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Heng Swee Keat to officiate opening of NUS Research Institute in China
When in Southeast Asia, Keep Some Coins Handy for the Commode
A pocket-full of coins isn't something we would want to have when traveling the world, but it might just get you out of some awkward situations in Southeast Asia.
Foreign Correspondent: Singapore Style Report From Catalog Magazine's Anton D. Javier
On life in Singapore: Like a lot of Asian capitals, Singapore is very fast paced.
KUALA LUMPUR: South-bound traffic along North-South Expressway was reported smooth while north-bound traffic was reported to be slow.
d'Pristine Malaysia Unveils Full Potential as Profitable Residential and Investment Hub
Ideally situated in the Medini Iskandar area, d'Pristine is the only site in Johor where foreigners are allowed to purchase property priced below MYR500,000. As a result, the project is expected to be high in demand.
Malaysian National News Agency
Malaysia Airlines Adds Daytime Service To Mumbai
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 -- Malaysia Airlines is increasing its frequency from Kuala Lumpur into Mumbai to 12 times weekly effective June 3. Following greater demand from the market, one additional service will be made to the current daytime schedule of services put in by the national carrier since September 2012.
Air Asia's Tony Fernandes to 'fire up' investors
After firing people on Apprentic Asia, he is taking a softer approach to woo retail investors for AAX's IPO Fernandes in 'fiery mood' and winning streak these days: This handout picture taken on May 12, 2013, and released by the Malaysia's AirAsia shows AirAsia group chief Tony Fernandes being served by British billionaire Richard Branson , who is ... (more)
Khairy wants transparency and accountability
KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has called on all associations to practice transparency and accountability when it involves fundings for programmes.
Diamond Resorts Expands Global Footprint Through Alliance with Dorsett Hospitality
DIAMOND RESORTS INTERNATIONAL , a global leader in the hospitality and vacation ownership industries, engages in a strategic alliance with Dorsett Hospitality International and now offers its members, owners and guests new destination choices in Asia.
Raffles Hotel in Singapore provides colonial-style comfort for travellers.
In a world that's never been so connected and accessible, rediscovering the wonder of travel and the romance of a journey is something to be cherished.
Dubai hotel named best in the world
Luxury, sail-shaped hotel the Burj Al Arab in Dubai has snagged the lofty title of being named the best hotel in the world by readers of a travel magazine distributed by The Daily Telegraph.
Reebonz raises $40 million in new capital
Reebonz, a flash sales site dealing in high-end designer brands, raised $40 million in new investment funds from MediaCorp, one of Singapore's largest media companies, CBN Daily reported.
Celebrities in town for inaugural Social Star Awards
South Korean YouTube sensation Psy and American rock band Aerosmith at the Social Star Awards' press conference yesterday.
Pakatan-held states won't be sidelined in tourism push, says Nazri
PUTRAJAYA: The Federal Government will not sideline Pakatan Rakyat-led states in its efforts to promote tourism in the country.
Over 5,000 S'kan squatter homes demolished
Kota Kinabalu: The Sandakan Municipal Council demolished 4,620 squatter units between 2000 and 2008 and another 1,080 from 2009 to 2010.
Take a Spa-cation at Singapore's Parkroyal on Pickering
Life is good. To find out just how good life can be head to the new Parkroyal on Pickering in Singapore where the hotel-in-a-garden concept is personified.
Aeon to spend RM240m for Kulaijaya mall
Retailer, AEON Co Bhd, which operates 30 stores in Malaysia, will invest RM240 million this year in a spanking new shopping mall-cum-retail store in Kulaijaya.
Malaysian National News Agency
Malaysia Makes Strong Pitch As MICE Venue At Frankfurt Show
By Manik Mehta FRANKFURT, May 22 -- Malaysia made a strong pitch as an attractive destination for international Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions at the three-day IMEX 2013 show which opened here on Tuesday.
Tim Cook's improbable victory in Washington
When Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared in front of Carl Levin today, I was hoping for an epic showdown, as presaged by Levin's highly-aggressive press release yesterday.