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Taiwanese star Vivian Sung says everyday chats with locals helped her master the Malaysian Mandarin accent for 'The Age of Goodbyes'

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 15 -- Taiwanese actress Vivian Sung is no stranger to taking on different roles, but her latest film presented a challenge that required her to immerse herself in Malaysian daily li... Read More


The distance deficit leaves our seniors isolated - Sayed Mohammad Reza Yamani Sayed Umar

Kuala Lampur, Nov. 15 -- Malaysia is fast entering a demographic transition that will fundamentally transform its social and economic landscape. The latest figures from the Department of Statistics M... Read More


Melaka fallout: Three key takeaways from BN-PN's commanding win

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 15 -- Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) captured 24 of Melaka's 28 seats in yesterday's state election, marking the third state poll in four months where Pakatan Har... Read More


Beyond K-pop: The Thai entertainment explosion winning over Malaysian fans

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 15 -- From swarming shopping mall concourses to packed concert halls, Malaysian youth culture is experiencing a full-fledged Thai Wave, as Bangkok's screen actors, pop vocalists, an... Read More


The underpinnings of a stable world order: When technology fails, evidence must prevail in Asean-US relations - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Nov. 14 -- The events of November 13, 2026, have demonstrated how vulnerable even the world's most technologically advanced country can be. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ord... Read More


Muslims not yet in power may take sides without endorsing Islam's enemies, says Hadi

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 14 -- PAS President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has described the US Republicans and Democrats as two faces of the same dollar bill, while telling Muslims who are not yet in power that... Read More


From 'Sk8er Boi' to baby joy, Avril Lavigne introduces fans to her 'mini princess'

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14 -- Avril Lavigne is officially a mum after announcing the arrival of her first child, a baby girl, in a surprise social media reveal. The Canadian singer shared the happy news on... Read More


Five heavy vehicles involved in two separate accidents along Singapore's Ayer Rajah Expressway

SINGAPORE, Nov. 14 -- A total of five heavy vehicles - a lorry, a trailer, one tipper truck, and two buses - were involved in two separate accidents along a stretch of the Ayer Rajah Expressway on Fri... Read More


Singapore 17-year-old goes on walkabouts and meets with residents to address community issues like 'an MP'

SINGAPORE, Nov. 14 -- He is often seen in the Boon Keng neighbourhood engaging with residents, chatting with residents about their concerns. At 17, Jovan is already being recognised for his efforts t... Read More


Former teacher, 60, becomes canteen stall owner at same school after leaving 10-year career

SINGAPORE, Nov. 14 -- A former teacher who left her 10-year career to run a canteen stall at the same school has opened up about her decision and said that she wanted to find greater peace and happine... Read More