Abdul Rashid's Blog

Today, I get the 12th issue of Monocle magazine, which I have subscribed at Best Eastern The Mall Gadong. The magazine costs me BND19.90 ( a quite expensive according to my budget). I have subscribed Monocle since its 1st issue.

The interesting point about the Monocle magazine is that it is "a briefing on global affairs, business, culture and design" (the magazine tagline). It has very nice photos to look at (as I do like photojournalistic type of photography).

The most intresting topics (to me) in this issue of Monocle are a report on Kosovo and a report on the role of state broadcasting in transmitting a country's 'brand'. There is a monthly insert magazine of a Japanese anime, Kitakoga. The insert ilself has an advertorial anime of a Japanese brand, Toto, a popular brand of toilet items. A very nice advertisement.

You can visit Monocle website at http://www.monocle.com/ for extras and the magazine's back issues. Something new that is available at the website is that you can subscribe or download free Monocle video podcast. Do check Monocle website for more details.

Next issue (13th issue) will be available on sale from April 17th, 2008.

Rasa Mas open their first branch in Brunei at Giant Hypermarket Tasik Rimba Complex. Today is their first day of operation, that is, in conjunction with the official opening of Giant Hypermarket.

My first time eating at Rasa Mas was at their Alamanda Putrajaya branch a few years ago. I did write in their 'suggestion box' to come to Brunei.

In conjunction with the official opening of Giant Hypermarket Tasik Lama, Lau Motors Sendirian Berhad is showing the new Subaru WRX STi on 22 March 2008, Saturday (today).

p/s: I wish I can own one. However, it is unlikely that I am going to utilise the full 'power' of the car. As the matter of my taste, I like the new Subaru due to its sporty design and handling. Not for speeding.