by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 1:30 PM ET, Tue April 14, 2026 Princess Cruises is sharing more details about its 2027 and 2028 voyages in Southeast Asia and Japan.The line-up is the brand’s largest Asia deployment ever, featuring 96 departures across 61 itineraries visiting 55 destinations in nine countries. For a limited time, the 2027-28 voyages are on sale for up to $800 off, plus perks like a free room upgrade and up to $200 in bonus savings per stateroom for Captain’s Circle members. In Japan, Princess will offer 85 departures across 52 itineraries, ranging from seven to 29 days…
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Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd., PT Hasnur Group Indonesia, Hanwa Co., Ltd., NH Foods Ltd., Four Pride Management Pte. Ltd., and SPIL Ventures (their respective presidents and headquarters are listed below) today announced the formation of a consortium to launch a pilot cultivation project for Pongamia, a plant known for its oil-bearing seeds, in Tapin Regency, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. The consortium will use approximately 10 hectares at the site of a former coal mine to conduct technical verification over a five-year period from 2026 to 2031, including the cultivation of Pongamia, the collection of growth data, and the assessment of…
Members of a popular gym in Al Quoz said they were shocked and heartbroken after a fire hit the facility early Tuesday, bringing an abrupt end to what many described as a close-knit fitness community.Ayoub Jemail, who has been training at Binous gym for five years, said the space meant far more than just workouts. “It wasn’t just a gym for us, it was like a community. People came here not just to work out, but to socialise and connect,” he said. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels.“I was here just last night, and…
Under the motto “Malaysia, Truly Asia,” Malaysia reaffirms its identity as a unique cultural mosaic, where Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous communities coexist in harmony. This diversity translates into an authentic experience that integrates street markets, historic temples, and a cuisine shaped by centuries of cultural exchange.Within the framework of Visit Malaysia 2026, the country is reinforcing its strategy to attract international travelers through modern infrastructure, competitive costs and an increasingly efficient air network, positioning itself as one of the most accessible destinations in Southeast Asia for Latin America.Kuala Lumpur: the principal regional hubThe capital, Kuala Lumpur, serves as the…
I thought I knew spice until I touched down in Chongqing. This city is the undisputed heavy-weight champion of heat, and there is one dish that defines the entire region: Xiao Mian. It literally translates to “small noodles,” but there is nothing small about the flavor profile here. I went to a local institution where the line stretches down the block, and the seating is… well, non-existent.No Chairs, No ProblemThis place is as authentic as it gets. There’s absolutely nowhere to sit. Instead, they hand you a small, interlocking foam pad. You just find a patch of concrete on the…
Moscow: Pakistan’s envoy to Russia has lauded the nuclear safety record of New Delhi and Islamabad, saying the two countries have mutual guarantees not to attack each other’s nuclear facilities.In an interview published on Tuesday by the private RTVI.com news portal, Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi also said such guarantees acquire special significance in the current hostilities in West Asia.”India and Pakistan have a very good history of mutual guarantees that we will not attack each other’s nuclear facilities,” Tirmizi told the news portal, which caters to the global Russian-speaking diaspora, settled mainly in Israel and Western countries.”Our nuclear facilities are…
Hong Kong has suspended plans to legalise basketball betting, citing concerns that the rapid growth of prediction markets could complicate the regulation of the gambling sector. The Home and Youth Affairs Bureau said legally introducing basketball betting at this stage could fuel participation in prediction markets, which are illegal in Hong Kong when linked to sports betting. It added that trading volumes in such markets reached $64 billion in 2025, a threefold increase from the previous year. “Given these latest developments, as a responsible government, it is necessary to conduct a more in-depth study into the operations of these emerging…
Enjoy “one night in Bangkok” and watch the cast of Chess on Broadway performing “Golden Bangkok.” See an exclusive video of the musical’s ensemble performing the opening dance sequence in act two, live at the Imperial Theatre. The ensemble of the revival includes Kyla Bartholomeusz, Daniel Beeman, Shavey Brown, Emma Degerstedt, Casey Garvin, Adam Halpin, David Paul Kidder, Sarah Michele Lindsey, Michael Milkanin, Aleksandr Ivan Pevec, Aliah James, Sydney Jones, Sean MacLaughlin, Sarah Meahl, Ramone Nelson, Fredric Rodriguez Odgaard, Michael Olaribigbe, Katerina Papacostas, Samantha Pollino, Adam Roberts, Regine Sophia, and Katie Webber. The song can be heard on the musical’s recently-released cast recording, featuring Aaron Tveit, Nicholas Christopher, and Lea Michele. The musical also stars Hannah Cruz, Tony Award nominee Bryce Pinkham, Bradley Dean, Tony Award…
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has said energy markets should brace for “significant disruptions in the months to come” if deliveries of oil and gas do not resume by the middle of this year. Global oil supply dropped by more than 9% in March due to restrictions on vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on energy facilities in the Middle East, the IEA said in a report published today. Loadings of crude, gas and refined products in the Gulf region dropped from more than 20 million barrels per day in February to an average of 3.8 million barrels per day by…
A Chinese tanker sanctioned by the U.S. transited the Strait of Hormuz this morning despite the American blockade, illustrating that the U.S. Navy’s action has not completely cut off traffic through the key waterway despite Trump’s initial announcement. A U.S.-sanctioned Chinese tanker passes through the Strait of Hormuz, displayed in a tracked map by Marine Traffic. Marine Traffic / via ReutersMarineTraffic data showed that the Rich Starry, a medium-range chemical tanker, was the first vessel to pass through the waterway overnight after departing Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. It listed China as its destination.The tanker and its Chinese owner,…