Penang's entrepreneur ventures live broadcasting to sell lanterns amid pandemic
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic affecting businesses, one store in Penang has come out with new tricks to keep its business alive.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Cairo lantern-maker champions old craft against Chinese imports
In his workshop in Cairo's Imbaba neighborhood, Mohamed Gamal affixes acrylic portraits of Egyptian footballers, pop stars and presidents to the lanterns, known locally as fawanees.
Fri Jun 09 2017
Cairo lantern-maker champions old craft against Chinese imports
He hopes his modern take on the traditional wooden lanterns believed to date back to Egypt's 12th-century Fatimid dynasty will stop them from being undercut by new Chinese imports.
Wed Jun 07 2017
Special treat for visitors of 'Ah Jib Gor' Facebook page
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak will give away special lanterns to his 'Ah Jib Gor' Facebook page followers in conjunction with the Moon Cake Festival on Sept 27.
Fri Sep 04 2015
Candlelight vigil held for passengers on MH370
A candlelight vigil and prayers were held in Kuala Lumpur as the search continues for the missing MH370.
Tue Mar 11 2014
Chap Goh Mei: A festival of romance and lanterns
The Lantern Festival is a festival celebrated on the 15th day of the lunar calendar marking the last day of the Chinese Lunar New Year.
Sat Feb 15 2014
More lanterns in KL this Chinese New Year
Popular public avenues in the city will be further brightened at night, with additional decorative lighting for the Chinese New Year.
Sun Feb 03 2013