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Sydney Morning Herald
11 hours ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Four hot new city restaurants with $15 lunch deals to hit in your break
Winter is upon us, but things are heating up in the CBD, where a clutch of new openings is here to help you resist the urge to hibernate. A Sydney-famous Malaysian chef has made his Melbourne debut. There are three wallet-friendly new lunch options for city workers to get around, and two seafood-centric Japanese diners are on their way. The hottest new restaurant in town Since opening the wildly popular Ho Jiak in Sydney, now with four locations, Malaysian-born chef Junda Khoo has been sharing the food of his homeland and challenging expectations of what the cuisine can be. Now he's brought the party to Melbourne, with a three-storey Malaysian mega-venue. The cherry on top is rooftop beer hall Ho Liao (Level 2, Rainbow Alley), which Khoo says has been doing between 600 and 700 covers a day since it opened late last month. 'It's been absolutely wild.' While the menu might read conventionally, Khoo puts his own spin on things. His signature char kwai teow is 'not traditional, not authentic', with more wok hei than you'd expect. The loh bak (five-spice pork rolls) use fatty pork jowl instead of the more common mince and add prawn mousse to the mix. The rendang curry stars braised wagyu shin for extra flavour.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Singapore triathlete Ben Khoo smashes his own national Ironman record in Hamburg
Benjamin Khoo clocked 8 hours 49 minutes and 46 seconds in Hamburg on June 1 to break his own Singapore record in the Ironman race. PHOTO: COURTESY OF BENJAMIN KHOO SINGAPORE – Battling the choppy waves and cold wind, Singapore triathlete Ben Khoo struggled at the start of the Ironman race in Hamburg, Germany, on June 1. But the 34-year-old pushed through the swim leg in the Alster Lake, made up ground on the bicycle before completing the marathon to clock 8 hours 49 minutes 46 seconds. In the process, he smashed his own Singapore record of 9:02:24, set at the Ironman Copenhagen race in August 2023. The Ironman race comprises a 3.8km swim, 180km bicycle ride and 42km run. Khoo, a business executive in the chemicals sector, said: 'There was a thunderstorm, so the race was delayed, and we were afraid that that might affect the conditions. 'I didn't have a very good swim and the swim was longer than expected – 4km instead of 3.8km – but I was quite happy to make time on the bike. 'So I went much, much faster than I expected. And then I got off the bike, I was like, 'okay, more or less there already', I just need to finish a marathon conservatively, and I will be able to break the record with quite a comfortable buffer.' Triathlon Association of Singapore president Paul Rachmadi said Khoo 'delivered a monumental race'. He added: 'Smashing his previous best of 9:02:24, Ben continues to redefine the limits of endurance, discipline and dedication. 'An extraordinary achievement and a powerful inspiration to the next generation of triathletes in Singapore.' In April, Khoo had also competed in the Singapore leg of the T100 triathlon series at Marina Bay, where he finished as the quickest Singaporean in the open category. The T100 is a shorter event, with participants completing a 2km swim, 80km bike race and 18km run. Khoo said: 'The intensity of racing is higher (for the T100) and in Singapore, the course is also much more difficult, because it's hot and it's hilly, so it requires a lot more fitness and skill, whereas the Ironman is more of a test of endurance. 'They always say that the Ironman only begins at the last 10km of the marathon, which is not true. It's a nine-hour race… But the last 40 to 50 minutes are incredibly hard. With 14 km to go, my body shut down. So I couldn't run fast, couldn't take in nutrition, which was difficult. 'It was not a race against the rest of the field but a race against the clock. So I'm always checking the clock, looking at the total time.' Khoo was introduced to multi-sport racing at Raffles Institution, where he participated in adventure racing – running and cycling – as part of his Boys' Brigade co-curricular activity. After secondary school, he dabbled in triathlon and first represented Singapore in the Under-23 category of the Asian Triathlon Championships in Taiwan in 2011. Khoo, who holds a master of science in management science and engineering from Stanford University, said he chose the Ironman Hamburg race as it is known to be a fast course, adding: 'The age group world record was set there last year, and this year the pro women world record was also set there.' Having lowered his own national record in Germany, Khoo is eyeing something else closer to home. He is hoping to be part of the national duathlon team for the Dec 9-20 SEA Games in Thailand. 'The Iron Man is a nine-hour race, whereas the SEA Games format for me would be 20 minutes,' he said. 'It's a real transformation of systems and I have to change from a long and slow athlete to high octane and pretty much a sprint. It will take some time to transform the body, so that will be my focus for the next six months.' Melvyn Teoh is a sports journalist at The Straits Times. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Malaysian Reserve
6 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Hextar Healthcare swings to RM3.5m loss in 1Q on lower sales, higher costs
HEXTAR Healthcare Bhd reported a net loss of RM3.5 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1QFY2025), reversing a net profit of RM632,000 a year earlier. The loss was attributed to lower sales revenue and higher costs stemming from underutilisation of its production plant. Quarterly revenue fell 6.69% to RM37.63 million from RM40.32 million in the same period last year. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, its MD Khoo Chin Leng said the company remains cautiously optimistic as the glove market gradually normalises, despite ongoing global trade and supply chain uncertainties, particularly from U.S. tariff policies. He acknowledged that current soft demand and weak pricing may persist in the short to medium term. Despite the challenging outlook, Khoo affirmed the group's commitment to becoming a leading healthcare industry player through continuous innovation and growth. Hextar Healthcare's shares closed 9.09% higher at 12 sen TODAY, giving it a market capitalisation of RM143.2 million. –TMR
Borneo Post
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Coaches laud progress of Sarawak para bowlers
The bowlers celebrate with Khoo (right) and Jerusha (left). – Photo courtesy of Michelle Wong KUCHING (May 27): Sarawak para bowlers impressed with four first placings, three seconds and four thirds in the Kuala Lumpur Para Open held at Sunway Megalanes, Selangor over the weekend. The tournament did not award medals. On top of the podium were Roni Tugiman (TPB2 men's singles), Alim Sohai (TPB8 men's singles), Nur Syazwani Marais (TPB4 women's singles) and Muhd Hazim Sazali-Nur Syazwani (TPB4 mixed doubles). Finishing second were Hazim (TPB4 men's singles), Sallehin Pandita who partnered Syawal from Pahang (TPB8 mixed doubles) and Azeera Jalani-Mohd Najib Salmi (TPB4 mixed doubles). Muhd Zul Adly Majeni (TPB4 men's singles), Azeera (TPB4 women's singles), Abang Yusdi Abang Annuar (TPB9 men's singles) and Abang Yahya Abang Azhar-Zul Adly (TPB4 mixed doubles) were placed third. A special prize category saw Nur Amalina Mohd finishing first in the TPB10 women's singles and Ho Mei Mei who was third in the TPB9 women's singles. 'The competition marked another year of growth and achievement by our para bowlers in tenpin bowling. Our bowlers have shown dedication and improvement. 'This year's event saw increased participation from across the country, with new faces, stronger performances and continued development of para bowlers,' said Sarawak head coach Myron Khoo Hock Meng. Another coach Jerusha Chan felt inspired by how the Sarawak bowlers have grown since last year. 'We're seeing more new faces, stronger passion and real progress from all the dedicated bowlers. The spirit, sportsmanship and determination on the lanes were simply uplifting,' the coach said. Kuala Lumpur Para Open Sarawak para bowlers
Metro
23-05-2025
- Business
- Metro
From Space NK to Mango - here's 23 items our shopping expert is buying
Our shopping expert has been let loose on the world wide web, and found some gorgeous goodies you'll love. (Picture: Metro/Getty) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more And just like that, our next May bank holiday is here – along with your next edition of Trend Trove, and the hottest things you need to know about… and add to basket pronto. Yes, as always, our shopping expert (and self-confessed shopaholic) has been searching the internet for hours, hitting the high street hard and talking to her pals about the latest trends. With over 12 years of experience, we think she knows what she's talking about – and this week? Well it's the news she's most excited about – yes, that famous reformer Pilates machine from Aldi will be in selected stores this Sunday May 25. After causing a stir in Australia, this viral Specialbuy has finally landed in the UK, offering professional-grade Reformer Pilates workouts at a fraction of the usual cost. With Reformer Pilates tipped as one of 2025's top fitness trends, this at-home machine is perfect for building core strength, improving flexibility, and toning up. It's a game-changer for anyone looking to elevate their fitness routine from the comfort of home. Race you to Aldi for one of these! (Picture: Aldi/Metro) Kettle Chips have launched some scrumptious new flavours and teamed up with chef and author Rachel Khoo to launch two new gourmet flavours: Honey Dijon Mustard and Brie & Caramelised Onion. Inspired by Khoo's culinary experiences in France, these hand-cooked crisps combine high-quality ingredients with sophisticated French-inspired tastes. The Honey Dijon Mustard flavour balances sweet and tangy notes, while the Brie & Caramelised Onion offers a rich, indulgent blend. Both varieties are gluten-free, made without artificial ingredients, and available in major UK retailers this May. The Honey Mustard went down rather well in the Metro office… (Picture: Metro/Kettle Chips) For those who require a new sofa, maybe dining room table and chairs, soft furnishings or an Italian-inspired napkin, DUSK's bank holiday sale kicks off today Friday, May 23, offering shoppers up to 75% off sitewide. Customers can enjoy up to 50% off across the site, with an additional 25% discount at checkout using the code EXTRA25. The promotion runs until 23:59 on Monday 26th May, featuring a range of customer-favourite styles. Sorry, but these £17.50 napkins from Dusk are the cutest things we've ever seen! (Picture: Metro/Dusk) PizzaExpress is embracing the viral drinks trend by becoming the first UK high street restaurant to serve jalapeño Sauvignon Blanc. Inspired by its American Hot pizza and the online craze of adding jalapeños to wine, diners can now spice up their glass with a portion of jalapeños for just £1.50. This bold new add-on pairs perfectly with pizza or can be enjoyed on its own for a fiery summer twist. We'll take our wine with a side of spice, please. (Picture: Metro/Pizza Express) In other beverage news, Electrolyte brand Humantra is relaunching its popular Black Cherry flavour in the UK, following a sell-out debut last year. The flavour, which sold 16 weeks' worth of stock in just four weeks, taps into 2025's trending 'Black Cherry' beauty craze and offers hydration with added skin benefits. Humantra's formula is plant-based, sugar-free, and packed with essential electrolytes, vitamins, and antioxidants to support energy, focus, and overall wellbeing. Founder Charlie Wright describes the flavour as a delicious way to stay hydrated and feel good from the inside out. And now for the hottest products you need to add into your basket pronto – or at least that's what our expert is doing to sooth her soul… Then I Met You Honey Dew Lip Mask The Then I Met You Honey Dew Lip Mask is a dual-purpose lip treatment that works as both a glossy daily balm and an intensive overnight mask. Enriched with honeydew, squalane, and honey, it deeply hydrates while lactic acid gently exfoliates for smooth, supple lips. Its hygienic silicone tip allows for easy, contactless application, making it ideal for all skin types. The result is a nourished, polished pout with long-lasting moisture. Buy Now for £14 Wype The Starter Bundle Wype is a UK-based brand offering a sustainable alternative to wet wipes through its toilet paper gel, made from natural, biodegradable, and vegan-friendly ingredients. The Wype Starter Bundle includes two full-size gels, a reusable applicator, and two travel-sized minis, allowing users to enhance their toilet paper for a fresher, eco-conscious clean. It's designed to be gentle on skin, safe for plumbing, and better for the environment. Buy Now for £27.99 Mango Shoulder Bag with Strap The Mango Shoulder Bag with Strap is a compact, structured handbag designed for everyday use. It features a flap closure with a jewel button, a shoulder strap, and an additional adjustable handle with a knot detail. Measuring approximately 9 x 7 x 3.5 inches, it's ideal for carrying essentials in style. Buy Now for £45.99 Silentnight Restore Cooling Throw The Silentnight Cooling Lightweight Blanket is ideal for those who struggle with overheating or night sweats. Made with breathable jersey cotton and innovative cooling fabric, it provides instant comfort for a restful night's sleep. 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It's a cost-effective and convenient option for long-lasting, glossy nails at home. Buy Now for £69 (was £129) Daisy London Amulet Dome Ring Striking and sculptural, this piece features a bold, curved design that reflects light beautifully. Whether worn alone or stacked, it makes a statement. Crafted from recycled brass and finished with 18ct gold plating. Buy Now for £69 Follow Metro across our social channels, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share your views in the comments below Arrow MORE: From job interviews to first dates – why Aligne has you covered and fashion expert-selected wardrobe essentials Arrow MORE: 9 best BBQs and pizza ovens from Dunelm ideal for this bank holiday weekend Arrow MORE: Sleep better for less with Simba's May sale offers and big savings on premium sleep tech
