Fashion

Fashion’s plastic problem? Why shoppers are turning against synthetic fabrics

Once a wardrobe staple, polyester is now facing a backlash as shoppers embrace natural fibres for their perceived quality, status and wellness benefits.

Arts

New study traces van Gogh’s famed 'The Starry Night' to an actual night sky from 1889

Art historians have long dated the painting to June 1889, soon after van Gogh checked into the asylum in France

Sabah & Sarawak

Over 20,000 turn out for Bella-Syed Saddiq 'Kenduri Rakyat' in KK

KOTA KINABALU: Crowds began gathering at Padang Merdeka here as early as 5.30am Saturday (Oct 31), eager to join celebrity Bella Astillah and Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman in celebrating their marriage at a "Kenduri Rakyat".

Arts

Belle Sisoski takes traditional Malaysian sounds across Asia with Toyota project

Belle Sisoski is part of Toyota's 'Move Your World Beat', a music project bringing together artistes from across Asia

Family

Study finds that adults with a parent who lived to 100 have lower health risks

Although healthy behaviours remain an important factor in ensuring life longevity, those with at least one centenarian parent have lower risks of death, heart disease and high blood pressure.

Beauty

Vanity Fare: Ready to glow? These bronzers bring warmth to your beauty look

A light touch of a bronzer is enough to add warmth, dimension and a healthy, sun-kissed glow to any complexion.

Climate

One third of the world's population is exposed to harmful air pollution: report

Heatwaves and wildfires combined with human-caused emissions this year combined to expose one third of the world's population to extremely high levels of ozone pollution, a European Union report said recently.

Wellness

How medical service shaped them

Three doctors share how their paths have taken them beyond the bedside and shaped their careers.

Entertainment

Late HK actor Benz Hui's daughter pays tribute to him a year after his death

She says it has been a year since her father's death and she is still doing her best to get on with her life.

Arts

In Afghanistan, musicians defy music ban to keep traditions alive

Many Afghan musicians and performers fled the country after the Taliban takeover in 2021

Wellness

A ginger shot for your immune system 

This popular rhizome has anti-inflammatory properties that may help boost your immunity.

Fashion

Halloween dressing: More than a style statement, it’s cultural commentary

This Halloween, the most striking costumes do more than turn heads – they offer a sharp take on culture, celebrity and society.

Entertainment

Hello Kitty maker Sanrio cuts ties with Japanese TV spy show 'Vivant' after China backlash

Hello Kitty maker Sanrio has cancelled a collaboration with a Japanese TV spy show after a backlash in China, the second incident in days to highlight the tightrope foreign firms and celebrities must walk in the lucrative market.

Family

No risk of birth complication for pregnant women on weight loss medication

Experts still recommend stopping GLP-1 drugs before conception, but says those who are on it before knowing they are pregnant should not panic.

Entertainment

Meghan Markle’s dad’s personal devices probed for illegal content

Thomas Sr has called the allegations against him 'sick lies' and denies any wrongdoing.

Europe

Malaysian travellers charmed by Slovenia's car-free zone

Capital city Ljubljana is a charming destination with the largest car-free zone in the European Union.

Wellness

It's never too late to start exercising and strength-training

Exercise will help women build strength, protect their bones and remain active for years to come.

Arts

Malaysian artist finds a shared visual language through Nusantara travels

Painter and intrepid traveller Rafiee Ghani charts a tropical passage across the region in his latest exhibition 'Dusun Laut' in Kuala Lumpur

Entertainment

'Kudrat 1968: High Council' delivers lessons, not normalising bullying

The production has sparked controversy on social media over allegations that it encourages bullying among students

Fashion

From patent leather to metallics, high-shine fashion is having a moment

Designers are turning up the gloss with polished textures and luminous finishes across fashion and accessories.