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Tsukishima Monja Koboreya, Bukit Bintang: KL gets its first taste of Tokyo's 'monjayaki'

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 16 -- The phrase "ugly delicious" gets thrown around a lot to describe dishes from our part of the world. It's meant as a self-aware compliment: this won't look good on Instagram, ... Read More


From rice to remedy: Penang maker's time-honoured 40-day method keeps traditional 'bedak sejuk' craft alive

GEORGE TOWN, Aug. 16 -- Before commercial talcum powders and skincare products became commonplace, bedak sejuk was a familiar household staple, used to cool the skin in Malaysia's hot and humid weathe... Read More


Meet the Malaysians creating tabletop games inspired by local culture and stories (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 16 -- In Malaysia, tabletop gaming is steadily growing beyond a niche hobby, bringing communities together through creativity, strategy and storytelling. From Dungeons & Dragons (D... Read More


The blues of the Blue Wave: The fissures BN and Perikatan cannot keep hiding - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 16 -- The celebration of a so-called "Blue Wave" sweeping Malaysian politics risks confusing electoral arithmetic with political cohesion. Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasio... Read More


Defend Malaysia's ports, but identify firms abusing transshipment, says maritime expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 16 -- Malaysia should firmly defend its reputation as a trusted trading and shipping hub while conducting thorough checks to identify companies that may be abusing its ports to circ... Read More


Low-budget art, high-budget virality: How a crude animated film captivated China (VIDEO)

BEIJING, Aug. 16 -- A tiny Chinese animated film made by just two people - and initially dismissed for its crude visuals - has unexpectedly become one of the country's most talked-about movies, with c... Read More


Diesel subsidy shake-up coming soon; govt promises simpler rules, family quota transfers, easier access

TAWAU, Aug. 16 -- Several improvements to the implementation of the targeted diesel subsidy system are being studied, with the government expected to announce them within the next one to two months, s... Read More


Woman punched, threatened in OUG parking row; KL police arrest three suspects with records (VIDEO)

PETALING JAYA, Aug. 16 -- Police have arrested three men after a woman reported being assaulted and threatened during an alleged illegal parking fee collection near the OUG community hall in Jalan Awa... Read More


Anwar signals key changes before Budget 2027, first announcements due Monday

MELAKA, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would soon announce several urgent changes that the government plans to implement before the tabling of Budget 2027 in early October.... Read More


Lisa apologises after Blackpink's 10th anniversary event draws fan backlash

SEOUL, Aug. 15 -- Blackpink's Lisa has issued a public apology to fans following widespread criticism over the group's 10th anniversary celebration, which many BLINKs described as poorly organised and... Read More