40 years in the market and still in demand
The cloud of black and thick smoke does not disturb Nazri Mohd Sohor's focus at all, instead his hands continue to agilely throw in the pieces of wood into an igloo-like structure known as "gok".
Sun Oct 24 2021
Charcoal worth over RM500,000 seized in Kelantan Forestry raid on factory
The Kelantan Forestry Department raided an unlicensed charcoal factory in an industrial area in Gua Musang last Wednesday.
Sat Dec 26 2020
Charcoal-roasted 'roti kahwin', one of Sarikei's hidden gems
Kopi Aik Seng, which has been around since before the World War II, is a must-try for those visiting Sarikei town, 346 kilometres from Kuching.
Tue Jun 16 2020
Is your summer barbecue eating up forests in South America?
Supermarket chains in Europe and the United States should investigate the source of charcoal for barbecues to ensure they are not fuelling widespread forest clearance.
Sun Jul 09 2017
Ipoh teacher kills himself to be with parents
A teacher in Ipoh killed himself by inhaling charcoal.
Tue Jul 12 2016
Just desserts: The rise of East Asia's pudding places
From Champagne shaved ice to bamboo charcoal-flavoured ice cream, desserts in East Asia are coming into their own.
Fri Sep 25 2015
Mentally stable couple will be tried for murder
The court ruled Hiew Yook Cheang, 50, and his wife, Wong Yin Tinn, 38 to be mentally stable to be tried for murder of their daughter.
Fri Jan 03 2014