Malaysia - Different strokes, different folks. Four Malaysian designers give their own take on native inspiration at Stylo. Malaysia is made up of all sorts. There are those who abide by traditions and those who like to push the boundaries. Our society is diverse and this point was clearly illustrated during the third gala eveni... detail... »
Brunei Darussalam - The public will be able to catch a glimpse of American history and culture when the Brunei Museum exhibits next week photographs of Native Americans by a famed American ethnographer. Organised with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, the American Embassy announced yesterday that it would be showcasing the... detail... »
Malaysia - When I studied architecture, I was enthralled by the works of Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Henry Sullivan who had wanted to develop a better architectural language of democracy for America. I read about William Morris and john Ruskin struggling to educate the British about honouring their own art and craft heritage ... detail... »
Malaysia - Jendela Batik showcases feminine dresses at Stylo KL Fashion Festival. Fashion icon that was the image carved by the late US first lady Jackie Onassis Kennedy and award-winning actress Audrey Hepburn in the 50s and 60s. These classic beauties were known for their elegance, which had a strong impact on the fashion of th... detail... »
Bulgaria - Bulgaria`s Minister of Culture Stefan Danailov met Friday with his Indonesian counterpart thus enhancing the traditional cultural contacts between the two countries. The visit of Indonesia`s Minister of Culture and Tourism Jero Wachik started Friday and in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, and will continue on Saturday with a ... detail... »
Malaysia - The first Putrajaya Arts Festival will end its run tomorrow with manga-related events. Geared to help place Putrajaya in the limelight as a centre of creativity and cultural pursuits in the nation, the arts fest initiated by master developer Putrajaya Holdings was launched in July last year. Federal Territories Mi... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei - Dikir Sharafil Anam prayers were held throughout the country, mostly at mosques, last night to mark Mauludul Rasul, the birthday celebration of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Acting Minister of Religious Affairs, Pehin Dato Paduka Seri Setia Ustaz Hj Awang Badaruddin bin Pengarah Dato Paduka ... detail... »
Brunei - Majlis Ugama Islam Brunei yesterday sponsored a less privileged student and provided her financial help for further studies at UBD. Nurkhairunisa Arbica Abdullah Merdan received $2,600 for her academic fees and semester allowance. In 2005, the body also presented her with $3,900 for similar expenses. "We have already sp... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam - The Language and Literature Bureau is set to organise a Language Forum on April -23 at the International Convention Centre. The forum is one of the side activities of the 24th National Day celebrations. Minister of Communications Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Kema Dato Seri Setia Haji Awang Abu B... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur - Fourteen artifacts estimated to be worth millions of ringgit were stolen from the Malaysian Historic and Ethnography museum in the central state Malacca, news reports said Sunday. Priceless weapons comprising eleven traditional Malay daggers from the Malay sultanate and three pistols from the Portuguese era were believed... detail... »
UK - The Leeds University Union Brunei Society (commonly known as BruLeeds Society) recently organised a Brunei exhibition at Riley Smith Hall, University of Leeds. It was the second big event hosted by the society since its establishment in 2007. According to BruLeeds Society President Hamizah Hanim Haji Hamzah, the exhibition was... detail... »
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam - Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam are set to explore areas of cooperation in fighting corruption, with capacity building as the focus for both countries. A delegation from the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) from Indonesia, headed by Chairman, Antasari Azhar made Brunei their desti... detail... »