A real gem: in Bahrain, only natural pearls will do
Bahrain is the sole country worldwide to have banned the cultivation of artificial pearls.
Fri Apr 28 2023
Gaya street market bustling again after relaxation of CMCO SOP
A check by Bernama found the place having several stalls selling food, clothes, toys, pearls, batik, decorative items and more, with visitors adhering to the SOP.
Mon Dec 14 2020
Japan fights coronavirus in luxurious style with million-yen masks
The diamond masks are embellished with a 0.7 carat diamond and more than 300 pieces of Swarovski crystal.
Wed Nov 25 2020
Oscars fashion: White and silver, and lots of beads
Beyond the icy color palette, another trend for the ladies was lots of pearls and beads. Many of the gowns seen on the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre were embellished to the max.
Mon Feb 23 2015
Ministry directs withdrawal of Tapioca Starch Pearls
The Health Ministry has directed the distributors of Tapioca Starch Pearls which were imported from the Wang Tai Company in Taiwan, to withdraw the food product from the market in the country.
Sat Jun 08 2013
Pope joins Twitter with @pontifex handle
Pope Benedict XVI is joining Twitter promising "pearls of wisdom" in eight languages under the handle @pontifex, the Vatican announced on Monday.
Tue Dec 04 2012
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024