ONE Championship: Rifdean Masdor Leads Fan Poll Ahead Of Clash With Nadaka
Malaysian Muay Thai fighter Rifdean Masdor has emerged as the fans’ favourite ahead of his upcoming showdown against Japan’s Nadaka Yoshinari at ONE Samurai 4. According to a poll published on ONE Championship’s official website, Rifdean secured 56 per cent of the votes, while Nadaka received 44 per cent. Nadaka will be aiming to extend […]
Two Sisters, Aged 15 And 18, Killed In Kampung Koh House Fire
IPOH ,16 October 2026, Two sisters aged 15 and 18 died after becoming trapped in a fire that engulfed two adjoining double-storey houses in Kampung Koh, near Sitiawan, on Friday. Perak Fire and Rescue Department director Datuk Sayani Saidon said the department received an emergency call at 9.01am, with firefighters arriving at the scene nine […]
Tuition Teacher Remanded Over Alleged Sexual Offences Involving Five Male Students
KUALA LUMPUR: A tuition teacher has been arrested and remanded to assist investigations into allegations of sexual assault and unnatural intercourse involving five male students in the capital recently. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the alleged incidents took place at the suspect’s residence, which was also used as a tuition centre. He […]
Winners of DFA Design for Asia Awards 2026 Unveiled
HONG KONG, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong Design Centre announced today the awardee list for the DFA Design for Asia Awards 2026. After a rigorous judging process, a panel of 26 renowned local and international design leaders selected 209 winning projects from entries across 15 economies. Among the six design disciplines, Spatial Design […]
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines to introduce new chef-curated menus and premium wine program for international Suites guests
SEATTLE and HONOLULU, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines this month unveiled refreshed international Suites menus on flights to Asia, Europe and Oceania, featuring regionally inspired dishes that immerse guests in the flavors of their destination before arrival. As part of the updated international Suites dining experience, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian […]
Rapid KL Reports Attempted Cable Theft Disrupted Kajang Line Power Supply
KUALA LUMPUR, October 16 2026, Rapid KL said power supply to the affected section of the MRT Kajang Line was temporarily disconnected in accordance with established operational and safety procedures following an attempted cable theft. The operator said the power interruption was necessary to allow auxiliary police personnel to inspect the area and search for […]
Rokid Opens the World’s First Self-Service AI Glasses Experience Store at Hong Kong’s Harbour City Rokid 2026-10-16 00:42 1277 Share:
HONG KONG, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rokid, a global pioneer in AI-powered smart eyewear and human-computer interaction, today announced the opening of a new flagship store at Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. As the world’s first unmanned AI glasses experience store, it combines self-directed product demos with automated checkout to let […]
Selangor Records 58 Crime Cases Involving Rohingya Refugees Since 2022
KUALA LUMPUR, October 16 2026, Selangor recorded the highest number of index crime cases involving Rohingya refugees, with 58 cases reported from 2022 to August 2026, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN). In a written parliamentary reply, the ministry said Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) data showed that 199 such cases were recorded nationwide […]
MHTC AND MAYBANK PARTNER TO BRING MALAYSIA HEALTHCARE CLOSER TO ASEAN CUSTOMERS
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia,/PRNewswire/ — Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) and Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) today formalised a multi-year strategic collaboration to bring the Malaysia Healthcare ecosystem closer to Maybank customers across ASEAN. The collaboration brings together MHTC’s medical tourism ecosystem and Maybank’s regional network and customer reach, creating additional ways for customers and families to access […]
Australia Moves To Hold Big Tech Accountable For Online Risks To Children
SYDNEY: Australia has introduced proposed legislation aimed at strengthening online protections for children and giving users greater control over the content they see on social media platforms. The centre-left Labor government’s Digital Duty of Care bill, formally introduced to Parliament on Oct 15, would require major platforms, including Facebook, TikTok and Instagram, to allow users […]