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The forest on Gunung Berembun doesn’t reveal its stories easily.

On most mornings, mist drifts through the tall jungle trees like smoke from a fire that never burned out.

To hikers, it’s just another weekend peak in Negri Sembilan – a 1,014-metre climb through damp earth and leech-friendly trails.

But beneath the quiet green lies a tale of war and a bomber that never went home – a story the mountain has held for almost 80 years.

The date was Aug 23, 1945, just eight days after Japan’s surrender, when a long-range B-24 Liberator broke the stillness of these hills. The war had ended, but not the mission.

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With glee in their voices and a very unnecessary bullhorn in hand, HGTV host Retta and interior designer Alison Victoria stood on the porch of Justine Mays’ Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, home in the United States last summer and proclaimed her to be the owner of “the ugliest house in America!”

Was it the doors used as decorations instead of entrances that led to this crowning achievement? The room wallpapered in cigar boxes? Or the grill bolted to the second-storey exterior of the house that was accessible only through a window?

It was all of that, and so much more.

In shock upon receiving this unparalleled distinction, Mays’ jaw dropped as confetti rained down upon her. Then, a huge smile spread across her face and she put her head in her hands and cried.

“Thank you so much,” she said. “I feel awesome. I’m really happy.”

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Hong Kong star William Chan and Victoria’s Secret supermodel He Sui have welcomed their first child, and at the same time confirmed their long-rumoured relationship.

Chan, 39, and He, 36, announced the news of their newborn on Chinese social media platform Weibo on Oct 18. Posting separate photos of them holding up an ultrasound baby scan, they wrote in Chinese: “Dad, mum and him.”

Chan was seeing wearing a cap with the word “Dad” while He was wearing one with “Mom”.

Chan and He also uploaded a photo of them together with the Chinese model showing her baby bump, and separate photos of them carrying the baby.

The couple did not provide details on when their child was born.

According to Hong Kong news outlet The Standard, Chan and He have been spotted on dates and holidays, but did not confirm their relationship until Oct 18.

Dot news reported that the couple were first spotted in August 2021 at the same residence.

Chan rose to prominence in 2003 when he participated in the International Chinese New Talent Singing Championship Hong Kong regional finals. He joined Cantopop boy band Sun Boy’z in 2006 and left the group two years later to pursue a solo career.

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White patches on the skin, especially on the face, hands or body, often raise curiosity and concern.

Many people wonder if this condition is dangerous or contagious.

The truth is, this condition is a skin health issue called vitiligo, a pigmentation disorder that causes the skin to lose its natural colour and turn lighter or white.

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease that happens when the body’s immune system attacks melanocytes, the cells that are responsible for producing skin colour.

It is estimated that about 0.5% to 1% of the world’s population lives with this condition.

The white patches usually appear symmetrically, such as on both hands or both feet, but they can also occur in other areas like the hair, inside the nose or in the mouth.

Although vitiligo does not cause physical pain, it can have a significant emotional impact, especially on people with darker skin.

The condition can affect anyone, regardless of gender, race or age.

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The limestone caves of the Lipis Geopark in Pahang are not only beautiful but also hold countless secrets and mysteries that date back millions of years.

Recognised as Malaysia’s 11th National Geopark in 2023, the caves in this northern Pahang district preserve vital records of Earth’s geological evolution, ancient fossil discoveries, as well as local legends that are still told today.

A recent programme organised by Tourism Malaysia Eastern Region, gave participants the opportunity to explore the history, heritage and natural wonders of the caves.

Among the highlights is Gua Sisik Naga in Kampung Kubang Rusa, Merapoh, named after the cave’s its ceiling formations that resemble the scales of a dragon.

According to licensed tour operator Mohd Syukri Jali, 50, the cave was formerly known as Gua Kalong on topographic maps before being upgraded as a tourist destination.

This dry cave, about 300m long, is now equipped with an artificial internal lighting system that allows visitors to fully appreciate the surrounding rock formations.

“It has been developed as a show cave and is the only one in the area with a lighting system. The trail inside the cave is flat and suitable for visitors of all ages, unlike Gua Padang Kawad, where visitors must swim and wade through rivers.

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IF you really want to know an archer, don’t bother asking about their draw weight or favourite bow brand – just take a peek inside their archery bag.

That’s where the truth hides.

A well-packed bag is like a psychological profile: meticulous organisation, backup tools and enough spare bits to rebuild a small spaceship.

Then there are those who pack like they’re off on a month-long expedition – duct tape, snacks, three towels and a mysterious item that can only be labelled “just in case”.

Everything inside tells a story: how they shoot, how they prepare and how often they’ve learnt lessons the hard way.

Let’s start with the unsung hero – the bow square.

To the untrained eye, it’s just a T-shaped piece of metal or plastic with a few numbers.

To an archer, it’s the difference between a clean shot and an arrow that behaves like it’s had too much coffee.

One edge checks the brace height (the distance between the bowstring and the bow’s grip), the other checks the nocking point (where the arrow clips onto the string).

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Penang-born pianist Vincent Ong, 24, has brought pride to Malaysia by securing fifth place at the International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland.

As the first Malaysian to reach the finals of this prestigious competition, Ong was awarded a laureate title and a prize of 25,000 euros (RM123,000). Ong shares joint fifth place with Polish pianist Piotr Alexewicz.

The results were announced early this morning (Malaysian time), with the 17-member jury – led by veteran pianist Garrick Ohlsson – naming American pianist Eric Lu, 27, the winner of the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition.

Canada’s Kevin Chen, 20, finished second and China’s Zitong Wang, 26, came third.

Chopin celebration

The final round concerts took place from Oct 18-20. Each pianist performed Chopin’s Polonaise-Fantasy in A-flat major, Op. 61 and one of the two piano concertos, either in E minor, Op. 11, or in F minor, Op. 21, accompanied by the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra under conductor Andrzej Boreyko.

Chopin’s work Polonaise-Fantaisie is considered notoriously difficult to master.

“Of course, it matters that I am the first Malaysian to reach the finals of the competition. But it does not matter in the sense that all people, irrespective of their origin, love music,” said Ong to the Polish Press Agency before his finals performance last Saturday, which captivated the audience at the National Philharmonic in Warsaw, the venue of the International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition.

Ong performed on a Shigeru Kawai piano.

His achievement in reaching the competition finals, organised by Poland’s Fryderyk Chopin Institute, is expected to further elevate his growing profile and expand his international fanbase.

Established in 1927, the competition is renowned for launching international piano careers and remains one of the few major contests devoted entirely to a single composer – demanding both mastery and personal interpretation of Chopin’s works.

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Popular Twitch streamer Emiru was accosted by a man at TwitchCon 2025 during a meet-and-greet session with fans.

A video of the incident – which reportedly took place on Oct 17 – posted online shows the streamer interacting with a male fan when another man, in a grey plaid shirt, hurriedly approaches Emiru.

The man embraces her and appears to lean in for a kiss before a security staff member steps in and shoves him away.

The 27-year-old streamer, whose real name is Emily Beth Schunk, later said in an Oct 19 post on X that she was disappointed in how the security staff at TwitchCon “did not react and let the guy walk away”.

Emiru, who has nearly two million followers on streaming platform Twitch, added: “The security guard in the clip who reacts is my own security… My friend told me Twitch security were joking afterwards about how they did not even see what happened.”

She added that this was not the first time someone has assaulted her at an event and that this would be the last time she would be attending the streaming platform’s convention.

In an X post on Oct 18, Twitch said that “law enforcement and event security were on-site and responded to the incident”.

It added that the man was “immediately blocked” from returning to the TwitchCon premises, in contrast to Emiru’s account.

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Who invented them? That’s disputed, but probably someone in Europe. The Belgians have a strong claim, and today they love their fries so much that they are available on every corner, consume more than most nations and discuss them deeply at every opportunity.

How can you make fries at home that taste just as good as those from the takeaway? Two professional chefs share advice on how to enjoy tasty and healthy chips.

Deep-frozen or home-made?

People who make chips at home usually opt for frozen products. “Frozen is convenient and quick,” notes Annegret Hager, a consumer protection advocate in Germany. They do not take much time to prepare as you just take the fries straight from the package and out them in the oven or deep fryer. Thanks to deep-freezing, they also keep for longer and are easy to store. 

Just like the type of potato and fat used, you have no control over any additives, such as dextrose, however. “You have to keep testing until you find the brand you like,” Hager says. However, the flavour often cannot compete with home-made chips.

It is for this reason that frozen fries are out of the question for Jannik Degner, a food blogger and enthusiastic amateur chef in northern Germany. “Home-made fries taste so much better,” he says.

Since they are cut from fresh potatoes, they have a more intense taste and a better consistency. Also, the cook can determine which type of potato, cooking oils and seasonings to use. And naturally, you can cut your fries thick or thin, short or long, depending on your preference.

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Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh has been invited to attend the launch of Visit Malaysia 2026 in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, who spoke to the Ipoh-born Oscar winner on the phone while meeting her husband Jean Todt at the Global Zero Waste Forum in Istanbul, Turkiye, extended the invitation for her to join Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the launch in January next year.

Nga said Anwar would also officiate the lighting ceremony of Bukit Bintang’s Walk of Fame, which would symbolise the official launch of the tourism campaign.

He said Malaysia has become one of Asia’s most sought-after travel destinations this year, expressing hope that Yeoh would also help to promote Visit Malaysia 2026.

“By the end of 2025, tourist arrivals are expected to exceed 40 million, an 18.4% increase, surpassing Malaysia’s total population for the first time. Tourism now contributes 15% to Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP), making it the second-largest source of national income,” he said in a statement on Tuesday (Oct 21).

“We must showcase the best of our culture, hospitality, and cleanliness. To achieve the RM150bil revenue target for Visit Malaysia 2026, every citizen should play a role as a tourism ambassador and help the world discover ‘Malaysia Truly Asia’,” he added.

In the cordial meeting with Todt, who is United Nations Special Envoy for Road Safety, Nga discussed with him ways to strengthen road safety initiatives through improved urban planning and building design, aimed at reducing traffic accidents and protecting road users.

The former chief executive officer of Ferrari presented Nga with a signed copy of his latest book, The Silent Pandemic, while Nga gifted the couple a Malaysian batik necktie and scarf, symbolising Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage.

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