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Web Release
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Chef Tristin Farmer to Host Maison Dalí Pop-Up at Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen
Building from the launch of Maison Dalí in Dubai, Chef Partner and Culinary Director Tristin Farmer is set to take his modern brasserie overseas for a limited-time pop-up in Copenhagen. From 12 June to 12 July, the restaurant will take over the Japanese Pagoda at Tivoli Gardens — a space reserved for Michelin-starred establishments from around the world — bringing with it a surreal culinary journey that blends Mediterranean soul with Japanese precision. An acclaimed name in the fine dining world, Scottish-born Chef Tristin Farmer has played an instrumental role in shaping globally celebrated kitchens. With a career rooted in the Michelin-starred establishments of Petrus, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay and Maze, Tristin later moved to Singapore where he spearheaded the Nordic-Japanese concept ZEN — earning two Michelin stars soon after opening and a third Michelin star in 2021. Now based in Dubai, Tristin brings his vision to life at Maison Dalí, located at The Opus by OMNIYAT. Inspired by the surrealist world of Salvador Dalí, the restaurant presents refined yet playful cuisine — blending Mediterranean flavours with Japanese techniques in a setting where imagination meets precision. At the Tivoli Gardens pop-up, diners can expect the same level of detail and creativity that defines the Maison Dalí experience. A set menu — available for lunch at DKK 1,100 per person and dinner at DKK 1,900 per person — showcases standout dishes such as Mahogany Clam with cucumber, shiso and wasabi, King Crab with fermented pineapple and ikura, and Smoked Langoustine with juniper and kinome. Also featured are bold and surprising combinations like Fried Quail with caviar and kosho, Mangalitsa Pork with galangal vierge and char siu, and a whimsical take on dessert with a S'more made from cocoa nib koji, sesame and walnut. The Maison Dalí residency at Tivoli Gardens offers a rare opportunity to experience Chef Tristin's personal culinary language in a setting as enchanting as the food itself. Bookings are now open for this limited-time experience. When: From June 12th to July 12th Timings: Lunch served Friday to Sunday from 12.00pm; Dinner served Wednesday to Sunday from 6.00pm Where: The Japanese Pagoda in Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen Offer: Maison Dalí pop-up restaurant Price: Lunch at DKK 1,100 per person; Dinner at DKK 1,900 per person *For bookings and more information, please click here.
Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Climate
- Borneo Post
Survivors recall harrowing Tenom Pangi tragedy
The Tenom Pangi hydroelectric plant tragedy on October 30, 2022. – Photo courtesy from Sabah Electricity. TENOM (May 24): It was an ordinary day for auxiliary policeman Ailey Jamal when he began his evening shift at the Tenom Pangi hydroelectric plant on October 30, 2022. Despite the heavy rain, Ailey, 59, did not give much thought to the weather as he reported for duty just before 4 p.m. Sheltered inside the police guard house with his colleague Yunus, Ailey remembers watching the Padas River's rapid flow from the window. The river powers the Tenom Pangi hydroelectric station. Behind them stood a hill. A before and after photos of the Tenom Pangi hydroelectric plant tragedy on October 30, 2022. – Photo courtesy from Sabah Electricity. 'It was just a standard evening shift. We didn't think much of the thunderstorm,?said Ailey, who has served as an auxiliary policeman for 36 years with Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB) – now renamed Sabah Electricity. At around 7.30 p.m., a deafening roar erupted from the hill. Curious and alarmed, the two stepped out to investigate. What followed was a nightmare ?a massive landslide tore down the hillside, trapping Ailey and Yunus inside the guard house as soil, rocks and trees crashed down. Restoration work being carried out at the water intake station of the Tenom Pangi hydroelectric plant. 'Both the front and back doors were blocked. There was a small gap at the back, about a meter wide. We tried crawling out, but the soil kept collapsing into it,?said Ailey. Just then, they saw a beam of light cutting through the dark. It came from Petrus A. Joanis, 55, a plant operator at the water intake station 100 meters away. Earlier, Petrus had noticed the river's rising level but didn't anticipate a disaster. Thhe Tenom Pangi hydroelectric plant engines back in full operation. 'There was a blackout, followed by a thundering sound from the hill. We managed to restore power after several attempts and raised the division gate to control water flow,?Petrus recalled. When he couldn't contact the guard house, a gut feeling prompted him to check. 'I saw the guard house buried under soil and debris, with only the roof visible. I started to head back when I heard Yunus yelling my name,?Petrus said. Realizing they were trapped, Petrus extended his hand through the narrow gap and pulled both men to safety. From left: Ailey, Petrus, Dasiri and Raffi looking through the Sabah Electricity book title 'Kisah SESB / The SESB Story', following the Re-Operation Ceremony and 40th Anniversary Celebration of the Tenom Pangi Hydroelectric Power Station on May 14, 2025. 'We ran immediately, fearing a second landslide,?he said. The trio returned to the water intake station, where they waited out the night with another colleague. Meanwhile, four kilometers deeper into the station, six other SESB staff and auxiliary police were also trapped. Mohd Raffi Yahya, 40, the shift leader at Tenom Pangi, received a warning call from Petrus about rising water levels around 7 p.m. 'I reduced the load from 66MW to 36MW and went outside to check the conditions,?said Raffi, a 16-year veteran of the plant. Minutes later, water poured into the lower levels of the power plant, flooding areas housing critical transformers and turbines. Believing a hilltop water tank had burst or overflowed, Raffi requested a total plant shutdown at 7.36 p.m. ?just as all communications went down. Using a PABX line, Raffi contacted the Load Dispatch Centre and requested a rescue. He then led his team through waist-deep floodwaters to a guard post on higher ground, a journey that took nearly an hour. As rescuers could not reach them due to the blocked access road, the six trapped workers and officers decided to walk out the next morning ?a five-hour trek to safety. Miraculously, all 10 workers, including four auxiliary police, escaped without injuries. Restoration and Recognition Following the disaster, SESB immediately launched restoration efforts. Among the key figures involved was Assistant Mechanical Engineer Jimi Sikul @ Dasiri, 60, who boasts 39 years of service. Originally from Keningau, Dasiri joined SESB (then Lembaga Letrik Sabah) in 1986 and was stationed at Tenom Pangi for many years. He was set to retire in 2024 but extended his contract by six months to oversee the plant's re-operation. 'My employer asked me to stay until everything was up and running. After June, I'll finally retire and spend time with my family,?said the father of eight, smiling proudly after receiving SESB's Excellent Service Award. A New Beginning On May 14, 2025, the Tenom Pangi Hydroelectric Power Station officially returned to full operation. The re-operation ceremony coincided with the plant's 40th anniversary and was officiated by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Works, Datuk Shahelmey Yahya. Constructed in 1978 and completed in 1984, the Tenom Pangi station has long been vital in supplying energy to Tenom and its surrounding areas, playing a key role in Sabah's development.
The Star
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Hong Kong tycoon Joseph Lau selling HK$35mil wine collection
More than 200 lots of fine wine will be on offer. - Photo: AFP HONG KONG: Hong Kong billionaire Joseph Lau is selling another wine collection with an estimated value exceeding HK$35 million ($5.8 million) in an auction by Christie's next week. Lau is offering more than 200 lots of fine wine, including rarities from revered producer Henri Jayer, vintages from Petrus and selections from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, as part of Christie's Hong Kong Luxury Week. The most expensive lot, 10 bottles of Henri Jayer's Vosne-Romanée Cros-Parantoux, could fetch as much as HK$1.4 million, while the biggest price tag per bottle could go north of HK$300,000, according to estimates from Christie's. The auction will take place on May 22. This is the third time Lau is selling his wine collection with Christie's, after two successful sessions in 2022 yielded US$16 million (S$20.7 million) combined. Some of the lots in previous auctions were sold at more than double of the high estimates. Lau is a well-known collector and seller in the auction world. The auction 'offers collectors another rare chance to acquire sought-after wines', Christie's said in a statement. Lau, 73, has a net worth of about US$5 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. His fortune is mainly derived from his and his family's ownership of commercial properties, and a stake in Chinese Estates Holdings Ltd. Lau's property business has been caught in a sector downturn in the Asian financial hub. The tycoon was convicted of bribery and money laundering in Macau in 2014, but has never served jail time with no extradition pact between the territory and Hong Kong. - Bloomberg
Straits Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Hong Kong tycoon Joseph Lau selling $5.8m wine collection
More than 200 lots of fine wine will be on offer. PHOTO: AFP HONG KONG – Hong Kong billionaire Joseph Lau is selling another wine collection with an estimated value exceeding HK$35 million ($5.8 million) in an auction by Christie's next week. Mr Lau is offering more than 200 lots of fine wine, including rarities from revered producer Henri Jayer, vintages from Petrus and selections from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, as part of Christie's Hong Kong Luxury Week. The most expensive lot, 10 bottles of Henri Jayer's Vosne-Romanée Cros-Parantoux, could fetch as much as HK$1.4 million, while the biggest price tag per bottle could go north HK$300,000, according to estimates from Christie's. The auction will take place on May 22. This is the third time Mr Lau is selling his wine collection with Christie's, after two successful sessions in 2022 yielded US$16 million (S$20.7 million) combined. Some of the lots in previous auctions were sold at more than double of the high estimates. Mr Lau is a well-known collector and seller in the auction world. The auction 'offers collectors another rare chance to acquire sought-after wines', Christie's said in a statement. Mr Lau, 73, has a net worth of about US$5 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. His fortune is mainly derived from his and his family's ownership of commercial properties, and a stake in Chinese Estates Holdings Ltd. Mr Lau's property business has been caught in a sector downturn in the Asian financial hub. The tycoon was convicted of bribery and money laundering in Macau in 2014, but has never served jail time with no extradition pact between the territory and Hong Kong. BLOOMBERG Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Daily News Egypt
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily News Egypt
Spanish director Anna Petrus joins 9th Aswan International Women's Film Festival
The 9th edition of the prestigious Aswan International Women's Film Festival (AIWFF) is currently underway in the vibrant city of Aswan, southern Egypt, captivating audiences with a rich program that celebrates women in cinema. Running from May 2 to 7, the festival features a diverse lineup of screenings, workshops, and discussions. This year, Spain has a notable presence, including participation from acclaimed filmmaker and scholar Anna Petrus. Spain is represented in the official short film competition by Red Snow, an evocative animated short co-directed by Aurelia Gil Junco and Susana Olmedo. The film tells a haunting yet tender story of a young girl and a vampire who live in a forest village. When a forgotten memory resurfaces, their bond is tested, changing the course of their lives. With its atmospheric visuals and emotional depth, Red Snow has already won Best Animated Short Film at the New Jersey Film Festival in October 2023, and its selection for AIWFF further confirms its growing international acclaim. Adding to the Spanish contribution, renowned filmmaker, film critic, and cultural researcher Anna Petrus serves as a jury member for the Euro-Mediterranean Competition. Born in Menorca in 1978, Petrus has been based in Barcelona since 1996 and is known for her wide-ranging work across video art, experimental cinema, documentaries, and fiction. Her multifaceted approach to filmmaking blends visual innovation with sharp cultural commentary. Over the years, Petrus's films have been featured at leading international festivals including Cannes, Sitges, and Gijón. Her filmography includes critically praised titles such as Bohemia (2018), Anniversary (2013), Trumpet (2011), 345 Seconds of My Trip to New York (2010), and Oblivion in Oil (2009). Each work reflects her commitment to visual experimentation and storytelling that delves into both personal and collective experiences. Launched in 2017, the Aswan International Women's Film Festival is the first annual Egyptian festival dedicated to highlighting cinematic works about women and by female filmmakers. It has rapidly grown into a vital platform for showcasing women's contributions to cinema, not only in Egypt but across the Middle East and North Africa. Beyond the screen, AIWFF also invests in future generations through specialized workshops for young people in the region. These educational programs are designed to develop practical filmmaking skills and foster creative expression, guided by experienced professionals from the global film industry. The participation of Anna Petrus and the screening of Red Snow underscore the festival's commitment to embracing diverse and compelling stories from around the world. With a mission rooted in empowerment, education, and artistic excellence, AIWFF continues to build a vibrant, inclusive space for women in cinema—and for audiences eager to explore their stories.
