Culture
The lesser-known drama following Singapore and Malaysia’s breakup
[Malaysia-Singapore Relations: Crisis of Adjustment, 1965-68 was referenced for the writing of this article.] Malaysia and Singapore have a long …
Culture
Culture
This Malaysian tried to sue the US Embassy… but failed because of a 1961 law
[This article was written in 2020 and updated in July 2023] Every country has laws that protect employees, and that’s …
Art
Couldn’t get Taylor Swift SG tickets? The system was rigged against you
Fairly recently, there was a big hoo-haa about scalpers reselling tickets for the upcoming Coldplay concert in Malaysia for eye-bleeding …
Culture
Oh My Burger Malaysia – secret identity outed
If you grew up in or have ever been to Malaysia, you would be familiar with this infamous kuih. Burger …
Art
These dog graffiti in KL actually have a special meaning behind them
Walking around Malaysian cities nooks and crannies, one thing becomes immediately evident: the presence of graffiti. Etched from alleyways to …
Animals
Malaysian rivers have a fish that preys on… people?? Meet the Ikan Tapah
Just recently, I had the opportunity of visiting KL’s very own Zoo Negara. While most these days go looking for …
Culture
The dark history of how ‘Selipar Jepun’ got its name
Sometimes found in a jamban basah, more commonly found in a mom’s hand as she threatens to whack the living …
Culture
Princess Hasleza Ishak: A royal Malaysian murder mystery
Whenever the word ‘princess’ is brought up, most Malaysians will think of the Disney princesses, or perhaps our very own …
Culture
Sanusi said Penang belongs to Kedah. He’s right…
…in the same way that someone would be right saying that Kedah belongs to Thailand. Okay, here’s the context, for …
Culture
Since 1960, Sabah has been holding its own traditional beauty pageant: Unduk Ngadau
On the 30th and 31st of May each year, Sabahans celebrate Tadau Kaamatan (Harvest Festival) in their usual uniquely Sabahan …