History
New Zealand’s huge role in helping Malaya through its turbulent Emergency
When someone says the word New Zealand, you may think about the population of sheep or Lord of the Rings. But add Malaysia to …
Month: July 2018
Current
Malaysia’s SOSMA vs USA Patriot Act… Which one is worse?
[Ed’s note, 31 July 2018: This article was initially written in December 2014, so the ‘ministers’ written below refer to those from …
Culture
Malaysian researchers claim aura photography can detect GENIES. Here’s the science behind it
[ALERT: This article can do you a spook. You have been warned.] For centuries, people all over the world have …
Culture
3 private companies headed by UMNO members profit from millions of foreign workers flooding Malaysia
[Ed’s note: This article was originally published on 28th August 2017, but has gone viral again after news of Nepal barring its workers from coming to Malaysia. …
Business
Here’s why some Malaysians feel that the Council of Eminent Persons is a bad idea
So recently, our friendly neighbourhood MP Khairy Jamaluddin has been openly calling for the disbandment of the Council of Eminent …
International
Will Parlimen’s proposed Hate-Speech Law ruin democracy? We look at Canada, US and SG
Have ugaiz ever heard of people saying, “Melayu makan babi” or “Cina go back China lah!”? While it may be common …
Culture
This tiny island in Malaysia harbours a chilling, dark secret that not many know about
For some reason, when someone says ‘let’s go to Penang’, not many people would think of the mainland part. And …
Culture
Would you give foreigners Malaysian citizenship if it means glory for the Harimau Malaya?
The 2018 FIFA World Cup has come and gone and this writer is still upset football didn’t come home. But …
Automotive
So who actually gets money from lawless Malaysian drivers? The answer might surprise you.
Before we start, let’s get a show of hands… Parking summons are SO common in Malaysia, and it’s not hard …
Culture
Sarawak now allows the natives to get deeds for their land, but they… hate it? Here’s why.
Have you ever been worried about waking up from your sleep, only to find that your living room and kitchen …