Argentine winemaker finds his ideal blend in China

Argentine winemaker Federico Carabajal has brought his expertise to Ningxia, China, a region gaining recognition for its wine production. The area's climate and soil, similar to Carabajal's hometown of Mendoza, are ideal for growing high-quality grapes. He was impressed by the region's wines and believes the terroir has the potential to produce world-class wines. Despite facing challenges like unexpected rainfall during his first harvest, Carabajal is committed to contributing to Ningxia's burgeoning wine industry.

Guatemalan expat bridges cultures between China, Latin America through social media

Guatemalan Celia Esquivel Salguero, now a Spanish teacher at Wuhan University, has become a prominent social media influencer connecting Latin America and China. Starting in 2014 as a student documenting her life in China, her Facebook page "Chapina en China" has grown to over 300,000 followers, with livestreams reaching over 3 million viewers. Her content focuses on cultural exchange, education, technology, and daily life, reflecting the growing interest in China among her Latin American audience.

Rafizi merajuk dan tidak mahu rasmi Kongres Wanita dan AMK PKR

PKR Deputy President Rafizi Ramli has declined to officiate the party's Youth and Women's wing congresses scheduled for May 22nd in Johor Bahru. He reportedly informed party President Anwar Ibrahim of his decision via letter, citing his unwillingness to attend. This move is believed to be linked to growing support for Deputy President candidate Nurul Izzah Anwar and Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari, especially after Rafizi was not invited to the Sabah PKR election machinery launch. Sabah PKR branches have openly backed Nurul Izzah and Amirudin, reportedly due to dissatisfaction with Rafizi's conduct.

KERUGIAN RM34.3 JUTA – SIAPA YANG TANGGUNG?

MKLSB claims RM34.3 million in losses after being forced to vacate Menara KL in April, alleging their assets were seized and used by the new concessionaire, LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd, without compensation. The Ministry of Communications issued eviction notices despite MKLSB's insistence that four months were needed to relocate due to the volume and value of their assets. This latest claim adds to MKLSB's existing legal battle and raises concerns about government accountability and potential taxpayer burden.

Pada awalnya biro politik PKR setuju tiada pemilihan tahun ini

PKR Deputy President Rafizi Ramli claims the party's political bureau initially agreed to postpone internal elections until after the 16th General Election (GE16) to avoid internal strife and focus on public needs. He alleges this decision was overturned to bring in 'new talent' like R. Ramanan and Kamil Abdul Munim. Rafizi expressed concern that the elections create unnecessary risk and tension, preferring to focus on strengthening Anwar Ibrahim's second term and amending the party's constitution to align elections with general elections, a model he says is common practice internationally.

EPL: Arsenal ‘tembak’ Newcastle United, layak ke UCL

Arsenal secured their Champions League spot for next season with a 1-0 victory over Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium. Declan Rice scored the winning goal in the 55th minute, assisted by Martin Odegaard. Arsenal's strong performance, despite early pressure from Newcastle, ensured they finished second in the Premier League with 71 points, five points ahead of third-placed Newcastle.

Cara Mazlan mendidik atlet, pentadbir dan wartawan

Pelancong mengamuk tanpa seurat benang

A naked European tourist went on a rampage in Pattaya, Thailand. Around 12:30 am local time, Banglamung Police Station received reports of a naked foreign tourist behaving erratically. Authorities dispatched officers and coordinated with volunteer teams to apprehend the suspect, believed to be between 30 and 40 years old. The tourist resisted arrest, throwing rocks and chairs at police and volunteers while damaging property. He was eventually subdued and taken into custody.

Berkepit sahaja, elok kahwin cepat

Malaysia akur gagal benam Thailand

Malaysia's national sepak takraw team lost 2-0 to Thailand in the men's team regu final of the 2025 Asian Cup at Titiwangsa Stadium. Coach Ahmad Jais Baharun acknowledged the defeat, praising his team's effort but admitting Thailand's superior play and Malaysia's own errors cost them the match. He highlighted Thailand's solid attack and defense, while pointing out Malaysia's struggles, particularly in defense. Despite the loss, which extends Malaysia's 34-year title drought in the event, Jais remains optimistic and emphasizes the need for harder work ahead of the King's Cup and SEA Games.

PSG julang trofi Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) clinched the Ligue 1 title, their first of the season, after defeating Auxerre 3-1 at home. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored twice, with Marquinhos adding another, securing PSG's victory and 84 points after 34 matches. Manager Luis Enrique emphasized the win's importance for boosting morale ahead of the French Cup and Champions League finals, aiming for a treble.

Betulkah industri seni ramai ‘gila’?

Sarikei’s e-waste, recycling campaign gains momentum with public support

Sarikei District Council's (SDC) e-waste recycling program has seen significant growth since its 2022 launch. Collecting 5,278 kg of e-waste and recyclables in its first year, the program saw a substantial increase to 13,369 kg in 2023 and a further jump to 27,954 kg in 2024. Commonly collected items include e-waste, plastic bottles, cans, and used cooking oil. SDC incentivizes participation by offering essential goods in exchange for recyclables. The initiative aims to promote proper e-waste disposal and reduce environmental harm caused by long-decomposing waste like plastic.

10 rakyat Malaysia lumba haram di Hatyai didenda

Ten Malaysians aged 21 to 37 were fined by Thai police in Hatyai on Friday morning for illegal racing. Police responded to public complaints about traffic disruption and noise near the Greenway Night Market. CCTV footage helped identify the individuals and their six vehicles (Honda and Mercedes Benz). They faced charges including obstructing traffic, reckless driving, and vehicle modifications. After paying the fines, they were ordered to return to Malaysia.

Peniaga tular buat siaran langsung cabut bulu tongkeng ayam

BN will only work with like-minded parties for Sabah polls – Ahmad Zahid

Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that the coalition will only collaborate with parties that share its goals of national development and unity for the upcoming Sabah state election. While BN is currently working with Pakatan Harapan (PH), Zahid emphasized that they remain open to cooperation with other like-minded parties, citing the global political trend of coalition governments. He stressed the importance of power-sharing for unity and political consensus, urging Umno divisions in Sabah to support each other for victory in the polls.

Malaysia gagal tamatkan kemarau 34 tahun

7 banduan lari dari penjara diburu

Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail with suspected help from prison staff. Three were recaptured, leaving seven still at large. The escape occurred around 1:01 a.m. local time on Friday when the inmates breached a wall behind a toilet, exited through a warehouse door, and scaled the perimeter wall using blankets for protection against barbed wire. The escape was discovered during a headcount at 8:30 a.m.

Tidak hadir, mana Aniq Suhair?

Sanctions, tariffs and transparency measures: How the EU plans to phase out Russian gas and LNG by 2027

The European Commission plans to propose legal measures in June to completely phase out Russian gas imports by 2027, including banning spot contracts by the end of 2023. While sanctions are the easiest route, they require unanimous approval, which Hungary and Slovakia oppose. The Commission's alternative proposal requires a reinforced majority, potentially bypassing the opposition. Options include tariffs on Russian gas and LNG, similar to those on fertilizers, to make new deals economically unviable and potentially allow companies to exit existing contracts.