Education

There’s a phrase many of us grew up hearing whenever we expressed sadness, anxiety, or exhaustion that went beyond the physical: “Jangan lebih-lebih lah.” Don’t overdo it. Don’t be dramatic.…

Spoiler: It’s complicated, and it goes way deeper than just language class. If you went through the Malaysian school system, you already know the vibes. One year they’re teaching Maths…

Underconsumption is often framed as a minimalist lifestyle choice or a quirky TikTok trend. But that interpretation misses the point. What’s emerging now isn’t about being frugal for the sake…

In Malaysia, being bilingual — or even trilingual — is just normal. Most of us grow up speaking English, Malay, and our own mother tongue, whether that’s Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien,…

You might have noticed it without even realising: family gatherings feel smaller, grandparents are living longer, and you probably have more friends who don’t plan on having kids. These aren’t…

For many young Malaysians stepping into the workforce, the dream of financial independence feels increasingly out of reach. Despite holding degrees, certifications, and even side gigs, today’s fresh graduates are…

In a disturbing development that’s straight out of a Black Mirror episode, schoolgirls in Johor recently found themselves victims of AI-generated nude images. Let that sink in for a moment.…

What you need to know about the country’s rising vape-related drug crisis For many young adults in Malaysia, vaping is a lifestyle habit — a supposedly cleaner, trendier alternative to…

The excitement of balik kampung is in the air—families packing their bags, highways filled with eager travelers, and the long drive ahead to reunite with loved ones. But with increased…

Leading digital reading retailer and publisher Rakuten Kobo today launched Kobo Plus in Malaysia – the all-you-can-read subscription offering book lovers unlimited access to over 2 million eBooks and over 300,000 audiobooks starting…

TikTok, the leading platform for short-form videos,  introduces new features to enhance family safety and help teens develop balanced digital habits. With these updates, parents and caretakers can now view…

Noticed more people coughing and sneezing around you lately? You’re not alone. Malaysia is in the middle of a flu surge, and it’s hitting hard. Offices, gatherings, and even family…

Where Did the Snake Zodiac Come From? The Chinese zodiac is a fascinating mix of myth and stargazing, made up of 12 animals that take turns representing each year. The…

Here’s part TWO of our niche new year’s traditions around the world. If you haven’t checked it out yet, go read PART 1. Now. When most of us are taking…