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Anwar Ibrahim's incumbency advantage

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 15 -- In my local WhatsApp group a large number claim to have voted for Anwar Ibrahim in the last general election. They also cannot then and now, name the actual MP's name, the nam... Read More


'Khao soi' in Kepong: Newcomer Kao Mongkhol cooks up a Chiang Mai classic

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 15 -- I've long had an affinity for the Northern Thai dish khao soi, and since I've yet to visit Chiang Mai or anywhere in northern Thailand, I'm always hunting for that thick noodl... Read More


Zul Ariffin to bring legendary Raja Bersiong to life in 'Baling', calls role one of his toughest yet

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 15 -- Malaysian actor Zul Ariffin is preparing to sink his teeth into one of the most challenging roles of his career, portraying the legendary Raja Bersiong in Astro Shaw's upcomin... Read More


Waste is worth more recovered than burned - Ahmad Nizam Che Kasim

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 15 -- Every day, Malaysians throw away about 39,000 tonnes of solid waste, more than our landfills can comfortably absorb. In 2024, the country generated 15.2 million tonnes of soli... Read More


It's time for action to catch up with data - Chandra Mohan Sinnandavar

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 15 -- Over the years, I have spent enough money replacing mobile phones that, looking back, I could probably have saved enough for the down payment on a car. Each new phone came wi... Read More


No provision of a written law or clause in an agreement can be read in isolation - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 15 -- On September 10, 1963, six days before the Federation of Malaya would be abolished and a new Federation of Malaysia established, the Government of the State of Kelantan commen... Read More


How Malaysia can raise its retirement age from 60 to 65: Experts explain the math and more

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 15 -- Should Malaysia push its retirement age up from 60 to 65, and if yes, how can it be done? Currently, Malaysia's minimum retirement age of 60 means private sector employees ar... Read More


Over 75 artists, creative spaces open their doors this weekend at Open Studios Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Oct. 15 -- If you've always wondered about the art processes and behind-the-scenes of artists' studios, this weekend is the time to visit your favourite artist's studio as they open their... Read More


Taobao rolls out AI try-ons, new discovery feature and better delivery for overseas shoppers

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 15 -- Chinese e-commerce platform Taobao has introduced a series of upgrades to its cross-border shopping services, including a new product discovery feature, artificial intelligenc... Read More


Aamir Khan's nephew Imran Khan ordered to leave India over election protest, just as Bollywood comeback beckons

MUMBAI, Oct. 15 -- Bollywood actor Imran Khan, the nephew of superstar Aamir Khan, has been ordered to leave India by October 28 after taking part in a protest demanding electoral reforms, throwing an... Read More