Nyonya embroidery: The decline of Malaysia's best symbol of multicultural harmony
The Nyonya embroidery was also a status symbol in the Baba Nyonya community and played an important role in society.
Sat Aug 26 2023
Vienna dims street lighting as energy prices soar
Vienna is cutting back on public lighting in the face of soaring energy prices.
Thu Aug 11 2022
This French start-up has created gift wrap made of coated cotton
More colorful than kraft paper, easier than furoshiki and much more ecological than disposable paper.
Fri Dec 03 2021
150 craft entrepreneurs leave industry during COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic that hit Malaysia since last year saw changes due to the implementation of the MCO nationwide, Santhara Kumar said.
Wed Oct 13 2021
220 craft entrepreneurs take part in 'Warna-Warni Aidilfitri' programme
A total of 220 craft entrepreneurs are taking part in the 'Warna-Warni Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2021' (WWA 2021) promotional programme hosted by Kraftangan Malaysia from April 15 to May 2.
Mon Apr 19 2021
MOTAC programmes aimed at helping boost national craft industry
MOTAC's Development Programme (PPPK) and the Community Skills Development Programme (PPKK) will help local crafts entrepreneurs and individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Batik face masks must comply with MOH standards - Nancy
The production and use of batik face masks is encouraged but they must comply with the standards set by the Ministry of Health (MOH).
Tue Aug 11 2020
For Coke, a big advantage pours out of smaller bottles
Coca-Cola, has been adopting a new practice which is selling their products in smaller packages.
Tue Feb 16 2016
German authorities to order recall of 2.4 mn VW vehicles in emission scandal
German transport authorities will order Volkswagen to recall 2.4 million diesel vehicles in Germany equipped with pollution-cheating software.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Kraft pulls the dye out of Mac and Cheese
Kraft Foods Group announced that it will stop using artificial colouring in its Kraft Macaroni and Cheese product beginning January, 2016.
Wed Apr 22 2015
Kraft pulls 'Kids Eat Right' label from cheese product
Kraft Foods said it will remove the academy's "Kids Eat Right" logo from Kraft Singles, individually wrapped slices of a processed cheese product.
Thu Apr 02 2015
Heinz will buy Kraft Foods in mega-merger for American food
H.J. Heinz and Kraft Foods Group, said Wednesday they would merge through an estimated $45 billion deal to form one of the world's biggest food empires.
Thu Mar 26 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024