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durian

Food 7 years ago

Stinkin' sky-high: Indonesian durians fetch $1,000 apiece

Two durian fruits have sold for nearly $1,000 each in Indonesia, an eye-watering price that lit up social media and prompted awestruck fans to take selfies with the pungent pair.

City 7 years ago

Public minivan driver reportedly dies of durian overconsumption

The victim's family said he had a history of high blood pressure.

Business 7 years ago

North Sumatra durian penetrates global market in delicious ice cream

When you stop by at top shopping malls or other culinary centers in Singapore, South Korea, Australia or Japan and pick durian ice cream -- favorite dessert for many because of its unique state and smell -- you may never think that its basic ingredient was in fact exported from North Sumatra.

City 7 years ago

'King of fruit' reigns as durian festival gathers crowd

Hundreds of people, both sellers and visitors, flocked to the Durian World Festival held in the front yard of the shopping center.

Food 7 years ago

Malaysia bets on durian as China goes bananas for world's smelliest fruit

The stinky, spiky durian is set to become Malaysia's next major export as the Southeast Asian nation rushes to develop thousands of acres to cash in on unprecedented demand for the fruit from China.

National 7 years ago

Smell of durian delays flight after passengers protest

Passengers almost came to blows with flight crew members.

Food 7 years ago

Ever heard of the rare and elusive kura kura durian?

Unlike regular durian, the kura kura durian hangs just about ground level from its tree when it fruits. It’s presumed that the fruit’s low-lying position gives credence to its name – even a tortoise can reach it.