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Bangsar, at one time Kuala Lumpur's beer-and java-fueled social epicenter, is not quite the buzzing burb it used to be. Blame that on two upstart areas - Changkat Bukit Bintang and Jalan Doraisamy (a.k.a. Asian Heritage Row) - that have become the Malaysian capital's hottest new districts, thanks to a combination of restored colonial architecture and hip nightlife. There's plenty of decadence to boot - Changkat Bukit Bintang doubles up as love-hotel central. These days, however, signs advertising rooms by the hour are fighting for space with those touting stylish bars, clubs and cosmopolitan restaurants...
...when other nations and cultures try to resist domination by the West. The North Korean government feels threatened by the U.S., so it is highly understandable that a little country aims to protect itself. That, of course, could best be achieved by developing nuclear weapons. Tahir Niap-San Kuala Lumpur...
...when other nations and cultures try to resist domination by the West. The North Korean government feels threatened by the U.S., so it is highly understandable that a little country aims to protect itself. That, of course, could best be achieved by developing nuclear weapons. Tahir Niap-San Kuala Lumpur...
...convinced that leaders of the insurgency are hiding in Malaysia, given the laxity of frontier checkpoints. "It's not easy looking for them because they are in and out [of Thailand]," said Thaksin. While the two governments have beefed up joint security efforts along the 500-km border, Kuala Lumpur has yet to locate a single person on Bangkok's most-wanted list. "I wish [the Malaysians] could arrest the key people?that would be very helpful," said Thaksin. For their part, Malaysian officials say they are closely monitoring the border to track down suspected militants. "There's no question...
...Singapore to Bangkok: The Eastern & Oriental Express whisks you along for two nights and three days (departs Dec. 24), pausing at Kuala Lumpur and historic Georgetown in Penang. Enjoy the scenery while dining in an elegant Thai-inspired restaurant car. $1,590 to $3,220. tel: (44-0845) 077 2222; www.orientexpress.com