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The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
BAT Malaysia sees 2Q profit recovery on the back of combustibles segment
Illustration shows BAT (British American Tobacco) KUALA LUMPUR: British American Tobacco (Malaysia) Bhd's focus on its combustibles segment, particularly its flagship Dunhill brand, is yielding results as its second quarter results showed improvement over the previous corresponding quarter. According to the group, the strategic decision to transition out e-cigarette brand Vuse enabled more effective cost management and portfolio focus, which saw a 38.5% increase in profit from operations to RM78 million compared to RM56mil in the same period last year. In the quarter under review, BAT posted a net profit of RM50.95mil, up from RM36.28mil in the year-ago quarter. Earnings per share climbed to 17.8 sen from 12.7 sen previously. Its revenue dipped slightly to RM624.75mil in 2QFY25 from RM640.46mil in the comparative quarter. For the six-month period, BAT reported net profit of RM74.22mil against RM66.27mil in 1HFY24, while revenue dropped to RM946.74mil from RM1.05bil in the comparative period. The board of directors declared a second interim dividend of 12 sen per share, going ex on Aug 13, 2025, and payable on Sept 4, 2025, to shareholders. "Our second quarter results demonstrate the resilience of our combustibles portfolio, even in a highly competitive market environment, signalling that we are heading in the right strategic direction. 'Dunhill continues to stand out as the leading brand in Malaysia, gaining further momentum this quarter," said BAT Malaysia managing director Nedal Salem in a statement. He reported that the tobacco black market also saw a decline of 0.4 percentage point at 54.4% in 2QFY25, compared to the previous quarter.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Impossible' Einstein brainteaser that can only be solved by 2% of people
A mind-boggling brainteaser believed to have been created by Albert Einstein himself is so difficult that 98 per cent of people are defeated by it. Seriously, you'll need a sky-high IQ to crack this For those who relish a mental workout, nothing quite compares to the thrill of cracking a good riddle. While most people think solving brainteasers and puzzles is nothing but a boredom buster, research has shown they can actually have a positive impact on your central nervous system. In turn, this can improve your concentration levels and better your attention span. Think of it as like you're taking your brain to the gym and giving it a good work out. However, this brainteaser is much more challenging than most, and is believed to have been crafted by none other than Albert Einstein himself. Of course, there's no concrete evidence the scientist sat down between lab experiments to write up this impossible puzzle, but it certainly requires a high level of intellect. So, let's get to it. As previously reported, only two per cent of participants can actually crack this, so don't give yourself too hard of a time when you inevitably fail. Okay, so here's the set up: the world's rarest fish has been stolen to the aquarium and police have followed the scent to a row of houses. They have to get the house with the fish inside right the first time, otherwise the thief will run away. There are five houses, each painted a different colour. In each house lives a person with a different nationality. These five owners drink a certain type of beverage, smoke a certain brand of cigar, and keep a certain pet. No owners have the same pet, smoke the same cigar, or drink the same beverage. To aid you on your quest, here are some hints that might prove handy: 1. The Brit lives in the red house 2. The Swede keeps dogs as pets 3. The Dane drinks tea 4. The green house is directly to the left of the white house 5. The owner of the green house drinks coffee 6. The person who smokes Pall Mall rears birds 7. The owner of the yellow house smokes Dunhill 8. The man living in the centre house drinks milk 9. The Norwegian lives in the first house 10. The man who smokes blends lives next to the one who keeps cats 11. The man who keeps horses lives next to the man who smokes Dunhill 12. The owner who smokes BlueMaster drinks beer 13. The German smokes Prince 14. The Norwegian lives next to the blue house 15. The man who smokes blend has a neighbour who drinks water We're not giving away any clues for this one, but you're not under any time limit - so take a while to map out all of the information you have been given and see if you can work out who lives in each house. To then solve the mystery of who stole the fish, you'll need to bring out your sharp analytical skills. Admitting defeat already, or think you've finally cracked it? The answer is waiting for you below - but no cheating! ANSWER: The German man living in house number four has stolen the fish. This is because he is the only man on the street who doesn't already have a pet.
Forbes
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Highlights From Milan Men's Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026
MILAN, ITALY - JUNE 22: Models pose during dunhill Spring Summer 2026 Show on June 22, 2025 in Milan. (Photo by Dave Benett/Max Cisotti/for dunhill) Max Cisotti/for dunhill Milan Fashion Week Men's Spring/Summer 2026 wrapped with no shortage of strong talent. But among the crowded calendar, three designers rose to the top to define what to look for next year on and off the runway. From bold colors to returning to the basics, Prada, Dunhill and Giorgio Armani showed us that sometimes the best inspiration is through introspection. With escalating tensions in the Middle East, widespread social discontent and ongoing political strife, one may not think that a menswear collection could have a political message to it. But that, it seems, is exactly how co-creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons wanted to position their vision for menswear in 2026. 'We tried to make a change of tone, from powerful to gentle, calm…the opposite of aggression, power [and] nastiness.'' explained Miuccia Prada, positioning the tone of this particular show into the wider conversations happening globally. And that dialogue between this collection and current events seems to have struck a cord for those following this runway season. Since debuting at the Fondazione in Milan earlier this week, this collection has found its way all over social media and the homepages of fashion magazines, not least for the leggy models strutting down the runway. Instead, it seems audiences have been inspired by the simplicity of the collection itself, a moment to breathe within the context of men's fashion week, in juxtaposition to the intensity traditional menswear brands can bring to their collections, often hyperfocusing on restrictive tailoring and gloomy color palettes. For Prada and Simons, their SS26 collection shows a return to nonchalant innocence that has long been a tentpole of Prada's design language. Louche silhouettes and seaside detailing balanced the more traditional overcoats and blazers that draped on models down the runway. Navy, black and grey— de rigueur elements at any menswear show—were simply the canvas used for reds, mints and soft blues to shine. Perhaps most notably, models were dressed in impossibly short shorts (well-tailored briefs, really) which hammered in the overarching theme of this show in which vulnerable, quotidian moments have their own kind of beauty that are, according to Prada herself, meant to be celebrated. MILAN, ITALY - JUNE 22: A model walks the runway at the Prada fashion show during the Milan Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Week on June 22, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Pietro D'Aprano/Getty Images) Getty Images In stark contrast to Prada's more carefree SS26 collection, English brand Dunhill doubled down on heritage this season. With a nod to the British aristocracy, each piece in Dunhill's runway show could easily have been incorporated into King Charles' wardrobe as the Prince of Wales when he was the most eligible bachelor of the 1970s. Couple this with a bit of rock-and-roll swagger and it's no wonder that Dunhill became something of a breakout in Milan. This was in no small part to the presentation that Simon Holloway, Dunhill's creative director, and his team brought to life, which took place in a hidden garden inside one of Milan's palazzi . Models strutted across the greens with a borzoi or Weimaraner in tow, giving the show at once a subtle elegance while being a bit—dare we say it?—cheeky in the process. But the real star of the show for Dunhill was the totality of their SS26 collection, with each piece being both wearable and so well situated into the overall thematics of this show. With a focus on draped layers and loose silhouettes, Dunhill showed us what we already suspected: the loose fit isn't going anywhere. With a tonal palette of creams, browns and greens (often offset with a pop of red here, or perhaps a splash of yellow there), it's easy to see Holloway envisioning these pieces finding their way into an aristocrat's luggage for a posh weekend in the countryside. MILAN, ITALY - JUNE 22: Models walk the runway during dunhill Spring Summer 2026 Show on June 22, 2025 in Milan. (Photo by Dave Benett/Max Cisotti/for dunhill) Max Cisotti/for dunhill Giorgio Armani Tying Prada and Dunhill together was Giorgio Armani. Now in its 50th year, there seems to be a sort of retrospective at play for the brand. Couple this with Mr. Armani celebrating his own 90th birthday last year and one begins to wonder if the signor of Italian fashion may be using his SS26 as a sort of 'greatest hits' for the fashion house. With a whopping 116 runway looks, for any other designer it would be hard to find any cohesion to a collection. For Giorgio Armani? It seemed as if every garment in the presentation was intentional—necessary even—to tell his story. While Armani's latest looks show us that he's not strayed too far from the wardrobe for American Gigolo , which offered him international attention, the colors used for SS26 give us an insight into Armani's personal evolution as a designer with sea foam greens, purples and sky blues stealing the show. This is, in part, due to Armani wanting to pay homage to his favorite vacation spot, the island of Pantelleria off the coast of Italy. Mixing his signature loose-fitting suits and maximalist layering with more thematic motifs of palm trees and sharkskin iPhone cases shows just how far Armani is willing to experiment—while still staying true to the brand's style that's been honed over five decades. MILAN, ITALY - JUNE 23: Models walk the runway at the Giorgio Armani fashion show during the Milan Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Week on June 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Vittorio) Getty Images What's Next For SS26? With Milan now behind us, Paris Fashion Week Men's Spring/Summer 2026 is currently underway. With presentations from some of the largest fashion houses in the world still to come, this is a season of shows not to be missed.
Fashion United
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
MFW Men's SS26 showcased a 'lifestyle-led approach to dressing'
Milan Men's Fashion Week spring/summer 2026, which took place from June 20 to 24, was 'less about trends and more about lifestyle,' according to Simon Longland, fashion buying director at Harrods. 'With several key players absent from the official schedule, this edition of Milan Men's Fashion Week relied heavily on presentations,' said Longland. 'But what emerged was a renewed focus on sartorial finesse, technical fabrics, and a lifestyle-led approach to dressing. Italy continues to lead when it comes to mastering elegance, material innovation, and the needs of a sophisticated, grown-up customer.' Brioni, spring/summer 2026, menswear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight What were your favourite collections this season? Brioni, Dunhill, and Dolce & Gabbana delivered some of the strongest menswear collections this season. Each offered a distinct perspective rooted in excellence: Brioni for its effortless elegance, Dunhill for a modern yet timeless take on tailoring, and Dolce & Gabbana for the confidence and charm that defined every look. Dunhill SS26 collection at Milan Men's Fashion Week Credits: Dunhill Best presentation concept? Dunhill stood out with a beautifully staged presentation in a hidden private garden in the heart of Milan - intimate, serene, and entirely in tune with the collection's refined aesthetic. Dolce & Gabbana also made a memorable impact by taking the show's finale outside, offering the public a moment of shared celebration and connecting the brand to its wider audience. Dunhill SS26 collection at Milan Men's Fashion Week Credits: Dunhill Dolce&Gabbana, spring/summer 2026, menswear at Milan Men's Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight MFW SS26 menswear trends: matching sets, relaxed tailoring, and soft, neutral colours Brioni, spring/summer 2026, menswear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight What trends or style directions did you spot at MFW SS26? This season felt less about "trends" and more about lifestyle — a clear shift towards clothes that speak to permanence and identity over momentary statements. That said, we saw a consistent language across collections: Soft, neutral palettes – from stone and sand to putty, khaki, and rust. Relaxed tailoring that still reflects the precision of master craftsmanship. Matching sets — plain or printed, whether shirts and shorts or jackets and trousers. Ultra-lightweight fabrics that drape and move effortlessly. Elevated jogging sets, notably seen at Prada, showing how comfort and polish can coexist. Prada, spring/summer 2026, menswear at Milan Men's Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Was there a 'must-have' item for you? This season wasn't about a single item. The real takeaway was a collective reinforcement of values: quality, consistency, and longevity. That's the message Milan delivered - and what resonates most with the Harrods man. Dolce&Gabbana, springsummer 2026, menswear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight
Fashion Network
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Dunhill: Disobedient grace in a Milanese garden
Dunhill staged the final show on Sunday evening in a beautiful Milanese garden filled with statues of goddesses and cherubs, and its message of sartorial chic with a soupçon of rebellion felt very timely. For decades, young men have been wearing Ralph Lauren to imply their families have been genteel for more than two generations. Perhaps they should think of shopping at Dunhill, where designer Simon Holloway's subtle renovation has led to some great clothes that mine a patrician past with modernist vigor. Any doubt about Dunhill's future was dispelled by the front row, where there was practically major buyer gridlock, especially from Asia. Holloway opened crisply with lots of great putty-hued suits, cool trenches, and a fab series of split suits. Combinations of windowpane check, seersucker, piqué, and sporty checks—all of which looked great. And light, too—underlining the way he has eliminated so much weight from Dunhill fabrics. Which is vital. If you don't think so, try going to get measured for a suit on Savile Row. You practically sweat when you feel the hand of so many UK fabrics. Simon, with his yen for Italian materials, avoids that at Dunhill. He then segued into a series of classic suits, made in feathery cottons and fresh linens, one worn by a gent leading a Weimaraner hound on a leash around the pebble path. 'Disobedient grace,' was Holloway's definition of the collection, blending the style of besuited rock icons like Bryan Ferry and Charlie Watts into legacy clothing. After something of a drop in energy halfway through the show, with too many windowpane check jackets and formulaic sweaters, everything kicked up a gear with some rakish Motorities suede jerkins and coats in soft French lambskin. And—seeing as the main cocktail served was gin-based—a quartet of dandies in silk suits, paisley waistcoats, and Panama hats looked born to drink a good gimlet. Before segueing into cardigans and dressing gowns embroidered with various hounds—from bulldog to boxer—one model strutted by with a beautiful gray Weimaraner on a leash. Before the show reached a climax, a chap in a tartan dressing gown just about managed to guide two nervous-looking white Borzoi hounds around the garden. All staged in the ideal location, the garden of Poldi Pezzoli Museum, with its rare collection boasting works by Botticelli, Bellini, and Mantegna. And all backed up by music from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Not a bad way to end a busy weekend.
