Nearly a century after it first took root on Malaysia’s east coast, batik remains one of the country’s most recognisable cultural symbols – rich in heritage, colour and craft. Today, as the art form ...

Batik is not merely a fabric; it is the heartbeat of Malaysia’s heritage, artistry, and national pride. Every stroke, motif, and colour tells the story of a nation that is diverse, creative, and ...

Some social media posts claim that 23-year-old Khairun Nisya, who masqueraded as a Batik Air flight attendant, has been hired by Garuda Indonesia. AsiaOne finds out if this is real. A 23-year-old ...

A 23-year-old woman from Indonesia attempted to impersonate a Batik Air flight attendant to avoid disappointing her family but was discovered mid-flight, prompting concerns over aviation safety. In ...

Like a scene from the 2002 movie Catch Me If You Can, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio as a skilled forger who impersonates a pilot, a 23-year-old woman from Palembang, Indonesia, tried masquerading as a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim, along with the delegations from Singapore and Malaysia, ...

SINGAPORE – Gifts, cake and celebrity guests made for a 100th birthday to remember for Mr Ang Kum Siong, known to many as the “Batik Uncle” of Holland Road Shopping Centre. Mr Ang is the founder of ...

KUALA LUMPUR, 12 DECEMBER 2025 – Batik Air celebrates a significant milestone this month with the launch of multiple new routes, including four operating from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang ...

For Arif, batik allows him to convey a multitude of stories visually - from history and social values to the lived experiences of the communities he seeks to highlight through his art. Photo: Bernama ...

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Eric Suriyasena has spent decades transforming a centuries old craft into a contemporary art form. His creations, where intricate patterns meet modern silhouettes, reflect a deep respect for tradition ...

Malaysia Airlines (MAB) is finding itself in an unexpected position after elements of its global brand campaign “Time for” surfaced in an unlikely place — in promotional ads by Batik Air. MAB’s “Time ...