Exploring two small historical towns in Malaysia’s Pahang and Negri Sembilan
For road trip lovers, Malaysia has many interesting small towns to visit, such as these two off-the-beaten-track historical towns.
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Contradictheory: Kuala Lumpur’s Merdeka 118, a raised hand reaching onwards
For some, Merdeka 118 is less “global icon” and more “that giant shard of reflective glass that blinds you during your morning commute." Others mutter that it’s an RM5…
The politics of protests
Intelligence officers and diplomats the writer spoke to agreed that the protests in Malaysia and Indonesia began as organic grassroots movements. However, they believe that…
Malaysia’s healthcare crisis hitting all income groups
The country's top income group is starting to use public hospitals because private insurance is just too expensive, says the Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations.
ASEAN, EU pledge to join forces on environmental sustainability agenda, says Malaysian minister
The dialogue held on the sidelines of the 18th Asean Ministerial Meeting on the Environment (AMME-18), was attended by ASEAN environment ministers from 12 member countries.
Is this the end of streetwear? Malaysia’s fashion scene reflects a global shift
As more brands explore functionality, sustainability and personality-driven design, streetwear may not vanish but transform – co-existing with other aesthetics while carving out…
Missing British teen found in Kuala Lumpur
The teenager flew alone from Manchester to Kuala Lumpur, subsequently turning off his phone and not responding to emails.
Malaysia steps up action against smuggling of wildlife in passenger luggage between Southeast Asia, India
Airlines must now cover the cost of repatriating animals to their country of origin, including their care and welfare until return, and complete all documentation.
Malaysia’s education leaders urge government to think twice about SST
Parents with children in international schools have voiced concern to The Star, particularly over the inclusion of scholarships, bursaries and staff waivers under SST. Teachers…
Reviving lost Tamil folk songs from Malaya’s plantation era
The video installation titled "Coolies’ Chorus" recalls the voices of Tamil labourers once bound to the plantations in old Malaya. The video forms part of a wider project that…