Yusaku Maezawa: Japan's billionaire spaceman with a taste for art
The 45-year-old tycoon, founder of Japan's largest online fashion mall, is the country's 30th richest person, according to business magazine Forbes. He is known for his luxury living - including private jets, yachts and designer watches, but also his beloved art. He made his fortune as the founder of online fashion store Zozo, which he sold to Yahoo! His love of art became a focus in 2017 when he bought a Jean-Michel Basquiat masterpiece worth US$110.5mil (RM454mil). In an interview with corporate affairs website Nippon Shacho, he said he eventually discovered that the business world was more creative than music.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 14:03 UTC
PM thankful Malaysians can celebrate Aidilfitri in peaceful manner
KUALA LUMPUR (May 13): Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is thankful that Malaysians can still celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri in a peaceful manner. He said Malaysians could still be with their closest family members and stay in contact with those far away via phone. Muhyiddin said he also thought of the plight of the Palestinians, who would not be able to celebrate Aidilfitri after their homes were bombed by Israeli jets and rockets. “It’s a big test that they are being forced to face at a time when other Muslims are busy celebrating Aidilfitri. He said that the spread of Covid-19 and existence of new variants with very high infectivity rates had stifled daily activities and routines, requiring everyone to celebrate Aidilfitri in a different way compared to previous years.
Source:The Edge Markets
May 13, 2021 13:07 UTC
New generation of digital banks bets on minority markets
It is among a cohort of new digital banks in the United States targeting communities where many people say their needs have not been met by mainstream lenders. "Historically, community banks have focused on cheaper customer acquisition by focusing on an underserved geography," said Ian Kar, founder and CEO of research firm Fintech Today. Developing banking services around people's identity, like race and sexual orientation, is a modern approach." The company began by offering financial services to the Nigerian community in Houston, later expanding to Cubans in Miami. CEO Magnus Larsson said many migrants go to physical stores in their communities to access basic financial services.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 10:13 UTC
Malls reopen, shoppers return for last-minute shopping during Raya
PETALING JAYA: Several shopping malls in the city saw the return of shoppers on the first day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri following their temporary closures after being flagged through the Hotspot Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) last week. Shopping malls reopened on Wednesday (May 12) after being forced to close for three days for sanitisation works after being flagged as a potential Covid-19 hotspot under HIDE. “Shoppers would come in to order their food takeaways or get their Hari Raya shopping done and then leave,” the spokesperson said. At the 1Utama shopping mall, stringent checks of people’s risk status on the MySejahtera app were also being conducted. There were others too seen gathering to take photographs with the Hari Raya decorations put up by the mall.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 09:33 UTC
Uighurs in Xinjiang, China celebrate first day of Aidilfitri with prayers, family gatherings
URUMQI, China: Uighur Muslims here gathered at mosques to conduct prayers here on the first day of the month of Syawal. At the 123-year-old Yanghang Mosque, worshippers were seen entering the mosque compound as early as 6.30am on Thursday (May 13). Mulla Mamat, 97, said he was going home to make preparations for the festival after prayers. Urumqi is the provincial capital of the Xinjiang region in northwest China, where Uighur Muslims are the majority ethnic group. The Yanghang Mosque, a major place of worship for Muslims in the city, is named after the street where it is located.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 09:02 UTC
Dance instructor, family spread some Raya cheer with music video
PETALING JAYA: The Hari Raya festive period is a time that V. Savithri and her family look forward to eagerly every year. In an attempt to spread cheer and goodwill, Savithri and her family produced an Indian-style Hari Raya greeting music video last year. The video went viral on social media, with Malaysians from all races praising the effort shown by the family from Seremban. This year, Savitri and her musically-inclined family made another music video, garnering similar praise as their previous effort. One of my friends told me that she has been listening to the song over and over again.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 06:33 UTC
Setbacks and survival: master craftsman uses challenges to forge strength
The master carver was then back in his home state of Johor when the Temerloh flood hit. The recent Temerloh Series 2021 at Rumah Lukis featured restored woodworks by Muhaimin which were damaged in a flood in 2014. The intricacies and details in Muhaimin’s wood carvings are so uniquely his, it’s akin to recognising a painter for his brushstrokes. We made wood carving products like furniture and interior design that can be sold, ” the father of four shares. He also gets invitations by schools and institutions to teach wood carving and conduct workshops.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 06:00 UTC
Health DG makes battle cry against Covid-19
PUTRAJAYA (Bernama): "The war is still on and Health Ministry (MOH) personnel are the last line of defence to break the Covid-19 chain of infection. It is routine for Dr Noor Hisham to go on Hari Raya Aidilfitri rounds to cheer up healthcare personnel as a sign of his support for frontliners. Smartly dressed in a light grey baju Melayu, Dr Noor Hisham spent about 30 minutes at the hospital. The lives and health of individuals are important, especially during a pandemic,” said Kamsiyah, who has been serving for 24 years. - BernamaArticle type: metered User Type: anonymous web User Status: Campaign ID: 46 Cxense type: free User access status: 3
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 05:15 UTC
Jack Ma emerges from seclusion to attend office party
Ma, who sported a blue shirt and white pants, was seen smiling at staff during the event at the headquarters in Hangzhou. Ma’s last public appearance was during a video conference meeting ofthe Russian Geographical Society with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Tse, 40, uploaded a photo of himself with the 65-year-old actor on his social media a few days ago. Videos of the wedding in October last year recently attracted public attention on social media due to the large amount of the dowry. Taking to social media to share her love story, the bride said she had been in love with her husband for a long time before finally getting the green light to marry.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 00:45 UTC
It took 14 years for her to be diagnosed correctly
In university, I was happy and very active in the uniformed body Kesatria, even holding the position of platoon leader. This time, I was taken to the hospital, but was told that I was overworked and should therefore rest. I was finally diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in 2014 at the age of 44 after I visited a rheumatologist. On bad days, when my disease flares and my joints become swollen, I am unable to work. My dream is to be able to walk without difficulty and not be in pain.
Source:The Star
May 13, 2021 00:00 UTC
Unleashing the potential of E&O and Kerjaya
KUALA LUMPUR: Potential synergies could be realised following boardroom changes at property developer Eastern & Oriental Bhd (E&O) and construction services company Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (KPGB). Datuk Tee Eng Ho, the common shareholder in both companies is the new executive chairman of E&O. All the experiences can be shared with E&O, ” Eng Ho told a press conference yesterday. Eng Ho has an effective stake of 55.2% in E&O through Amazing Parade Sdn Bhd. I believe the London market will be coming back very soon once Covid-19 is under control, ” Eng Ho said.
Source:The Star
May 12, 2021 23:27 UTC
Juggling two loves not a grey area for Greysia
PETALING JAYA: Indonesia’s women’s doubles star Greysia Polii is doing just fine juggling between badminton and married life. The 33-year-old got married to Felix Claudius Djimin last December but it has not stopped her from doing well in the women’s doubles with her 23-year-old partner Apriyani Rahayu. And she is now gearing up for her third Olympic Games, which will be held in Tokyo, with a determination to achieve her best. “I got married (on Dec 23,2020) despite it being the Olympics season. “Apriyani and I are clear about our goals - we want nothing else but a good result at the Olympics.”
Source:The Star
May 12, 2021 23:26 UTC
Soccer-Buffon in demand after deciding to leave Juve
(Reuters) - Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon said he has received offers from other clubs as he contemplates his next move, having decided on leaving Turin at the end of the season. Retirement is not on the cards just yet, with plenty of suitors already showing an interest. "I arrived at Juve as a boy with a lot of enthusiasm and less balance, and I go away as a happy man," Buffon told DAZN. I have received some offers and I want to see if I am enthusiastic, how the desire settles down. "I have always given enthusiasm and determination, if someone manages to give it to me too I would gladly welcome it."
Source:The Star
May 12, 2021 23:21 UTC
Soccer-Arsenal defeat a wake-up call, says Chelsea boss Tuchel
LONDON (Reuters) - Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said his side's 1-0 defeat by Arsenal on Wednesday was their own fault and a "wake-up call" ahead of a huge end to the season. "We weren't on the pitch with the same energy, it wasn't easy to come up with the intensity and passing. With an FA Cup final on Saturday against Leicester City, Tuchel made a number of changes to his starting lineup. It resulted in only a third defeat in 26 games in all competitions for Tuchel and left Chelsea in fourth spot in the Premier League with two games to play. "I felt it a little bit coming in training and I'm a bit unlucky that it's proven today on the pitch.
Source:The Star
May 12, 2021 23:18 UTC
No dine-in but you can still tuck in
KLANG: Soon after the movement control order was implemented in Selangor recently and dine-ins were restricted, restaurant owner Jacqueline Ong spotted some people eating takeaways in their cars. “For Moka Artisan Coffee, they have to walk in to order and wait in their cars to be served. Those wanting to eat at Namaste can call to order their food if they don’t wish to walk in. “As Namaste provides soup with meals, we serve drinks followed by soup. “I hope this trend will pick up as not many people are aware of our latest dining service, ’’ she said.
Source:The Star
May 12, 2021 22:52 UTC