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Sir Roger Norrington, who has died aged 91, was a leading figure in the period-instrument movement and a vigorous and often controversial champion of musical authenticity.
Kapten Batik co-founder and director Farhan Omar said that participating in Expo 2025 Osaka signifies more than just showcasing fashion, it represents an opportunity to carry a national narrative and ...
A Batik Air Boeing 737 narrowly avoided disaster during landing in Jakarta amid violent crosswinds, with all passengers and crew safely escaping harm.
Modern slavery exists in an underworld, but on any given day we could walk by one of its victims. It's been estimated that around 41,000 people are living in slavery-like conditions in Australia, ...
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Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, the 18-year-old who played Lily in 'Modern Family,' has come out as bisexual via a video posted to social media.
Putting a new spin on traditional wear, Baju By Oniatta reimagines the past for the present with a unique blend of batik designs and contemporary silhouettes. With the mission of “cultivating ...
"Many years ago, when I came to Kuala Lumpur for the first time, it wasn't as modern," says legendary shoe designer Jimmy Choo, who hails from Penang, an island on Malaysia's north-western coast.
It takes a decent chunk of its 109-minute runtime to warm up, and there will be some for whom it is too merciless, but Mountainhead is an exquisite modern satire.
Listen to ‘Modern Love’ The therapist Terry Real on healthy masculinity, and why his work with men feels more urgent than ever.
Check out the top modern jazz artists who are shaping the genre with creative styles, blending traditional jazz with contemporary elements like hip-hop, & R&B.
“Raya 2025 fashion is all about balancing tradition with a modern touch. Classic silhouettes like baju kurung and kebaya are still favourites, but this year, it’s all about looser cuts, minimalist ...