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From ‘Zi Char Uncle’ to Oddle founder, Jonathan Lim wants to help restaurants help themselves
His dive into F&B started in university, delivering food to hungry students in hostels.
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In southern Johor’s east coast, a new economic region emerges from isolation
It is being spurred by a large oil and gas project, a rejuvenated Desaru and mega-residential projects.
Indian egg farmers upbeat over exports to Malaysia
Farmers in Namakkal, egg capital of India, say they can supply eggs more cheaply than global prices.
Thailand faces tougher competition for high-tech foreign investments as election jitters mount
Foreign direct investment has yet to recover to levels seen before the military seized power in 2014.

When trash becomes trendy for Thailand’s fashion industry
Interest in upcycled garments is growing in Thailand, as shoppers seek more sustainable and environmentally friendly clothes.
Climate Change
Climate tipping points in Amazon, Tibet 'linked': Scientists
Can one climate tipping point have a domino effect on another region? Recent research suggests this is already happening.
Activists slam appointment of UAE oil boss to lead climate talks
Activists say the year-end COP28 climate talks "must be free from the polluting influence of the fossil fuel industry".
Climate change could usher in a new era of trade wars
Policies aimed at speeding the green energy transition risk putting foreign countries and companies at a disadvantage.
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Can I Tell You Something Crazy... about the Edison Chen sex-photogate?
It has been exactly 15 years since the scandal first broke on Jan 27, 2008. Get a cuppa, sit back and let us transport you back in pop culture history.