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Hypebeast
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Closer Look: Yung Lean's '256 GB' Book
Earlier this week,Yung Leanrevealed the imminent release of his first book. Entitled256 GB, the book compiles, you guessed it, 256 gigabytes of content from Lean's iPhone hard drive from 2014 through 2024 – selfies, screenshots, notes, and other candid images included. Totalling 574 images (and 594 pages from front to back), the book is divided into nine color-coded chapters, with each spanning about 50 or so pages: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, black, and white. Housed in a black bound casing complete with red embossed lettering and a matching silk ribbon, the book opens with a title page, on which Lean lists the different iPhone models he shot the contents of 256 GB on: 6, 8, X, and SE. The next page lists out the chapters in order, followed by an entire table of contents of each image included in the book; titles include 'F*ck You,' 'Holy Trinity,' 'Air Jordan 12' and 'Boy life in EU.' To close out, Lean leaves a note that reads: 'I buy a lot of phones and lose a lot of phones. I spend more time in hotels than in the places I live in. It feels like collecting these photographs and memories. I hope it will be a bigger photograph of my life and maybe bring some inspiration and love to some. This is what I try to do.' Take an exclusive closer look at some of the pages of 256 GB in the gallery above and get your hands on a copy while they're still available at Lean'sworldaffairswebsite.
India Today
2 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 review: The perfect RE for the first-time buyer?
In the world of smartphones, there is one series that you cannot miss: the iPhone. It was the one that revolutionised the smartphone business and inspired a slew of products that we see in the market right now. It is reliable, powerful and gets you through all your daily tasks. But the iPhone is expensive, and some might call its interface a little too 'classic'. To address this, Apple introduced the SE, an affordable model that drew users into the Apple ecosystem. The Hunter 350 now gets three new paint jobs: London Red, Tokyo Black and Rio White. The one we got came in the London Red. advertisementI know you're wondering, "Isn't this supposed to be a motorcycle review?" It is, because if you ask me, the Hunter 350 is the Royal Enfield's SE. When it first arrived back in 2022, the Hunter differed from the RE stable; it had a design and seating position that completely defied the image we have of Royal Enfield motorcycles. This approach worked, and today, it is consistently one of the highest-selling models from RE's stable. However, the Hunter 350 was not without its downsides, as users found its suspension setup stiff, clutch operation cumbersome and there was a feeling that it missed out on a few features. Royal Enfield took this feedback seriously and the result is the 2025 avatar of the Hunter 350, which gets some crucial updates. In this review, we get into what these changes are and whether they have improved the riding experience of the motorcycle or not.2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350: What's new? The Hunter 350 design remains identical. advertisementThe design of the Hunter 350 remains largely unchanged, but what has changed is the number of colours on offer. Apart from the three colours already available, the neo-retro roadster now gets three new paint jobs: London Red, Tokyo Black and Rio White. Our Hunter came in the London Red, which is my favourite, because it's red and black colour combo matches perfectly with my trusty helmet. But if I showed you a Hunter in an older colour, it would be hard for you to tell the updated model apart from the pre-existing one, as the changes are subtle at first glance. What are they, though? Starting from the one that was the most demanded by users, the rear suspension has gotten an upgrade; it is now a progressive spring instead of a linear one, which is aimed at making the motorcycle more comfortable. The next addition made for comfort is the increased foam density on the seat. One other complaint that Royal Enfield has promptly addressed is the clutch lever operation, as the Indian firm has made a slip-assist clutch standard across variants. On the tech features front, you now get a 'Tripper' pod from the mid trim, which connects to your phone and enables navigation, while the LED headlamp is now an LED unit instead of halogen. Another change is the 10mm increase in ground clearance, thanks to the new routing of the exhaust.2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Is it more comfortable? The LED headlamp on the Hunter is now an LED unit instead of halogen. Now that I have bored you with the long list of changes, let me tell you how they impact your experience in the real world. The colour factor is obviously up to you, but as they say, 'the more, the merrier'. Talking of the more impactful changes, the new rear suspension makes a drastic difference in the ride quality, as the Hunter now no longer feels as stiff to ride as the previous model. Highway rides feel easier, and so are the rides in the city, which are riddled with tyre-gobbling potholes and confidence-wrecking rough patches. I wouldn't say that it is as comfortable as a motorcycle like the Bullet 350, but it surely is an improvement. But hey, don't go too hard with your Hunter into a pothole at high speed, because as I said, that's still not such a great idea. Jokes apart, there is one small compromise you make for this added comfort, that is a slight decrease in the sharpness of handling, but it isn't something you would notice in your everyday commute. The front suspension is unchanged and remains sharper than I would've preferred. Good news for the users who bought the Hunter before this update is that they can get the new rear suspension retrofit for their units. The aforementioned increased seat foam also contributes to better ride quality, as it keeps you comfy while you are on the Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Clutch lever operation is now smoother The tripper pod comes from the mid variant; it connects through the Royal Enfield app and offers turn-by-turn navigation. If the rear suspension is the main character of the 2025 Hunter's transformation story, then the slip-assist clutch is the side character we all love, the one that adds spice to the saga. The previous Hunter 350 was criticised for its heavy clutch lever operation that can be a nightmare if you live in a city like Delhi or Mumbai, where you have more traffic lights than the taunts your parents wake you up with (sorry, Ma). The slip-assist clutch completely flips the game, as a couple of fingers can do the trick. This change is especially useful for all the new riders out there who don't want their first experience of riding to be of sustained finger pain. Like the rear suspension, the slip-assist clutch can also be retrofitted to the earlier version of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Unchanged performance Mechanically, the updated Hunter continues to be powered by the same 350cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that puts out the same 20bhp and 27Nm. The Hunter does not get any changes in the performance front as it is powered by the same 350cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that puts out the same 20bhp and 27Nm as before. This engine delivers torque from the low-end itself and can easily accelerate to the 80kmph mark. Moving past that, the mill begins to struggle as reaching 90kmph is a stretch, while pushing it to 100kmph might test your patience. That said, the Hunter will not disappoint you on your daily Royal Enfield Hunter 350: Improved featuresOn the feature front, the two main additions are the 'Tripper' pod from the mid trim now and the LED headlamp replacing the halogen one. The tripper pod is a welcome addition, as it connects to your phone through the Royal Enfield app and offers turn-by-turn navigation. Considering the rise of modern-day highways that make you travel extra kilometres if you miss a turn, having directions right in front of you adds a lot of comfort. The LED headlamp is something that I am not a big fan of, as the halogen one had a better throw. From a visual standpoint, however, the LEDs fit the image of the Hunter much better.2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350: VerdictI'll take you back to the iPhone example for the verdict on the Hunter. As you must have noticed, Apple has started making changes to the phone's interface to make it more interactive and user-friendly. Royal Enfield has done something similar with the 2025 Hunter 350. By ironing out issues like ride comfort and hard clutch operation, the firm has made sure the most affordable motorcycle in its stable becomes more accessible. That is impressive to see coming from a company like Royal Enfield that generally sticks to its guns. A price increase of Rs 7,000 has been made to the mid and top trims, while the base remains the same price. Considering the improved comfort and feature list, the increased price is a fair ask in my opinion. So, if you are in the market for your first motorcycle, and if it has to be a Royal Enfield, then the Hunter 350 might be your best pick in the current to Auto Today Magazine- EndsTrending Reel
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Tangau steps down as Sabah Electricity chairman after term ends
KOTA KINABALU: Former federal minister Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau has ended his tenure as chairman of Sabah Electricity (SE), following the conclusion of his contract on June 16. "To all friends, June 16, 2025, was my last day as chairman of Sabah Electricity. This means today is the eighth day I am no longer chairman," he confirmed in a Facebook post on Monday (June 23), noting that his contract was not renewed. Tangau, also a former Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah, served as SE chairman since 2023 and expressed gratitude for the opportunity, thanking the federal and state governments for their trust during his tenure. In a detailed post, Tangau explained his decision to take on the challenge despite warnings, acknowledging that SE, rebranded under his leadership from Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB), had long been viewed as problematic. "Many told me to stay away from (then) SESB, saying it could destroy my political career. But I accepted the post, not for prestige, but as a responsibility to the people of Sabah and Labuan who have long suffered from electricity issues," he wrote. During his two-year tenure, Tangau implemented reforms to enhance integrity, transparency, and service delivery, including initiatives that led SE to receive the MS ISO 37001:2016 Anti-Bribery Management System certification, making it one of only three GLCs in Sabah to achieve this standard. He also highlighted technological advancements such as the implementation of smart meters, the introduction of self-meter reading (SMR) in rural areas like Kiulu, and other digitisation efforts aimed at reducing billing complaints. Another significant achievement under his leadership was the reduction of the System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) from 1,000 minutes in 2012 to 220 minutes in 2024, with some areas reaching single-digit figures. "Still, I must be honest, Sabah remains at risk. Our power generation reserve margin is below 12%, when it should be at least 30%," he warned, cautioning that the state could face rationing or blackouts if urgent measures are not taken. Tangau, who is the Tuaran MP and former United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) president, recently launched the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Lahad Datu, touted as the largest in Southeast Asia, with a 100MW capacity designed to stabilise electricity supply on the east coast. 'We also successfully signed a Gas Sales Agreement (GSA) with PETRONAS on June 30, 2024. The development of another new Gas Power Plant with a capacity of 120MW under a tripartite cooperation involving Sabah Electricity, PETRONAS, and Sabah Energy Corporation (SEC). Also, the restoration of the Tenom Pangi Hydro Power Station's operation in May 2025 after nearly three years of non-operation,' he pointed out. Tangau noted that the company's rebranding was necessary to meet the government's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. 'This is also a sign of the company's commitment to greener, more sustainable, and environmentally friendly energy sources,' he said. He apologised to SE staff for his frequent calls and surprise visits, sometimes on weekends and late at night. 'I appreciate all your dedication. That is why I fought for workers' rights in the last Board Meeting I chaired. I hope this is not the end of all our efforts. Continue to work hard; this is a continuous struggle with no end. 'However, I would like to invite all parties to place their trust in our staff and the company. They have the capability. What they lack is simply trust,' he wrote. He also advised the public not to repeat the cycle of objections that had previously stalled key infrastructure projects, including the Kaiduan and Liwagu dams, as well as the proposed 300MW coal power plant. 'These objections have ultimately led to the electricity shortages we are experiencing today. Let us not repeat past mistakes,' he advised. Quoting a familiar proverb, he added, 'It takes a village to raise a child.' In the same spirit, he said, 'Sabah Electricity needs the support and involvement of all stakeholders, from leaders to users, to work together in securing long-term solutions and stability for Sabah and the Federal Territory of Labuan.' He ended his post thanking Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Finance Minister for entrusting him to lead SE, as well as Tenaga Nasional Berhad chairman Tan Sri Abdul Razak Majid, his deputy chairman, Board of Directors members, chief executive officer, senior management officers, SE staff, and stakeholders. 'I'm signing off,' he wrote.
Daily Express
3 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
New Papar sub-station, meters for Inanam: SE
Published on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 25, 2025 By: Sidney Skinner Text Size: A new substation is coming up along this section of the access road to Kg Kawakahan. SABAH Electricity (SE) has begun building a new substation near a Papar village and is in the midst of processing applications for meters at some low-cost flats in Inanam. This action was prompted by feedback about the power irregularities in Kg Kawakahan, as well as the delay which some occupants of the 'Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR, People's Housing Project)' Kionsom had experienced in having a supply extended to their units. A Papar consumer was under the impression that her village might not be receiving enough electricity as her household appliances had not been operating at their maximum capacity for some time. An Inanam senior citizen, on the other hand, was dismayed to find that there was still no electricity in her flat, more than 10 days after she had applied for a supply. Both individuals provided Hotline with the pertinent details regarding their grievances, which were forwarded to the company. A SE spokesman said about 20 per cent of the substation had been completed so far, since construction got underway on May 19. Advertisement 'Barring any unforeseen circumstances, we tentatively hope to finish the remaining 80 per cent of the work by October 16,' he said. 'The nominal level of the voltage to our customers in Kg Kawakahan should increase to around 230volts, once the substation becomes operational.' He explained that a voltage drop was to blame for the electricity woes in this part of the district. 'The existing substation is located about 2.5 kilometres away from the village. It generates between 210V and 215V during the peak period of electricity usage He said the problems in Kg Kawakahan stemmed from the increasing development taking place around Papar. The spokesman said SE had been aware about the irregularities in the village since last year. 'We refurbished the existing transformer and, for a time, the situation seemed to stabilise. 'Later, we carried out a load-shedding exercise and even tried having new overhead lines put in place to service the village.' 'In January, our technicians changed the tapping points for some of these premises to a different phase.' He said each of these strategies did not provide its consumers with lasting improvements. Meanwhile, SE's effort to provide PPR Kionsom occupants with power was partly held up due to the management company's (MC's) failure to complete the 'tagging' at the cabinets prepared for the meters. A SE spokeswoman said the MC was informed that the 'tagging' was still outstanding a whole fortnight before the keys were handed out to the first group of tenants in the middle of June. 'Tagging involves applying labels, tags or seals to the cabinets for identification, security and proper management of the meters,' she said. 'The tags help prevent tampering, ensure accurate billing and facilitate meter maintenance.' She said the oversight involving the tagging was only addressed after some of those who received their keys began grousing about their failure to receive an electricity supply, let alone have meters installed for their units. 'Once the tagging was done, our technicians immediately went in to have meters put in place for those whose applications had been approved. 'In some cases, the processing of these applications was delayed because of incomplete documentation, including the failure to provide signed copies of the tenancy agreements.' A spokesman for DBKK Holdings Sdn Bhd, the MC for the flats, said a miscommunication between the firm and its appointed contractor was to blame for the hold up with the tagging. 'A check of our records shows that, as of June 18, keys had been given out for 43 units whose tenants had paid their deposits,' he said. 'To date, occupational certificates have been issued for about 400 units.' He said PPR Kionsom comprised 1000 units overall, with DBKK Holdings tentatively targeting completion of the remaining flats by August. DBKK Holdings Sdn Bhd is the corporate arm of City Hall. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
4 days ago
- General
- Borneo Post
No hidden increases of power tariff in Sabah - ECoS
KOTA KINABALU (June 24): The Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) refers to a recent statement made by Warisan Kota Kinabalu Division Information Chief, Samuel Wong, regarding alleged hidden increases in electricity tariffs through the tiered rate structure. ECoS wishes to state that the tariff structure and rates have not been revised since the last tariff revision in 2014. The schedule of tariff structure and rates for Sabah and Labuan (effective 1 January 2014) can be obtained from Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd's website. Consumers are reassured that they will only be charged the rate of 47 sen/kWh for units above 1,000 units, i.e. monthly bill above RM383, and this has been in effect since 1 January 2014. Samuel, or any concerned member of the public, are urged to present abnormal bills not in accordance with the gazetted tariff blocks and rates to ECoS for investigation. If there is any error or negligence on the part of Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SE), ECoS will investigate and rectify accordingly. In the interest of transparency and accountability, ECoS strongly encourages the public to use its official complaints and clarification platform, Talk2ECoS, especially in cases where consumers are unable to receive adequate responses from licensees such as SE. ECoS reiterates its commitment to safeguard consumer rights and ensure fair electricity pricing, while continuing to support efforts that strengthen the reliability and sustainability of Sabah's power supply.
