From solitude to community: How a silent reading culture is taking root in parks across the Klang Valley, one page at a time

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 -- In a world where scrolling through social media has become the norm, more and more people in the Greater Klang Valley are turning to an unexpected escape: silent reading in p... Read More

Bang for 'buka' buck? Sunny weather expected to keep vegetable prices low during Ramadan's slow season

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 27 -- Consumers will not have to pay more for their greens during the fasting month of Ramadan, as Malaysia is expected to see more sunny days ahead. Vegetable farmers are anticipa... Read More

'Santan' and 'kelapa parut' costing more these days? Traders say hot spells, monkeys and costly Indonesian supply at play

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 25 -- Thick, creamy and sweet. If you're already drooling at the thought of digging into your next rendang this Raya, then here's what you need to know if you're not the one prepari... Read More

Chinese animation hit 'Nezha 2' to premiere in Malaysia on March 13

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 22 -- Chinese animated blockbuster Nezha 2 will finally be released in Malaysian theatres on March 13, cinema chain giants GSC Cinemas and TGV Cinemas announced on Friday, ending th... Read More

Explainer: Who is Nezha? The mythical Chinese hero behind animated blockbuster 'Nezha 2' taking the global box office by storm (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 18 -- The Chinese animated blockbuster Nezha 2 has been shattering multiple box office records across China since premiering on the first day of Lunar New Year last month. The orig... Read More

'A force of nature': Indian music maestro Ilaiyaraaja to perform in KL with 70-piece orchestra this April

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 17 -- Indian music maestro Ilaiyaraaja, 81, will perform an orchestra-themed concert on April 5 at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil. The upcoming Raaja Rhapsody concert m... Read More

'Unreasonable and insensitive': Hindu Sangam says no to non-Muslims having to get approvals for events involving Muslims

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 6 -- The Malaysia Hindu Sangam (MHS) has flatly rejected any requirements for non-Muslims to obtain Islamic religious authorities' approvals before hosting celebratory events that m... Read More

Malaysia has a new singular border control agency - what is the AKPS and what does it do?

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 6 -- Malaysia now has a single agency in charge of border control, known as the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS). The agency was established this month to overs... Read More

How hot regional weather and cool refreshing coconut drinks are making 'santan' dearer in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 2 -- The humble coconut is a staple in Malaysian lives, from its refreshing water and creamy milk, to its role as prayer offerings at Hindu temples. However, Malaysia is now grappl... Read More

Smashing coconuts: Will Thaipusam rituals change this year from shortage?

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 2 -- Coconuts are a must-have in almost all Hindu rituals as they are considered harbingers of auspicious beginnings. For devotees, breaking coconuts marks a symbolic surrendering ... Read More

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