Desaru Coast becomes the global stage at Ombak Festival 2025
Ombak Festival concluded its second edition at Desaru Coast from 12 to 14 September with a spectacular weekend of global icons, ASEAN powerhouses of talent, culinary showcases and family-friendly fun activities. With legendary performances from Simply Red, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Joss Stone and Flight Facilities, alongside 29 of Southeast Asia’s brightest talents. Ombak Festival brought together large crowds of music lovers, families, and art enthusiasts from across the region. Excited festival goers and families seized the chance to enjoy a fusion of cultural festivities, exceptional music, gastronomic curation and visual art showcases. Along with relaxing and comfortable stays at Desaru Coast’s resorts, including The Sirēya Desaru Coast, Hard…
U Mobile, Edotco demo Ultra5G at Mandarin Oriental for smart hotel tech
U Mobile, Malaysia’s 5G network provider, together with the support of Edotco, Malaysia’s national digital infrastructure partner, have enabled the Ultra5G experience at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur (MO). Powered by U Mobile’s next generation 5G network, the initiative reinforces the telco’s commitment to delivering the widest and deepest 5G coverage in Malaysia. This milestone marks MO as the first hotel in Malaysia to have full 5G coverage enabled on every floor, and guests who are on U Mobile’s connectivity plans will be able to enjoy the telco’s Ultra5G experience and enjoy benefits like uninterrupted, ultra-fast connectivity across its ballrooms, meeting rooms, event venues, and shared guest areas. This is all…
How to Experience Malaysian Culture at the Airport Through Food and Retail
As Merdeka and Malaysia Day approach, it’s an ideal moment to celebrate what makes Malaysia truly unique—our rich heritage, vibrant communities, and shared traditions. While cultural pride often shines through grand parades and historic landmarks, it also thrives in everyday spaces, including the airports that connect us to the world. Malaysia Airports’ nationwide network offers more than just travel convenience—they serve as dynamic cultural hubs that showcase Malaysia’s identity through food and retail. Travellers can savour authentic Malaysian flavours at food stalls featuring favourites like nasi lemak and char kway teow, alongside retail outlets offering handcrafted batik, local snacks, and artisanal products that tell the story of our diverse heritage.…
Chasing Blooms, Finding Calm: Where Wildflowers and Wellbeing Meet in Western Australia
Western Australia is blessed with natural beauty that feels worlds away from the everyday. Home to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring national parks, the region offers more than just stunning landscapes; it provides a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking rest and rejuvenation. Its vast, untouched terrains, rich biodiversity, and striking geological wonders make it a dream destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. For Malaysians looking to escape the fast pace of modern life, these parks offer a rare chance to slow down and reconnect. Immersing yourself in the calm and grandeur of Western Australia’s wild spaces isn’t just visually rewarding, it also brings lasting benefits for your…
Xinhua Silk Road: Waterfalls forge stronger China-Italy bond
“The two natural wonders have not only become a symbol of our friendly relations, but also a cultural bridge connecting two places,” Walter Semperboni, mayor of Valbondione in the Italian province of Bergamo, highlighted the waterfall-linked friendship between China and Italy in a recent letter. This connection was formalized in December 2020 during the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Italy diplomatic relations, when the Jiulong Waterfalls in Luoping County, Qujing City, southwestern China’s Yunnan Province and Italy’s Serio Falls near Valbondione were officially twinned. “These waterfalls constitute natural bridges for exchanges and cooperation,” said Lorenzo Riccardi, president of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce. On August 7, 2023, Riccardi represented the government of Valbondione to unveil a friendship monument commemorating the pact between the twin waterfalls…
