In this era where awareness towards self-love is increasing in importance, brands are expanding their line of business to focus more towards inclusivity from every angle. We recently had the opportunity to interview Janice Yew,…
Muslim or not, this interracial couple showed us that true love knows no such barriers
Do you still remember a 27-year-old Singaporean Malay lady achieving fame on TikTok after a video of her memorising Chinese New Year greetings to wish her boyfriend’s mother went viral? If you don’t, take a…
‘Do it if it’s what you’re drawn to’ Engineer now in agriculture shares why it’s totally okay to venture into a different work field
Many graduates will be able to relate when we say that our parents wish for us to work in the field related to our tertiary studies. However, that is not usually the case for most…
33yo architect who left lecturing job to sell children’s clothes has absolutely no regrets
“Why did you end up selling children T-shirts after completing your Masters overseas? What a waste!” This was one of the many comments that were thrown at 33-year-old Ariff Fadhlan Amin’s way when he decided…
Anything but the law: Graduate leaves behind legal career to set up lip-tastic business
The pandemic, for most, affected people negatively and disrupted lives. For the 26-year-old Ivor Lim Xian Z though, it was a window of opportunity to pursue what she truly loved. Alicia from WeirdKaya had the…
Delving into the minds behind Kongsi Raya – the most anticipated film this CNY!
As Malaysian Chinese throughout the country celebrate Chinese New Year with their loved ones, our very own local film industry has a special gift for everyone in the form of a movie specially made for…
A Close Call with Death at KL Tower: A M’sian’s 2-Hour Life-saving Encounter with Suicidal Man
Yesterday, social media was abuzz with news of a young man who attempted to throw himself off the KL Tower Sky Deck but was saved by the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM). And this…
‘Refugees are just like us!’ Supporting those living within our borders with equality and compassion
According to statistics from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), there are about 178,000 registered refugees and asylum seekers in Malaysia as of January 2021, with thousands more still not accounted for. Most…
26yo M’sian to continue old school hair salon business founded in 1978
Noticing the absence of hair salons catered to men during the 70s, Irene Lim pioneered in establishing the first and only male salon. Located in the heart of Sentul, Irene Unisex Saloon was established in…
‘It isn’t just an idea. It’s a way of life’ A couple’s journey in spurring M’sians to embrace sustainability from within
What’s the first thing that pops into your mind when you hear the word “sustainability”? Is it a world where futuristic ideas beyond your imagination take root? An idealistic state where only wealthy individuals can…
Netizen urges Penangites to support uncle who struggles to make RM20 a day by selling ais kacang
GEORGETOWN – As Malaysians are slowly easing into a different kind of normalcy, there are still many who are struggling to stay financially afloat. A Facebook user named Koay Sa shared about her visit to…
Young M’sians beat eight countries to emerge as ASEAN champs with disaster relief solution app
A group of young Malaysians made the nation proud after they were crowned champions in the first-ever AHAckathon organised by ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management (AHA Centre). Throughout the 48-hour hackathon,…
Wingless pilot in the pandemic: Young Malaysian looking forward to leave the tarmac
The global pandemic has impacted many businesses, especially the travel industries. Among them, Aviation took a particularly heavy blow as international travels where passengers are enclosed in an aircraft were perceived as a COVID-19 cluster…
‘Hi guys, hari ini saya nak share-kan…’ 23yo award-winning chef breaks cultural barriers by introducing Chinese recipes in Malay
With his bright small and energetic attitude, you know your eyes are in for a feast as you watch him recreate local dishes in simple steps. “Hi guys, hari ini saya nak sharekan… …” is…
“There is no life without art, and my life is full of my cats.” Full time cat-mom, part time artist
Yasmeen is a Malaysian artist and a cat-mom of three. She specialises in portraits and her paintings translates personality and temperature into shapes and colours.