Going Places November 2018

NOVEMBER 2018

Inside Liverpool FC’s iconic Anfield Stadium

MY Guide to Liverpool, England ■ The Hindu Festival of Diwali ■ Pillars of Sabah art project

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China’s dying art of cormorant fishing in pictures ■ Indie bookstores ■ Java’s soul city of Yogyakarta

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An inside look at Liverpool FC’s iconic football stadium

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FROM THE COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF

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Our exclusive digital content

MY GUIDE 32 Liverpool, England

EDITOR’S NOTE

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MAIL ROOM

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THREE TO WATCH

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE | SEE

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE | DINE

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE | STAY

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE | ART

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Our in-flight movie recommendations

Events taking place this month

What’s new in the world of dining Hospitality news and options

What to see in the art world this month

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CONTENTS

PHOTOBOOK | Cormorant Fishing 46 China’s dying ancient art of fishing in pictures

FASHION + ACCESSORIES 72 The globetrotter’s styling guide

WARISAN 64

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EXPLORE | Yogyakarta 54

Features IN PROFILE | Pillars of Sabah

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CHEF’S CUT

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EXPLORE | Indie bookstores

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MALAYSIAN ICON

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THE CURE

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SEEN + HEARD

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Malaysian artists turn abandoned site into colourful street art project Victor Law introduces Malaysian cuisine to Chicagoans More than the usual titles Yap Ah Loy

Lotions, potions, spas, and more Your in-flight entertainment guide Events in Malaysia and around the world

A bastion of Javanese culture, art and history

Inside Malaysia Airlines 75

FLEET

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SAFETY + SERVICE INFO

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WHERE WE FLY

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NEWS

The Hindu celebration of the festival of lights

GIZMOS + GADGETS 71 Cool gadgets in focus this month

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Thrill-seekers can experience the ultimate rush at the remote Nevis Valley near Queenstown, New Zealand, where the Nevis Catapult awaits. The catapult propels riders 150 metres out across a ravine, before they plummet toward the valley floor in a series of jaw-dropping bounces. Housed in a pod between a series of cables, the catapult allows participants to experience up to 3G of force and speeds of up to 100 kilometres per hour in just 1.5 seconds.

Iconic Malaysian Skyscrapers Towering structures strike awe and wonder in our hearts. Think the Burj al-Khalifa in Dubai, New York’s Empire State Building, or the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Malaysia has its own share of iconic skyscrapers too.

We list five impressive buildings that have shaped the skyline of Malaysian cities – and that no visitor to the country should miss.

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pastime: the sharing of good food and mouthwatering traditional sweets and delicacies.

If you’re visiting Malaysia during Deepavali and have been invited to someone’s home, don’t decline the invitation. This will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Malaysian Hospitality at its finest and some authentic homemade Malaysian Indian food.

Speaking about festivals brings back fond memories of my days as a pilot. Being a flight crew often takes you away from family and friends during significant celebrations and most, if not all, celebrations are celebrated either 35,000 feet in the air or at an overseas base. It was during my years of flying that I truly discovered the meaning of being at home, away from home. It is a tradition for the Malaysia Airlines crew to celebrate all Malaysian festivals together. No matter where we are flying, we always make it a point to ring in the festivities together, with delicious Malaysian food and warm camaraderie.

At Malaysia Airlines, we strive daily to emulate and deliver the very essence of authentic Malaysian Hospitality (MH) across all our customer touchpoints. Our unique brand of MH is not only found onboard but in every Malaysian you meet. It’s how we are with one another and everyone else. It’s what makes us all uniquely Malaysian and it will be what you remember most as a guest with us.

The MH Customer experience is a central tenet for us and much has been invested into improving and enhancing our overall products and services. We have just received the last of our six A330-200 aircraft which will be operated on secondary Asia Pacific cities from Australia/New Zealand to ASEAN and South Asian destinations, offering customers a far more superior in-flight experience and additional comfort. These new additions to our fleet will allow us to increase capacity and up-gauge flights that are currently being operated by our narrow body fleet of aircraft.

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Dear Guests,

Welcome on board. The month of November holds special significance for the Hindu community worldwide as Diwali or Deepavali, as it is more commonly known in Malaysia, is celebrated on 6 November. This celebration symbolises the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance.

In Malaysia, everyone enjoys the festivities of Deepavali when our friends of Hindu faith invite us to their homes to celebrate this wonderful festival together. What follows is a very Malaysian

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We have also embarked on a journey of digitalisation to offer our customers more convenience and simplicity in terms of air travel.

Our aim is to ensure the ever-evolving needs of our customers are met with the right balance of technology and human touch. We still have miles to go, but with a 13,000-strong team focused on our customers, I firmly believe that we are on the right track.

Whether you are travelling to or from Malaysia, I assure you that you are in the best of hands. Our team will do all they can to make your journey a pleasant and memorable one. To our guests celebrating Deepavali, I wish you a meaningful celebration with your family and friends. ■

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Even if you’re not an LFC fan, visitors to Liverpool should definitely go see the stadium. It isn’t far from the city centre, the tour is comprehensive, and if planned right, you will get to meet one or two of the club’s legends. But if you’re a true Reds fan, time your visit to watch a match. The mood is electrifying. For more of what to see and how the club upkeeps a stadium like Anfield, read my story on pages 38-41.

My stay in Liverpool was brief but if truth be told, it was one I enjoyed immensely. The city is full of history and is one of the most culture-rich cities I’ve ever visited. Liverpudlians are a very friendly lot and the Scouse accent is absolutely adorable, if it can be described as such!

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In that short stay, I watched a live band perform at the legendary cellar that is the Cavern Club, where The Beatles formed their musical identity; I walked around the famous Albert Dock waterfront, a World Heritage Site, to see its regeneration; I visited the Liverpool Cathedral for its stunning architecture and Tate Liverpool for its modern art collection; but the most thrilling of all was the once-in-a-lifetime chance to actually see a ferry cross the Mersey. Liverpool is only two and a half hours away by train from London. There really is no excuse not to visit. To read what else there is to do in Europe’s Capital of Culture for 2008, do turn to pages 32-33.

Julie Goh Editor

If you think life as the editor of a travel magazine is exciting because we get to travel anywhere we want, think again. It’s not as thrilling as it’s made out to be. Well, not for me at least.

My days as an editor are spent at the office, planning and commissioning articles, chasing deadlines and ensuring the magazine gets printed and delivered on time. But when an opportunity does come up to travel for work, I try to make the best of it, and it usually turns out to be very fun and rewarding.

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, falls on 6 November this year. It is celebrated by people of the Hindu faith all over the world to signify the triumph of good over evil and of light over darkness. If you’re in Kuala Lumpur, do head to Little India in Brickfields a couple of days in advance of the festival for a taste of the lively atmosphere there. You’ll be able to shop for traditional clothes and festive decorations as well as for Diwali snacks and sweets. The vibrant colours alone will trigger envy among your Instagram followers.

To understand the origin and traditions of Diwali, do read Dharm Navaratnam’s piece on pages 42-45.

Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating!

See you in December. ■

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I had the opportunity to travel to Liverpool in England in July to visit the home of Liverpool FC, one of the oldest English football clubs, of which Malaysia Airlines is the Official Global Airline Partner. The visit to Anfield Stadium was somewhat surreal. I have followed English football for more than 20 years. To be able to visit one of its stadiums – and one as iconic as Anfield – was a huge experience. Walking through its entrance, I was immediately consumed by an unexplainable passion for the club. I suspect it was from seeing its heritage so proudly displayed in and around the stadium, but it could also have been from my tour guide’s very spirited and impassioned explanation of the club’s history.

It was most infectious!

Speaking of culture, the ancient tradition of fishing using domesticated cormorants in China’s Guilin is all but dying out.

Unable to compete with modern fishing, this 1,300-year-old fishing technique is nowadays “performed” for the benefit of tourists.

Nevertheless, see the stunning photos of the fishermen and their seabirds in our Photobook section on pages 46-51.

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Inside Liverpool FC’s iconic Anfield Stadium

MY Guide to Liverpool, England ■ The Hindu Festival of Diwali ■ Pillars of Sabah art project

China’s dying art of cormorant fishing in pictures ■ Indie bookstores ■ Java’s soul city of Yogyakarta

On The Cover Liverpool Football Club's iconic Anfield Stadium has retained the spirit of its fantastic heritage since its formation in 1892, and is a visit worth its weight in gold. Turn to pages 38-41 to find out more.

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Letter Of The Month The June issue of Going Places spoke to me in volumes. The article “Around The World In Five Eids” hit home. I nostalgically reminisced about the time I roamed the streets of Bosnia and Herzegovina, learnt of China’s many ethnicities confessing the Islamic faith, and recalled the celebrations I had with my Malaysian friends back when we were studying in England. Spread across two pages, the photo of the carefully aligned multi-coloured fabric under the pleated roof of Masjid Negara made me miss home so greatly. At the end of the article, I longed to have been back in Kuala Lumpur enjoying rendang, dodol and the fellowship. While I had a great time during my travels and thank Malaysia Airlines for taking me there, perhaps in the future I’d spend Hari Raya back home with the ones I love.

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I was on MH2584 KUL-MYY on 7 July, and I’d like to give my utmost appreciation and compliments to the cabin crew and staff at the check-in counter.

It was a long line to the counter but they patiently persevered to make sure everyone had their luggage checked through. They did it with smiles on their faces and definitely sincerity in their hearts. Climbing on board, we were warmly welcomed and the crew attended to the needs of the passengers swiftly with care. The lead cabin crew (Caroline, I believe) did the announcements so fluently with clear enunciation in both English and Bahasa Malaysia. She is exemplary.

This was definitely the best experience with MAB since my first journey 22 years ago. Amidst the stories of bad experiences with MAB, I believe there are those who really put in their whole hearts to make a routine flight extraordinary. Keep up the good work!

RICK DAEG, Kuching, Sarawak

Reading “Kiwi Tripping” by Alexandra Wong in the July issue of Going Places brought me down memory lane to my student days in Wellington. The article on exploring New Zealand through road trips is highly commendable and practical. It provided great details on how one can travel on the road from Auckland to down south. Those reading it will never lose sight of the majestic land of the long white clouds. From mountain high to ocean deep – the mountains, the lakes, the towns, the people – everything that was described was an unbelievably authentic slice of Kiwi adventure. Thank you, Malaysia Airlines.

Reading the article made my day! Someone bring me there again, let’s road trip!

HYGINUS LESTER JUNIOR LEE, Federal Territory of Labuan, Malaysia

My flight on MH389 on 1 July began with me looking for a copy of The Star newspaper. The crew managed to get me the last copy but another passenger made a fuss about not having one. Mr Mohan handled the situation with such patience and style. Going through the newspaper quickly, I passed it back in the hope of pacifying the guest. Flying Business Class for the first time, I dozed off after the wonderful meal. The seats were comfortable, the satay was great, but most of all, the cabin crew performed their duties true to their principles of Malaysian Hospitality. With an hour left before landing, I read through Going Places (I always do) and thought that I should leave a note about the wonderful crew and the airline. Thank you.

LOW YI CHING, Subang Jaya, Malaysia

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THREE TO WATCH Our pick of movies to watch in-flight this month

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Frustrated by corruption in Mumbai, two college friends, Sikku and Bhavesh, go on a journey to expose officials and their dealings on the internet. Things take a turn when an innocent probe into a suburban water shortage leads to an institutionalised water crimes syndicate. Bhavesh takes on the role of a masked vigilante superhero to 2018_YEOS_amended.pdf 1 15/10/2018 2:45 bring the villains to justice.

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Poongodi falls in love with Kumar, and soon they agree to get married. Unbeknownst to her, Kumar works as a trash collector and lives in the slums. Despite her feelings for him, Poongodi cannot come to terms with living in such a state and elopes with another man. Kumar tries to win her back, but fate has something else in store for them.

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Akira Tachibana was her high school’s track and field star until an injury stopped her from competing. Feeling sidelined and aimless, Akira starts working part-time at a family restaurant to fill the void left by her injury. She soon finds herself falling in love with her 45-year-old divorcee manager, Masami Kondo.

For more in-flight entertainment selections, please see pages 87–94 of our Going Places Entertainment Guide.

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Travel Concierge

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The inside track on the best accommodations, dining options and calendar of events from Malaysia and around the world.

Gleaming Spectacle One of the city’s most anticipated events, the Seoul Lantern Festival 2018 is back for its ninth installment to delight locals and tourists alike. Taking place along a 1.2-kilometre stretch along the Cheonggyecheon Stream, there will be a variety of activities such as releasing wish lanterns into the night sky, life-sized lantern displays by international artists, traditional lantern crafting and more. Food stalls, games and fun cultural performances are also in the line-up.

When: 2 – 18 November | Where: Along Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul, South Korea english.visitseoul.net

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE | SEE

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Iconic Parade A tradition spanning 800 years, the Lord Mayor’s Show is a grand spectacle not to be missed. Each year, the newly elected Lord Mayor of London makes his or her way across the city to the Royal Courts of Justice in Westminster to pledge allegiance to the Crown.

The accompanying procession is a lively mix of London’s past, present and future, with pikemen dressed in traditional livery, glittering carriages and coaches, vintage vehicles, army tanks, helicopters and fire engines, as well as colourful floats and thousands of performers from all walks of life. Stay to see celebratory fireworks light up the sky over the River Thames.

When: 10 November Where: London, United Kingdom lordmayorsshow.london

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Magical Festivities Get into the Christmas spirit at Cameron Highlands Resort, as it celebrates its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event with a pop-up market and various Christmas-themed activities, from carolling to gingerbread decorating. Get a head start on your festive shopping at the open-air Christmas market, where festive desserts, warm mulled wine and freshly roasted chestnuts serve to sweeten the shopping experience. The much-anticipated Christmas dinner will culminate in a grand tree lighting ceremony, with fairy lights illuminating the majestic pine trees amid the cool highland air.

When: 16 - 18 November Where: Cameron Highlands Resort, Pahang, Malaysia

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Events+Happenings

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Freedom Of Expression Honoured with The International Excellence Awards for Literary Festival in 2018, the George Town Literary Festival returns to Penang for its 8th edition with the theme ‘The State of Freedom’.

The event commemorates 2018 as a year that marks multiple milestones in contemporary history, from the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, to Malaysia peacefully and democratically exercising its right as a nation in the 14th General Elections. Featuring over 80 writers, poets, thinkers and performers from more than 20 countries, expect panel discussions, book readings and a variety of activities within the UNESCO George Town World Heritage Site. New to the festival this year is the first-ever Malaysia National Poetry Slam, a spoken word poetry competition which focuses on poems written and performed in English and Bahasa Malaysia, the country’s national language. Entry to the festival is free for members of the public.

One of the most popular opera shows in the world comes to Malaysian shores, as the Kuala Lumpur City Opera presents Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. Set in Nagasaki, Japan in the year 1904, American naval officer B.F. Pinkerton marries a Japanese girl, Cio Cio San, out of convenience – only to leave her to return to America.

Three years later, Pinkerton is set to return to Japan and Cio Cio San is overjoyed. Unbeknownst to her, he is returning with his American wife. The performance is broken down into three acts and is sung in Italian, with English and Chinese subtitles.

When: 22 - 25 November Where: Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia

When: 22 - 25 November Where: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Malaysia

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Restaurant Openings, News+Reviews

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Blooming Tasty Award-winning pastry chef Dominique Ansel, the inventor of the ubiquitous Cronut®, is offering an Afternoon Tea inspired by the path of a seed, as it grows into full bloom, at his Dominique Ansel Bakery in the heart of Belgravia in London. Presented on an impressive modernist stand, the Afternoon Tea commences with the savoury ‘seed’ part of the menu, with perfectly formed bites of wild mushrooms and squid ink choux. Guests work their way up from seed to young leaf and fallen leaf, with tasty bites representing each stage. The real treat comes with the sweet selection, which represents the growth of a flower from bud to full bloom, ending with a rose ganache adorned with real rose petals.

Demonstrating Ansel’s unique flair, the bakery’s scones are served with what appears to be strawberry truffles, but once broken, each berry releases fresh jam and cream and is easily spread over the warm scones. Inventive and exquisitely presented, the Afternoon Tea, available every Thursday to Sunday, is a delicious and exciting culinary experience. dominiqueansellondon.com

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After attention-grabbing launches in Bangkok and Tokyo, The Iron Fairies has opened in Kuala Lumpur. Located in the TREC entertainment hub, the bar is the creation of Australian iron ore miner-turned-interior designer Ashley Sutton, based on Sutton’s fairy tale about a group of miners who forge iron fairies that come to life.

Filled with an ornate cast-iron décor that befits the bar’s fairy tale theme, the two-storey outlet is divided into several areas, including The Butterfly Room, where 50,000 handmade butterflies hang from the ceiling, while the main area features two bars and a live music stage located between floors that gives everyone a close-up view of the performing bands. Where drinks are concerned, go for the signature cocktails such as the Trapping Tinkerbell, a Scotch-based cocktail with homemade popcorn syrup and bitters; The Green Fairy, a punchy, six-spirit drink made with vermouth, blue curacao and absinthe; and Labyrinth, a gin-based cocktail with osmanthus, apple juice, citrus and Indian spices.

Experience authentic Japanese hotpot in the heart of Kuala Lumpur at the newly opened Mo-Mo-Paradise, located within J’s Gate Dining at Lot 10 Shopping Centre in Bukit Bintang. Focusing on fresh, high-quality ingredients accompanied by warm hospitality, the hugely successful all-you-can-eat hotpot restaurant from Japan specialises in two distinct styles – Shabu-shabu and Sukiyaki. Shabushabu features a light broth, to be enjoyed with ponzu and sesame sauce, while Sukiyaki has a rich, sweet-salty flavour. Choose from a mouthwatering selection of meat, such as locally sourced Sakura pork and beef air-flown from Australia, carefully sliced and kept in strictly controlled temperatures before serving. The vegetable bar offers more than 20 types of fresh vegetables, with complimentary water and tea. A branch of the famous Mo-Mo-Paradise in Shinjuku Kabukicho in Tokyo, the restaurant chain is present in more than 60 countries and is one of Japan’s most successful Shabu-shabu and Sukiyaki restaurants.

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Restaurant Openings, News+Reviews

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JAPAN

Unexpectedly Fabulous Tapas When in Tokyo, have tapas – especially the ones served at Mandarin Oriental Tokyo’s Tapas Molecular Bar. Housed on the 38th floor, the Michelin one-star restaurant is where you’ll find Chef Ngan Ping Chow (above) serving up some of the city’s most ingenious dishes that echo the molecular cuisine created by Ferran Adria, Joan Roca and Heston Blumenthal. The multi-course seasonal menu – which can range from 14 to 18 dishes – is served across the span of two hours, comprising tapas-sized dishes that challenge your expectations of what ingredients can taste and feel like. Peking duck stuffed into tuiles to resemble a smoking cigar; onsen tamago made from tofu and pumpkin and topped with truffle; and a ‘Benedict’-style dish made with sweet Japanese fig, savoury ham and brioche are just some of the outstanding dishes that have been prepared here. Reservations are required as the restaurant only seats eight. mandarinoriental.com/tokyo/nihonbashi/fine-dining/restaurants/ fusion-cuisine/tapas-molecular-bar

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A New Horizon For a meal with a spectacular view of Kuala Lumpur, head to the 58th floor of Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur, where you’ll find Horizon Grill, the luxury hotel’s seafood and grill restaurant. The kitchen is led by Chef de Cuisine Daniel Wong (above), who learned his craft under the late Joël Robuchon at the Michelin-starred L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, so expect a range of classic French and European dishes to shine through. For beef lovers, keep an eye out for the restaurant’s selection of 35-day Black Angus beef cuts or the 28-day wet-aged Golburn Valley beef, which is cooked on the Santa Maria oak pit grill. If you’re not sure where to start, opt for the degustation menu featuring six of Chef Daniel’s signature dishes, which includes steak tartare with wakame seaweed, crustacean bisque, pan-roasted foie gras, seared Atlantic cod, Kyushu Japanese beef, and cinnamon apple pie. banyantree.com/en/malaysia/kuala-lumpur/dining/horizon-grill

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Hospitality News+Reviews

MALAYSIA

Luxury Embodied Discreet, bespoke and individual, Crockfords Hotel, the latest addition to Resorts World Genting, takes luxury living to a whole new level. The exclusive experience begins at the lobby, where guests will be greeted by a stunning installation of over 150,000 flowers that represent the four seasons. The ultimate in comfort awaits in the 140 guest rooms and suites, where guests can sink into Simmons pillow top mattresses, allfeather pillows and duvets, and enjoy branded bathroom amenities from The White Company, as well as the convenience of a one-touch room control system and a 55-inch high definition TV. The hotel’s 18 signature suites are designed according to three themes: the Technogym, which includes a high-end Italian gym system in the suite; Tatami, which comes with a massage chair and a Zen tea ceremony area; and Mahjong, which features a state-of-the-art automatic Mahjong table. Guests will also have exclusive privilege access to the 278-square-metre Executive Club, offering magnificent views overlooking the rainforest and mountains of Genting Highlands. This, complemented by an exemplary 24-hour room and butler service, makes a stay at Crockfords truly unforgettable. rwgenting.com/accommodation/hotels/crockfords

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UNITED KINGDOM

Exquisite Gem Stepping into Hotel 41, one of London’s most distinguished hotels, is akin to entering an exclusive private members club. Discreet and intimate, its 30 rooms and suites boast luxurious Savoir beds in a striking black-and-white theme, with thoughtful touches such as fresh fruits and flowers and delicious welcome treats upon arrival.

Dining options are aplenty, be it at the English Grill – renowned for its fine dining and top-quality grilled meat – or at the Curry Room, which serves authentic Indian and African-influenced cuisine. With a chic black-and-white design throughout, the hotel is a short stroll from popular attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Victoria Station, Westminster Abbey and St James’s Park.

Strategically located close to the COEX Convention Centre in Gangnam, Park Hyatt Seoul is well poised to cater to both business and leisure travellers. Its 185 guestrooms and suites are designed to be elegant and contemporary, with spa-inspired bathrooms and bath amenities by cult Australian beauty brand Aesop. Indulge in an exquisite dining experience at the hotel’s three restaurants, and find the perfect combination of serenity and fitness at the Park Club Fitness Centre and Spa, where an urban oasis of spa offerings and pampering treatments awaits.

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SOUTH KOREA

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PHILIPPINES

THAILAND

Rejuvenative Getaway

Tucked in the heart of Bangkok’s famous Siam Square is Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel, offering five-star accommodation to match top-notch service and amenities. Its 333 luxurious guestrooms and suites are spacious and chic, furnished with flat-screen TVs, designer oak furniture and sleek spa-like bathrooms, helping guests unwind in comfort after a long day in the city. Be treated to flavours from all over the world at the restaurants and bars, opt for a relaxing full-service spa or cool down from Bangkok’s hot weather with a few evening laps at the pool. Event venues are also available at the hotel, complete with premier event planning and catering services for special occasions.

Just an hour’s flight from Manila is Amanpulo, a hidden sanctuary accessible only by private plane. Spend the night in the resort’s ultra-luxe Casitas, modelled after the native bahay kubo or nipahhut dwellings, with direct beach access through sandy footpaths.

Choose from magnificent views of the turquoise sea from the hillside, or seclusion within the lush forest canopy. The resort’s large spa is set on the hillside, bestowing upon spa-goers views of the waters surrounding the island. Furnished with state-of-the-art equipment, the gym is a space to revitalise the body and mind. There are also classes for yoga and Pilates practitioners of all experience levels. For the full island experience, dine on freshly caught seafood and locally grown vegetables at the Clubhouse Restaurant and Beach Club.

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A FROG IN THE WELL KNOWS NOTHING OF THE GREAT OCEAN, 2018, KOREAN SILK, 195 X 155 X 1CM, COLLABORATION WITH KOREAN NUBI QUILTER OF TONG-YEONG, © SEULGI LEE AND ADAGP.

REPAIR THE COWSHED AFTER LOSING THE COW, 2018, KOREAN SILK, 195 X 155 X 1CM, COLLABORATION WITH KOREAN NUBI QUILTER OF TONG-YEONG, © SEULGI LEE AND ADAGP.

FAN THE BURNING HOUSE, 2018, KOREAN SILK, 195 X 155 X 1CM, COLLABORATION WITH KOREAN NUBI QUILTER OF TONG-YEONG. © SEULGI LEE AND ADAGP, COURTESY GALLERY HYUNDAI

SPLIT WATER, 2018, KOREAN SILK, 195 X 155 X 1CM, COLLABORATION WITH KOREAN NUBI QUILTER OF TONG-YEONG, © SEULGI LEE AND ADAGP, COURTESY GALLERY HYUNDAI

Exhibitions, News+Reviews

Everyday Matters The Gallery Hyundai in South Korea presents a solo exhibition by Paris-based Korean artist Seulgi Lee. Known for exploring human experiences and memory using seemingly banal, everyday objects, the Seulgi Lee exhibition reveals the beauty in the craft of such objects and the history they represent. For example, on display is a selection of blankets made using a traditional Korean hand-quilting technique known as ‘Nubi’. Their bright geometric patterns are an abstract representation of Korean proverbs, which speak on moral themes such as faith and betrayal. The blanket serves as a signifier of sleep, and in this way, Lee explores the borders between dreams, collective consciousness and reality.

When: 15 November – 23 December | Where: Gallery Hyundai, 14 Samcheong-ro, Sagan-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea galleryhyundai.com

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PO PO, RED CUBE, 1986 OIL ON CANVAS, PAPER COLLAGE AND GNEISS, 218 X 154 X 50 CM COLLECTION OF NATIONAL GALLERY SINGAPORE © HLA OO AND PO PO; COURTESY OF PO PO AND YAVUZ GALLERY

GUSTAV KLIMT STUDY FOR ‘THE DANCER’ (RIA MUNK II), 1916-17 GRAPHITE ON BROWN PACKING PAPER, 49.6 X 32.4 CM THE ALBERTINA MUSEUM, VIENNA EXHIBITION ORGANISED BY THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS, LONDON AND THE ALBERTINA MUSEUM, VIENNA

OLAFUR ELIASSON SEU CORPO DA OBRA (YOUR BODY OF WORK) 2011 INSTALLATION VIEW: MODERNA MUSEET, STOCKHOLM 2015 PHOTO: ANDERS SUNE BERG

EGON SCHIELE GROUP OF THREE GIRLS, 1911 GRAPHITE, WATERCOLOUR, WHITE AND COLOURED GOUACHES ON BROWN PACKING PAPER, 44.7 X 30.8 CM THE ALBERTINA MUSEUM, VIENNA EXHIBITION ORGANISED BY THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS, LONDON AND THE ALBERTINA MUSEUM, VIENNA

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Brothers On Paper The Royal Academy in London will host an exhibition displaying some of the most important works of art on paper from this month.

Klimt/Schiele: Drawings from the Albertina Museum, Vienna offers a rare insight into the two artists and their relationship. Gustav Klimt served somewhat as a mentor to Egon Schiele, when a young and budding Schiele sought him out and ignited an artistic friendship.

Soon the pair became involved in various love triangles but remained close and their artistic styles are often intertwined. At the Royal Academy, the artists’ similarities and differences unfold over 100 pieces depicting portraits, landscapes and unflinching self-portraits.

When: 4 November – 3 February 2019 Where: The Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 0BD royalacademy.org.uk

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Simply Art The National Gallery Singapore, in a first-time collaboration with the ArtScience Museum, will present the region’s inaugural exhibition focusing on Minimalism. Minimalism: Space, Light, Object gathers over 100 works in a display set across the two sites, exploring the legacy of this movement and the impact it continues to have, not only on art and design but also society. Honor Harger, Executive Director of ArtScience Museum, says: “The curatorial teams at both museums have worked together to create a coherent single exhibition that shows how Minimalism became a radical turning point in the history of 20th century art.”

When: 16 November – 14 April 2019 Where: National Gallery Singapore, 1 St. Andrew's Rd Singapore 178957 ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974 nationalgallery.sg marinabaysands.com/museum.html

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KERIS AND SHEATH, 19TH CENTURY, SOUTH SULAWESI, INDONESIA, BUGIS PEOPLE. METAL, WOOD, GOLD, IVORY, DIAMONDS, SILK AND SILVER-WRAPPED THREAD. © THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM

RAJA ZAHABUDDIN, OUT OF THE UNKNOWN, 1972, SILKSCREEN, COLLECTION OF YM PROF DATO' RAJA ZAHABUDDIN RAJA YAACOB

THE HAMZANAMA, C.1558–73. INDIA. IMAGE SIDE: INK AND OPAQUE WATERCOLOUR ON CLOTH; TEXT SIDE: INK ON PAPER. © THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM

CHUAH THEAN TENG, GO TO MARKET, 1938, WOODCUT, COLLECTION OF CHUAH SEOW KENG

Exhibitions, News+Reviews

Museum Makeover Artists In Print The Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery in Kuala Lumpur brings together 29 Malaysian printmaking artists for its exhibition The Art of Printmaking: Lasting Impressions. The show gathers some 130 works from established masters in the art, including Ponirin Amin and Latiff Mohidin, and young talent such as Rizo Leong.

“Before this, we were often exposed to more 'mainstream' artworks such as oil, watercolours and acrylic paintings,” says the assistant governor of the Malaysian central bank’s art gallery, Abu Hassan Alshari bin Yahaya. “Now, the time has come for us to highlight The Art of Printmaking.” The show certainly succeeds in presenting this art form, and all its differing techniques and approaches, in a colourful and exciting display that’s not to be missed.

The new Albukhary Foundation Gallery of the Islamic World has reopened in the British Museum as part of a major redisplay that puts the museum’s world-class collection in a prominent section of the venue. Collaborating with the Malaysia-based Albukhary Foundation, the British Museum’s impressive collection of precious Islamic artefacts will be displayed in more engaging and accessible new ways, which serve to highlight the influence Islamic cultures and practices have had on civilisations the world over. The collection boasts pieces from the advent of Islam right up to the present day, with a display of archaeological artefacts and contemporary Middle Eastern art. “These new galleries will allow us to present our collection in the context of world cultures exploring the history, complexity and diversity of Islamic cultures across the world from Sub Saharan Africa to Malaysia and Indonesia,” explains Neil MacGregor, director of the British Museum.

When: Until 25 November Where: Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery, Sasana Kijang, 2 Jalan Dato’ Onn, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

When: Permanent Where: The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG

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WINDOW OR AISLE

he endowed money to universities (as long as they first broke with any church funding), including the Carnegie Mellon University and the Tuskegee Institute for the education of African Americans. He also gave money to laboratories and telescope observatories, created an award for heroic deeds, gave money to music, built New York’s Carnegie Hall, and all the while, gave himself the education he had never received when he was young and poor.

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Who Wants To Be A Billionaire?

What would you do if you had USD1 billion (RM4.1 billion)? Would you spend it on charitable good deeds or on champagne, parties and tiaras? Back in the 1970s, the rock band Pink Floyd experienced sudden wealth and they asked and answered the question in their song Money, where they said (perhaps sarcastically) that they would “Grab the cash with both hands and make a stash”, buy their own football team and “don’t give me that goody good bulls**t”.

By a happy coincidence, the song and the album Dark Side Of The Moon became so enormously successful that they could have afforded to buy all the football teams (at 1970s prices) but none of the band members ever did (although one of them did amass a collection of racing cars). But if any of us did suddenly win a billion, would we spend it on charity and culture for all, or would we quickly dissipate into the lifestyle of shallow excesses as we’ve seen in the movies?

Reading about a recent occasion of sudden wealth and the tales of shallow excesses, I am reminded of Andrew Carnegie, who was from a poor Scottish family that emigrated to America in 1848 when he was 13. Within fifty years he became one of the richest men in the world, having made his fortune in the manufacture of

steel for America’s burgeoning industry. After a series of lowly jobs, including being a bobbin boy in a textile factory and as a telegrapher, he cannily invested everything his family had in some insider trading and in buying ironworks.

By introducing new technology, buying out competitors and owning as much of his supply and distribution network as he could, his steel business grew exponentially in the 1880s when he finally married and had his only child. In 1901, Carnegie became the richest American when he sold his steel business for USD480 million (RM1.9 billion), and over the next 18 years, he gave away 90 percent of his fortune, about USD80 billion (RM330 billion) in today’s money.

He didn’t believe that his child needed to inherit so much money.

With his fortune, Carnegie built 3,000 public libraries in the English-speaking world (none in Malaya), many of which can still be found,

Despite his exceptional charitable endowments and his belief that even the poorest deserved access to music, culture, the tools for selfimprovement, and above all, to a decent education, was Andrew Carnegie a good man, a nice man? He could be charming and he had stated while still a young man that “no idol is more debasing than the worship of money!” but he had been utterly ruthless in business. Even when his steel mills had registered vast profits, he refused to increase the workers’ wages, which led to a strike that he broke with the help of a private police force. Ten people died and talk of Carnegie’s charity must have rung hollow for his own employees who had been beaten away in the pursuit of profit.

Carnegie was not “woke” or “lit” by today’s standards, but neither is Bill Gates, who is presently giving away most of his own vast fortune to goody good deeds despite having eradicated his business competition with a ruthlessness that has been, well, ruthless. With an endowment of USD50 billion (RM207 billion), the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has, amongst other things, given to universities, programmes to end child trafficking, family planning, agriculture, etcetera, etcetera, which does help a little bit in assuaging my lingering resentment that I actually had to buy Windows ’98.

I think rich people should give, give generously and give publicly. Carnegie put his name on all his charities not to advertise his name but to persuade other rich people that this was what they should be doing. After all, how many tiaras does one actually need? ■

But if any of us did suddenly win a billion, would we spend it on charity and culture for all, or would we quickly dissipate into the lifestyle of shallow excesses as we’ve seen in the movies?

Kam Raslan is the author of Confessions of an Old Boy: The Dato’ Hamid Adventures. He is also a columnist, and a writer and director working in film, TV and theatre in Malaysia. He will one day make his own feature film. His column is written exclusively for Malaysia Airlines.

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MY GUIDE | Liverpool, England

Loveable City

Most famous as the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool has history, soul and just the right amount of edge.

Words Julie Goh | Illustration Josephine Skapare | Art Direction Euric Liew

Force National Museum. The first Victorian structure in Britain to be built using only bricks and iron, the impressive block of buildings on the city’s World Heritage Site waterfront is a sight to behold.

FOR ART AFICIONADOS

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FOR FAB FOUR FANS Various tours offer the opportunity for fans of The Beatles, the iconic English rock band who released famous songs such as Hey Jude, Penny Lane and I Want To Hold Your Hand, to follow in their footsteps, including The Beatles Story Museum with its memorabilia, photographs and films in Albert Dock, and the rebuilt Cavern Club, where the Fab Four first performed on 9 February 1961. Other related sites include the Cavern Walks,

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The Beatles Shop and 20 Forthlin Road, the former home of frontman Paul McCartney, where the band wrote and rehearsed many of their early songs.

FOR GENTRIFICATION DEVOTEES The superbly restored Albert Dock is now home to luxury apartments, designer boutiques, restaurants, cafés and museums, including the International Slavery Museum and the Border

Since its opening at Albert Dock in 1988, Tate Liverpool has become one of the most visited art galleries outside London. Its proximity to the city centre by foot and the sheer number of special exhibitions it hosts every year make it a must-see. It brings together artwork from all over the world, including by Gustav Klimt, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Claude Monet. Entry to the National Collection featuring the works of artists including L.S. Lowry, Cindy Sherman, Louise Bourgeois Mamelles and Glenn Ligon is free of charge. It also holds talks, exhibitions and workshops as well as activities for the family. Take a break at the museum café for breathtaking views across the Albert Dock.

Take time to visit the Walker Art Gallery for its rich collection of works by Italian, Flemish and French masters from the 14th century to the present, including masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, and Rodin. Its claim to fame is its display of 18th to 20th-century English paintings and sculptures from artists such as Gainsborough, Hogarth, and Moore. Don’t miss the poignant farewell scene at Liverpool’s Pier Head, as depicted by John J. Lee, entitled Sweethearts and Wives.

and its people. Period costumes, decorative art as well as objects representing the city’s social and urban history, along with oral testimonies, archaeological material, and photos are on display. The museum is also home to the famous Lion steam engine, built in 1838 and star of the film The Titfield Thunderbolt.

The Museum is currently hosting an exhibition on the personal and creative chemistry between The Beatles frontman John Lennon and his wife Yoko Ono. Told in their own words, Double Fantasy – John & Yoko is a free exhibition and runs until 22 April 2019. For seafaring enthusiasts, the Maritime Museum exhibits the many thousands of emigrants who left Britain via the Mersey for North America between 1830 and 1930. It also has an impressive collection of artefacts, including ones from the 13th century, when Liverpool was established as a fishing port. Entry to see exhibits exploring Liverpool’s role in the story of the tragic Titanic passenger vessel is free of charge and is worth a visit.

Continue your museum run the next day at the World Museum for a fascinating account of how humans have impacted the world.

FOR FOOTIE FANATICS It’s impossible to write a travel guide on Liverpool without mentioning football. The city has two great clubs – Liverpool FC and Everton FC – depending on who you ask. The clubs, two of the most famous and oldest English football teams, offer stadium tours, but better still, time a visit to coincide with a match for a thrilling experience.

FOR ARCHITECTURE ENTHUSIASTS Regardless of one’s belief, make time to see the majestic Liverpool Anglican Cathedral.

Britain’s biggest cathedral and

FOR MUSEUM HOPPERS For its rich history, Liverpool naturally has a lot of museums.

The main one to visit is the Museum of Liverpool, which celebrates the city’s unique geography, history, and culture, using displays related to the port

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FOR NATURE LOVERS Arguably the most-loved green space by Liverpudlians is Sefton Park. Classified as a Grade One listed park by English Heritage, the 80-hectare park looks like a natural landscape rather than a man-made park. In spring, locals make a beeline for the millions of golden daffodils around the lake, while the carpets of bluebells give it a countryside feel. The famous Palm House, a restored glasspanelled building, is located within the park, which also features many distinctive curved paths, a boating lake, statues of Eros and Peter Pan, and a café.

the fifth largest in Europe is quite a sight, with its stunning architecture, both exterior and interior. Get up to the top of the tower for unrivalled panoramic views of the city and beyond, and if you can, time it to catch a Mersey sunset. The Cathedral also offers a choice of two dining venues – the Mezzanine Café inside the Cathedral serves coffee, tea, soups and sandwiches, while the Welsford serves a traditional Roast Dinner on Sundays. The cathedral is free to enter but the audio tour is highly recommended.

St George’s Hall, another architectural gem just across the Lime Street train station, is widely regarded as one of the finest neoclassical buildings in the world.

Opened in 1854, it has hosted landmark celebrations, concerts, conferences and weddings.

most popular songs. The tour ends at the iconic Cavern Club on Mathew Street, where the band first played more than 50 years ago. It is today a thriving live music destination.

FOR CULTURE ADDICTS A UNESCO World Heritage site, St George’s Quarter boasts some of the finest Victorian architecture in Britain, including St George’s Hall, the Central Library and the Walker Art Gallery. William Brown Street is an entire street of cultural attractions in imposing buildings, all of which are free to enter. To fuel up after all the walking, Queen Square Arcade is a central hub of restaurants, bars and entertainment. Arguably the most famous Liverpool neighbourhood is the Cavern Quarter, with its numerous bars and restaurants. It is also where

the annual summer music event, International Beatleweek Festival, is staged. Mathew Street, a focal point in the city’s nightlife and in the history of The Beatles, is where the tribute statue of John Lennon stands. Opposite the Club, Cavern Pub features an exterior wall with the names of the artists who have played at the Club since it opened in 1957. Among them are Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, The Who, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Jimi Hendrix, and Adele. Less than five minutes’ walk from the street is the Beatles-inspired Hard Day’s Night Hotel, a tribute to the band. For a less-than-polished look, The Baltic is one of the fastest-growing areas of Liverpool.

Once the well-worn factory and workshop of the 1800s, it is now the heart of the Independent Liverpool scene and houses digital and creative businesses.

First on the list to try is a proper bowl of Scouse, short for Lobscouse, a stew made from lamb, mutton or beef, potatoes, carrots and onions. Maggie May’s Café Bar serves the best bowl of this traditional wholesome goodness. One of Liverpool’s oldest drinking establishments, Thomas Rigby’s offers noteworthy pub food and more than 40 types of beers from around the globe. Get a seat at the large enclosed courtyard at the rear for a relaxing meal away from the crowd. For something upmarket, the intimate small cover restaurant Röski, run by Masterchef: The Professionals winner Anton Piotrowski, transforms fresh British produce into Instagram-worthy fine-dining dishes, but be prepared to burn a hole in the pocket.

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FOR GASTRONOMES

FOR DAY-TRIPPERS With 35 kilometres of coastline, Southport is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The classic seaside resort has scenic parks and gardens, fabulous shopping and an array of restaurants. Stroll down the U.K.’s oldest iron pier and try the old penny slot machines in the Pavilion at the far end or ride traditional carousels at Funland. ■

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE A GOOD TOUR Tours are aplenty for visitors to get first-hand knowledge of the city. The Shiverpool Historic Ghost Walks is a theatre-led ghost and history tour experience. The tours introduce creepy historical findings in a series of theatrical performances presented by “Spirit Guides”. The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour is a two-hour tour of all the places associated with the Fab Four, including childhood homes of band members, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, and places that inspired some of their

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Practical Tips

CITY TOUR A great way to sit back and take in the city is via the Liverpool Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

It gives you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace. Commentary comes in multiple languages.

BEST VIEWS Take the 50-minute round-trip journey on the Mersey Ferry for incredible views of the Liverpool waterfront. The cruise includes free entry to the U-boat Story at Woodside Ferry Terminal, where you can see a real German World War 2 submarine.

BEST TIME TO VISIT The autumn months of September, October and November are the best time to visit as the weather is pleasant and mild. The city is less crowded too.

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occasionally, there’s nice graffiti there, but it’s somewhat abandoned despite its central location. We thought it’d be great to give it a facelift and get the art community involved.

How did the idea come about?

RED: Jared and I were secondary school

classmates, but we reconnected earlier this year through WhatsApp. The initial plan was to collaborate on a piece for the Malaysian general elections (which took place in May this year) and paint the wall at the project site a bright yellow. We were really surprised by the election results, by the way! As an homage to the ‘new’ Malaysia, we thought of doing something meaningful for Malaysia Day on 16 September, and that’s how Pillars of Sabah was born.

Sabahan artist “Red” Hong Yi and local filmmaker-and-writer Jared Abdul Rahman create art from abandoned site to celebrate the Malaysian state and its people.

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and put everything together. We wanted diversity, so we tried to get both professionals and amateurs, male and female, from different ethnicities, as well as a mix of art styles.

Were there guidelines they had to follow?

JARED: We gave the artists creative freedom,

but we also wanted them to pick a nominee that truly inspired them. We had prominent Sabahan figures like former national footballer Dato’ James Wong, but we also had a lot of unsung heroes. The reason we told the artists to paint themselves on the other side of the pillar is because we tend to look to the rest of the world for inspiration, forgetting that inspiration can be found at home too. We need to start celebrating ourselves and our local heroes.

RED: We didn’t want to limit the definition of Sabahan to only people who are born in Sabah, but also those who have roots here or those who call Sabah home. I painted Penny Wong, an Australian senator who was born and raised in Sabah. One of the artists chose to highlight Sylvia Jeanes – she’s an Australian lady who has spent over 50 years in Sabah helping the poor and the underprivileged. She was also there during our launch, and it was heartwarming to see her mouthing the words to Negaraku (Malaysia’s national anthem)!

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1. A collage of the artwork by the 30 local artists who were involved in the Pillars of Sabah project 2. Jared and "Red" Hong Yi (in white T-shirt) with one of the artists, Hani Mahdi

Tell us more about Pillars of Sabah.

JARED: Pillars of Sabah is a collective street art

project by 30 local artists, to honour inspiring Sabahans and celebrate the beauty and diversity of the Sabah art community. There’s an abandoned open-air space in the Kota Kinabalu (KK) city centre with 30 pillars, and each artist was allocated one to portray, through painting or a medium of their choice, a person of inspiration with Sabahan roots. On the flipside, we asked them to do a self-portrait.

RED: The site was formerly the Land and Survey Building that burnt down in the 1990s.

It’s managed by the Sabah Art Gallery, and

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What was the artist selection process like?

JARED: We had a month to gather the artists

What were some of the challenges you faced?

RED: This was my first time organising a

project! Before, I purely played the artist role.

Asking for sponsorship, getting permission from relevant parties, and gathering and managing artists were all new experiences for me, but it has been really fun. On top of that, we had to prepare the site and transport work materials.

Weather and rain were a big challenge too. It gets really hot in KK by 8 a.m. so people started going to the site earlier. One artist wanted to start working at 5 a.m. and because either Jared or I had to be on site to supervise, we were like, oh man! (laughs).

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The reason we told the artists to paint themselves on the other side of the pillar is because we tend to look to the rest of the world for inspiration, forgetting that inspiration can be found at home too. We need to start celebrating ourselves and our local heroes.

JARED: Coordinating the project was tough as we had a short timeline and a large number of participants. Back then, to get anything done you’d have to organise a meeting, but it’s difficult to arrange for 30 people to get together at the same time. These days, it’s much easier because of instant messaging.

Everything from sending documents and proposals to assigning pillars to the artists was done through WhatsApp. How has the response been so far?

RED: We launched on Malaysia Day, and the

response has been super encouraging. The mayor of KK came to the event and he was really impressed, so he declared that the site would be up for a whole year. The site is

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managed by the Sabah Art Gallery and the local council, so we hope they can maintain it properly.

Any plans for similar projects in the future?

RED: We’re open to any possibility. It would

be great if this becomes a regular thing. We featured 30 artists this time but there are still plenty of other artists in the Sabah art community.

JARED: I think we’ve achieved what we’ve set out to do. We don’t necessarily have to be involved in future projects. It would be rewarding enough to see other people kickstart their own initiatives in their respective cities and towns.

Maybe Pillars of Pahang or Pillars of Johor.

Ultimately, what do you hope for visitors to take away from Pillars of Sabah?

RED: We hope it can be something similar

to Ernest’s (Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic) murals in Penang. Penang has

become an art hub; tourists go there just to see the murals, and they get to experience everything else Penang has to offer. If we can have that in KK, that would be amazing!

JARED: We want this to be a place where

people can learn about KK’s art community and check out their work. Since their bios and contact information are there, it’s an open portfolio for the public to reach out to them. It’s also a great way to share inspiring stories and honour the contributions of Sabahans. ■

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following artists were involved in the Pillars of Sabah project: Aaron Lam, Azlan Dulikab, Belinda Chong, Binjai Kartunis, Charles Mawan, Charmaine Liau, Chau Xhien, Chin Jing Yuan, Danielle Soong, Elicia Lo, Hani Mahdi, Herman Duang, Hong Yi, Intan Mumirah, Japson Wong, Jared Abdul Rahman, Joanne Allison Joannes, Josrie Haral, Ken Tan, Mel Lo, Mitchie Mitchelle Rooney, Pamela Thomas Joseph, Rosmaini, Sarah Wasli, Sharlyn Bui, Shelly Phang, Sheng Haw Lim, Tan Sheau Ling and Yee I-Lann, and Wilson Ng.

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The Reds

Liverpool FC’s Anfield stadium has retained the spirit of its fantastic heritage and is a site that fans of the club and visitors to the English city should not miss.

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It starts shortly before kick-off and the spine tingles. The opening chords of the Gerry and the Pacemakers song You’ll Never Walk Alone ring around Anfield and, as they have done for more than half a century, the home crowd quickly joins in, standing and raising their scarves to the skies as they sing one of football’s greatest anthems.

The eyes of first-time visitors turn to the iconic Kop stand, a part of the stadium that came to the fore in the 1960s and 1970s when Liverpool FC were establishing themselves as England’s pre-eminent football club. The Kop became renowned for witty and enthusiastic chanting, and a close bond was formed between the players and the club’s most vocal and passionate supporters, or “Kopites”, as they are affectionately known. It remains the most famous stand, and the largest with a single tier, in English football. goingplacesmagazine.com | 40 | November 2018

New stands appeared in 1895 and 1903 and then, in 1906, a huge banking was built on one side.

A local journalist likened it to the Spion Kop, a hill in South Africa where many Liverpudlians had died in battle in the Boer War, and the “Kop” name stuck. A roof was added in 1928 and it stood almost unaltered until seats were installed in 1994. When 96 Liverpool supporters died in a crush at a match in Sheffield in 1989, the Kop became a shrine to the victims, with fans placing scarves, flowers and poems on the terracing.

The latest significant change to Anfield came in 2016 with the opening of the Main Stand, which extended the capacity to more than 54,000, making it the sixth largest stadium in England.

All followers of the game, whether Liverpool devotees or otherwise, should try to make the trek to Anfield if they’re visiting the city, where the club’s remarkable history is in evidence.

Visitors can enter through the Shankly Gates, named after Bill Shankly, the architect of the club’s rise to the peak of European football. They can then glance up to the corner between the Kop and Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand, named after the Scot who was a league champion many times with the club as player and manager, and see a flagpole: this is part of a mast from the Liverpool-registered SS Great Eastern, the world’s biggest ship at the time of its launch in 1858. It has stood by the Kop since 1928, but Anfield’s story goes back even further.

When Everton, the city’s only big club at the time, decided to end their eight-year stint at Anfield in 1892, a new club was needed to play there, and Liverpool FC came into being. Just 300 people watched their first match – a 7-1 win over Rotherham Town on 1 September of that year – but interest grew rapidly as the figure jumped to 3,000 for a match later that month and to 26,000 two years later when Everton were the opponents. “The stadium’s record attendance saw a whopping 61,905 fans visit to see their heroes beat Wolverhampton Wanderers in an FA Cup fourth-round match in February 1952,” club historian and museum curator Stephen Done tells Going Places.

The stadium and team fell on hard times when Shankly became manager in 1959. Finances were tight, so he inspired volunteers to spruce up Anfield. On the pitch, he enjoyed success by urging his players to make a big effort for disillusioned fans, while he galvanised supporters by telling them their passionate backing would lift the team. “Liverpool is an institution,” Shankly explained later. “My aim was to bring the people close to the club.”

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all at a time when the city was spawning several top comedians and a host of successful pop groups, led by The Beatles, and also including Gerry and the Pacemakers. Fans on the Kop reflected this cultural development, becoming famed for their humour and their singing, including adapting The Beatles’ songs with footballing lyrics. That wit was apparent when an opposition goalkeeper accidentally threw the ball into his own net, prompting a Kop rendition of Careless Hands, a popular song at the time.

This sense of fun was also on show in 1965 when snow caused the late postponement of a match against Cologne and thousands of Liverpool fans already on the ground had a long snowball fight on the pitch.

Away teams at Anfield have also been struck by the sportsmanship they have encountered.

The home supporters, unlike their counterparts at other clubs, have often applauded triumphant opponents, even when their own disappointment has been intense. Most notably, they did so when Leeds United and Arsenal clinched the league title at Anfield in 1969 and

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1. General view outside the stadium prior to a Premier League match 2. Bill Shankly famously said the iconic 'THIS IS ANFIELD' sign leading to the Main Stand tunnel is to remind the players who they are playing for and to remind the opposition who they are playing against 3. The Main Stand tunnel leading to the pitch 4. Visitors on a tour of the stadium

1989 respectively, both times ending Liverpool’s hopes in the process. Visitors to the club are also assured of a warm welcome. On match days. two fanzones are open from four hours before kick-off at Anfield Road and Walton Breck Road, offering live entertainment, activities and merchandise, plus food and drinks.

Those wanting to get a feel for Anfield itself can join the stadium tour, which runs seven days a week. Two particular standouts of the tour are the bird’s-eye view of the pitch and the city from the top of the main stand, along with a handheld interactive guide that gives a 360-degree version of the same view on a match day, with sound effects. Other areas to look out for are the home and away team dressing rooms; the press room; a walk down the players’ tunnel; a chance to sit in the manager’s dug-out and on the Kop; and a look around the club museum, which includes the Steven Gerrard collection of memorabilia from his great career at the club. Plenty of interactive features are included, and the audio guide is available in nine languages.

“The Home Team dressing room is the place to take selfies beside your favourite player’s shirt, but don’t overlook the Away Team dressing room, where (former Liverpool player) Jamie Carragher offers an incredible insight via video into his personal choice of the eleven opposition

5. The changing and locker room 6. The statue of Bill Shankley, one of the most important figures in the LFC history 7.- 8. Part of the displays in the interactive museum, The Liverpool FC Story 9. Liverpool supporters at the UEFA Champions League first leg quarter-final match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield stadium

players he most respects and found tricky to play against,” says Done.

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Running Anfield on match days is a huge operation. “It will probably come as little surprise that keeping the stadium in top condition is a huge operation, and we’ve got an excellent team made up of lots of different roles that help make the magic happen on match days, but also on non-match days too,” explains Done.

Groundsmen from the club’s training ground and academy join the regular Anfield groundsmen on match days to look after the pitch and equipment, while catering and kitchen teams are also kept busy. There are “chefs and kitchen porters, along with kiosk staff and cashiers,” says Done, who has been with the club since 1997. “Our front of house staff, hosting team, staffing guides and porters also play a huge role in making events at the stadium a big success, ensuring that fans receive an unforgettable experience during their time with us.”

Liverpool have created unforgettable history, winning the English league title 18 times and the European crown on five occasions. As Jürgen Klopp, their impressive German manager, tries to add to those tallies, football followers around the world can monitor how he is progressing by visiting a stadium with a glorious past and a promising future. ■

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EXPLORE | Diwali Traditions

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Celebration

of Lights Steeped in history, Diwali has its roots in the Hindu celebration of the triumph of light over darkness.

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Traditionally called the Festival of Lights, this is one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus all over the world. The festival marks the victory of Good over Evil, of Righteousness over Treachery, of Truth over Falsehood, and of Light over Darkness. It is sometimes regarded as simply being Illumination, both internally and externally.

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There are many mythological stories associated with the origins of Diwali. The simplest is that there was once a demon called Narakasura, who was covered in dirt and filth. He not only terrorised the people but used to kidnap fair maidens. Out of fear, the people had to stay in the dark. The deity, Lord Krishna, was approached for help, and after a mighty battle, finally annihilated the demon. The world was free of Narakasura, and with nothing left to fear, they were able to light their lamps.

There is a more famous tale, however, that comes from the Hindu epic Ramayana. It tells of the story of another deity, Lord Rama, defeating the evil Rakshasa king, Ravana. The man-eating Ravana had kidnapped Sita, Rama’s wife, while the couple was living in exile in a forest. He took her with him to his kingdom, Lanka – what is believed now to be Sri Lanka. Rama assembles an army comprising Vanaras, a group of forest-dwelling people, led by his loyal devotee, Hanuman, the Monkey God. They go in pursuit of Ravana and Sita but are unable to cross the ocean to the island.

Rama is then advised by the sea god to build a bridge across the water. He enlists the help of the Vanaras, who build a causeway between the mainland to Lanka. According to the myth, huge boulders were cast onto the water, where they then floated and a bridge was formed. The bridge, known as Rama Setu or Rama’s bridge, was said to have been built in five days. Once completed, Rama and his army of Vanaras crossed the ocean to Lanka. Once there, a fierce battle ensued and Ravana was killed with his armies and Sita was saved.

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In the lead-up to the auspicious day, houses will be spring-cleaned. New clothes will be bought and small oil lamps lit, especially on the eve of the festival. The morning usually starts early with an oil bath. After getting dressed in new clothes, devotees head to the temple to offer prayers before returning home to celebrate with family and friends. This is Diwali, more widely known as Deepavali in Malaysia.

As Rama, Sita and Hanuman returned to their home in Ayodhya, they were welcomed back by the villagers with rows of oil lamps, while the death of Ravana was celebrated with fireworks.

Today, Rama’s Bridge is known as Adam’s Bridge and satellite pictures show what appears to be a man-made structure beneath the sea, lending credence to the myth.

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Both stories are representative of the triumph of light over darkness and the belief that good will always win over evil.

Diwali falls in the Hindu month of Kartika, usually a day before the new moon known as Amavasya. Based on the Gregorian calendar, the festival will fall between 16 October and 15 November every year. The excitement begins

1. Flower garlands are used for worship in the Hindu Indian community 2. Diwali is a religious festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil 3. Multi-coloured Rangoli or kolam is created using colourful rice grains, dry flour, chalk and flower petals

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Traditionally called the Festival of Lights, this is one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus all over the world. The festival marks the victory of Good over Evil, of Righteousness over Treachery, of Truth over Falsehood, and of Light over Darkness. weeks earlier when families start preparing for the celebrations. Much like other festivals, shopping plays an important part in the preparations, especially for new traditional attire such as sarees, Salwar Kameez, Lehenga and Ghagra Cholis for the ladies, and Veshtis, Kurtas and Sherwanis for the men. These days, it is not uncommon to see some opt for Western shirts and dresses. And let’s not forget jewellery.

Diwali is the perfect time to adorn oneself with new jewellery, usually gold necklaces, earrings, bracelets and anklets, some embellished with precious stones.

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furnishings such as curtains, tablecloths and furniture, while new oil lamps are purchased to replace old ones or simply added on. Although oil lamps are still very much the norm, many homes use electrical light bulbs to decorate windows or doorways.

Days before the festival, homes are scrubbed down or given a fresh coat of paint as it is believed that the Goddess of Wealth, Lakshmi, will visit to shower a spick-and-span home with wealth and good fortune. It is also a cultural belief that homes must be clean and neat so guests feel welcomed. Many households nowadays have multi-coloured Rangoli or kolam, patterns created on the floor using coloured rice,

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patriarchal home for lunch or dinner. The unique Malaysian custom of holding ‘open houses’ still holds true, where theoretically anyone, even strangers, are welcome into the home to partake in the festivities.

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Food also plays an important part in the celebrations. Tables will be laden with varieties of curries, savoury snacks such as muruku, omapodi and ribbon pakora, and sweets such as coconut candy, jalebi, palkova and ladhu.

Traditionally, sweetmeats are offered to deities when asking for blessings and as a form of thanksgiving before being shared with the family, while sweets are offered as gifts to family, friends and neighbours as a way of sharing good fortune.

Although the main festival is held on Diwali day itself, celebrations can extend for up to five days. Family gatherings are an essential part of Diwali, where often, siblings will meet in their

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With the passing of time, some traditions from other cultures in Malaysia have been adopted.

One such tradition is the giving of money to younger family members. This has started being the norm in the last 15 years, the direct adoption of the Chinese tradition of giving ang pows or red packets during the Lunar New Year. With the country’s multiethnic society, the borrowing of each other’s traditions or cultures is what makes its people quintessentially Malaysian. ■

About the writer A native of Kuala Lumpur, Dharm Navaratnam has always been passionate about writing. A mechanical engineer by profession, he is currently into writing and photography and occasionally dabbles in cooking.

About the photographer Mohd Fazlin Mohd Effendy Ooi is a medical doctor by profession. Born in Kuala Lumpur, he is a passionate selftaught photographer with special interest in wildlife and street photography. Seeing beautiful images of his beloved Malaysia is his greatest inspiration in photography. He also enjoys skin-diving and reading.

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PHOTOBOOK | Cormorant Fishing, Guilin

Ancient Culture Developed in China and Japan 1,300 years ago, cormorant fishing is a tradition in danger of extinction.

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Fishermen float bamboo rafts along the Li River using long wooden paddles, taking several trained cormorants with them

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Today, cormorant fishing in China is a rarity. In places where they are still being practised, the fishing is for subsistence and livelihood, but it increasingly serves as a demonstration to encourage tourism and to preserve the ancient culture Few cormorant fishermen remain these days along the banks of the Li River

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Most of them are in their senior years and will likely take their skills, along with the tradition, with them when they leave the world

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It is possible that the current generation of fishermen, who range in age from 70 to 80, will be the last to preserve this ancient tradition. There are a few reasons for this. Global warming and increased environmental pollution have caused a decrease in the number of fish in rivers and lakes, while the increase in tourism has allowed the elders to make a respectable living from the display of their culture rather than from the fishing itself. Lastly, the computer age has crucially impacted the younger generation. – Dr Gilad Fiskus

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The fishing at night is a spectacular sight to behold. The flickering lights attract the fish to the rafts, and the cormorants, endowed with good night vision, need only to dive in to collect them. Fishing is also done early in the morning. To increase the catch, the fishermen throw a giant net into the water, trapping the fish underneath

About the photographer Born in Montreal, Canada in 1965, Dr Gilad Fiskus is a trained Dentist and a keen photographer on the human culture. Being an autodidact photographer, he is nourished by his imagination, and cultural ceremonies, outfits and rituals. His photos have been displayed in more than 100 exhibitions around the world. fiskus-photos.com

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Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

Pulse Of The City For the finest in shopping, dining and urban leisure, there’s no better place to be than at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur - and with extended retail offerings and exciting stores, there’s more to experience than ever before.

As the premier mall’s year-long ‘Visit Pavilion 2018’ campaign to celebrate its 10th anniversary comes to a grand close, shoppers can expect an exciting line-up of programmes and activities, splendid festive decorations, as well as exclusive promotions and year-end sales – making Pavilion KL a true Destination of Dreams.

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Luxury Paradise Home to the country’s flagship stores for Cartier, Hermés, Celine, Gucci and Versace, Pavilion KL is where you can indulge in the best of luxury and couture shopping. American luxury brand Coach has a 557-squaremetre flagship store, the largest in Southeast Asia. Boasting its own Coach Craftsmanship Bar, the store offers consultations for repair services, complimentary polishing services and a personalisation counter for new bag purchases.

New to Pavilion KL is Christian Dior Paris, the standalone boutique in Malaysia, carrying the exclusive Maison Christian Dior collection.

Discover the treasures of Oman at Amouage, with its heady, exquisite fragrances that are sure to capture the hearts of perfume lovers.

Gift ideas aplenty as the mall welcomes several new and exciting retail additions, including beauty and cosmetics darling LUSH’s first outlet in Malaysia, as well as Japanese luxurious skincare Cle De Peu Beaute’s first standalone store.

Culinary Delights With unique dining outlets and international flavours to savour, there’s something for every palate at Pavilion KL. A haven of local and international options, you can also feast at Michelin-starred brands such as Tapas Club and Putien, as well as several first-in-Malaysia cafes and restaurants like Dean & Deluca, Ladurée, BBQ Nation and Aori Ramen.

Connection precinct is where visitors will find street bistros, cafés and urban leisure outlets in an al fresco ambience. From day to night, it is a hive of activity to eat, drink, enjoy live bands and soak in the lively atmosphere.

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Sensorial Experiences The holiday season is always something to look forward to at the mall, where endless surprises and experiences await. With Deepavali festivities in full swing and Christmas just around the corner, it’s also the perfect place for a spot of festive shopping. Not to be missed are the grand decorations – always a major draw for tourists and locals alike – as well as a fun line-up of activities set to bring festive cheer.

Tourist-Friendly Shop and explore in comfort and convenience as Pavilion KL offers a host of facilities and promotions to make your experience a seamless and enjoyable one. Tourists can enjoy special privileges, discounts, offers and gifts at over 250 stores with the Tourist Card. Mall-wide Wi-Fi ensures that shoppers stay connected no matter where they are, while the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system makes it easy to explore other parts of Kuala Lumpur and beyond from the mall. pavilion-kl.com

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The ancient Buddhist temple of Borobudur is one of Indonesia's most visited attractions

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Yogyakarta, Indonesia

The Wonders of

Java

Much to love about Yogyakarta or Jogja as the locals call it.

Words Eris Choo Photography courtesy of Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel + PT Taman Wisata Candi

Long regarded as a centre for Javanese arts and culture, Yogyakarta was once home to mighty Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms, powerful Islamic sultanates, as well as British and Dutch colonists – all of whom have left their mark in some way or another.

Today, the city is a thriving tourist destination, one where you can walk through the tranquil hallways of an 18th-century royal palace, then emerge into a shopping street lined with horsedrawn carriages and motor-powered rickshaws.

It is this eclectic blend of old and new that gives the place its charm, and makes it a must-visit for culture and history buffs.

Stories Etched In Stone Undoubtedly Yogyakarta’s most popular attraction, Borobudur Temple is located some 40 kilometres north of the city. Built during the Buddhist-Sailendra dynasty between the 8th and 9th centuries, it is widely considered as one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites.

The temple’s sunrise tour starts at 4 a.m. and it is one worth waking up early for. During the peak season, visitors have to brave the chill morning air, alongside hundreds of eager tourists, to make their way up the pyramid-like structure armed only with torchlights.

As the temple sits on an elevated area surrounded by jungle and mountains, fog is common in the morning. Those with lady luck on their side will, however, be treated to a view like no other. The sun, rising from between the twin peaks of Mount Merbabu and Mount Merapi in

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the horizon, forms a stunning V-shape before it emerges in an orange blaze of glory.

In the light of day, visitors will see that the temple comprises nine stacked platforms, topped by a large central dome. The first six levels, which are square-shaped, feature thousands of bas reliefs carved into stone.

Some are decorative, while others depict the story of Buddha, his disciples and other mythological figures.

The top three levels, which are circular in shape, have small perforated stupas – 72 in total – each housing a statue of Buddha within. In total, there are over 2,600 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues within the complex.

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The temple still holds significance among Buddhists today. On the festival of Wesak to commemorate the birth of Buddha, pilgrims begin their walk from Mendut and Pawon – two smaller temples in the area – before ending their journey at Borobudur.

The Art Of Dance Night brings us to the Ramayana Ballet show, held in an amphitheatre against a backdrop of the majestic Hindu temple complex, Prambanan.

Built around the same time as Borobudur, the complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of over 200 temples, both large and small. The three main ones are dedicated to the Hindu gods Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma, and also carry engraved reliefs of the Hindu epic poem Ramayana, on which the ballet is based.

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While the story’s origins are Indian, the show itself features the Javanese dance, a classic art form that has expressive and graceful yet controlled movements. This is played to perfection by a 200-strong troupe of dancers decked out in dazzling, elaborate costumes, accompanied by traditional Gamelan instruments.

Nature’s Fury

Yogyakarta

Fast Facts

n Also known as Djogja,

Jogja, Yogya or Ngayogyakarta.

n It is the only region in Indonesia still

governed by a monarchy through its Special Administrative Region status.

n Before Jakarta, Yogyakarta was

the capital of Indonesia from 1946 to 1949.

n There are over 100 universities in

the city, earning it the nickname

City of Scholars.

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All seems tranquil on the slopes of Mount Merapi, an active volcano that last erupted in 2010, but as you travel by open-top jeep on bumpy, dusty roads along the trail, guides are quick to point out remnants of the devastation: partially destroyed homes overgrown with vegetation, and patches of scorched earth where grass no longer grows.

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The Merapi Lava tour takes visitors to several key spots, including a small local museum called Sisa Hartaku (literally, ‘the remains of my belongings’), where one will find eerie displays of household items, some partially melted and covered in a thick layer of volcanic ash, as well as a wall clock stopped at the precise moment of the 2010 eruption.

Also on the tour is the Alien Stone, a giant rock with human-like features that was dislodged from the volcano in the last eruption. Further down the trail is the Kaliadem underground bunker, originally built in 2005 as an emergency shelter for villagers. Now abandoned, it makes a good vantage point for views of the volcano’s peak, if weather permits.

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5. A ballet performance based on the Hindu epic poem of Ramayana which tells the tale of good over evil, light over darkness 6. The Taman Sari royal garden chateau is famous for its beautifully decorated pools

City Sights Even within the city limits, there’s plenty to see and do in Yogyakarta. Shopaholics can head to Malioboro Street, a popular shopping haunt located in the old part of town. Try your hand at traditional batik painting at one of the many shops lining the kilometre-long street, or stop by Beringharjo Market, a traditional market that has everything from Javanese herbs and antiques to souvenirs, clothing and cheap shoes.

At night, food stalls aplenty offer delicious delicacies and local cuisine. Some items to look out for are gudeg, a Yogyakartan specialty of stewed unripe jackfruit, as well as bakpiah, a sweet baked pastry stuffed with fillings such as mung bean, chocolate and cheese.

The best way to soak in the sights is on foot, but one can also hop on one of the many horsedrawn carriages in the vicinity, or opt to see the sights via becak, open-top motor-powered rickshaws.

Those keen to dive into Yogyakarta’s more recent past should visit the Kraton, a 19thcentury palace that stands today as a bastion for Javanese arts and culture. It is the official seat and residence of the Sultanate of Yogyakarta, the last of its kind in Indonesia that still rules under a Special Administrative Region status.

Parts of the building designated as a museum are open to the public on weekday mornings, where visitors can view priceless artefacts belonging to the royal family and watch cultural performances.

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Close by is Taman Sari, an 18th-century royal garden chateau. In its glory days, the garden boasted a large artificial lake, numerous functional and ceremonial buildings, hidden passageways and underground catacombs used as bunkers during the war.

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1. The Prambanan complex has over 200 temples

Pay a visit to the well-preserved Umbul Pasiraman central complex, where palace women would go to bathe in beautifully decorated pools, as well as the Sumur Gumuling underground mosque, which features multiple staircases leading up to an open central platform where the Imam (religious leader) would give sermons. A guide is recommended as it is easy to get lost traversing the massive complex.

Return to a restful night’s sleep at Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel, a five-star luxury hotel with unique Javanese touches. Equipped with everything under one roof, from spacious, comfy rooms and various dining options to spa and gym facilities, it makes for an excellent base for travellers exploring the city’s tourist destinations and cultural attractions. Its connectivity to the largest shopping and entertainment precinct in Central Java makes it convenient to shop for souvenirs, gifts and other essentials, giving visitors an opportunity to sample the modern side of Yogyakarta city. ■

Malaysia Airlines flies 12 times weekly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Surabaya (SUB), Indonesia. From Surabaya, Yogyakarta is four hours away by train

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CHEF’S CUT | Victor Low

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“Things have changed,” he said. “We are still focused on getting local customers, people in the neighbourhood, but we are starting to attract a lot of people from faraway places. People from Michigan, from California, from Mississippi.

I’ve had people come here from New Orleans, Virginia, and even New Yorkers.”

Malaysian

Messenger Meet the man who introduced Malaysian cuisine to Chicagoans.

Words + Photography Paul Biasco

A strange thing happened this summer in Los Angeles that left Victor Low’s jaw nearly at the floor. A fellow Malaysian, who recognised his accent while they were out at a restaurant, struck up a conversation. The small talk led to Low letting his new friend know he was living in Chicago but had grown up in Kuala Lumpur.

The first question the stranger had for Low and his wife was whether they had been to this Malaysian restaurant in Chicago called Serai.

The stranger hadn’t but knew all about it. “I said, yeah, I’ve heard about it. It’s pretty good

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actually,” Low recalled. “I didn’t tell them that I was actually the owner. At the back of my mind, I was smirking.”

Word has spread around the United States over the past three years about the opening of Chicago’s only Malaysian restaurant. It’s a bit off the beaten path, on a stretch of Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago’s Logan Square neighbourhood. There are only a handful of Malaysian restaurants around the country outside of New York and Los Angeles, according to Low.

Low never dreamed of the success. He just wanted to open a place for Malaysians in Chicago to experience their native food.

“What we started out doing was cooking traditional Malaysian food for the community, for Malaysians but also people in the Logan Square community,” Low said. “We don’t want Malaysians who bring their friends over who have never tried Malaysian food to say ‘oh, this is not how it tastes back home.’ We want someone to come in and say this is exactly how it tastes back home. We are trying to stay true to the taste.”

That passion for keeping traditional dishes on the menu has resulted in the restaurant becoming a destination in the community. But with that attention comes responsibility. “We feel the social responsibility to make sure, that because we are the only one right now, we need to do it right,” Low said. “Being the first and the only one, this is the benchmark that we have to set for people wherever they go moving forward. That challenge is there, so we use it as a motivation.”

When Michael Loo first heard about the restaurant, he had doubts. Loo had been living in Chicago for four years, studying economics and international studies at DePaul University and missed the flavours of his homeland. “I gave it a couple of tries and I liked it,” said Loo. “It’s nostalgic because the food brings back a lot of memories.”

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Victor Low | CHEF’S CUT

Cook Like A Chef

Low shares his restaurant’s recipe for Nasi Lemak With Chicken Curry.

n 14g curry powder n 226g peeled potatoes

n 1 cup water

n 4 chicken leg quarters (4 drumsticks and

n Tamarind pulp

4 thighs or 900g chicken) n 2 lemongrass (pounded) n 1 tablespoon oil n 500ml water n 100ml coconut milk n Some curry leaves Method: 1. Cut chicken into pieces.

Do not remove bones.

2. Heat up a deep pot

That feeling of nostalgia continues to bring customers back. The restaurant has provided them with a living example of their homeland that had never existed in the city before. “I like bringing my friends there, so we can talk a bit about my culture and they can experience it with their senses, not just words,” said Loo. Low had never owned a restaurant before Serai. In 2016, the year he opened his first, the then 36-year-old had never even stepped into a restaurant kitchen. His only tie to the world of food was limited to familiarity with a few traditional Malaysian desserts his mother made while he was growing up in Kuala Lumpur.

and add oil. Add curry powder and stir until aromatic. Add chicken and lemongrass. Stir for one minute before adding water.

3. Cover pot and lower heat to medium. Bring curry to boil and lower heat, add potatoes and simmer for 20 minutes or so or until the chicken becomes tender. Add coconut milk and bring it to boil. Serve hot.

COCONUT MILK STEAMED RICE Ingredients: n 2 cups rice n 1 small can coconut milk n Salt to taste n Water

What Low and his good friend and chef Khoon Lew did know about the restaurant industry was that Chicago lacked a Malaysian restaurant.

Low had been living in Chicago working for technology companies, and when Lew told him he wanted to open a restaurant, he knew the time was right.

During the early days, there were only four employees. Low and Lew were two of them.

While Lew led the kitchen, Low was learning the ropes and the mindset of the all-hands-on-deck attitude needed up front. Low and Lew started from scratch building out their space and menu.

The focus was to keep things traditional, though there are also Thai and Indonesian items mixed in. Lew, who is from Penang in Malaysia, had been working in Chicago kitchens for about 30 years before breaking away to become the chef of Serai. The restaurant now employs 17 people.

Some of Low’s proudest additions to the restaurant are traditional desserts that he grew up eating and that his mother taught him how to make. Those recipes aren’t always on the

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DRIED ANCHOVIES SAMBAL (SAMBAL IKAN BILIS) Ingredients:

Method:

n 1/2 red onion n 1 cup dried anchovies (ikan bilis) n 1 clove garlic n 10 dried chillies n 1 teaspoon prawn paste (belacan) n 1/4 teaspoon salt n 1 tablespoon sugar

Method: 1. Rinse dried anchovies and drain. Fry anchovies until they turn light brown.

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CHICKEN CURRY Ingredients:

2. Pound prawn paste

together with garlic and deseeded dried chillies with a mortar and pestle.

3. Slice red onion into rings.

4. Soak tamarind pulp in

water for 15 minutes. Squeeze tamarind constantly to extract flavour into the water.

Drain pulp. Put juice aside.

5. Heat some oil in a pan

and fry the paste until fragrant. Add in onion rings and anchovies. Stir well.

6. Add tamarind juice, salt

and sugar. Simmer on low heat until gravy thickens.

Set aside.

1. Rinse rice and drain.

2. In an automatic rice cooker,

add coconut milk, a pinch of salt, and water. Let rice cook.

GARNISHING

n Shrimp crackers n Fried egg n Pickled vegetables

menu, but for special holidays and events, they are, and when a guest asks specifically for them, the kitchen will accommodate. One of those recipes is for pulut tai tai, a tea time snack made of glutinous rice and butterfly pea flower. “I loved it as a child,” Low said. “I learned to make it from her.” Other traditional dishes include char kuey teow and nasi lemak.

still shocked that we’re actually doing this,” he said. “They are proud that we are sharing the Malaysian culture. Every time we go back, people come over and say, ‘we heard about what you are doing in the U.S.’ The first thing they ask is, ‘do Americans know about Malaysian food?’ I say they didn’t, but now they do,” said Low. ■

Low’s parents, who are both in their seventies, have yet to take the 20-hour journey to Chicago from Malaysia to see their son’s restaurant and to see if the food passes the ‘mom test’. Still, word has spread in his hometown. “They are

About the writer/photographer Paul Biasco is passionate about food and travel. He currently splits his time between Mexico City and Chicago. His odyssey includes running the critically-acclaimed Chicago restaurant Quiote and spending a few years on the police beat of a Chicago newspaper.

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Long Live the

Bookshop!

Three independent bookshops show their survival skills in Kuala Lumpur.

Words Tan Lee Kuen | Photography SooPhye

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Independent Bookstores | EXPLORE

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Much has been said about the demise of small, independent bookshops, brought about by the rise of digital books and the pervasiveness of giant enterprises such as Amazon and big commercial retailers, all fighting for the attention of readers, whose numbers are declining. In Malaysia, where reading is not commonly regarded as a major past-time, independent bookshops have an even harder time surviving, much less thriving. However, not all are giving in to the naysaying and throwing in the towel, not when they have so much passion for the printed word and want to keep it alive.

Personalisation is a huge factor in their business.

When a customer walks in through the door, either Fong or Lau greets them with a cheery hello and a little chat. "We try to find out where a person’s interests lie and recommend something that they would enjoy," said Fong.

They are the bookish version of Jeeves, having read more than half of the titles that they stock, with enough working knowledge of the rest to make recommendations.

1. Lit Books is located in the Tropicana Golf and Country Resort in Petaling Jaya 2. A selection of fiction and non-fiction titles 3. Lit Books aims to create a community hub, alongside the business

Newcomer Lit Books has just celebrated its first anniversary. Former corporate consultant and lover of books, Fong Min Hun, has long dreamed of having his own bookshop. Having come to a career crossroads (his wife and partner, Elaine Lau, was a journalist), he decided this was the time to open one. The shop, located in a quiet suburb away from the city centre, offers a carefully curated selection of literary and non-fiction books alongside a cafĂŠ and a social environment.

Fong and Lau have tried to create a community hub within the bookshop, organising regular events and activities. Besides author talks and literary quiz nights, they've teamed up with business radio station BFM 89.9 to do a monthly live recording of a book programme called Bookmark as well as hosted a one-off jazz night with the Malaysian Philharmonic Society featuring original music inspired by Haruki Murakami's writings. Always open to ideas and suggestions, they recently held a live storytelling night, proposed to them by a trio made up of a comedian, a writer and a poet.

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A good bookshop is more than just about selling books, it should be stocked with interesting books and run by well-informed staff. In an ideal situation, while you scan the shelves for a noteworthy title, the bookseller would come up and ask if you are looking for something specific. A conversation might ensue about authors and ideas, and for a moment, a shared bond blossoms over a loved book. By the end, you could walk away with a book that might just change your life, or at least give you several hours of reading pleasure.

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4. Lit Books' husband-and-wife team, Fong and Elaine

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EXPLORE | Independent Bookstores

Tintabudi Over at Tintabudi, Nazir Harith Fadzilah went against the commercial grain by setting up a niche bookshop that focuses on secondhand and new books on history, philosophy, literature and the arts. If you're after an out-of-print book about the Sumatran language and power dynamics, this is probably a good place to start looking.

"The idea (behind Tintabudi) actually is just to sell books that I'm interested in reading," he said. That meant letting go of half of his personal collection as he was getting the bookshop off the ground. "Admittedly, it was hard to part with my own books, but it was a necessary step."

noted Nazir, who tries to run fortnightly reading events and talks. He utilises social media to promote new books that are available in the store as well as upcoming events.

So far, so good. Tintabudi continues to hum along nicely with a loyal and enthusiastic following. "I think we often underestimate the size of the (Malaysian) readership. We have a lot of silent readers that read the sort of books that we offer," said Nazir. facebook.com/tintabudi

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A self-professed late reader, Nazir got hooked on reading and collecting books when he was studying for his engineering degree in Melbourne, Australia, and was exposed to its secondhand book culture. After graduating and returning to Malaysia, he dove right into setting up Tintabudi in Ipoh, a city to the north. The bookshop has since moved to the buzzy creative space Zhongshan Building in Kuala Lumpur, joining a community of other like-minded businesses such as an art gallery, a record store and a historical design archive centre.

Having a physical space was important to Nazir.

"For a bookshop, a good range of titles and interaction with the customer are important aspects that one has to keep improving on.

This is why we prefer having a physical space as opposed to operating online. Face-to-face interactions have helped us in many ways,"

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10 5.-6. Tintabudi carries secondhand and niche books on history, philosophy, literature and the arts 7. Tintabudi founder and owner Nazir Harith Fadzilah 8. The Tintabudi book store is located at the Zhongshan Building in Kuala Lumpur

10. Raman Krishnan opened Silverfish in 1999 11.-12. Silverfish Books is the go-to store for Englishlanguage books written by Malaysians

11 12 Silverfish Books When it comes to longevity, Silverfish Books is the granddaddy of independent bookshops.

Opened in 1999, it has survived economic downturns and several location changes to celebrate its 19th anniversary in June this year. "I can hardly believe that we have been around for so long," mused owner Raman Krishnan.

His first tip for survival? Differentiation.

"Why should shoppers patronise your business and not another? The irony is that most booksellers don’t know what they are selling," he said. "Bookshop owners need to know who they are, what they like, and differentiate, not just change the décor. Every bookshop has to be unique, with its own character and not succumb to sameness."

His second: Read the market and move quickly in response to it.

When Silverfish was first started in 1999, there were no major bookshop retailers in Kuala Lumpur. Borders was only available in Singapore.

When retailers started flooding the market,

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Raman responded by focusing on books that they didn't sell, like Malaysian English-language authors, and held out. His gamble paid off; these days, Silverfish is one of the top sources for Malaysian books in English in Kuala Lumpur with a set of regular customers.

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9. Silverfish Books is arguably the oldest independent bookstore in Malaysia

A big supporter of the local literary scene in the English language, Raman not only sells the books, he publishes known and unknown writers under the Silverfish Books brand. Some of the fresh wordsmiths are the product of his successful writing programme.

To Raman, having a bookshop isn't just about selling books; it is about the spreading of knowledge and serving a community. He was upset when a customer from the United States told him she was closing her bookshop due to competition and launched into a passionate speech about fighting the good fight: “Serve your village, your town, your county.

Find, encourage and develop writers among them. Publish them. Co-publish with them. Focus on local interests. Hold events in your shop.

Create a local community. Create a buzz. Locate a local digital printer, designer, illustrators. Do small initial print runs. Become a destination.

Forget distributors. Forget Amazon. Live free and enjoy the ride. But for God’s sake, don’t close your shop.” ■ silverfishbooks.com

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WARISAN

Menjiwai

Teater Boneka Generasi baru penggiat seni ingin mengembalikan kegemilangan seni persembahan boneka.

Teks Alexandra Wong | Terjemahan Yeo Li Shian Foto ihsan Malaysian Puppetry Association dan Horng Yih Wong

Puppet Masters. Two new-generation puppetry advocates aim to bring the traditional art form back into the mainstream.

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Teater Boneka

Suatu ketika dulu, seni persembahan ini cukup popular di persada seni hiburan tanah air. Hari ini, seni teater boneka bukan lagi hiburan pilihan ramai dan hanya dihayati oleh sekelompok kecil peminat tegar, sekali gus mengurangkan pendedahan masyarakat urban terhadap seni persembahan ini. Situasi ini mendorong satu pasangan penggiat seni persembahan untuk mengubah kemalapan dunia teater boneka tempatan menerusi persembahan teater jalanan di Kuala Lumpur.

Persembahan Warung Panggung pertama yang dipersembahkan di festival seni kreatif paling lama di Kuala Lumpur, Urbanscapes ini sesungguhnya cukup menarik! Berlatarkan era 200 tahun akan datang, Warung Panggung mengisahkan usaha seorang jejaka untuk menyelamatkan keadaan Kuala Lumpur di zaman silam. Menariknya, persembahan dengan gabungan seni persembahan boneka, wayang kulit dan muzik ini turut disajikan menerusi pedati jalanan bagi membantu penonton menjiwai pengalaman melepak di warungwarung tepi jalan yang cukup sinonim dengan kehidupan rakyat Malaysia.

Demi merancakkan lagi persembahan teater bergerak seumpama ini yang masih aktif di negara-negara luar seperti Portugal, ahli-ahlinya akan mengalas sebuah beg. Di dalam beg-beg inilah terkandung segala alatan penting, boneka dan alat-alat muzik yang boleh ‘beraksi’ pada bila-bila masa.

“Dari segi teorinya, penggiat seni teater tradisional boleh beraksi di mana-mana jua asalkan ada pentas,” jelas Easee Gan, pengurus produksi kanan Pusat Seni Persembahan Kuala Lumpur yang juga penerbit bersama Warung Panggung.

Penerbit pemenang anugerah ini sebenarnya merupakan nadi penggerak utama di sebalik kejayaan kebanyakan teater terbaik tanah air.

Bagi Gan, persembahan Warung Panggung merupakan satu pertaruhan kreatif.

“Kami tidak terlalu mengikut cara lama,” kata Gan. “Ya. Memang semuanya boneka biasa – boneka topeng, boneka kayu dan boneka patung. Cuma penampilan mereka cukup berbeza. Salah satu mesej utamanya adalah bagaimana teknologi membunuh interaksi sebenar sesama manusia. Bagi menekankan betapa obsesnya masyarakat kini terhadap peranti dan hanya berhubung melalui teks, semua boneka kami direka tanpa mulut. Kepalanya pula amatlah besar sebab mengandungi terlampau banyak maklumat!”

Seni persembahan boneka tradisional mula menambat hati Gan ketika beliau melanjutkan pengajian Ijazah Muda Seni Persembahannya di Universiti Malaya. Siapa sangka, Dr Loy Chee Luen yang merupakan pensyarahnya ketika itu kini turut menjadi rakan seperjuangannya.

Pada tahun 2014, mereka bergabung tenaga dan menubuhkan Persatuan Seni Boneka Malaysia bagi mempromosikan seni persembahan ini di aneka perayaan, majlis dan pameran di dalam dan luar negara.

Menurut Dr Loy, fungsi seni persembahan boneka bukan sekadar sebagai hiburan atau persembahan semata-mata. “Sebaliknya, boneka adalah sejenis alat pedagogi yang cukup

Historically a popular form of entertainment in Malaysia, puppet theatre is now largely restricted to a parochial audience, no longer considered a mainstream art form. Consequently, audiences in urban areas have little exposure to it, something that a pair of performing arts advocates hope to change by bringing an experimental theatre production to the streets of Kuala Lumpur.

Featured for the first time at the city’s longestrunning creative arts festival Urbanscapes, the premise of Warung Panggung is an intriguing one: set 200 years in the future, the story is about a man who travels back to the past to save a dystopian Kuala Lumpur. Combining the art of puppetry, wayang kulit and music, the show will be presented through a mobile street cart to evoke the quintessential Malaysian experience of hanging out at a warung (Malay for roadside food stall).

And to give a flavour of the travelling theatre still practised in countries like Portugal, the performers will carry a large backpack that contains essential props, puppets and instruments that they can unpack to perform on the fly.

“Theoretically, traditional theatre performers can perform anywhere there is a stage,” explains Easee Gan, senior production manager at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre and Warung Panggung’s co-producer. Award-winning Gan is the driving force behind some of Malaysia’s most acclaimed experimental theatre fare. But even he admits Warung Panggung is a creative gamble of sorts.

“We’re breaking a lot of rules,” he shares.

“Yes, we employ commonly used puppets such as mask puppets, rod puppets and doll puppets, but their look will not be typical.

One of the key messages is how technology is killing interaction between humans.

To represent how we are becoming overly focused on our devices and only communicate with text, the puppets are designed without mouths, while the head is very big because it’s exploding with information!”

Gan developed a strong interest in traditional puppetry while pursuing his Bachelor of Performing Arts at University Malaya, where his lecturer Dr Loy Chee Luen would turn future collaborator. Together, the duo founded

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berkesan. Lagipun, kebanyakan klinik pergigian kerajaan di Malaysia juga menggunakan boneka sebagai alat pendidikan bagi pesakit kanakkanak dan ibu bapa mereka,” jelas pensyarah di Fakulti Pendidikan dan Pembangunan Manusia, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Tanjung Malim, Perak itu.

Bagi Gan pula, seni persembahan boneka merupakan sejenis alat pembelajaran universal yang mudah difahami tanpa keperluan berbahasa. “Menerusi boneka, kita boleh berkomunikasi dengan satu sama lain biarpun berlainan bahasa,” tekannya.

Buktinya, persembahan Warung Panggung sememangnya dipersembahkan tanpa sepatah kata. “Pergerakan fizikal, muzik dan alat akan menceritakan segala-galanya. Tanpa pertuturan, kami berharap penonton dapat melihat persembahan seni boneka sebagai satu kaedah mudah untuk menyatukan masyarakat,” terangnya lagi.

Segala matlamat ini perlu direalisasikan menerusi kemahiran dalang boneka. “Dalang boneka perlu serba boleh dan tahu segalanya – ‘menghidupkan’ watak boneka, menyediakan alatan dan bermain alat muzik. Kedua-dua dalang boneka kami – Paige Chan dan Wendy Ng merupakan pelakon teater dan mereka mudah menyesuaikan diri dengan pentas

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the Malaysian Puppetry Association in 2014 to promote Malaysian puppetry at festivals and exhibitions locally and overseas.

Dr Loy, who currently lectures at the Faculty of Education and Human Development at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris in Tanjung Malim, Perak, shares that the function of puppetry goes beyond performance or entertainment. “It can serve as a powerful pedagogical tool, and in fact, puppets are widely used by government dental clinics in Malaysia to educate young patients and families,” he says.

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Gan points out, “Puppetry is a universal learning tool that is easily understood because it is not language-based. When we use puppets, we can connect with each other even if we don’t have a common language.”

To demonstrate this point, Warung Panggung will not even have spoken words. “We rely entirely on physical movement, music, and props to communicate the story. By taking language out of the equation, we hope to show that puppetry is a medium that is accessible to bring people together.”

Which is to say, a lot will be riding on the skills of the puppeteers to execute these objectives.

“Puppeteers have to be extremely versatile

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2. Dalang boneka perlu mahir dalam mengendalikan boneka, alatan persembahan dan alatan muzik Puppeteers have to be skilled in handling puppets, props and musical instruments 3. Malaysia tidak ketandusan bakat-bakat seni persembahan boneka Malaysia has no shortage of puppeteering talents 4. Misi Persatuan Boneka seterusnya adalah mengumpul senarai bakat-bakat yang ada The Association's next mission is to compile a directory of talent pool 5. Selain hiburan, seni persembahan boneka boleh juga dijadikan sebagai alat pendidikan Besides providing entertainment, puppetry can also be used as an educational tool 6. Penerbit bersama Warung Panggung, Easee Gan Warung Panggung co-producer Easee Gan

selepas menghadiri satu sesi latihan intensif terlebih dulu,” sambungnya lagi.

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Malah, Malaysia sebenarnya tidak ketandusan bakat-bakat seni persembahan boneka.

Masalahnya, kebanyakan penggiat seni tradisional berkemahiran ini tidak tertumpu di kawasan urban yang menjadi lokasi tumpuan segala persembahan seni kreatif. Namun, kelompok penggiat seni ini hanya akan muncul ketika perayaan-perayaan khas seperti Perayaan Hantu Lapar di Pulau Pinang dan Johor. Dr Loy menambah: “Oleh itu, misi utama kami seterusnya adalah mencari dan mengumpul senarai bakat-bakat yang ada.”

Gan pula berpendapat kepelbagaian seni persembahan yang disajikan di Malaysia adalah mengagumkan. “Menerusi kerjasama seperti ini (Urbanscapes), kami berharap dapat menawarkan satu platform bagi memperkenalkan dan seterusnya membawa bakat-bakat seni tempatan ke pentas yang lebih gah dengan rangkaian penonton yang berbeza,” katanya. ■

Warung Panggung akan ditayangkan dua kali sehari pada tiga hujung minggu bermula 3-18 November. Untuk maklumat lanjut tentang jadual tayangan seterusnya, sila layari laman web urbanscapes.com.my.

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because they have to do it all – manipulate the puppets and props, and play the musical instruments. Our puppeteers, Paige Chan and Wendy Ng, are both theatre actors, which helps them to adapt quickly, but they have to undergo an intense training to pull this off.”

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1. Seni persembahan boneka kurang popular di kawasan bandar Traditional puppetry performances are less popular in urban areas

Contrary to popular belief, Malaysia is not lacking in puppeteering talent. But the bulk of good traditional performers are hidden in pockets away from urban spaces, where the action is. In states such as Penang and Johor, during occasions such as the Hungry Ghost Festival, puppet practitioners will come out of the woodwork. “Which is why, our next important mission is to track them down and compile a directory of the talent pool,” says Dr Loy. “Our country has an astounding diversity of performance arts,” says Gan. “Ultimately, starting with collaborations such as this one with Urbanscapes, we hope to provide a platform to bring lesser-known art forms out of their local domains and present them on bigger stages, to a wider range of audiences.” ■

Warung Panggung will run twice a day over three weekends from 3-18 November. Check urbanscapes. com.my for scheduling details.

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The Pioneer Yap Ah Loy is synonymous with the development of Kuala Lumpur. He was the third Kapitan Cina of the fledgling mining town that grew into today’s gleaming capital city.

Kuala Lumpur

Words Siva Sithraputhran | Photography Arkib Negara Malaysia Klang

Sungai Ujong Lukut Melaka

When large deposits of tin were found in territories of Malaya in the early part of the 19th century, the area in and around Kuala Lumpur was one of them. Wealthy Chinese began investing capital in tin mining and a whole new generation of ethnic Chinese migrants followed the trail to Malaya.

Hardship & Change Arriving from his native Guangdong in mainland China in 1854, Hakka-speaking Yap Ah Loy was one of these new migrants. He was just 17. Landing in southern Melaka, he eked out a living first in a tin mine and later as a trader. It was barely a year before his luck ran out and the teenager was booked on a boat back to China. As it turned out, he was forced to extend

his stay in Malaya after losing the ticket for his passage home.

Yap then headed to Lukut and to another tin mine, saving enough money over a period of years to start a pig trading business, which extended to Sungei Ujong (today's Seremban).

Kapitancy It was here that he met the two men who changed the course of his life. He became a bodyguard to the Kapitan Cina (Captain of the Chinese) of Sungei Ujong, Sheng Ming Li, fighting alongside him in local skirmishes. Later, Yap had gained sufficient support to become the Kapitan Cina of Sungei Ujong himself, succeeding his friend. Little is known about Yap's tenure in Sungei Ujong. Yap had another close associate in Liu Ngim Kong, who was to become the second Kapitan Cina of Kuala Lumpur. Yap followed in his slipstream, gaining experience and useful contacts along the way, and succeeded Liu as the third Chinese Kapitan of Kuala Lumpur in 1869.

The role of the Kapitan Cina was administrative and brought with it influence and power. The Kapitan was the leader of the growing migrant Chinese community and looked after its interests in dealings with the emerging colonial British administration and the land-owning Malay gentry. He was also responsible for keeping the peace, a role that meant frequent dealings with rival Chinese secret societies. Yap was reputed to be part of the Hai San society.

Yap became the Kapitan Cina of Kuala Lumpur during a troubled time in its history, when competition for commercial and tin riches led to friction among the Malay rulers of Selangor and between the leading Chinese secret societies. A period of civil war ensued, lasting from 1867 to 1873. Yap was part of the victorious side.

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Kuala Lumpur owes at least part of its history to tin, which became important after inventors realised that adding a layer of the metal kept steel cans from rusting. The tin can was born and demand for the metal grew quickly.

Rebuilding

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The war took its toll on Kuala Lumpur. Buildings were razed and tin mines flooded, disrupting the tin industry and hampering Kuala Lumpur's development. Yap worked to rebuild the town; it is perhaps his greatest legacy. New roads were built, and buildings previously made from wood and palm fronds were replaced by bricks and mortar. Yap encouraged new businesses.

He also oversaw a period of growing prosperity as tin prices climbed, swelling the population.

In 1880, Kuala Lumpur replaced Klang as the capital of Selangor.

Yap died in 1885, succumbing to complications from a lung infection. He was just 48. By that time, the migrant from Guangdong had amassed a great deal of wealth, including a third of all the buildings in Kuala Lumpur and two-thirds of urban land east of the Klang river on top of his mining interests. ■

EDITOR’S NOTE: The facts in this story are based on the book Histories, Cultures, Identities: Studies in Malaysian Chinese Worlds by Sharon A. Carstens.

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THE CURE

Inspiring Health+Wellness

Youthful Essence The La Prairie Skin Caviar Essence-in-lotion is infused with distilled caviar water that preps the skin to reap the benefits of the serum and skincare to follow. Used after toning, the essence hydrates and conditions the skin to better absorb any skincare applied after for firmer, more supple skin. laprairieswitzerland.com

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Say It With Flowers Pamper yourself and loved ones this holiday season with a luscious gift pack by Lush. A tribute to all things rosy, the Rosie Box comes with Rose Jam Bubbleroon and Shower Gel, Ro’s Argan body conditioner for heaven-scented smooth skin, and a Tisty Tosty pink bath bomb in the shape of a heart – all wrapped in a beautiful floral packaging. lush.com

Replenishing Mask Glamglow’s THIRSTYMUD Hydration Treatment Mask is suitable for all skin types, helping to keep the skin hydrated as it moisturises, restores and calms. Featuring ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, use it as a sleeping mask by leaving it on overnight, and be greeted by radiant, dewy skin in

the morning. glamglow.com

Golden Glow Ideal for those with maturing or dry skin, The Renewal Oil from La Mer is a multitasking, dual-phase oil that floods the skin with hydration, making it feel ultra-smooth and soft to the touch. Gently sweep it over the face twice daily to see the skin regaining its natural collagen and firmness, whilst softening the look of emerging lines and wrinkles. The nourishing oil can also be used on the hair, cuticles and dry areas of the body as needed. cremedelamer.com

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GIZMOS+GADGETS

Our Pick Of Gadgets To Have For more gadget selections, visit goingplacesmagazine.com

Bird’s Eye View DJI has launched two additions to its iconic Mavic drone series – Mavic 2 Pro, with an integrated Hasselblad camera for outstanding image quality, and Mavic 2 Zoom, a foldable consumer drone with optical zoom capability. Both feature distinct functions and capabilities, perfect for professionals, aerial and landscape photography, as well as content creators.

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Keeping Data Safe The Samsung Portable SSD X5 is a sleek external storage device offering a read speed of up to 2,800 MB/s. It sports a fullmetal body with a glossy finish and non-slip bottom mat. The shock-resistant internal frame and rugged metal housing reportedly can withstand accidental drops of up to two metres. samsung.com.my

Superzoom In Your Pocket Canon has recently introduced the Powershot SX740 HS, a compact camera with a 40x optical zoom lens. It measures just 40mm thick and weighs only 299g, but offers a range of powerpacked capabilities like capturing 4K Ultra HD videos or firing off 10fps in continuous shooting. my.canon

Always Game Ready With GPU Turbo technology and a powerful Kirin 970 flagship chipset, the Honor Play smartphone is made for gaming. It also has a large 6.3” display and enormous battery life, as well as AI vibration customised for the most popular games and matched to gameplay modes and scenarios. hihonor.com

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FASHION+ACCESSORIES

Stylish Yet Demure

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The current season’s modestwear from Marks & Spencer offers specially curated wardrobe essentials. Statement pieces include a contemporary take on the shirt dress and tunic with feminine floral prints. These can be easily layered with trendy separates such as a high-neck jersey top or even leggings. marksandspencer.com

Bling It On The Selberan Dita collection pays tribute to the elements in nature. Dramatic spikes add texture and depth to the jewellery, adorned with diamond-encrusted tips. Bespoke options include variations in gold, diamond cut and shape, plus coloured stones like emeralds and sapphires. selberan.com

Drawing From Berlin

New York State Of Mind

Ic! Berlin’s Urban range of 3D-printed, screwless eyewear is inspired by its namesake city. From the glorious architecture to the diverse people, these new designs speak of a lifestyle worth living. The beauty is in the details, taking the form of an attractive mishmash between overt functionality and seamless aesthetic.

The Michael Kors Resort collection draws from the designer’s childhood summers at the Catalina Beach Club in Atlantic Beach, New York. Designs make use of lush brocades, delicate lace and extravagant embroideries in leggy silhouettes, finished with sporty surf and scuba details.

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The Globetrotter’s Styling Guide

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Delightfully Pretty From beloved classic styles to newer additions, Chanel’s latest Cruise accessories are simply captivating. Bags pair perfectly with the fashion house’s ready-to-wear collection rooted in the world of luxury liners and chic resorts. Pearl logo jewellery sets the tone for an understated everyday elegance. chanel.com

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Start Your Engines Bentley and Faber-Castell have partnered to introduce a collection of luxurious writing instruments and accessories.

From impressive supercars to intricate writing instruments, two worlds unite, combining timeless design, passion for precision and superb craftsmanship.

Pretty Fun The new range of agnès b. homme eyewear epitomises modern metropolitan living. Each of the premium frames for debonair gents showcases the brand’s exquisite craftsmanship and urbane sensibilities, while redefining luxury with subtlety and charm.

Featuring pastel colours, feminine lace and embroidery details, the Coach x Selena Gomez collection embodies the spirit of not taking yourself too seriously. Each item is designed for the modern girl on the go, and includes the message “Not perfect, always me” printed in the American singer’s handwriting.

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80 Our Network & Those Of Our oneworld Partners

79 Safety & Service Information

86 Enrich Quick Facts & Guide

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Inside Malaysia Airlines

75 News & Updates

Rewarding Dedication Five outstanding individuals and three phenomenal teams were rewarded for their hard work at the second edition of the quarterly Anugerah WOW awards. Short for ‘Way Of Working’, the awards were held to honour and recognise committed employees who went above and beyond the call of duty, be it in operational excellence or customer satisfaction. From 34 entries, 16 were shortlisted as nominees by a selection committee. Winners in the Individual category and Team category all received cash prizes as well as a certificate of recognition each.

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INSIDE MALAYSIA AIRLINES

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Uplifting Spirits The Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) recently marked a historical milestone with the launch of the MH Corporate Song – a symbol of pride, unity and the MH identity. Created to give each member within the MAG family a sense of purpose and belonging, the lyrics speak of the company’s journey and reaffirm its commitment to deliver Malaysian Hospitality to all its guests.

The song also serves as a reminder to all MAG employees of the need to be genuine, efficient and progressive in every aspect of their work to achieve great things together. Malaysian entertainer Faizal Tahir made a guest appearance at the launch to sing the song live with the MAG family.

Instant Messaging Passengers flying with the airline can now enjoy a more convenient journey and seamless digital experience, with the launch of its WhatsApp service. The national carrier is the first airline in Malaysia to implement the solution, enabling customers to receive their flight booking confirmation and status directly through the instant messaging app, in addition to the traditional methods of email and SMS. Travellers can opt in to the service by sending a WhatsApp message to the number +603 8777 4570 or by visiting bit.ly/mhwhatsapp. The service complements

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the airline’s recently announced digital solutions, namely MHguardian, MHfeedback, as well as MHchat, a new feature that helps travellers book flights and pay through the popular social media app, Facebook Messenger. Jointly developed by Malaysia Airlines and Amadeus, the Amadeus Chatbot for Airlines uses Artificial Intelligence to make it easier for travellers to book flights, retrieve bookings and ask questions through the messaging platform. They will also be able to complete transactions, make secure payments and receive their travel itinerary, all within the same app.

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A380-800

FLEET Maswings

ATR

B777-200

ATR 72-500

A380-800

A380-800

Firefly

A350-900

No. of aircraftMaswings 6 | Passenger Seating 286 Length 66.80 m | Wingspan 64.75 m | Height 17.05 m Max. Cruising Speed 944 km/h ATR 72-500

No. of aircraft 6 | Passenger Seating 494 Length 72.72 m | Wingspan 79.75 m | Height 24.09 m Max. Cruising Speed 1,102 km/h

B777-200

A330-200

Vikin

A330-300

A330-200

No. of aircraft 15 | Passenger Seating 283 A380-800 Length 63.66 m | Wingspan 60.30 m | Height 16.79 m B777-200 Max. Cruising Speed 980 km/h

ATR 72-500

No. of aircraft 6 | Passenger Seating 287 ATR 72-500 Length 58.82 m | Wingspan 60.30 m | Height 17.39 m Max. Cruising Speed 880 km/h

A330-300

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Scale 1/200 Date : 23/08/17

No. of aircraft 48 | Passenger Seating 160-166 Length 39.5 m | Wingspan 38.50 m | Height 12.50 m Max. Cruising Speed 857 km/h

A330-300

Firefly

MasKargo

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Viking DHC-6

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B777-200 A330-300

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B737-800

ATR 72-500

Firefly

Firefly No. of aircraft 12 | Passenger Seating 72 Length 27.05 m | Wingspan 27.17 m | Height 7.65 m Max. Cruising Speed 510 km/h

ATR 72-500

MasKargo

A330-200F

A330 200f

No. of aircraft 3 | Maximum Cargo Capacity 65 (70) tonnes Length 45 m | Wingspan 60.30 m | Height 16.88 m Maswings Length 27.05 m | Wingspan 27.17 m | Height 7.65 m Max. Cruising Speed 1,021 km/h

B74

B737-800 ATR 72-500 ATR 72-500

A330 200f ATR 72-500

B777-200

72-500 Maswings ATR Maswings No. of aircraft 10 | Passenger Seating 68 A330-300 Length 27.05 m | Wingspan 27.17 m | Height 7.65 m Max. Cruising Speed 510 km/h

Viking DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 400

ATR 72-500

ATR 72-500

B747 400f

No. of aircraft 6 | Passenger Seating 19 Length 15.77 m | Wingspan 19.80 m | Height 5.94 m Max. Cruising Speed 337 km/h

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SAFETY + SERVICE INFO

CABIN LUGGAGE HANDLING Passenger and crew safety onboard our flights is our highest priority. In compliance with the airline’s policy and in observing Occupational, Safety and Health Regulations requirements, cabin crew are no longer required to stow passengers’ hand luggages into the overhead stowage compartment. This is to minimise occupational hazard and ergonomic risks faced by cabin crew in the aircraft. Cabin crew on duty will, however, assist passengers travelling with infants, young passengers travelling alone, the elderly, and passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers who are fit and in good health must carry, stow and secure their own hand luggages on board. Hand luggage exceeding the 7kg weight limit is required to be checked in before boarding.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PED) For safety reasons and in line with the Department of Civil Aviation guidelines, mobile phones and all PEDs must be switched off once aircraft doors are closed.

Whilst cruising, devices placed in flight mode may be used. The devices must again be switched off during the approach for landing until the aircraft is parked at the terminal building. Devices transmitting strong signals must remain switched off throughout the flight, until disembarkation. The Captain may prohibit the use of devices that can interfere with the aircraft’s system.

LITHIUM BATTERIES Lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries for portable electronic devices (PEDs), including medical devices must not exceed 2g for lithium metal batteries and 100Wh for lithium ion batteries. All spare batteries, including lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries, for PEDs must be carried in passengers’ carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits. For PEDs containing non-spillable batteries, they must be 12V or less or 100Wh or less. A maximum of two spare batteries may be carried. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.

ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES Electronic cigarettes must be carried on one’s person or in carry-on baggage only. Recharging of the device in-flight is not permitted.

ZERO TOLERANCE OF ABUSE We value courteousness. Any form of threat, verbal abuse or violence towards our staff will be taken seriously. We are committed to supporting anyone who has been the victim of an assault.

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BAGGAGE FOR TRANSIT PASSENGERS We recommend that transit passengers in KLIA reconfirm their final baggage destination at the Transfer Desk to ensure they are identified and loaded accordingly. Just show your baggage identification tag to the Transfer Desk officer.

IN ADDITION TO AIRPORT CHECK-IN, HERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS:

COMFORT & CARE Personal care, baby paraphernalia and first aid treatment are available upon request.

ENTERTAINMENT

WEB: Check in online at malaysiaairlines.com. Print out the boarding pass yourself.

Movies, TV and Music On-Demand are available on selected flights.

ONBOARD CONNECTION Laptop power points are fitted on First and Business Class seats.

USB CHARGING Available on selected aircraft type (A350-900 and A330-200).

WEB-TO-MOBILE: Check in online. Your boarding pass will be sent to your mobile phone. The 2D barcode mobile boarding pass can be scanned at airport security and at the boarding gate.

FOOD & BEVERAGE All food served is halal. Special meals can be prepared with 24-hour notice. First and Business Class guests may use Chef-on-Call services to book meals 24 hours prior to departure on selected flights. Alcoholic drinks are available on flights over three hours to passengers above the age of 21. Our cabin crew reserve the right to decline serving and selling alcohol to any passenger who appears intoxicated. Consumption of personal alcoholic drinks is prohibited.

FRESH & FROZEN SEAFOOD Fresh and frozen seafood are strictly not permitted in check-in baggage. They may be accepted in cabin baggage, subject to the destination’s quarantine regulations. They must be properly packed and meet the cabin baggage weight and size requirements. A maximum of 2.5 kg of dry ice per passenger is permissible if dry ice is used to carry these items. We reserve the right to refuse carriage if the items are not properly packed.

MHMOBILE: Download and log onto flymas.mobi on your mobile phone and you will be sent a 2D barcode mobile boarding pass via SMS or email.

FASTCHECK SELFSERVICE KIOSK: Check in and print your boarding pass at these kiosks at the airport.

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ON-TIME PERFORMANCE Our check-in counters close 60 minutes before departure. Please allow at least 45 minutes for immigration and security clearance. Boarding gate will close 20 minutes prior to departure and late passengers will not be accepted.

CITY CENTRE COUNTER CHECK-IN: Available at KL Sentral in Kuala Lumpur and in Hong Kong.

WHEELCHAIR ASSISTANCE Wheelchair requests must be made through the Global Customer Contact Centre and/or Ticket Office and/or Malaysia Airlines appointed travel agents at least 48 hours prior to departure.

Contact the call centre at 1-300-88-3000 for more information.

YOUNG PASSENGER TRAVELLING ALONE (YPTA) We provide assistance for children aged five to 14 years old travelling alone, with 24-hour advance request.

NO-SMOKING POLICY Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, is prohibited on all flights.

EXCLUSIVE CHECK-IN: Enrich Platinum/Gold Members and First/Business Class Passengers can check in at the premium front-end check-in lounge, or via telephone, arriving 30 minutes before take-off if you do not have check-in baggage.

*Terms & conditions apply to the above, which is correct at the time of printing. Visit malaysiaairlines.com for more information.

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OUR NETWORK / MALAYSIA

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Kota Bharu Kota Bharu

Alor SetarAlor Setar

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Penang Kuala Terenggganu Kuala Terenggganu Ipoh

Limbang

Sandakan Sandakan

Labuan

Lawas Limbang

Lawas

Lahad Datu Lahad Datu

Ipoh Miri

Miri Marudi

Mulu Marudi

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Seridan Long SeridanLongBario Kuantan Kuantan KLIA

Bintulu

KLIA

(Kuala Lumpur)(Kuala Lumpur)

Subang

Mukah

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Sibu Tanjung Manis Tanjung Manis

Bintulu

Semporna Semporna Tawau

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Bario

Long Akah Long AkahLong Lellang Long Lellang Long Banga Long Banga

Mukah

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Greenwich Meridian

MASwings flights operated by Royal Brunei oneworld destinations

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Bratsk Novosibirsk Novosibirsk Krasnoyarsk Krasnoyarsk Abakan

Abakan

Chita Ulan-Ude

Ulan-Ude

Semey

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Irkutsk

Irkutsk

Pavlodar Gorno-Altaysk Gorno-Altaysk

Pavlodar

Magadan

Bratsk

Okha

Chita BlagoveschenskBlagoveschensk Khabarovsk

Ust-Kamenogorsk Ust-Kamenogorsk

Sea ofSea of Okha Okhotsk Okhotsk Petropavlovsk

Petropavlovsk

Khabarovsk

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Almaty Almaty Taraz Bishkek Bishkek

Taraz Tashkent

Tashkent

Dushanbe

Osh Dushanbe

Urumqi Vladivostok

Osh

Kulob

Kulob

Peshawar

Islamabad Peshawar

Faisalabad

Faisalabad Amritsar

Amritsar

Nagpur

Dhaka

Kunming

Dhaka

Kolkata

NagpurKolkata

Mumbai HyderabadHyderabad

Tianjin Dalian

Asahikawa Memanbetsu Memanbetsu Obihiro Kushiro Kushiro

Aomori Aomori ofMisawa Sea of Sea Akita Akita Hanamaki Japan Japan Niigata Niigata

Bay ofBay of BengalBengal

Goa Bengaluru Bengaluru Chennai Chennai

Fuzhou Guilin Xiamen Xiamen Guangzhou Guangzhou Kaohsiung Hong Kong Hong Kong Hanoi Hanoi

Krabi Phuket

Colombo Colombo Hambantota Hambantota Banda AcehBanda Aceh Medan Male

NORTH NORTH PACIFIC PACIFIC OCEAN OCEAN

Kaohsiung

Sanya

South South Angeles China China Sea Manila Sea

Da Nang

Da Nang

Tokyo

Haikou

Haikou Sanya

Misawa Hanamaki Yamagata

East East China China Sea Sea Okinawa Fuzhou TaipeiOkinawa Taipei

Siem Reap Siem Reap Bangkok Bangkok Phnom PenhPhnom Penh

Andaman Andaman Sea Sea Phuket

Qingdao Zhengzhou

Guilin Kunming

Chiang Mai Chiang Mai Yangon Yangon

Kozhikode Kozhikode Tiruchchirappalli Tiruchchirappalli Kochi Kochi ThiruvananthapuramTrincomalee Trincomalee Thiruvananthapuram

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Tianjin

Asahikawa Vladivostok Obihiro

Dalian Yamagata Seoul Seoul Komatsu Komatsu Busan IzumoBusan Izumo Tokyo Qingdao Hiroshima Hiroshima Osaka Osaka Xi’an Fukuoka Fukuoka Tokushima Tokushima Jeju Jeju Nanjing Nagasaki Nanjing Kochi Kochi Nagasaki Shanghai Shanghai Miyazaki Chengdu Chengdu Miyazaki Wuhan Wuhan Hangzhou Hangzhou Kagoshima Kagoshima Ningbo Ningbo Chongqing Chongqing Changsha Changsha Wenzhou Wenzhou

Islamabad

Karachi Karachi Ahmedabad Ahmedabad

Goa

Beijing

Zhengzhou Xi’an

Multan New Delhi New Delhi KathmanduKathmandu

Multan

Mumbai

Urumqi

Cebu

Ho Chi MinhHo City Chi Minh City

Angeles

Philippine Philippine Sea Sea

Manila

Guam

Guam

Cebu

Krabi

Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu Bandar Seri Bandar Begawan Seri Begawan Tarakan Tarakan

Koror

Koror

Medan Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur

Singapore Singapore

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EQUATOR

Jakarta

Surabaya Jakarta

Surabaya

Bali

INDIAN INDIAN OCEAN OCEAN

ArafuraArafura Sea Sea

Bali

TimorTimor Sea Sea Broome

Port Moresby Port Moresby Horn Island

Horn Island Darwin

Darwin

Weipa

Weipa

Cairns

Broome

Coral Coral Sea Sea

Cairns

Townsville Townsville Mount Isa Mount Isa Cloncurry Cloncurry Hamilton Island Hamilton Island Port Hedland Port Hedland Mackay Mackay Karratha Karratha Moranbah Moranbah Exmouth Exmouth Alice Springs Alice Springs Longreach Rockhampton Rockhampton Longreach New Caledonia New Caledonia Paraburdoo Paraburdoo Newman Newman Gladstone Gladstone Emerald Emerald Blackall Blackall Ayers Rock Ayers Rock Hervey Bay Hervey Bay Roma Roma Charleville Charleville Brisbane Brisbane Moree Moree Geraldton Geraldton Armidale Armidale Coffs Harbour Coffs Harbour Tamworth Tamworth Lord Howe IslandLord Howe Island Kalgoorlie Kalgoorlie Port Macquarie Port Macquarie Perth Perth Dubbo Dubbo Newcastle Newcastle Whyalla Whyalla Mildura Mildura Port Lincoln

Port Lincoln Adelaide

Wagga Sydney Wagga Wagga Wagga Sydney Adelaide Canberra Canberra Albury Albury

Devonport

Devonport Launceston Hobart

Auckland

Tasman Tasman Sea Sea

Melbourne Melbourne

Launceston

GMT +6

GMT +7

GMT +8

GMT +9

Wellington

Wellington

Hobart Queenstown

GMT +5

Auckland

GMT +10

Queenstown

GMT +11

GMT +12

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AMERICAS + CANADA

Vancouver Seattle Portland

Gulf of Alaska

Milwaukee

St Louis

Phoenix

Dallas San Angelo San Antonio Brownsville Mazatlán

San José del Cabo Mexico City

Gulf of Alaska

Ixtapa

Tallahassee

Corpus Christi

Tampa Sarasota

Gulf of Mexico

Puebla

Belize City

Philadelphia Salisbury-Ocean City

Hudson Bay

Ponta Delg

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

Bermuda

Charleston Jacksonville

Sargasso Sea

West Palm Beach

Montego Bay

Port-au- Santo Prince Domingo

Kingston

San Pedro Sula

Guatemala City San Salvador

Liberia

San Juan

Caribbean Sea

San Jose

Tobago

Santa Marta

San Andrés Island

Caracas Port of Spain

Panama City

PACIFIC OCEAN Honolulu

Martha's Vineyard Nantucket

Nassau Key West Miami George Town Havana Varadero Providenciales Cancún Cap-Haïtien Santiago Grand Cayman Merida

Managua

Lihue

Halifax

Portland

Watertown Boston New York

Raleigh-Durham Charlotte New Bern Myrtle Beach Atlanta Savannah

New Orleans Houston

Montreal

Buffalo

Pittsburgh Washington Winston-Salem

Nashville

San Diego

Toronto Grand Rapids

Chicago

Las Vegas

Monterey Ontario Santa Barbara Palm Springs Los Angeles

Ottawa

Traverse City

Hayden Denver Aspen Colorado Springs Montrose Vail

Reno

Sacramento San Francisco

Québec

Marquette

Yopal Cali

Bogotá Boa Vista

Baltra Island

Kahului

San Cristóbal Island

Kailua Kona

Guayaquil Talara

Tumbes

Chiclayo

Sargasso Sea

Macapá

Gulf of Mexico

EQUATOR

São Luís

Fortaleza Natal João Pessoa

Teresina

Cajamarca

Trujillo Puerto Maldonado

Maceió Aracaju

Caribbean Sea

Salvador Porto Seguro

Santa Cruz

Tacna

Calama

S AT O

Rio de Janeiro

Asuncion

Antofagasta

São Paulo

Copiapó Easter Island

SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN

Chilean Sea

Comodoro Rivadavia

La Serena Santiago

San Juan Mendoza

Porto Alegre Rio Grande

Rosario Buenos Aires

Concepción Valdivia Puerto Montt

Punta Del Este

Neuquén Bahía Blanca

Osorno

San Carlos Bariloche

Castro

LEGEND

Scotia Sea

Balmaceda El Calafate

oneworld destinations

Río Gallegos

MH flights operated by Emirates

GMT -8

GMT -7

Punta Arenas

GMT -6

SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN

Chilean Sea Ushuaia

GMT -5

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Aalborg Billund

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Novosibirsk

Omsk

Nizhny Novgorod

Samara

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88 MOVIES

RATINGS: G / U General audience. Suitable for all ages.

PG Parental guidance recommended. Some content may not be suitable for children.

PG-13 Parental guidance strongly recommended. Some content may be inappropriate for children under 13 years of age.

15 Suitable for audiences aged 15 years and above.

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R Restricted. Not suitable for audiences under 17 years of age.

NR Not rated by the Motion Picture Association of America.

Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive. Viewer discretion is advised.

92 AUDIO RADIO

ANT-MAN AND THE WASP Š 2018 WALT DISNEY STUDIOS MOTION PICTURES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Entertainment

90 TV SHOWS

LANGUAGES: A Arabic / D Danish / E English / ES Spanish / F French / G German / H Hindi / I Italian / IN Indonesian / J Japanese / K Korean / M Mandarin / ML Malay / T Tamil / TA Tagalog

Programmes with Malaysian content.

SUBTITLES:

Award-winning movies/programmes.

A+ Arabic / C+ Chinese / E+ English / J+ Japanese / M+ Malay

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MOVIES

FAVOURITES

LATEST

JACK THE GIANT SLAYER PG13 / 114 mins / Adventure, Drama, Fantasy / E, K, J, C+

THE PEANUTS MOVIE PG / 88 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, E+

New THE MEG JASON STATHAM, LI BINGBING, RAINN WILSON, RUBY ROSE, WINSTON CHAO PG-13 /

/ 113 mins / Sci-Fi, Action, Thriller / E, J, K, E+

TAG JEREMY RENNER, ED HELMS, JAKE JOHNSON, JON HAMM, AKE JOHNSON

THE INCREDIBLES 2 CRAIG T. NELSON, HOLLY HUNTER, SARAH VOWELL

PG / 118 mins / Animation, Action, Adventure / E, C+

R/

/ 100 mins / Comedy / E, C+

THE BUTTERFLY TREE MELISSA GEORGE, EWEN LESLIE, ED OXENBOULD PG-13 / 97 mins / Comedy, Drama, Family / E

DEN OF THIEVES GERARD BUTLER, PABLO SCHREIBER, O'SHEA JACKSON JR.

R/

/ 140 mins / Action, Crime, Drama / E, C+

SCOOBY-DOO! BIG TOP SCOOBY-DOO! NR / Animation, Family, Fantasy / E

THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE PG13/

/ 100 mins / Comedy / E, K, J, C+

WE BOUGHT A ZOO PG / 124 mins / Drama, Family / E, K, C+

CORPSE BRIDE PG / 77 mins / Animation, Fantasy, Musical / E, J, C+

PG-13 /

/ 105 mins / Science Fiction Thriller / E, C+

OCEAN'S 8 SANDRA BULLOCK, CATE BLANCHETT, ANNE HATHAWAY, MINDY KALING

FROZEN IN LOVE RACHAEL LEIGH COOK, NIALL MATTER, SANDY SIDHU G / 84 mins / Romance / E, C+

PG-13 / 110 mins / Action, Comedy, Crime / E, C+

READY PLAYER ONE TYE SHERIDAN, OLIVIA COOKE, BEN MENDELSOHN PG-13 / 139 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, K, C+

GAME NIGHT JASON BATEMAN, RACHEL MCADAMS, KYLE CHANDLER, BILLY MAGNUSSEN R/

/ 93 mins / Comedy, Crime, Mystery / E, K, C+

FREE WILLY PG / 112 mins / Family, Adventure, Drama / E, J

NANCY DREW PG / 99 mins / Comedy, Crime, Family / E, K, J

THE TITAN SAM WORTHINGTON, TAYLOR SCHILLING, TOM WILKINSON

For the complete list of Favourites, please refer to your in-flight entertainment system.

NR / 97 mins / Sci-Fi / E, C+

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New THE DARKEST MINDS AMANDLA STENBERG, MANDY MOORE, GWENDOLINE CHRISTIE

New ANT-MAN AND THE WASP PAUL RUDD, EVANGELINE LILLY, MICHELLE PFEIFFER PG-13 / 118 mins / Fantasy, Science Fiction / E, C+

AWARD-WINNING MOVIES LIFE OF THE PARTY GILLIAN JACOBS, MELISSA MCCARTHY, DEBBY RYAN

PG-13 / 104 mins / Comedy / E, K, C+

RAMPAGE DWAYNE JOHNSON, NAOMIE HARRIS, MALIN AKERMAN PG-13 / 101 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, K, C+

While struggling to balance his responsibilities as a father and superhero, Scott Lang is faced with another dilemma as he is approached

by The Wasp to undertake a dangerous mission. They soon find themselves facing the supervillain Ghost, while uncovering secrets about their own past and the origins of their abilities.

FROZEN KRISTEN BELL, IDINA MENZEL, JONATHAN GROFF, JOSH GAD

LOST CHILD – TATTERDEMALION LEVEN RAMBIN, JIM PARRACK, TAYLOR JOHN SMITH NR /

/ 105 mins / Drama, Mystery, Thriller / E, C+

New TEEN TITANS GO! TO THE MOVIES

TOMB RAIDER ALICIA VIKANDER, DOMINIC WEST, WALTON GOGGINS

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THE GREAT GATSBY LEONARDO DICAPRIO, CAREY MULLIGAN, JOEL EDGERTON, TOBEY MAGUIRE

DANGEROUS LIAISONS GLENN CLOSE, JOHN MALKOVICH, MICHELLE PFEIFFER, UMA THURMAN

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE STEVE CARELL, TONI COLLETTE, GREG KINNEAR

L.A. CONFIDENTIAL KEVIN SPACEY, RUSSELL CROWE, GUY PEARCE, KIM BASINGER

CRAZY HEART JEFF BRIDGES, MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL, COLIN FARRELL

/ 140 mins / Mystery, Thriller / E

PG-13 / 101 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, C+

PG-13 / 94 mins / Drama / E, C+

GRAVITY SANDRA BULLOCK, GEORGE CLOONEY, ED HARRIS

RED SPARROW JENNIFER LAWRENCE, JOEL EDGERTON, CHARLOTTE RAMPLING, MATTHIAS SCHOENAERTS

ISLE OF DOGS BRYAN CRANSTON, KOYU RANKIN, EDWARD NORTON

MEDITATION PARK CHENG PEI-PEI, SANDRA OH, TZI MA, LIANE BALABAN, ZAK SANTIAGO

PG-13 / 161 mins / Action, Adventure, Fantasy / E, J, C+

PG-13 / 91 mins /Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller / E, J, K, C+

R/

PG / 88 mins / Animation, Family, Action / E, K, E+

PG / 102 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, C+

PG-13 / 98 mins / Action, Adventure, Drama / E, J, K, E+, C+

GREG CIPES, SCOTT MENVILLE, KHARY PAYTON

Every superhero in town appears to be getting their own blockbuster movie, except the Teen Titans. Feeling dejected, the team comes up with a plan and heads to Hollywood to star in their very own film. Things soon go awry when a supervillain tries to take over the world, putting the fate of the young heroes on the line.

AVATAR SAM WORTHINGTON, ZOE SALDANA, SIGOURNEY WEAVER

THE 15:17 TO PARIS ALEK SKARLATOS, ANTHONY SADLER, SPENCER STONE PG-13 / 93 mins / Drama, History, Thriller / E, J, K, C+

R/

/ 115 mins / Drama, Romance / E

R/

/ 100 mins / Crime, Drama, Mystery / E

PG-13 / 134 mins / Drama, Romance / E, J, K

R/

R/

/ 102 mins / Comedy, Drama / E, C+

/ 107 mins / Drama, Music, Romance / E, C+

For the complete list of Award-Winning Movies, please refer to your in-flight entertainment system.

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MOVIES

BEST OF MALAYSIA

CHINESE

JAPANESE

喜喪 / LAST LAUGH YU FENGYUN, LI BAOMING, CHEN SHILAN

オー・ルーシー！/ OH LUCY! SHINOBU TERAJIMA, JOSH HARTNETT, KAHO MINAMI, KOJI YAKUSHO, SHIOLI KUTSUNA

PG-13 /

/ 82 mins / Drama / E+

PG-13 /

New HIJABSTA BALLET PUTEH MAIMUN ZAHRAH, BETTY BENAFE, AMAN GRASEKA, AIDA KHALIDA

अं ग्रे ज ी

में क ह तरे हैं / ANGREZI MEIN KEHTE HAIN SANJAY MISHRA, EKAVALI KHANNA, PANKAJ TRIPATHI PG-13 /

/ 104 mins / Drama / E+

KIDS

ZOOTOPIA GINNIFER GOODWIN, JASON BATEMAN, IDRIS ELBA

PG / 108 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, C+

भ ा वरे श ज ोश ी सु प र हरे र ो

/ 120 mins/ Drama / E+

/ BHAVESH JOSHI SUPERHERO HARSHVARDHAN KAPOOR, PRIYANSHU PAINYULI

Adele is a talented ballerina on her way to great success until she makes a controversial decision – to don a hijab while performing.

She resolves to bring about change and acceptance in the industry by balancing art and religion. As word of her ambition spreads, she faces threats from religious extremists.

PG-13 /

/ 154 mins / Action, Drama / E+

द ि ल व ा लरे ि ु ल ह न ि ए लरे ज ा यें गरे / DILWALE DULHANIA LE JAYENGE SHAH RUKH KHAN, KAJOL 動物世界

/ ANIMAL WORLD YI FENG LI, MICHAEL DOUGLAS, DONG YU ZHOU

PG-13 /

/ 132 mins / Action , Drama , Mystery / E+

NR /

恋は雨上がりのように

/ AFTER THE RAIN NANA KOMATSU , YÔ ÔIZUMI, NANA SEINO, HAYATO ISOMURA, SHONO HAYAMA PG-13 /

/ 112 mins / Romance , Drama / E+

KOREAN

/ 181 mins / Drama / E+

ग ो ल म ा ल अ गरे ि / GOLMAAL AGAIN AJAY DEVGN, ARSHAD WARSI NR /

TANGLED MANDY MOORE, ZACHARY LEVI, DONNA MURPHY

PG / 100 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, C+

/ 130 mins / Action, Comedy, Fantasy / E+

ब ा िश ा ह ो / BAADSHAHO AJAY DEVGN, ILEANA D'CRUZ

NR/

/ 136 mins / Action, Thriller / E+

र ा इ ड / RAID AJAY DEVGN, SAURABH SHUKLA, ILEANA D'CRUZ

NR /

PINJAMKAN HATIKU AYDA JEBAT, SHAHEIZY SAM, FARID KAMIL G/

/ 120 mins / Drama, Romance / E+

버닝 / BURNING YOO AH-IN, STEVEN YEUN, JUN JONG-SEO PG-13 /

/ 148 mins / Mystery, Drama / E+

暴裂无声 / WRATH OF

SILENCE WU JIANG, YANG SONG, WENKANG YUAN

PG-13 /

/ 119 mins / Crime, Drama, Mystery / E+

去年の冬、きみと別れ

/ LAST WINTER, WE PARTED TAKANORI IWATA, MIZUKI YAMAMOTO, TAKUMI SAITOH

PG-13 /

/ 105 mins / Action, Crime, Drama / E+

ब ललै क मरे ल / BLACKMAIL

IRRFAN KHAN, KIRTI KULHARI NR /

/ 120 mins / Action, Comedy, Thriller / E+

/ 94 mins / Crime, Drama / E+

TAMIL ஒரு குப்பை க்ை / ORU KUPPAI KATHAI DINESH MASTER, MANISHA YADAV, YOGI BABU PG-13 /

SUATUKALA KAMAL ADLI, WAFIY ILHAN JOHAN, SWEET QISMINA, DYNAS MOKHTAR G/

당신의 부탁 / MOTHERS SOO-JUNG LIM, TAE-WOO KIM, SANG-HEE LEE, CHAN-YOUNG YOON PG-13 / / 108 mins / Drama / E+

MY PERFECT YOU GERALD ANDERSON, PIA WURTZBACH, / 103 mins / Drama, Romance / E+

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머니백 / SNATCH UP MOO-YUL KIM, HEE-SOON PARK, KYOUNG-YOUNG LEEM KWANG-RYUL JUN PG-15 / / 100 mins / Comedy, Crime / E+

大樂師．為愛配樂

/ CONCERTO OF THE BULLY CHERRY NGAN, RONALD CHENG, WAI AL PG-13 /

/ 96 mins / Comedy, Music / E+

紅海行動 / OPERATION

RED SEA YI ZHANG, JOHNNY HUANG, HAI-QING, DU-JIANG, YUTIAN WANG, LUXIA JIANG NR /

THE WIND TAKEMI FUJII, YÛKI FURUKAWA, YOSHIHIKO HAKAMADA PG-13 /

LAMB RYÔ NISHIKIDO, FUMINO KIMURA, RYUHEI MATSUDA, KAZUKI KITAMURA, YUKA G/

/ 101 mins / Thriller / E+

/ 126 mins / Thriller / E+

SCOOBY-DOO MATTHEW LILLARD, SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR

JOSEPH VIJAY, S.J. SURYA, KAJAL AGGARWAL

NR /

/ 162 mins / Action, Thriller / E+

இரும்பு ை ி்ை / NR /

IRUMBU THIRAI VISHAL, ARJUN

/ 154 mins / Action, Thriller / E+

ந ிெ ிர / NIMIR M.S. BHASKAR, PARVATHY NAIR, J. MAHENDRAN

曇天に笑う / LAUGHING

G/

/ 94 mins / Action, Drama / E+

CARS 3 OWEN WILSON, CRISTELA ALONZO, CHRIS COOPER

/ 130 mins / Drama / E+

NR / / 123 mins / Comedy, Drama / E+

UNDER THE CLOUDS SÔTA FUKUSHI, YÛMA NAKAYAMA, YUKI FURUKAWA, SHUNSUKE DAITO

G / 88 mins / Animation, Adventure, Family / E, C+

மெர்சல் / MERSAL

/ 119 mins / Drama, Romance / E+

羊の木 / THE SCYTHIAN

/ 139 mins / Action, Drama, Thriller / E+

泄密者们 / THE LEAKERS FRANCIS NG, CHRISSIE CHAU, KENT CHENG, CHARMAINE SHEH, JULIAN CHEUNG PG-13 /

風の色 / COLORS OF

MULAN MING-NA WEN, EDDIE MURPHY, BD WONG

G / 102 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E, C+

PG-13 /

지금 만나러 갑니다 / BE WITH YOU SO JI-SEOB, SON YE-JIN, BAE YOO-RAM, KIM JI-HWAN, KO CHANG-SEOK NR / / 119 mins / Fantasy, Romance / E+

G / 78 mins / Animation, Adventure, Drama / E, C+

அருவ ி / ARUVI ADITI BALAN, PADMASHRI MOHAMMAD ALI

/ 120 mins / Drama / E+

TAGALOG

PG /

/ 135 mins / Drama / E+

THE LION KING MATTHEW BRODERICK, JEREMY IRONS, JAMES EARL JONES

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PG-13 /

/ 97 mins / Comedy, Drama / E+

HINDI

நாச்ச ியார / NAACHIYAR JYOTHIKA, G.V. PRAKASH KUMAR

/ 94 mins / Action, Drama, Thriller / E+

PG / 86 mins / Adventure, Comedy, Family / E

THE POLAR EXPRESS TOM HANKS, CHRIS COPPOLA, MICHAEL JETER G / 99 mins / Animation, Adventure, Comedy / E

DUMA ALEX MICHAELETOS, CAMPBELL SCOTT, HOPE DAVIS PG / 99 mins / Adventure, Drama, Family / E

For the complete list of movies for kids, please refer to your in-flight entertainment system.

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TV PROGRAMMES

COMEDY

DRAMA

THE FLASH S4 GRANT GUSTIN, CANDICE PATTON, DANIELLE PANABAKER

YOUNG SHELDON S1 IAIN ARMITAGE, ZOE PERRY, LANCE BARBER, MONTANA JORDAN, RAEGAN REVORD

4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

10 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

THE BIG BANG THEORY S11

GOTHAM S4

JOHNNY GALECKI, JIM PARSONS, KALEY CUOCO, SIMON HELBERG, KUNAL NAYYAR, MAYIM BIALIK

BEN MCKENZIE, DONAL LOGUE, DAVID MAZOUZ

The series centres around four geeky, socially awkward friends and Penny, an aspiring actress and pharmaceutical representative.

In the eleventh season opener, Amy enthusiastically accepts Sheldon’s marriage proposal. Sheldon later comes to terms with the fact that he will not always be the centre of attention in their marriage.

This is a story about a young Commissioner Gordon, as he strives to restore order to Gotham City. Season 4 is the original story of The Dark Knight where Bruce Wayne, a young socialite, begins to assume responsibility for Gotham’s well-being as the city witnesses the emergence of the criminal landscape and unhinged villains.

9 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

15 Episodes /

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THE MICK S2 KAITLIN OLSON, SOFIA BLACKD'ELIA, CARLA JIMENEZ 12 Episodes /

NEW GIRL S7 ZOOEY DESCHANEL, JAKE JOHNSON, MAX GREENFIELD, HANNAH SIMONE, LAMORNE MORRIS 8 Episodes /

/ 30 mins each / E

TRIAL & ERROR S1 NICHOLAS D'AGOSTO, JAYMA MAYS, STEVEN BOYER, JOHN LITHGOW, SHERRI SHEPHERD 5 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

/ 60 mins each / E

/ 30 mins each / E

SPEECHLESS S2 MINNIE DRIVER, JOHN ROSS BOWIE, MASON COOK, CEDRIC YARBROUGH 12 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

IZOMBIE S4 ROSE MCIVER, MALCOLM GOODWIN, RAHUL KOHLI, ROBERT BUCKLEY 13 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

EMPIRE S4 TERRENCE HOWARD, TARAJI P. HENSON, JUSSIE SMOLLETT, TRAI BYERS, GRACE BYERS 4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

THE X-FILES S11 DAVID DUCHOVNY, GILLIAN ANDERSON, MITCH PILEGGI, WILLIAM B. DAVIS 4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

THE ORIGINALS S4 JOSEPH MORGAN, DANIEL GILLIES, CLAIRE HOLT 5 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

THE GIFTED S1 STEPHEN MOYER, AMY ACKER, SEAN TEALE

LIFE IN PIECES S3 COLIN HANKS, BETSY BRANDT, THOMAS SADOSKI, ZOE LISTER-JONES

8 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

8 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

THE ORVILLE S1 SETH MACFARLANE, ADRIANNE PALICKI

MOM S5 ANNA FARIS, ALLISON JANNEY, MIMI KENNEDY, SADIE CALVANO 11 Episodes /

FRESH OFF THE BOAT S3/S4 RANDALL PARK, CONSTANCE WU, HUDSON YANG S3 & S4 / 4 Episodes each / 30 mins each / E

THE MIDDLE S9 PATRICIA HEATON, NEIL FLYNN, CHARLIE MCDERMOTT, EDEN SHER 12 Episodes /

/ 30 mins each / E

8 Episodes /

/ 30 mins each / E

GHOSTED S1 ADAM SCOTT, CRAIG ROBINSON, ALLY WALKER, ADEEL AKHTAR 4 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

LEE DANIELS' STAR S2 JUDE DEMOREST, BRITTANY O'GRADY, RYAN DESTINY, AMIYAH SCOTT 4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

THE 100 S5 ELIZA TAYLOR, BOB MORLEY, MARIE AVGEROPOULOS, PAIGE TURCO, ELI GOREE 5 Episodes /

/ 60 mins each / E

PRISON BREAK S4 DOMINIC PURCELL, WENTWORTH MILLER

12 Episodes /

/ 60 mins each / E

ARROW S6 STEPHEN AMELL, KATIE CASSIDY, DAVID RAMSEY 10 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

2 BROKE GIRLS S6 KAT DENNINGS, BETH BEHRS, GARRETT MORRIS, JONATHAN KITE, MATTHEW MOY 3 Episodes /

/ 60 mins each / E

THIS IS US S1 MILO VENTIMIGLIA, MANDY MOORE, STERLING K. BROWN

/ 30 mins each / E

4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

MODERN FAMILY S9 ED O'NEILL, SOFÍA VERGARA, JULIE BOWEN, TY BURRELL, JESSE TYLER FERGUSON

FAMOUS IN LOVE S1 BELLA THORNE, CHARLIE DEPEW, CARTER JENKINS

4 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

LAST MAN STANDNG S6 TIM ALLEN, NANCY TRAVIS, HECTOR ELIZONDO, AMANDA FULLER, MOLLY EPHRAIM 4 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

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PEOPLE OF THE EARTH S2 WYATT CENAC, LUKA JONES, ALICE WETTERLUND 7 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

POWERLESS S1 VANESSA HUDGENS, DANNY PUDI, CHRISTINA KIRK, RON FUNCHES, ALAN TUDYK 3 Episodes / 30 mins each / E

6 Episodes /

BLINDSPOT S2/S3 SULLIVAN STAPLETON, JAIMIE ALEXANDER, ROB BROWN S2, 4 Episodes / S3, 5 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

LEGENDS OF TOMORROW S2 ROBERT TAYLOR, LOU DIAMOND PHILLIPS

4 Episodes / 60 mins each / E

/ 60 mins each / E

ANIMAL KINGDOM S3 ELLEN BARKIN, SHAWN HATOSY, BEN ROBSON 5 Episodes/ 60 mins each / E

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TV PROGRAMMES

BEST OF MALAYSIA

CHINESE

HINDI

FROM INK TO APPAREL

OMG YEH MERA INDIA S3

PG / 30 mins

PG / 30 mins

STAMMERING BALLAD

BAATEIN KAHI ANKAHI: ZEENAT AMAN

PG / 60 mins

JAPANESE NIKO AND THE SWORD OF LIGHT 3 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

STAR WARS REBELS

TAUKE JAMU

BUDAK IJAT

2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

PG / 30 mins

PG / 30 mins

JOYOUS JAPAN: TRIP ON LOCAL RAILWAYS PG / 30 mins

DANGER AND EGGS

ELENA OF AVALOR 2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

NUR PG / 60 mins

BIAR AKU JADI PENUNGGU

PG / 30 mins

INDIPEDIA: STREET FOOD

NORTHERN JAPAN TRAVELERS: ENJOY AUTUMN TOUR IN LAKE AKAN AND MASHU IN HOKKAIDO

ITHU NAMMA PAATU LA!

PG / 30 mins

PG / 30 mins

RUNNING MAN: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE! PG / 60 mins

PG / 60 mins

LAWAK KE DER TAK COVERLINE

UMEED INDIA: SAI PRANEETH

PG / 30 mins

KOREAN

2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

PG / 30 mins

INKIGAYO PG / 60 mins

TAMIL

THERINTHA KOVIL THERIYATHA PURANAM PG / 30 mins

ENEKE VAA EP 2 PG / 60 mins

PETTIKULLE ENNA S1 PG / 60 mins

PG / 30 mins /

FANTASY ESCAPE PG / 30 mins /

RESEPI MEMIKAT ISTERI S2 SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS S10

MICKEY AND THE ROADSTER RACERS

4 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

CINTA FATAMORGANA PG / 60 mins

PECAH PERUT

PG / 30 mins /

TREK MUSLIM PG / 30 mins /

LIFESTYLE RHB PREMIER SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE BALI 3 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each /E/

ME TIME

SCIENCE & TECH WILDLIFE DEFENDERS

1 Episode / PG / 30 mins / E

FESTIVALS OF THE WORLD PG / 30 mins / E

2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

STILL OPEN ALL HOURS S4

2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

PUPPY DOG PALS 2 Episodes / PG / 30 mins each / E

IATA AWARENESS PG / 0.125 mins / E

SPORT

INDIAN WEDDING RACE

OUT OF THE DARK (FOUR CORNERS)

PG / 60 mins / E

PG / 60 mins / E

BUSINESS

MILLION DOLLAR AMERICAN PRINCESSES: MEGHAN MARKLE

SUPERMARKET SECRETS S2 PG / 60 mins / E

PG / 60 mins / E

PG / 0.167 mins / E

A CHINESE IN THE MATTERHORN PG / 30 mins / E

ADVENTURE GOLF: NEW ZEALAND

MALAYSIA AIRLINES: THE DAY OF THE LEGENDS

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 3 mins / E

TOYOTA RACING SERIES 2017

TRAVEL & SENSES

RHYS WILLIAM A.K.A MAT SALLEH CARI MAKAN: LONDON

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

TAXI TO ASIA: A THREE WHEELER’S MAN (DHAKA VS MALACCA) PG / 30 mins / E

FRENCH DEFINITELY FRENCH: SPORT

ENRICH BRAND VIDEO PG / 1 min / E

PG / 30 mins / E

HOLLYWOOD PROFILES: ANNE HATHAWAY PG / 30 mins / E

NEGARAKU ICON: PERJUANGAN SI MUNUL PG / 60 mins / E /

THE RIDDLE OF THE LEANING TOWER PG / 60 mins / E

HISTORIC WALKS: HOLLYWOOD PG / 30 mins / E

MAVCOM PG / 0.15 mins / E

JOE GEBBIA, CO-FOUNDER, AIRBNB

NEW WORLD WITHOUT STRANGERS: THE NEW COLLABORATIVE ECONOMY

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

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UNITED FOR WILDLIFE

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 1.24 mins / E

SHOWBIZ

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

DISNEY TSUM TSUM

PG / 30 mins / E

HISTORY

MARVEL'S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY

DISNEY MICKEY MOUSE

DEADLY DINOSAURS

PG / 60 mins / E

ANTS!: NATURE’S SUPERPOWER

1 Episode / PG / 30 mins / E

1 Episode / PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

A HOUSE OF ITS TIME: MALAYSIA: JUNGLE RETREATS, THE GREAT ESCAPE (STARRING: ROBBIE FOWLER & JOHN BARNES)

PG / 60 mins / E

MARVEL'S SPIDER-MAN

FUTUROPOLIS

ANIMAL SOCIETY STARS IN STYLE S5

LOUD HOUSE S1

PG / 60 mins / E

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 30 mins /

TRAVEL

NATURAL WORLD CLAN OF BABY BABOON

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KIDS

SATAY WITH RHYS WILLIAMS PG / 4.2 mins / ML, ML+, E+ /

SOUNDSTAGE

ARABIC

HADIS: MAKHLUK ALLAH

DESIGN + STORY: DANCE + CUTS

JOURNEY TO HAJJ: MECCA

PG / 30 mins / ML

PG / 30 mins / E

PG / 60 mins

RELIGIOUS

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AUDIO ON-DEMAND

duo m this and ohd the m.

The single JODOHKU by Khai Bahar or Muhammad Khairul Bin Baharuddin is playing onboard this month in the Radio segment. We caught up with the award-winning singer for a quick chat about his career and what is in store for him.

You started off by busking in Kuching, Sarawak and by uploading covers you sang on YouTube. When and how did you get your break into the music industry?

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I was offered an audition by Fadli Wakil of Nar Records. I wasn’t ready for it initially, but I knew I couldn’t continue as a busker forever. So I braved the audition and got accepted as an artist for the label.

What inspired me to write #123 is my deep love for music as well as encouragement from friends and family, who believe in my potential, especially my father. To those who have not had a listen, please check out #123 on YouTube!

You are only 24 years old, but the last two years have seen you winning quite a few awards, among them, the Most Popular Artiste award in Anugerah Planet Muzik 2018. How does this make you feel?

Which local musician or producer would you most like to work with for a song or album?

I’m thankful for God’s blessings, and grateful to my fans who have been very supportive. My family has also given me a lot of encouragement as well as my management team, who worked tirelessly to help promote my name in the local music scene.

Among your singles, which is your favourite song?

Tell us what inspired you to write that song.

My latest pop single, #123, has an upbeat feel to it, which is very different from my previous songs, which are mostly slow ballads.

I collaborated with my friend Patrick Anohada on the song and we were able to create meaningful lyrics to go with the melody.

There are many! I’d like to collaborate with Ajai and Omar K as they’re both experienced composers with lots of interesting ideas. As for singers, I’m currently planning to do a duet with Siti Nordiana, but we’re still in the process of choosing the best material for the single. I’d also like to work with Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Zamani and Faizal Tahir.

I hope I’ll have the chance to do so in the near future!

What is in store for you in the next six months?

Make more good music and quality songs that the fans will love and improve my singing skills. I’m interested to venture into fashion, in particular the Hijab.

I also want to be more involved in humanitarian efforts through organisations such as SyriaCare and to help the less fortunate.

DAUGHTRY - Cage To Rattle Cage To Rattle is the American rock band’s fifth studio album after a five-year hiatus. The first single Deep End serves as a reminder to remain youthful, reminiscent of chart songs from the mid-eighties. Daughtry plays to their strengths in recording this album, which is definitely a pleasure to listen to.

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THE HITS

MALAY

including... lovelytheband (above), Daughtry, NYK, Elley Duhe, Travis Scott, Tash Sultana, Mitch James, LAUREL, Tom Grennan, Amy Shark, The Sam Willows, Midnight Fusic, The Internet, The Carters, Cosmo's Midnight, Christina Aguilera

including... Exists (above), Pastel Lite, Yuna dan Orkestra Simfoni Kebangsaan, Datuk Ahmad Jais, Ning Baizura & Fairuz Hussein, Shima, Aubrey Suwito & Friends with The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Amy Mastura

JAZZ

MEMORIES

including... Cecile McLorin Salvant (above), Thomas Quasthoff, Tia Fuller, Van Morrison & Joey DeFrancesco, Kurt Elling, Nostalgia 77, Till Bronner & Dieter Ilg, Dizzy Gillespie, James Brandon Lewis, Duke Ellington & His Famous Orchestra

including... The Guess Who (above), The Alan Parsons Project, Aretha Franklin, Eddie Fisher, Engelbert Humperdinck, Garbage, The Byrds, Olivia Newton-John, The Emotions, Britney Spears, Michael Bolton, Luther Vandross, Aerosmith, Gary Barlow

KIDS

CLASSICAL

including... Fairy Tales For Kids (above), Kids & Fairy Tales, Sreejoni Nag, The Wiggles, ABC Kids, Little Feet Music, Roshan Treasuriwala, Annabelle Ferro, My Little Pony, John Field, Bananas In Pyjamas

including... Leonard Bernstein (above), Stuart Skelton, West Australian Symphony Orchestra, Asher Fisch, Malaysia Philharmonic Orchestra, Claus Peter Flor, Lang Lang, Yo-Yo Ma

WORLD

including... Maher Zain, Ustaz Abdullah Fahmi, Inteam, Mesut Kurtis, Gigi, Raef, Haddad Alwi, Hafiz Hamidun, Nowseeheart, Lah Ahmad, Harris J, Brothers

including... Ricky Martin, Baloji, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Eros Ramazzotti, Humood Alkhuder, Santana, Julio Iglesias

HINDI including... Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Yours Truly Arijit, Vol.2, Jab Harry Met Sejal (OMPS), T-Series Mixtape, Dear Zindagi, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Yours Truly Pritam, To My Valentine (Punjabi Love Songs), Best Of A.R Rahman

NASYID

KOREAN including... Ahn Ye Eun, A.C.E, J_ust, Cocosori, EXID, Jung Dongha & Oh Jun Sung

INDONESIAN including... EDEN, Novita Dewi, Isyana Sarasvati, Astrid, Judika, Sheila On 7

16/10/2018 3:28 PM

AUDIO ON-DEMAND + RADIO CHANNELS

CANTONESE

TAMIL

CLUB

(Not available in A350)

Radio Channels

CHART TOPPERS

including... Prudence Liew (above), Lil Ashes, Candy Lo, Eman Lam, Mischa Ip, Hacken Lee, Phil Lam, Jason Chan, Sandy Lam, Leon Lai, Cass Phang, Ekin Cheng, Angela Pang

including... Reprise Classics (above), Summer Vibes: Melody, Finesse: Shreya Ghoshal, Absolute Best of 2017, Mersal (OMPS), Kaatru Veliyidai, They've Got The Moves: Suriya, 20 Biggest Hit: Harris Jayaraj, Kollywood, Tamil Beats

JAPANESE

LIGHT & EASY (Not available in A350)

including... Pola & Bryson (above), Soulwax, Claptone, Paul

Kalkbrenner, Simian Mobile Disco, Confidence Man, What So Not, CLMD, Kygo, Maya Jane Coles, Makoto, Bonobo, DJ Shadow, Cosmic Gate, Fred V & Grafix, Mirami

RELAX

(Not available in A350)

including... One Bit x Louisa, John Mayer, Camila Cabello feat. Swae Lee, Cheat Codes x Little Mix, Buddy feat. Khalid, GASHI feat.

French Montana & DJ Snake, The Chainsmokers feat. Emily Warren, Noah Cyrus & Lil Xan, DJ Khaled feat. Justin Bieber, Chance the Rapper & Quavo

MALAY FAVOURITES including... Khai Bahar, Kayda, WARIS X Nora Danish, Elly Mazlein, Edry & Azmi, Reshma, Ziana Zain, Lah Ahmad, Aliff Aziz, Soulvibe, Cakra Khan, Pretty Ugly, KRU Feat. Zizan, Lirasadika, Bocey, GAC (Gamaliél Audrey Cantika), Fatin Husna, Najwa Latif, Wings

including... Nogizaka46 (above), GOT7, Shota Shimizu, Hiragana Keyakizaka46, Hikaru Utada, Suchmos, JUNHO (From 2PM), Nariaki Obukuro, FLOW, Scandal, MIREI, LiSA, Mika Nakashima, X JAPAN

MANDARIN

including... Human Nature (above), Neil & Liam Finn, Paul Simon, Ray LaMontagne, The Script, Kyle Bielfield, Michael Bolton, Boyz II Men, Bob Dylan, The Piano Guys, Il Divo, Natalie Imbruglia

SOUNDTRACK (Not available in A350)

including... Jean-Michel Jarre (above), Emerson Phillips, Jens

Buchert, Michelle Qureshi, Fiona Joy, Sherry Finzer, Yanni, Yiruma, Jennifer Defrayne, Music to Relax To, Music To Sleep By, Classical Chill, Holistic Yoga

COUNTRY

(Not available in A350)

HINDI RHYTHMS Including... Darshan Raval, Badshah, Sunanda Sharma, Pritam, Diljit Dosanjh, Neeti Mohan, Nikhita Gandhi, Jatin-Lalit, Amit Kumar, Sonu Nigam, Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Aastha Gill Feat. DJ Yogii & Badshah, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

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POP ASIA including... Utada Hikaru & Nariaki Obukuro, sumika, EXID, Park Kyung feat. SUMIN, Sophia Huang, Jun Xu, Rainie Yang, Eman Lam, Da LAB, Lil Ashes, Alan Kuo, Jang Jane, SHUYA, A.C.E, Tokyo Health Club feat. Kick a Show, Paige Su, Jin, Maggie Chiang, Nariaki Obukuro feat. Utada Hikaru

GOLDEN ERA including... Joanna Wang (above), Winnie Ho, Jun Xu, Karen Mok, Xiao-li Zhan, Joey Chiang, Julia Peng, Rainie Yang, Eric Chou, A-Lin, Jeff Chang, Jolin Tsai, Xue Zhi Qian, Coco Lee

PLAYLIST

(Only available in A350)

including... Summertime-Relaxing Cocktail Jazz to Chill, Dine and Unwind, Zen Spa Vol.1, Reprise Classics, Outlaws & Armadillos: Country's Roaring'70s, Summer Vibes: Melody, 16, Selawat Sepanjang Zaman, Ultimate…

Power Ballads, Ultimate…Disco, Ultimate…Party Anthems, Ultra 2018, Shogun Audio Presents - The Classics 2004-2017, Sick Music 2018, I Love the 80s, Old Time Memories 2.0, Ultimate…Chillout

including... James Horner - The Classics (above), The Rick and Morty Soundtrack, West Side Story (Original Broadway Cast) [Remastered], Lady Bird (Soundtrack from the Motion Picture), Blade Runner 2049 (OMPS)

including... Connie Smith (above), Old Crow Medicine Show, Jason Aldean, Scotty McCreery, Dixie Chicks, Kelsea Ballerini, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, The Highwaymen, Carrie Underwood

ROCK

RHYTHM & BLUES

(Only available in A350)

including... Daughtry, Garbage, Father John Misty, Jack White, Manic Street Preachers, Eels, The Vaccines, Judas Priest, Albert Hammond Jr, Jimi Hendrix, Alice Cooper, The Shins, Joe Satriani

(Not available in A350)

including... Macy Gray, Leon Bridges, Johnny Jenkins, Charlie Wilson, Alicia Keys, Usher, Craig David, Stan Walker

COMEDY

TALK RADIO

(Only available in A350)

including... Jerry Stiller & Anne Meara, Joan Rivers, Bocey

(Not available in A350)

including... Jerry Stiller & Anne Meara, Joan Rivers, "Weird Al" Yankovic, Bocey

Audio On-Demand segments depend on your aircraft type.

Please refer to your in-flight entertainment system to see which segments are available to you.

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including... Aerosmith, John Farnham, The Pointer Sisters, Michael Jackson, Odyssey, Evelyn "Champagne" King, Starship, Survivor, Eurythmics, The Hues Corporation, TLC, Fairground Attraction, Roy Orbison, McFadden & Whitehead, Eric Carmen

ROCK ARENA including... Ozzy Osbourne, Jefferson Airplane, Lala Lala, Cullen Omori, The Clash, 77:78, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, The Goon Sax, Ari Roar, Garbage, Asian Kung-Fu Generation, Ali Barter, Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, Big Brother & The Holding Company, Dawes, Daughtry, Blue Oyster Cult, Deaf Wish, The Molochs

Passengers with AVOD can enjoy a host of radio shows across a range of genres. Channel numbers depend on the aircraft. Check your aircraft type and then on your in-flight entertainment system to find out.

16/10/2018 3:28 PM

HANDSET INSTRUCTIONS

GETTING STARTED For passengers with a seatback personal screen, please refer to the following instructions for use of the remote control. 擁有個人屏幕的乘客請參照以下圖像和說明來使用您的遙控器。 個人スクリーンをお持ちのお客様はお手元のハンドセットを下の画像と合わせてから続けてお読みください。

First & Business Class A380

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First Class A350-900 1

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*For Economy Class passengers, access to in-flight entertainment and service functions is via the seatback touch screen monitor.

1

Control Paddle*

1

控制板*

1

上下左右ボタン*

2

Window Display

2

顯示視窗

2

ウィンドウ表示

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Brightness UP/DOWN

明るさUP/DOWN

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入力*

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Select/Start*

10

Enter*

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Game Controls*

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Audio/Video Controls To Rewind, Play/Pause, Forward and Stop for Audio/Video

7

音量 UP/DOWN 亮度 UP/DOWN

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呼叫乘務員/取消

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QWERTY Keyboard - B738/A333

17

Magnetic Card Reader

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Cabin Crew Assistance

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*Not on the Inseat System

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Happenings In Malaysia + Around The World

SEEN+HEARD

Celebrating A Milestone

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In commemoration of its 120th anniversary, Rimowa unveiled its first-ever global integrated campaign, complete with a star-studded guest list the likes of twenty-time Grand Slam winning athlete Roger Federer and Men’s Artistic Director at Louis Vuitton & Founder & Creative Director of Off-White, Virgil Abloh, who shared their personal interpretation of what travel means in their lives.

Creative Gathering New Offerings Global sports brand PUMA launched its newly-refurbished flagship store in Suria KLCC Kuala Lumpur in September, featuring the SELECT concept, which is dedicated to showcasing the brand’s collaboration with top celebrities such as Selena Gomez. The launch also saw the introduction of PUMA’s golf range, making it the first PUMA store to carry its golf products.

Malaysia Airports and the Malaysia Design Development Centre recently launched HIMPUN, a month-long campaign at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport to showcase the best of Malaysian fashion, craft, delicacies and beauty products to a global audience.

The campaign was officially unveiled by the Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Her Royal Highness Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin.

Bedazzling Gems Amee Philips Jewellers has opened its third boutique at Bangsar Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur. Fans of the jeweller can now revel in its beautiful new space, which carries an extensive range of the brand’s most popular collections such as the 1926 collection, Bamboo and Forget Me Not.

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