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CANNES (France): The Iskandar Malaysia Studios (IMS), a premier destination for filmed entertainment production in Southeast Asia, welcomes foreign production companies to increase film production activities in Malaysia. Its chief executive officer Rashid Karim said from the capacity point of view, IMS was extremely well equipped to undertake several productions concurrently. "For example, we have had a situation where we have six clients on the lot at the same time, and it was big production. So yes, we are ready for increased activity and we do have lot capacity currently and hopefully in the near future as we see more demand. "We have also started preliminary plans to introduce more facilities beyond just the standing sets, but more stages for example and more workshop spaces," he told Malaysian journalists here. He said IMS studios were spread over 20.23 hectares, including 2.43 hectares designated for building more structures, buildings and sets for clients. So far, about … [Read more...] about Iskandar Malaysia Studios ready to host more film shooting from foreign companies

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin North Carolina is well known as an outdoor adventurer’s dream destination and there’s never been a better time to discover this outdoor oasis. Whether you’re planning a quick getaway or a longer trip, there’s no shortage of things to do in North Carolina. While these outdoor adventures are best in the summer, there are many other opportunities to explore the outdoors in North Carolina at any time of year. Here are some of the best outdoor adventures in North Carolina. ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure This 2.5-hour treetop tour with eight ziplines and three canopy sky bridges designed for families with children and thrill-seekers alike will have everyone’s adrenaline rushing and heart pumping! The course covers remarkably steep and varied topography, including Carver’s Falls, a 20-foot-tall waterfall that stretches 150 feet wide and is the largest waterfall in the central and eastern regions of the … [Read more...] about Discover North Carolina’s Top 6 Outdoor Adventures

FILE PHOTO: Vendors load sugarcane onto a vehicle at a wholesale market in Kolkata, India, Oct 9, 2018. (Reuters) The world’s food problem is already severe as prices jump and protectionism flares but, a food security expert says there’s a good chance governments can stop it from getting way worse if they heed a lesson from the crisis in 2008: don’t panic. With a gauge of global prices already at a record following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a spate of nations have moved to curb exports in crops from wheat and sugar to cooking oils, exacerbating security risks for the rest of the world. Bad weather is a concern, too. Still, while wheat, corn and soy have soared, rice, a staple for more than 3 billion people, has so far been more stable. If nations do not panic or start hoarding, they can stop the current crisis from becoming a rerun of the one in 2008, when rice prices soared to put the region’s food security at serious risk, according to Peter Timmer, Professor Emeritus at … [Read more...] about Food crisis can be contained if Asia remembers not to panic: expert

F or many of this year’s Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia: The Arts list honorees, style and sustainability go hand in hand. Some have even seen opportunity in building businesses catering to environmentally conscious Gen-Z consumers. Best friends Evangeline Titilas and Samantha Lorking-Tanner cofounded fashion label With Jéan in 2017. Sold exclusively online and shipped globally in biodegradable packaging, With Jéan was born after the duo were inspired to build a fashion brand committed to ethical and sustainable production, initially investing A$3,000 ($2,200) each. The label doesn’t follow a typical fashion calendar, launching six to seven drops comprising 10 to 15 pieces per year, thereby minimizing wastage by not overproducing. With Jéan’s youthful apparels also enjoy a cult following among 456,000 Instagramers and its new styles often sell out in minutes. Seen on celebrities including Bella Hadid, Jenna Dewan and Emily Ratajkowski, its designs have been … [Read more...] about 30 Under 30 2022: Meet The Up-And-Coming Designers And Fashion Brands From Asia Pacific

W hen it comes to consumer technology , Asia’s Forbes 30 Under 30 young entrepreneurs are on the forefront of developing new apps–from those for edtech t0 dating. Interest in Web3 apps is also increasing and these entrepreneurs are catering to that as well. Anticipating the rise of the metaverse, 27-year-old Risa Feng cofounded BUD in 2019 to enhance the new social experiences. Users of this free app can create and exchange 3D content, such as cuddly avatars and objects, in a drag-and-drop fashion. They can also make friends, chat with each other and start online battles in a recently added survivor mode. Following the app’s launch last October, Feng quickly rolled out BUD in app stores around the world. She declines to disclose active user numbers, but the app was downloaded 12.5 million times from Google Play and Apple’s App Stores worldwide, according to analytics platform Sensor Tower. “From text to pictures then to videos, every generation has its … [Read more...] about 30 Under 30 Asia: From Edtech To The Metaverse, Meet The Young Entrepreneurs Innovating In Consumer Technology

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's participation at the Marche Du Film 2022 film market is important as it will be the benchmark for Malaysia's determination in promoting and selling the country's creative content products internationally. Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa will lead the Malaysian delegation to the film market, which will be held at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, from Tuesday (May 17) to May 25. Marche Du Film is the film industry’s biggest gathering for producers, financiers, broadcasters, distributors, suppliers and buyers from around the world to meet, share ideas and make deals. National Film Development Corporation (Finas) chief executive officer Prof Dr Md Nasir Ibrahim said apart from promoting and selling the country's creative content products, Malaysia's main purpose at the film market was to attract foreign investors to the country through the Film in Malaysia Incentive (FIMI) "This year, we are targeting RM50mil in foreign … [Read more...] about Finas targets RM50mil in foreign investments from Marche du Film 2022

A s one of the first regions to be impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and, arguably, the last to emerge from it, Asia-Pacific had its fair share of challenges over the past year. From ongoing travel restrictions to disruptions in supply chains, it has not been business as usual in this part of the world. But this didn’t stop young entrepreneurs across the region from trying new ideas, building on success, and in some cases starting their own businesses, despite the challenges. This year’s 30 Under 30 Asia honorees bring a lot to the table. From innovative ways of delivering e-commerce and online learning services to venturing into the Web3 space—their forward-thinking vision shows determination and optimism. They are redefining the future of business and society in Asia. Over 4,000 nominees applied to be on this year’s list–a record number for the Asia list–and the final 300 were selected and vetted by our reporters and a group of respected judges, including some of … [Read more...] about Meet The Forbes Under 30 Asia Class Of 2022

PETALING JAYA: If first impression counts, new chief coach Kim Pan-gon has certainly hit it off with the national football squad. Defender Matt Davies is already exuding good vibes after just a few days of training under the South Korean. In fact, the Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) player feels that Pan-gon has endeared himself to the team who are preparing for the Asian Cup 2023 qualifying round next month. “He has belief in us. I think he has done very well in a short space of time and I don’t feel awkward,” he said after a training session at Wisma FAM. “Pan-gon emphasises on high intensity training which is what I’m used to at JDT, so I’m fine with that. “There is nothing to prove; if we do our best in training, then it is going to happen on the field,” added Davies. Davies’ JDT teammate Safawi Rasid said he was determined to assist Harimau Malaya to reprise their outstanding performance in 2019. “I feel playing on home ground is the best opportunity for me and the team to … [Read more...] about Pan-gon gives out good vibes, says Davies

Niantic, the augmented reality gaming platform best known for the hit Pokémon Go , announced a number of enhancements to its Lightship development platform that may help it compete with larger, cash-rich tech companies that will soon go full throttle into 3D spatial computing. advertisement advertisement At its developer conference in San Francisco on Tuesday, Niantic launched its “Lightship Virtual Positioning System,” a virtual map of the Earth that allows game developers to anchor 3D graphics to places in the real world. For example, a developer might hide a (digital) prize near a well-known statue as part of a scavenger hunt game. With its foundational “map of the world” and a central destination to discover AR content, Niantic continues to evolve into an alternative platform on which developers can create experiences outside the AR/VR ecosystems of Apple, Meta, and Google. This may offer some advantages. Niantic, after all, has the most … [Read more...] about Niantic positions itself as a capable rival to Apple, Meta in coming AR wars

Sanan Angubolkul, right, chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, met with Prasit Boondoungprasert, chief executive of CPF, at the CPF booth at the expo. SET-listed Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) has unveiled five new food trends for the next decade at THAIFEX-ANUGA ASIA 2022, Thailand's top food exhibition. The event is showcasing innovative products at both a physical trade show and virtual trade show until Saturday. Anat Julintron, CPF's executive vice-president of international trade & business development, said that as a food tech company with state-of-the-art R&D facilities, the firm created its "Food for the next decade" scheme with the goal of feeding 10 billion consumers with safe, nutritious and sustainable food by 2050. Mr Anat said the CPF booth at the exhibition is divided into five sections to showcase the future of food trends in the next decade. The first zone is for plant-based meat, a sustainable product marketed as "Meat Zero". The second zone … [Read more...] about CPF showcases innovative trends at new exhibition