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The new RM456 million Aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport has broken down yet again, forcing bewildered travellers to walk the tracks in the dark and raising fresh concerns about reliability at Malaysia’s main aviation hub. Passengers travelling between the main terminal and the satellite building at KLIA found themselves on foot early this morning (October 28) after the airport’s Aerotrain system suffered yet another malfunction. Witnesses say luggage and trolleys were carried along the tracks in the dark as the automated people-mover came to a halt. Despite repeated promises of reliability, the system has seen a troubling string of…
When: NOVEMBER 4 @ 11:00AM 3:00PM Cost: RM 330 Don your finest hat, grab a glass of bubbly, and get ready for “the race that stops a nation” — this year’s Melbourne Cup celebration at WIP on the Park promises glamour, great food, and plenty of racing thrills right in the heart of KL. The Melbourne Cup — Australia’s most famous horse race — isn’t just a sporting event; it’s a social tradition that blends high fashion, fine food, and the electric excitement of race day. And on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Kuala Lumpur’s own WIP on the Park is set…
When: NOVEMBER 4@7:00PM – 8.30PM Cost: FREE Parents in Malaysia seeking exceptional international education opportunities for their children are invited to the Sesameed Boarding School Fair 2025 – Kuala Lumpur, a one-day event showcasing top-tier preparatory schools from the United States, the U.K., and Canada. For the first time, Sesameed, a leading U.S.-based education consultancy, will host its prestigious Boarding School Fair in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur (Bintang 3). Co-sponsored by AMCHAM, the event will bring together representatives from 15 elite American prep schools, along with a selection from the U.K. and Canada. Families will…
From a Roman-inspired neighbourhood bar in Hong Kong to sleek mixology lounges in Singapore, Bangkok, and Tokyo, Asia dominates this year’s World’s 50 Best Bars ranking, proving the region has truly arrived on the global cocktail stage. Alas, none of Kuala Lumpur’s top bars have yet managed to crack the code to appearing on the global list of the best, but one bar in Hong Kong is about to get a lot more crowded. When it comes to the art of the cocktail, Asia has officially taken centre stage. The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list, revealed at a glittering ceremony in Hong Kong,…
Super Typhoon Ragasa, the strongest storm of 2025, tore through the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and southern China with hurricane-force winds, catastrophic flooding, and the collapse of a barrier lake. Millions were evacuated, lives were lost, and the climate alarm grew louder than ever. Nearly two million people in southern China were evacuated as Typhoon Ragasa made landfall, unleashing destructive winds, storm surges, and torrential rainfall. The storm, previously classified as a Category 5 super typhoon, had already devastated the Philippines and Taiwan before striking some of Asia’s most densely populated coastlines. TAIWAN’S BARRIER LAKE BURSTS In Taiwan’s eastern…
Join us for September’s TEG Mingle at Rockafellers Bukit Damansara — a vibrant venue with great food, welcoming vibes, and plenty of drinks. It’s the perfect spot to meet fellow expats and locals in a relaxed, social setting. The September edition of the TEG Mingle is set to be a lively one! On Thursday, September 25, 2025, we’ll be heading over to Rockafellers Bukit Damansara, among the latest outposts of the popular bar and restaurant group that’s built its reputation on great food, attentive service, and a friendly, buzzing atmosphere. Known for its polished yet laid-back vibe, Rockafellers combines hearty food with a well-stocked…
As Johor’s first private hospital and the flagship facility under KPJ Healthcare Berhad, Johor Specialist Hospital continues to lead the way in innovation, patient care, and medical excellence more than four decades after it first opened its doors. KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital, formerly known as Johor Specialist Hospital, is a leading private healthcare institution located in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Established in May 1981, it holds the distinction of being Johor’s first private hospital and the inaugural facility under the KPJ Healthcare Berhad network. FACILITIES AND SPECIALTIES Today, the hospital offers a comprehensive range of medical services, supported by state-of-the-art facilities.…
On a road trip from Kuching to Miri in a CAM Co-Star minibus, Sibu emerged as a delightful riverfront respite – steeped in history, brimming with local life, and home to markets that might just rival any in Malaysia. After several trips to Sarawak that began and ended solely with Kuching, I had the chance recently to branch out, travelling across over 800 km of Malaysia’s largest state with a small pile of friends and fellow journalists. For our epic road trip, we chose to self-drive a private minibus from the always-enjoyable Kuching all the way to Miri over the…
Stay up to date with the latest in the travel and hospitality industry, from airline launches and route expansions to new trends and transportation developments shaping the way we explore the world. This is the September 2025 edition of Airline and Travel News. BATIK AIR RELAUNCHES OSAKA FLIGHTS WITH ITS A330-300 FLEET From December 15, Malaysian carrier Batik Air will relaunch nonstop flights between its Kuala Lumpur base and Osaka’s Kansai airport with its widebody Airbus A330-300 aircraft. The comeback marks Batik Air’s renewed commitment to Japan following the suspension of its previous Kuala Lumpur – Osaka connection via Taipei…
Beyond its Old Town kopitiams and famous limestone hills and cave temples, Ipoh has quietly cultivated a lively drinking scene. From century-old watering holes to neon-lit cocktail lounges, the city’s bars are as eclectic and surprising as its food culture. Here are 10 standouts worth your time. In a country that seems to see most of its cultural trends understandably centred around its outsize capital city of Kuala Lumpur and its environs, the ‘secondary cities’ of Malaysia are having their moment in the sun, too. For example, Penang Cocktail Week is fast approaching. In a city that’s beloved for its amazing street…