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Fashion

Old kimonos, new cool? Somehow, Japan’s traditional wear gets a fashion remix

From heirloom silk robes to contemporary jackets and dresses, Japan's centuries-old kimono is being reimagined for a new generation of style-conscious wearers.

Animals

How to introduce your pup to a new baby

Though preparing your family and home for a baby may seem all-consuming, it's important that you also prepare your dog for the arrival of a new family member.

Nation

Cops nab man connected to 2025 intimidation case

PETALING JAYA: Police have arrested a man in connection with a criminal intimidation case reported last year.

Nation

Police to call several individuals in probe over alleged share ownership by Azam Baki

KUALA LUMPUR: Several individuals will be called to give statements to assist in the investigation into the alleged share ownership involving Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, which was reported by international media, Bloomberg.

Japan

Cargo ship navigator arrested after deadly collision in central Japan

TSU, (Japan): (Bernama-Kyodo) The navigator of a cargo ship that collided with a fishing boat in central Japan and left two people dead was arrested Saturday (Feb 21) for professional negligence, a local coast guard office said, Kyodo News reported.

South Korea

Blackpink becomes first artist to reach 100 million subscribers on YouTube

SEOUL: (Bernama-Yonhap) K-pop girl group Blackpink has hit 100 million subscribers on YouTube, making it the first official artist channel to hit the milestone, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Nation

DAP special congress is part of party's internal process, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The special congress of DAP slated to be held on July 12 is part of the party's internal process to ensure organisational decisions are upheld, says government spokesman Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Nation

Sabah flood: Number of victims increased to 3,768 people at noon

KOTA KINABALU: The total number of flood victims in Sabah has increased to 3,768 as of noon on Saturday, compared to 3,685 in the morning.

Hockey

Olympics-Ice hockey-Canada eye legacy, United States seek revenge in gold-medal clash for the ages

MILAN, Feb 21 (Reuters) - Canada and ⁠the United States open a fresh chapter in their epic Olympic rivalry in Milan on Sunday, facing off in a heaven-sent gold-medal ⁠game that North American fans were praying for in the men's ice hockey tournament.

Myanmar

Myitkyina Airport in Myanmar attacked by drone, MNA Airlines passenger plane hit

YANGON: A drone attack on Myitkyina Airport in Kachin State on Friday (Feb 20) night reportedly hit an MNA Airlines passenger plane. Security forces continue to carry out necessary area security operations and will take effective and strong responses, it was announced.

Nation

Prioritise welfare of police personnel, says Dr Wan Azizah

KUALA LUMPUR: The welfare of police personnel should continue to be prioritised, in line with the concerns of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.

Football

Soccer-Arteta dismisses ‘bottlers’ talk amid title wobble

Feb 21 (Reuters) - Arsenal manager ⁠Mikel Arteta rejected the term 'bottlers' ahead of Sunday's Premier ⁠League visit to Tottenham Hotspur, as the title race heats ‌up after their lead was cut short by successive Premier League draws at Brentford and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Brunei

Ramadan buffet promotion in Brunei requires Halal certification

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Ministry of Religious Affairs, through the Syariah Affairs Department, in a press statement Friday (Feb 21), reminded all food and beverage businesses operating in the Sultanate that any establishment which has not obtained a Halal Certificate is strictly prohibited from offering, promoting, displaying or using any expressions or terms that refer to the food or beverages prepared as halal.

Nation

Traffic slows on major expressways as at noon

KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic on several major expressways across the country began slowing by midday on Saturday (Feb 21) amid rising vehicle numbers, with delays expected at several stretches.

Rugby

Rugby-Waratahs coach McKellar determined to keep Jorgensen fit for Super Rugby challenge

Feb 21 (Reuters) - New South Wales ⁠Waratahs coach Dan McKellar will seek to manage Max Jorgensen's preprations to ensure the ⁠Wallabies winger is available for as much of the Super Rugby season ‌as possible after another two-try display by the 21-year-old on Friday.

Nation

Building tech ecosystem to help Perak SMEs compete

IPOH: The Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry will collaborate with Perak Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCCI) to build an innovative ecosystem and help SMEs and startups enhance their competitiveness, says Datuk Chang Lih Kang.

Boxing

Boxing-Floyd Mayweather to come out of retirement - again

Feb 21 (Reuters) - Former ⁠multi-weight world boxing champion Floyd Mayweather will come ⁠out of retirement this year for his ‌first official fight in nearly a decade, his new promotion CSI Sports/Fight Sports said on Friday, though his opponent has yet ​to be decided.

Nation

Woman who stabbed mother remanded seven days

SEREMBAN: A woman who was arrested after allegedly stabbing her mother in the neck in Kampung Segineh Inas, Johol, near here on Friday (Feb 20), has been remanded to facilitate investigations into the case.

Nation

Rafizi to proceed with lawsuit against Caprice over alleged defamation

SHAH ALAM: Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli will proceed with his lawsuit against rapper and influencer Caprice after the latter ignored several days given to him to apologise.

Indonesia

Indonesian police probe Rp 25 trillion money laundering linked to illegal gold mining in West Kalimantan

JAKARTA: The National Police have launched a major investigation into an alleged Rp 25 trillion (US$1.48 billion) money laundering scheme linked to illegal gold mining operations in West Kalimantan.