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[Like That Lor] “NOT FOR SALE IN SINGAPORE” Stamp On Hup Seng Packaging
Many Malaysians have noticed the “Not for sale in Singapore” stamp on Hup Seng packaging. Here’s what’s actually going on.
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[Like That Lor] The Hardest Job in Theatre
Ever heard people say, “Siapa dalang di sebalik semua ni”? Turns out, that phrase comes from one of the most …
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Disney is launching its biggest cruise from Singapore… with Robert Downey Jr as Godparent?!
Disney is bringing its biggest cruise ship yet to Southeast Asia, with the new Disney Adventure set to sail from …
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[Like That Lor] The real reason Gongxi Raya keeps happening
Why are CNY and Raya getting closer every year?
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[Like That Lor] What Does Lekor Mean?
Here’s the story behind Keropok Lekor. Ganu peeps, accurate or not?
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Siapa Makan Cili Episode 13: How Kwai Chai Hong Came to Life
In this episode of Siapa Makan Cili, we sit down with Kwai Chai Hong’s Managing Partner, Zeen Chang, to unpack …
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[Like That Lor] You’re Eating Emperor Food
1000 years ago, only emperors can eat these food. Now you can tapau them anytime you want.
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[Like That Lor] The Origin Of Pariah
How did ‘Pariah’ became an insult? Let’s unpack the history behind this word.
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[Like That Lor] Why I Married My Uncle
Here’s why uncle–niece marriages exist in Hindu communities. And yes, it’s legal under Malaysian law.
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Forget rubber and tin. The British actually got rich from the opium trade in Malaya.
If you grew up with Malaysian TV, chances are you’ve seen one of the many, many reruns of P Ramlee’s …