serendah has taken into consideration minimal impact and complies with guidelines and conditions, according to Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL). MRL, as the owner of the ECRL project, in a statement today concerning a news … Read more
LOS ANGELES, Feb 5 — Universal’s new comedy adventure Argylle took the number one spot at the North American box office this weekend, earning an estimated US$18 million, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations said yesterday. The film, co-produced by Apple and directed by Matthew Vaughn, recounts the wacky misadventures of a successful spy novelist, played by … Read more
VIENNA, Va., Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wineandchampagnegifts.com, a leading destination for online wine gifts, is excited to announce the inclusion of Tiffany & Co. flute boxes in its sparkling wine collection. This expansion underscores the platform’s commitment to meeting the changing preferences of its customers, offering a refined gifting experience with premium wines … Read more
