The New York Times – Film:
Movies that win praise and prizes abroad are sometimes banned or heavily censored at home, where some religious, racial and sexual themes are considered off-limits.
Category: Malaysia
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
The New York Times – Travel:
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
The New York Times – Travel:
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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Will My Next Trip Be by Train Instead of Plane?
The New York Times – Travel:
In Europe, Asia and the U.S., new and expanded train service is making rail a viable alternative to flying.
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Comedian’s Malaysia Joke Prompts Threats and a Diplomatic Incident
The New York Times – Film:
Jocelyn Chia’s line about the 2014 missing airliner was part of a Comedy Cellar set in April. But when video was posted this week, outrage poured in.
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For sale: A Luminous Shophouse in Penang for $645,000
The New York Times – Travel:
Malaysia’s housing market has seen a surge in transactions recently, though prices are being held in check by a glut of inventory, brokers say.
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Language Apps and Technology to Help You Navigate Asia
The New York Times – Travel:
While you may not master every language ahead of a multistop tour through Asia, these apps and digital tools can help you get by (and maybe make you some friends).
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U.A.E. Bans ‘Lightyear,’ Disney Film with Same-Sex Kiss
The New York Times – Film:
The United Arab Emirates banned the animated film, an offshoot of the “Toy Story” movies, from its cinemas. Censors in Indonesia and Malaysia are also considering restrictions.