
Lifestyle

‘Avatar 3’ aims to become end-of-year blockbuster
The third film in the series will release in major markets from Dec 17 ahead of the holiday season.
Everyday Heroes

‘Get checked early’, says man battling prostate cancer

Lawyer, 86, obtains doctorate after 50-year career

How crocheting helped Darwina build a home business
Founder of Awien Craft crochets an array of products, from bags to coin purses and more.

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.
Members of the Malaysian Ex-British Army Association describe their hardworking treasurer as a ‘livewire’.
As part of a social initiative, FMT employees came together recently to donate groceries and essentials to local non-profit organisations.
Food

Simple, succulent stir-fried beef with basil

Carfé: a pit stop for cars, coffee and community
‘apricot by Peaches and Cream’ serves an array of tasty pizzas and pastas as well as 16 mouthwatering desserts.
Officials say oysters in Japan are dying en masse in parts of the country’s top production area, likely due to warmer sea temperatures.
In Pontianak, Indonesia, coffee isn’t just a drink – it is an identity, a lifestyle, and an open social space where bonds are forged.
This Bukit Bintang café serves up colourful and nutrient-rich meals to be enjoyed on the go.
Entertainment

Netflix becomes frontrunner in Warner Bros Discovery sale

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, ‘Mortal Kombat’ actor, dead at 75
Kate Winslet chose to set the movie in Britain’s National Health Service because she believes it is “massively undervalued.”
The Japanese gaming giant’s latest series instalment debuts after an eight-year wait and a turbulent development period.
Salvador Plasencia receives a 30-month sentence for supplying drugs at inflated prices to an actor known for addiction issues.

Thasha’s bold leap from auditor to actress
‘Pasanga 3’ star Thasha Krishnakumar left a stable career with two major international firms to enter the entertainment industry.
Health & Family

‘Get checked early’, says man battling prostate cancer

Visually impaired masseuse opens her own spa

UK seniors fight loneliness with tea and a tango
The tea dance, originating from the late 19th century, is seeing a revival, giving seniors a chance to overcome loneliness and stay active.

Myth busted: heart issues only happen when you’re older
Dr Shaiful Azmi Yahaya, chief clinical officer and senior consultant cardiologist at Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), sets the record straight.

What’s really behind men’s declining vitality
Pharmacist explains how hormones, lifestyle pressures and silent stressors are reshaping men’s vitality.
Despite being made mandatory in January 2020, many parents continue to disregard use of these safety devices, viewing them as an option rather than a necessity.
Money

Redeemed your RM100 SARA yet? Here’s how you can make it count

Pos Malaysia rolls out PayNet MyDebit Cash Out service at post offices
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.
The latest changes around hair colour and nail polish are predominantly taking place at smaller companies facing more acute labour shortages than bigger firms.
Travel

Heritage endures at Brunei’s Tamu Kianggeh

City of 1,000 coffee shops brews strong ‘ngopi’ culture
Writer Zufazlin Baharuddin is impressed by the Finnish people’s commitment to eco-consciousness and well-being for a balanced and happy life.

Malaysian globetrotter finds warmth in sanction-hit Iran
S Katiravan – on a mission to raise awareness on conservation across the world – says the country is friendly and safe, contrary to public perception.
From a scrumptious seafood experience to nighttime ATV rides, here are six spots in our southern state that are (slightly) off the beaten track.
Packed with maps and trivia, ‘Secret KL’ digs into the city’s storied past, revealing tales and insights that rarely make it into other travel publications.
Tech

Japanese researchers develop device to reduce lithium-ion battery fire risk

Selfie-based age checks boom as govts push for online controls
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.
The multinational tech company was found to have engaged in unfair competition practices and infringement of EU data protection regulations.
Pets

Meet Tenet, the cat who ‘graduated’ with his human

#Bald4ThePaws: Puvaneswari to shave head to raise funds for Papan’s strays
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.
28-year-old Mohammad Sabri Laleling’s duties include ‘communicating’ with primates at the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary for feedings.



























