Logitech mice for any surface Nov 6, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: The latest Logitech Performance Mouse M950 and Anywhere Mouse M905 can be used virtually on any surface including clear glass (thats at least 4mm thick) and high-gloss surfaces. M905. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Indians top list of overstaying in Malaysia Nov 5, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Indians top the list of those who arrived under the visa on arrival (VOA) scheme and overstayed in Malaysia during 2006-09, a minister said Thursday to justify India being excluded from the scheme. India is clubbed with Afghanistan and Pakistan for being excluded from the scheme earlier this year to safeguard "national security", Deputy Home Minister Wira Abu Seman Yusop told Dewan Rakyat (parliament). (India Times)
Lower costs help midcap firm profits; s00004000ales still a worry Nov 4, 2009
Pricier bourses include those in Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur. "The market is ahead of valuations," said Ajay Parmar, head of institutional equities at brokerage Emkay Global. (India Times)
* Top US diplomats arrive in Myanmar Nov 4, 2009
This combination of file photos shows Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Kurt Campbell, left, on Sept. 30 in Washington and US Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs Scot Marciel on May 7 last year in Kuala Lumpur. The two senior US envoys arrived in Myanmar yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Sponsors unite to fund bowlers campaign in the US Nov 4, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Asias only professional bowler Shalin Zulkifli can go on a roll in the United States without worries now that she can count on financial support to help her in her campaign in the PBA womens series. Nine companies from the private sector have contributed a total of RM74,000 to enable Shalin to compete in the US.. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* Travel fair closes on a positive note Nov 3, 2009
The airline had just moved into Taiwan by introducing flights to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. A lot of people came and asked why we could provide flights with such economic fares, said Pauline Shan (_T), AirAsias public relations representative. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Steve Jobs, the Ultimate Challenge Awaits You Nov 2, 2009
There is no budget travel in Asias biggest economy and AirAsia Xs plans to begin flying from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo next year will electrify things. Branson could even co-run JAL with AirAsia Chief Executive Officer , 45, another maverick who is pumping new energy into a staid business -- and making money. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Life is an adventure Nov 1, 2009
Creating computer worlds and exploring the real world has always been the same to me, Garriott, 48, says at the Forbes CEO Global Conference in Kuala Lumpur last month. I invested in space in 1982, the same year I founded Origin (his computer game business). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Malaysian girls easily duped Nov 1, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian lasses are an easy lot to charm. They are easily smitten by sweet words and gifts, making them an easy target for drug-trafficking syndicates looking for mules. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Strong Aussie dollar boosts tourism to Malaysia Nov 1, 2009
Up to September this year, Australian arrivals in Kuala Lumpur registered an increase of 20. 6 percent to 371,488 as compared with the same period last year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Asian tennis stars to fight it out with Russians in M'sia Oct 27, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: World No. 5 Elena Dementieva will join forces with fellow Russian Maria Kirilenko to take on two of Asias current tennis icons Sania Mirza of India and Zheng Jie of China in the Showdown of Champions at the Malawati Stadium in Shah Alam on Dec 19 and 20 ... Special gift: Kournikova handing over an autograph ball to the Director-General of Tourism Malaysia Datuk Mohammad Mirza at the launch in Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur, yesterday as Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia president... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Making connections Oct 26, 2009
The Kuala Lumpur-born also believes in trying new things and lending a helping hand to others ... NAME: Joanna Yeoh AGE: 39 HOMETOWN: Kuala Lumpur EDUCATION: Bukit Bintang Girls School, Universiti Malaya, KL; University of Birmingham, Britain OCCUPATION: Leadership and organisational development consultant CURRENT BASE: Singapore YEARS ABROAD: Eight E-MAIL. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Witness available for Lingam case, say PKR MPs Oct 26, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: A witness would be introduced to the House to keep the Datuk V.K. Lingam case open, said R. Sivarasa (PKR-Subang) ... She is not in Kuala Lumpur but is willing to travel down, said Loh Gwo-Burne (PKR-Kelana Jaya) who was also at the press conference. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Free flights for plane baby Oct 26, 2009
"The baby was safely delivered when flight AK 6506 was approaching Kuala Lumpur for landing at 2000 feet," the airline said in a statement, adding that mother and baby were taken to a nearby hospital following touchdown. "To celebrate this momentous occasion, we decided to present both mother and child with free flights for life," said AirAsia's director of operations Moses Devanayagam after visiting them in hospital. (iAfrica.com)
Commission to operate as a single authority to ensure better public transport Oct 24, 2009
Also in the works are expansion of special bus lanes in Kuala Lumpur. The Government will also be pushing for the construction of the Integrated Transport Terminal in Gombak which will reduce congestion in the city centre. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
In-Flight Delivery: Woman Has Baby On Plane Oct 23, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia -- An official says a Malaysian woman has given premature birth to a boy on a domestic flight, minutes before it landed in Kuala Lumpur ... AirAsia spokesman Nazatul Mokhtar said Friday that the flight was diverted to nearby Kuala Lumpur for an emergency landing when Liew started labor pains. (Click2Houston, TX)
5-yr, 20 aircraft rules hitting Indian carriers Oct 21, 2009
These passengers reach hubs like Dubai, Doha, Qatar, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore in time to fill up the wide-bodies of home airlines that go to all parts of the globe, including far away Rio and Buenos Aires. So profitable is the Indian market for foreign airlines that Gulf airlines applied for permission to fly into five cities, including three metros, even before starting operation. (India Times)
Happy Diwali! from darkness to light Oct 17, 2009
Diwali, or the Festival of Light, is the high point in the Hindu calendar and is celebrated not just in the worlds most populous democracy but in little Indias in Serangoon (Singapore), KL (Kuala Lumpur) and elsewhere. Some festivals transcend religious boundaries. (India Times)
Bali escapes tide of recession Oct 16, 2009
Pioneer budget airline Air Asia flies direct to Bali from ASEAN hubs Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Bangkok, with one way fares starting as low as US$60. As reported by website BaliDiscovery. (Asia Times Online)
Foreign flights for half the price Oct 14, 2009
This year, its long-haul division, AirAsia X, began service from Kuala Lumpur to London (with one-way initial fares as low as $250). The U.S. could be next (with likely service to LAX and JFK), though negotiations are still under way. (MSNBC -- Travel)
AirAsias three new daily flights to India Oct 14, 2009
PETALING JAYA: AirAsia will start daily direct (Trivandrum) in India from Kuala Lumpur beginning November, the low-cost carrier said in a statement Wednesday. It will be offering all-inclusive fares from as low as RM129 one-way for the booking period of Oct 15 to 20 to travel between Nov 12 and July 31, 2010 for Kochi; Nov 16 to July 31, 2010 for Thiruvananthapuram; and Nov 19 to July 31 for Kolkata. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Brickfields bazaar may be smaller but visitors like the central location Oct 13, 2009
Many Indians find the area a perfect place to shop compared with other areas in Kuala Lumpur like Masjid India and Lebuh Ampang. Yummy: Deepavali delicacies are also available at Klangs Little India. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Free honeymoons in Malaysia to rescue marriages Oct 13, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia A Malaysian state government says it plans to offer free honeymoons to save the marriages of couples who are on the brink of divorce. Ashaari Idris, a government official in northern Terengganu state, says troubled couples will be allowed to spend two nights at the state's scenic islands or beach resorts to help them rekindle their romance under a "Second Honeymoon" program. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Couple on a cycling mission Oct 13, 2009
He said they would explore some islands in Pahang and Terengganu before continuing their journey to Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and Cameron Highlands. Route map: The second-leg trail of Ferge and Stani during their journey around the world. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AI to deploy B777s for long-haul flights Oct 11, 2009
Apart from it, Air India Express will soon be introducing all-economy A320 aircraft on Dubai, Sharjah, Kuala Lumpur and Colombo sectors from various cities in India. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Malaysia Cup: Night of joy and sorrow on the cards Oct 10, 2009
Perak have a tricky away date with Kuala Lumpur while Johor FC should have no problems against already out of contention UPB-MyTeam. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Genting CEO gets award Oct 10, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Genting chairman and chief executive Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay has been named Travel Entrepreneur of the Year by Travel Trade Gazette Asia (TTG Asia). Genting said in a statement that the award honoured an individual for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the tourism and travel industry in Asia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Morib set to regain past glory with latest project Oct 9, 2009
With the project located just 15 minutes away from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, accessibility is the least of the worry. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AirAsia, named Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier Oct 9, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Bhd was named the Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier while chief executive officer Datuk Seri Tony Fernandes was named Travel Personality of The Year by leading Asia-Pacific travel news publisher TTG.. AirAsia received the award for being the best in service, network and schedules; in dealings with travel agents for reservations, confirmations and commission payments; and in sales and marketing team professionalism. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Oil above $71 on recovery hopes Oct 7, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Oil prices rose above $71 a barrel Wednesday in Asia as increased optimism about a global economic recovery boosted expectations 00004000 that crude demand will grow ... 51 by midday Kuala Lumpur time in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. (India Times)
Taekwondo exponents target two golds at world championships Oct 6, 2009
PUTRAJAYA: Taekwondo exponent Lyonel Tan Ooi Keong has been travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh for training every weekend for the last three months. And he hopes that all his sacrifices will pay off in his fourth appearance in the world (ITF) championships, which will be held in St Petersburg from Oct 12-17. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Stars positive response to maiden tourney bodes well for its future Oct 6, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: World-class players were the selling point of the just concluded Proton Malaysian Open tennis championships and if their response was anything to go by, the organisers certainly have a lot of positive things to work on for the event next year ... Whether the status of the championships is upgraded from the current 250 ranking points will very much depend on the depth in the pockets of the title sponsors and their willingness to get the big names to play in Kuala Lumpur. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Back with a bang Oct 5, 2009
This year, M-IFW is presented by Maxis and will be held at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur next month ... You recently were host for a dinner event in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and appeared natural and relaxed on stage ... Officially endorsed by Matrade, M-IFW is scheduled from November 4 to 8 at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Here comes Dino Oct 5, 2009
Amber Chia with her Pleo after the official launch of the robotic pet in Kuala Lumpur last year. Chew's advice is to mould Pleo's disposition to match yours. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
His melting pot Oct 4, 2009
I knew from age three that I wanted to be a chef but with food and music always filling our home, it was only natural for me to take to both and explore all that I could, the youthful-looking 35-year-old tells The Star at the Hilton Kuala Lumpur. He was in Malaysia recently to promote his upcoming Everyday Exotic series, which premieres on Discovery Travel g (Astro Channel 707) on Tuesday, Oct 6. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Kuala Lumpur in Transit Oct 4, 2009
Flying to and around South East Asia with a low cost carrier like Air Asia may leave backpackers and travelers with an overnight layover in Kuala Lumpur ... Kuala Lumpur's Airports ... Air Asia flies into the LCCT (low cost carrier terminal) of Kuala Lumpur. (Suite101.com)
BMW turns to diesel cars to rev up sales Oct 2, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Malaysia Sdn Bhd has taken a bold move by introducing four diesel-powered cars to consumers in the hope that such cars will find greater acceptance over time. The company is banking on greater fuel efficiency and more power of the diesel-powered cars all under the EfficientDynamics tagline to drive acceptance and sales. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Up to 200 Dead in Indonesia Earthquake Oct 1, 2009
Sept. 30: Office workers gather outside their building after feeling an earthquake tremor in downtown Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Sept. 30: Office workers gather outside their building after feeling an earthquake tremor in downtown Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Fox News)
Salon-perfect hair Oct 1, 2009
There are now more than 20 Toni airdressing academies all around the world, with the latest one set to open in Kuala Lumpur next month. All Toni airdressers, whether in London or Japan or elsewhere, are retested every year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Reliance eyeing 15% sales growth for travel division Sep 25, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Reliance Pacific Bhd targets a sales growth of 15% for its travel division in its current financial year ending Mar 31, 2010 (FY10), boosted mainly by its online travel services portal, PYOTravel. com. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
* FEATURE : Guinness celebrates 250th anniversary Sep 25, 2009
Arthurs Day, as the company has dubbed yesterdays events, will be celebrated in Lagos, New York and Kuala Lumpur as well as Dublin, with gigs planned for St James Brewery, the home of Guinness in Dublin and music venues throughout the city. Publicans and their customers around the country will also be joining in the celebrations by raising a Guinness to Arthur and the musical events will be broadcast live into pubs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Guide to Hiking in Taman Negara Sep 24, 2009
Malaysia is a country full of wonders: from the East-meets-West wonders of Kuala Lumpur, to the colonial charm of old-world Melaka, but for adventurous travelers, a trip to Taman Negara cannot be missed. Taman Negara, Malaysia s biggest national park, has a total area of 4,343 km2, and is fast becoming a major draw for eco-tourists from around the world. (Suite101.com)
Malaysia ranks fourth in duty-free shopping Sep 24, 2009
Web search enhanced by. Thursday September 24, 2009. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Mystery, Magic, Malaysia Sep 23, 2009
The British, who ruled the country until 1957, used to retreat here from the summer heat of the capital, Kuala Lumpur, to cool hills and tea plantations. They built enclaves of Tudor style mansions and guesthouses, where they would do their best to replicate life at home, playing badminton and croquet, having dinner parties with plenty of servants to keep the gardens looking as lush as in Surrey. (Concierge.com)
Got the pink-slip? Take a trip Sep 22, 2009
"The clothes, the hair, the makeup, the nailsit was constant stimulation." And after making her way through the boutiques of Harajuku and Shibuya and, later, the mega malls of Kuala Lumpur, something started to click. "Taking in all the style and culture around me, I felt like I was authentically me," Romaana says. (MSNBC -- Travel)
'Uncool' to use the bus Sep 22, 2009
Although bus companies have no official statistics on commuter profile, random checks in bus stands around here and in Kuala Lumpur showed the ratio almost at one Malaysian to seven foreigners. This is also evident in KL Sentral, where most of the foreign workers converge to catch a bus to their destination. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Mas Selamat happy to be detained in Msia Sep 21, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Jemaah Islamiah (JI) militant Mas Selamat Kastari is happy to be detained in Malaysia, but he hopes to see his wife and five children during the Hari Raya celebration, according to Suhakam (the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia) vice-chairman Tan Sri Simon Sipaun. Sipaun told The Straits Times that Mas Selamat, who is currently detained under the Internal Security Act, did not have any complaints about the detention centre in Kamunting, Perak, when he visited him on Friday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
* Malaysian princes in public feud after brawl at nightclub Sep 21, 2009
ROYAL TROUBLES: The claim that a princes guards lured another prince to a hotel only to beat him up at gunpoint has raised eyebrows AFP, KUALA LUMPUR Monday, Sep 21, 2009, Page 5. A feud between two Malaysian princes has erupted in public, with one of the royals saying he was held at gunpoint and badly beaten after a row at a nightclub. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Gift that was long overdue Sep 20, 2009
Yong, born on Nov 15, 1940 to a Chinese migrant in Kuala Lumpur, was the only one of six siblings without a blue identity card. I really dont know what happened to my documents. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Oil lower Friday on concerns economic recovery slow(update) Sep 18, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Oil prices weakened Friday in Asia, dampened by concerns that a recovery in the U.S. economy may be slower than expected. Benchmark crude for October delivery fell 29 cents to $72. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
StanChart beefing up priority banking Sep 17, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Bhd expects to double both its priority banking customer base and relationship manager force over the next three years ... In terms of product offerings for its affluent customers, the bank will focus on its recently-launched foreign currency retail bond and mortgage product pegged to the three-month Kuala Lumpur Interbank Offered Rate. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Malaysia Frees 5 Untried Terror Suspects Sep 16, 2009
(KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia) Malaysia on Tuesday freed five terror suspects held for up to 7 1/2 years without trial under a strict security law that has been severely criticized by civil rights groups. Home Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said the Malaysian men were released because they no longer presented a threat. (Time.com)
Indonesian hatred of Malaysia: Ulterior motives suspected Sep 15, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign Minister Datuk Anifah Aman believes that there is a small group of people with ulterior motives playing up supposedly contentious issues between Malaysia and Indonesia. In his meeting with his Indonesian counterpart in Jakarta on Thursday, he said they will discuss why a small group of people in Indonesia kept on playing up the Pendet dance issue despite the explanation given by the Discovery Channel to the relevant authorities. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A (H1N1): 231 new patients with flu-like symptoms warded Sep 13, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: The death toll due to Influenza A(H1N1) remained at 74 with no new deaths recorded in the past 24 hours, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Mohd Ismail Merican said Sunday morning. A total of 231 new patients with influenzalike illness were admitted to hospital, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
9 ways to celebrate Sep 10, 2009
In Malaysia, more than 500 ethnic Chinese couples married at a Buddhist temple in Kuala Lumpur. That's because Chinese culture considers the number nine auspicious. (CNN -- International)
Young winners of Jerneh Friend Of Green Malaysia competition. Sep 8, 2009
Though the Universiti Islam Antarabangsa student stays in Kuala Lumpur, Afiq decided that it would be best to shoot the video back in his kampung in Yan. The folks there are not well versed with energy conservation. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Cast-iron wonder Sep 8, 2009
IKFF-certified kettlebell classes are available at the KTA Academy at 41 Bangsar Puteri, Jalan Medang Serai, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. For more information log on to , e-mail or call 012-202 6111. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
HK actress Myolie may date Malaysian men Sep 7, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: The queen of TVB, Myolie Wu Hang Yee, says she is looking for love and will even consider dating Malaysian men ... The singer/actress, who is quite familiar with Kuala Lumpur after having visited Malaysia several times, said she liked it here. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
11 new hotels by 2011 Sep 7, 2009
Although the opening of more four- and five-star hotels may heighten competition in the local hotel scene, they (especially the new brands) will enhance the global awareness of Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley in totality as an international destination for leisure, culture and meeting, she said ... The 5-star Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur, soft-launched in April, expects to achieve 55% occupancy rate by year-end ... Operated by Boustead Hotels ts Sdn Bhd, The Royale hotel chain also has three 4-star... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Overseas Chinese influence on trade Sep 5, 2009
Singapore is a true city state; its population is barely more than 61% the population of metro Kuala Lumpur and about 17% the population of Malaysia. Hong Kong, though now part of China, spent much of its recent history as a city state. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Getting into the Hari Raya mood Sep 5, 2009
THE shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya have once again gone out of their way to welcome shoppers for the Hari Raya celebrations. StarMetro visited two malls in KL and two in Petaling Jaya, which have come up with different themes, each catering to its clients. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
KL ranks top 3 city for business in Asia Sep 5, 2009
BANGKOK: Kuala Lumpur has been ranked among the top three cities for business in Asia in the SmartTravelAsia ... Kuala Lumpur came in fourth in the Best City for Shopping category, which was topped by Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok ... Kuala Lumpur International Airport grabbed the fourth place in the best airport category, which was won by Singapores Changi Airport while Hong Kong International Airport and Bangkoks Suvarnabhumi came in second and third respectively. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Tourist arrivals up despite global economic slowdown Sep 4, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourist arrivals in Malaysia have increased despite the global economic slump and the pandemic influenza A (H1N1). This was shown by a 3. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Online travel agency eyes RM60mil sales Sep 3, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Home-grown online travel agency PYOTravel ... Call centres have been set up in Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai and Manila. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Airlines raising more cash from higher prices Sep 2, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Airline share prices rose 3. 6% this month to 7. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
