Kata Malaysia – Where The Malaysian Find The Truth

Mid-Autumn Festival – A Cultural Exploitation through Overpriced Mooncakes?

Once a year during the Mid-Autumn Festival, Chinese people gather with lanterns, awing at the sky where the moon shines the brightest each year, accompanied by family, friends, and mooncakes The...

Isn’t haze from slash-and-burn farming?

The term “slash-and-burn” may conjure an image of destruction in many people’s minds, but according to those who practises it, it is believed to be a sustainable way of farming For...

There was a time when special needs child was called “retarded”, but the R-word has since been scraped off people’s tongues and papers But, what if the term “special needs” is nothing more...

Will Malaysians welcome more guests?

Hong Kong extradition crisis has led to a surge of interests in the Malaysia My Second Home initiative But, are Malaysians ready to open the door of their home for these people In early 2018, a...

A glimpse at Yusof Ghani’s canvases

Criticising the society through the abstracts of painting is how Yusof Ghani, a talented and respected Malaysian artist since the 1980s, shares his artistic views of the world Graphic artist...

The glorious stripes of Malaysia

Jalur Gemilang is Malaysians’ pride, and as our Independence Day is approaching, nothing says patriotic better than waving the flag regardless of the time and place “Merahmu bara semangat...

Towards a peaceful Malaysia, together

Well known for its unique cultures and its renowned multiracial society, Malaysia's diverseness is well portrayed in its society's daily lives A train ride to work, a weekend hang-out at the malls,...

Malay cultures before Islam

The arrival of Islam reshaped the Malays' daily practices and culture as a whole But does becoming a Muslim mean sacrificing one's own identity Before the arrival of Islam, the Malays lived off...

What’s So Special About Cikgu Fazri?

Cikgu Fazri, an inspiring young teacher for special needs students And he has many fun ideas for class activities up his sleeve When he first started as a practical teacher, one of the students...

From infrastructural feats, to naturally constructed landmarks, some have been giving us a national identity, and improving the nation for decades Our nation's development over the years...

Wildlife trafficking: traders go online

Questions may be asked as to why it is so easy for traffickers to make a career out of illegally trading animals in Malaysia One of the clear answers is: social media (The second part of Wildlife...

Wildlife is trafficked for the exotic pet trade, but that isn't the only reason (The first part of Wildlife Trafficking series is available here) The same baby gibbon, now arrived in a country...

Preserving heritage through jawi lesson

Between culture, identity, and the dilemma in preserving it The Ministry of Education has decided to introduce Jawi writing lesson (formerly referred to as Khat calligraphy) for Year Four pupils...

Malaysia has been named as a global hub for wildlife trafficking – a sinister crime threatening the lives of innocent animals A newborn baby gibbon, held closely in the arms of its mother and...

Ghosting on the Hungry Ghost Festival

The traditional festival is a ritualistic time of offerings to spirits of the underworld But it's harder to get performers, and the turnout isn't what it used to be, for the living The Hungry...

Appreciating Aidiladha

Aidiladha celebrations has never been as grand and food-centric as Aidilfitri Are Malaysian Muslims less appreciative of the Festival of the Sacrifice A few months before Aidilfitri, most people...

The Unfortunate fate of foreign workers

Adding to Malaysia’s multiracial society is the swarm of foreigners in the middle of busy cities, here to earn decent money for families back home But many of their dreams shattered the moment...

Believing in the unbelievable

Some people are quick to connect strange occurrences with supernatural forces, because they truly believe that a world beyond the veil exists Source: Poker Ground Some westerners believe that...

Thanking the war heroes

Darjah Kebesaran Seri Pahlawan Gagah Perkasa is for the brave people who fought for the welfare of the country and they deserve all the thanks Almost anybody can get a title in Malaysia, whether...

Transgender: the outcast community

All they wish for is to be accepted into a harmonious society, but the reality is they risk arrests every day just by stepping out the door In a conservative community like Malaysia, there is...

Becoming A Social Media Star

Social media influencers are often seen as leading glamorous lives, but is becoming one really as promising as advertised Source: Medium Influencer Marketing Benchmarks Report 2019 found that...

The urgent need for Sex Ed

Girls are better off learning about sex from a parent, than from a stranger they meet online Source: BFM Some girls believe first-time sex won't get them...

“Phoenix” keeps on rising

More than meets the eye Meet Phoenix, the world’s first and only hijabi wrestler Source: AFP She is a shy, quiet girl in real life But once the gloves are on and she steps into the ring,...

Heineken 00 may have zero percent alcohol, but it is still non-Halal Source: Heineken Alcoholic beverage manufacturer Heineken Malaysia has recently launched a new product called Heineken 00...

Nevertheless, slavery persist

Slavery still exists, and it hits closer to home than most people would prefer to believe Source: Astra Center According to the 2016 Global Slavery Index from the Walk Free Foundation in...

Fish bombed, corals destroyed

Fish bombing has long existed in Malaysia, especially along the islands of Sabah – a place once regarded as a top tourist attraction because of its beautiful, diverse coral reefs But that has...

Meet Durian: the King of Fruits

Durian, a pungent-scented and sweet-flavoured tropical fruit, is a guilty pleasure for many Malaysians, especially the supreme of all durian types: Musang King Source Malaysia is blessed with...

Sarawak had a long-standing relationship with the Brookes family, but that all changed when they were given up After scuffles and wars, Sarawak still stands with its indigenous people after its...

Keeping oceans and rivers clean

Malaysia is familiar with water pollution cases – it happens in Johor, Penang, Selangor and basically all around the country But what are the authorities doing to solve this deep-rooted...

Malaysia-born and bred stateless people

Stateless people are the people who are "not considered national under the rule of law" Not only does this issue affect the entire world severely, Malaysia is also struggling to end...

Food Bank aids hungry Malaysians

The Food Bank Malaysia Programme is the government’s initiative set up to help ease the burden of the less fortunate in dealing with the high cost of living The aim of the programme is simple: to...

Young dads want paternity leave

While women take full advantages of their mandatory maternity leave, men struggle to find the same recognition for their role as a father Is paternity leave needed Source The Malaysian...

National Laureate A Samad Said in his old age continues the fight to preserve the Malay language through his outstanding literary works A Samad Said Source Born Abdul Samad bin Mohamed Said...

Harmonious open house tradition

See a family all dressed in traditional Baju Melayu and Baju Kurung on the third week of Syawal and ask where they are going The answer is simple: Open House Source Open House or Rumah Terbuka...

George Town’s comeback story

George Town's history extends throughout disputes and war Its development was abandoned by the federal government years ago, but made a successful return as a vital Malaysian historical...

Deadly measles outbreak

The mystery of deaths of 15 Orang Asli Bateq tribe in Kuala Koh Village, Kelantan was finally solved when Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed that it was due to a measles...

Malaysians love food

The prevalence of obesity in Malaysia is at 133%, making it the fattest country in Asia Source Economist Intelligence Unit’s Tackling Obesity in ASEAN reported that number of obese people in...

Yuna’s first single Forevermore from her fourth album is an ode to home country Malaysia as she continues climbing the international music charts Source A mix of syair (a form of classical...

University Malaya remains top-notch

University Malaya is ranked 70th in the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings 2020 – the biggest win yet for Malaysia’s oldest university Source Quacquarelli Symonds World...

Days of traditional games are vanishing

Before PlayStation and smartphones took over childhood, most Malaysians grew up playing traditional games No electronics or Wi-Fi signal needed, just a group of friends, ubiquitous instruments, and...

Malaysians’ bubble tea frenzy

There is still no sign that the bubble tea craze among Malaysians will die down soon as more stores are opening up in Subang Jaya, which has been regarded as “Bubble Tea...

Are “women only” facilities helping?

'Ladies only' services have been around Malaysia for a while Even so, these zones are often abused or disrespected, but is necessary as these facilities seem to have positive effect on crime...

Exotic pets for glamour

Singer Zarith Sofia’s arrest for owning a protected species of a wildlife and leaving it unfed at home has become an eye opener for many Malaysians as they have realized that many other...

Lee Chong Wei versus his health

Datuk Lee Chong Wei suffered many injuries throughout his badminton career His sacrifices are often overlooked, but he never fails to share his glory with all Malaysians Source Lee Chong Wei...

The outlooks on abortion

Abortion could be the path to equality sought by most women, or it could simply be the slaughter of innocent Abortion has always been a controversial issue - defined as termination of a pregnancy...

Dams were never eco-friendly

Hydroelectricity is often viewed as an environmentally friendly method of supplying power But recent studies have debunked it Alternatives methods leave less carbon footprint but are harder to...

Are you consuming fake food?

Food made from artificially crafted components are periodically prevalent Unfortunately, consumers wouldn't realize it until it's too late Source Malaysia has seen its fair share of fake food...

Among Aidilfitri delicacies such as ketupat, rendang, and variant kuih raya, lemang periuk kera has become the talk of the town especially in recent years Lemang periuk kera...

Is Malaysia’s press still suppressed?

Malaysia rose up the international press index after a government change, loosening media expressions nationwide Despite that, the future may not grant Malaysians total media liberation Malaysian...

English’s comeback in Math and Science

Sarawak State Logo Source Sarawak is on its way to use English to teach Math and Science While history has shown where majority of Malaysians stand, English is proven vital for success...

Source The language we speak plays an important psychological part of our identity It could easily go extinct if not passed on, hence its preservation is vital for the understanding of future...

Overfeeding street sleepers

The Homeless face discrimination and unforeseen risks Their prevalence during Ramadan has resulted in overfeeding and food wastage Walking along the streets of the city center sounds dangerous...

Penang is one of the most developed progressive states in Malaysia but it lacks one important resource: clean water Pitch black water with a thick oil layer on the surface of Sungai Tengah,...

Malaysia’s last surviving male Sumatran rhinoceros has died, leaving only one sole female in captivity: Iman The deceased, fondly known as Tam, succumbed to kidney and liver failures which had...

The Patriots’ author and founder Helmi Effendy wished for the killing of Malay “traitors”, causing local bookstore Kedai Fixi to remove his books from its shelves In a Facebook post...

Cheap yet disastrous electric bills

Malaysia’s electricity charges are among the lowest in the world Even so, our environment pays the price While Malaysians save electricity for monetary reasons, better knowledge about energy...

When religious obligation inspires business opportunity, some call it profiteering, and some think it is modernization When talk about luxury hijabs, two famous brands come to hijabis’...

In the face of scams

Bank scams are dangerous and undesired, yet they evolve and adapt as people change the way monetary transactions are handled Gradually, the days of cold hard cash are diminishing as electronic...

Malaysia’s last surviving male Sumatran rhinoceros has died, leaving only one sole female in captivity: Iman The deceased, fondly known as Tam, succumbed to kidney and liver failures which had...

“It’s all the teacher fault!”

A provocative tweet asking the reasons as to why Malays are still incompetent in English after eleven years of school has consequently launched an attack on English teachers The incompetency of...

Malaysia’s strong bond with Palestine

The Israel – Palestine conflict is complicated and bloody But historically, the British might be the ones who started pitting them against each other Nevertheless, Malaysia and many other...

The Queen of Squash, Nicol David

The soon to be retired Datuk Nicol David is the pinnacle of the international squash scene, but that is not the only thing she is good at World champion and local sports star Datuk Nicol...

Root causes of Zoo problem

The Zoo Negara is struggling to survive, while some people blame it on their high entrance fees, others point the finger at the animal welfare groups Recently, Zoo Negara was in desperate need...

Veil is more important than heart

Dr Amalina Bakri, Malaysia's very own genius whose name can never escape the chatter of some prejudiced Malays, helped a baby battling Germ Cell Tumor The baby’s mother, Nurul Erwani Zaidi...

Dying for Social Media

Online networking affects perception, judgement, and public approval; so much so that people trade their lives for it The fault doesn’t lie with any specific generation, but perhaps the evolution...

Celebrity drug epidemic

Actor and director Farid Kamil is not the first Malaysian celebrity to have fallen victim to the darkest side of drugs, and it is safe to say that he won’t be the last Farid Kamil was recently...

Humans failed leatherbacks

Rantau Abang has recently lost its former glory as leatherback turtles are now effectively extinct There used to be 10,000 nesting sites hiding under the steep slopes of Rantau Abang beach sand...

Flat Earth is back in Malaysia

The idea of a giant horizontal piece of land hovering in space seems ridiculous in this current age of technology, but the revival of “flat earth theory” is re-emerging in modern...

Malaysia Obliviated From Asia Food Map

Netflix’s new food documentary Street Food (Volume 1: Asia) featured multiple South-East Asian countries, but Malaysia was not one of them If there is one thing Malaysians can be proud of, it...

Formula One will return

Figure red bull After a year of absence, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad wants to bring Formula One back The first Malaysian Grand Prix (GP) – Formula One (F1) World Championship –...

Is Lynas a real threat to Malaysia?

Lynas’s production is important for technological growth worldwide, but their waste by-products are getting in the way However, this isn’t Malaysia’s first rodeo with rare-earth...

Gelatin: the enemy of halal products

Choosing food to consume and powder to dab on the cheeks is a pleasure for many, until gelatine is found in the list of ingredients Muslims have always been concerned with halal food The...

P. Ramlee’s tears in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysian entertainment icon P Ramlee may have received accolades and titles after his death, but his final days in this world were not as bright as some people were led to believe The arrival...

Burning offerings to gods and ancestors are one of the many ways Chinese worships But pollution and environmental hazards may be getting in the way Living in multi-ethnic Malaysia allows us to...

Mushrooming Island in Malaysia

With a total land size of 329,847km2 and a density of 99 people per Km2, Malaysian had decisively thought that the country has not enough room for the human and venture into the sea for more land...

Kedah will be getting a new international airport, and while the people of the state are welcoming the news, neighboring Penang sees it as a threat to their own success The Penang international...

Mandate education before marriage

Tying the knot is never easy Other than career and financial stability as pre-requisites to getting married, Muslims are also required to obtain a certificate by completing a pre-marriage...

The state government of Kelantan trying to push its residences toward a religious path, then the humble small business owners suffer On 6th May, to encourage the residence to perform the...

The triumph and trials of Sandakan

The influx of Chinese dealers turned Sandakan into a blooming trade town Until the Japanese invaded and forced thousands to work and die for them Situated at the east coast of Sabah,...

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