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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq offered words of encouragement for Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on social media, following the latter's heated exchange with taxi drivers in Langkawi . In a Twitter post in English and Malay on Sunday (Oct 21), Syed addressed the leader and said: "Don't be sad and please don't give up on us." Ayahanda @chedetofficial , https://t.co/qHTtcj9WjL — Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) October 21, 2018 He also added in Malay that it was "impossible for us to please everyone". On Sunday morning, Dr Mahathir was addressing taxi drivers in Langkawi about their concerns over ride-hailing service Grab when some shouted and walked out of the room in disagreement. Amid the disruption, Dr Mahathir said: "If you don't want me to be the prime minister, I can resign today, it’s no problem for me." In a separate post on Instagram, Syed was also critical of the taxi drivers who were "rude" during the dialogue session … [Read more...] about Syed Saddiq consoles Mahathir after ‘I can resign’ remark at taxi drivers’ meeting

Kindly Share This Story: …To roll out 1,000 for take-off By Olasunkanmi Akoni Lagos State Government and a Chinese automobile firm, Choice International Group, CIG, on Thursday, signed an Agreement for the establishment of a motor assembly plant and proposed to take off 1,000 units of vehicles for the state taxi scheme. The signing ceremony and flag-off ceremony for the commissioning were held at the Lagos House, Marina, Lagos Island. The proposed automobile assembly plant is scheduled to be ready in 18 months. Also read: 2023:Yahaya Bello ‘ll deploy Kogi strategy to solve Nigeria’s insecurity, says support group The agreement also established the Lagos Taxi Scheme, known as ‘Lagos Ride’. The first 1,000 taxis will also be ready in 12 months. Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, led the government representatives, while Group Chairman of CIG Motors, Diana Cheng, represented the automobile firm. Speaking on the occasion, … [Read more...] about [Just in] Taxi scheme: Lagos, China automobile firm sign MoU on establishment of assembly plant, ‘Lagos Ride’

Without a doubt, the annual Singapore Writers Festival (SWF), which kicks off tomorrow (Nov 2), is the most anticipated event in the local literary calendar. After all, it’s the biggest gathering of authors and book-lovers we can all look forward to. And this year’s 21st edition certainly ups the ante, with a record 390 writers and speakers in attendance over the two weekends, including Trainspotting’s Irvine Welsh, Booker Prize-winner Kiran Desai and bestselling humour author David Sedaris in town. READ: Trainspotting's Irvine Welsh, humourist David Sedaris at this year's Singapore Writers Festival But what if you’re not really the type “book-lover” type? That shouldn’t be an issue, said festival director Yeow Kai Chai. “At the core of it, SWF is about communication, and how we use language – verbal and non-verbal – to express our dreams, loves and desires, hopes and fears,” he said. Yeow added: “Yes, we have numerous events for literary aficionados, but in order … [Read more...] about A quick guide to the Singapore Writers Festival (for those who aren’t into books)

Is there a bag more coveted than a Kelly? Perhaps a Birkin? For a limited time only, Hermes is offering something more experiential than the sum of these two iconic bags: A golden ticket that gets you access into the rarified world of the French institution. And access is free. The Hermes Carre Club is dedicated to the appreciation of brand's famous silk scarves. The touring club popped up in New York and Toronto in September, and if you caught them both, good on you, but you’ll still do well to clock in at the Singapore stop, which kicks off on Oct 19 and runs until Oct 21. The artistic director of Hermes’ women’s universe, Bali Barret, has adapted the club with thoughtful little touches just for Singapore. Food, for example, has been arranged. Local food stylist and barista CR Tan will curate a Southeast Asian menu for the cabaret-inspired, salon-styled Carre Cafe. While you’re there, indulge in retro arcade games or listen in on literary readings. Another Singapore … [Read more...] about Karaoke, skateboarders and makeovers – for free at the Hermes Carre Club pop-up event

Who: Julia Deans What: Both Sides Now Where: Harkness Henry’s Emporium of Scintillating Wonders, Hamilton Gardens When: Wednesday night Reviewed by: Mike Mather Sometimes, when one artist decides to cover another – in an entire show, no less – it’s an ill-conceived venture. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it works really well. And sometimes, as in the case of Julia Deans’ tribute to the music of the great folk singer Joni Mitchell, it’s a marriage made in heaven. READ MORE: REVIEW: Tami Neilson and Friends at the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival REVIEW: Fly My Pretties at the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival REVIEW: Tattletale Saints at the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival Both Sides Now was more homage than any attempt by Deans to emulate her Canadian inspiration. There was no overthinking here. No attempt to impersonate her predecessor. No on-stage chain smoking. While the music was Mitchell’s, the show was all the New Zealander’s, and all New … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Both Sides Now – Julia Deans sings Joni Mitchell, at Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival