
Lifestyle

The need for greater hepatitis awareness in Malaysia
Compared to other conditions such as heart disease, hypertension or diabetes, public understanding of this disease remains low due to lack of health campaigns, experts say.
Everyday Heroes

Visual artist tells stories through batik creations

How diving pulled a young man back to life

NGO gives 300 children a memorable Christmas, sets record
Grace Community Services earned recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records at its ‘The Star of Christmas: No Child Left Behind’ celebration on Saturday.

Food waste powers urban garden in Setapak
25-year-old Yap Jing Zong leads an initiative that provides fresh produce to residents while spreading awareness on eco-consciousness and food security.

Club seeks financial aid to train B40 kids in squash
The Phoenix Squash Club is offering a pioneering programme that equips future champions with skills, training and confidence in the sport.

Azri’s chemical romance: meet Malaysia’s ‘fragrance surgeon’
Dr Azri’s Perfume range boasts impressive longevity of 72 hours, thanks to its founder’s background in battery chemistry – a field that demands precise molecular analysis.
Food

Three Guys Cuisine introduces babi gepuk to KL folks

Star UK chef redesigns menu for dieters on skinny jabs
From roast level to the right temperature, barista Muhammad Zakir Zamil shares tips and tricks for making the ideal cuppa.
This recipe results in a dish that is absolutely delicious with steamed rice – and it literally takes a matter of minutes to prepare.
This new eatery in Petaling Jaya is the perfect spot to park yourself for a caffeine boost and chill with other automobile enthusiasts.
‘apricot by Peaches and Cream’ serves an array of tasty pizzas and pastas as well as 16 mouthwatering desserts.
Entertainment

‘Entourage – Murder Amongst Friends’ is worth a trip to The Campus

Jimmy Kimmel extends late night contract for a year
Until April 30, the public is invited to view new works highlighting various techniques and creative approaches by participating artists.
Winners will be chosen by more than 300 entertainment journalists from around the world and announced at a Jan 11 ceremony in Beverly Hills.
The second film in Universal’s ‘Freddy’s’ franchise brought in US$63 million in the Friday-through-Sunday period.
The Globes, scheduled for Jan 11, are considered an indicator for the Oscars, with leading contenders appearing on many insider shortlists.
Health & Family

Traumatic brain injury: recovery beyond hospital walls

Understanding traumatic brain injury

Club seeks financial aid to train B40 kids in squash
The Phoenix Squash Club is offering a pioneering programme that equips future champions with skills, training and confidence in the sport.
When Heston Blumenthal turned to skinny jabs to lose weight, his appetite evaporated and he realised such medications risked biting into restaurant sales.

‘Get checked early’, says man battling prostate cancer
Actress and influencer Anita Permata Sari is raising awareness about her 75-year-old father’s struggle with the disease.

Visually impaired masseuse opens her own spa
23-year-old Nasha Azrin Zol Azizan is the proprietor of Nasya Spa & Massage in Hulu Langat, which offers a range of therapeutic services.
Money

Women don fake mustaches in LinkedIn ‘gender bias’ fight

Redeemed your RM100 SARA yet? Here’s how you can make it count
The service aims to make withdrawing cash more convenient for Malaysians, especially communities without ATMs nearby.
Whether or not a company should pay out earnings depends on whether it can reinvest its cash to grow future profit, according to Warren Buffett.
This article looks at what a modern diversified portfolio may look like in 2025.
Looking for support with your income or business venture? Check out these government initiatives that could help turn your finances around next year.
Travel
Whether wandering past lotus ponds or lounging in a cosy villa, guests will find countless pockets of tranquility at this family homestead.
This historic location is more than just a marketplace – it is a reflection of the life of a people who value tradition.
In Pontianak, Indonesia, coffee isn’t just a drink – it is an identity, a lifestyle, and an open social space where bonds are forged.
Writer Zufazlin Baharuddin is impressed by the Finnish people’s commitment to eco-consciousness and well-being for a balanced and happy life.
Tech

Women don fake mustaches in LinkedIn ‘gender bias’ fight

Japanese researchers develop device to reduce lithium-ion battery fire risk
The technology promises greater speed and accuracy in enforcing laws on online platforms.
The AI-made montage earned 600,000 Instagram likes and reflects an ‘AI nostalgia’ trend that confuses people who lived the decade.
Education activist Mak Chee Kin says many are still catching up with even basic digital tools and proper internet connectivity.
TikTok’s #ThinkTwice Parental Advisory was launched in partnership with Content Forum and MCMC.
Pets

New research pinpoints milestone in history of cat domestication

Meet Tenet, the cat who ‘graduated’ with his human
The dedicated animal lover aims to give back on her birthday by supporting PapanSouls, a sanctuary for dogs living at the landfill in Ipoh.
The fire burned for more than 40 hours, and during that time Hong Kong social media was flooded with posts from worried pet lovers.
The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity has released two chicks into the wild – a major achievement that could stem the bird’s decline in the kingdom.
Against all odds, Champion transformed from a paralysed stray in a car park into the feisty baby of a forever home.





























