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Man spends close to RM3,000 to make life easier for aged dad

  By Patrick Beech   Netizens have praised a Malaysian for forking out close to RM3,000 to modify his car seat to make life easier for his aged father.  Identified as Mohd Irwan Shah on TikTok, the video showed how he modified his Perodua Myvi front passenger seat to make…

June 23, 2022Read More
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Google Doodle celebrates Malaysian Zoologist Dr. Lim Boon Liat

If you were busy scrolling through google as you searched for answers to questions like “Best Lunch Deals KL”, “Calendar App”, and “Locked Phone Password Recovery Method”, you may have noticed an adorable sketch in the place of the ever present Google Icon! Instead of the familiar Google in red,…

June 21, 2022Read More
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Asian Track Cycling Championships: Fadhil Zonis Rakes Silver Medal!

National track cycling rider, Muhammad Fadhil Mohd Zonis won the silver medal in the men’s 1 kilometer (km) time trial event at the Asian Track Cycling Championships in New Delhi, India, yesterday. The race which took place at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex Velodrome saw Muhammad Fadhil record a time…

June 21, 2022Read More
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2021 SPM Candidates Did Well Despite The Odds

by Patrick Beech   Despite the numerous challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, candidates for the 2021 Sijil Peperiksaan Malaysia (SPM) examination did better that their 2017 and 2018 counterparts.   According to Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Centre of Community Education and Wellbeing senior lecturer Dr Anuar Ahmad, this was evident…

June 17, 2022Read More
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Student Receives Modenas Kriss from NPC After Scoring 10A in SPM

BY: Michelle Liew   Despite having to share gadgets to review lessons online, the effort was worth it for Nur Tasnim Mohd Fadzli, 18, when she achieved 10A in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). Not only that, the student from Sekolah Menengah Agama (SMA) Daeratul Maarifil Wataniah (DMW), Kepala Batas, Penang…

June 16, 2022Read More
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Girl left alone in car, runs to stranger for help.

By: Patrick Beecham   Ashraff Ariff was going about his own business when a little girl, in tears, came running up to him from a car.   The incident took place in Taman Bukit Indah, Johor, recently.   According to a tweet from Ashraff, 44, after speaking to the girl,…

June 16, 2022Read More
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Sir David Attenborough to be appointed Knight Grand Cross for Contributions to Broadcasting and Conservation

The prolific broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough, is to officially be appointed a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George for services to television broadcasting and to conservation on Wednesday.   He first received the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St…

June 14, 2022Read More
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Man Proposes to Girlfriend – Right After Completing 21KM Marathon!

A 38-year-old contractor was the highlight of the 2022 Kota Kinabalu City Borneo Half Marathon recently when he got down on his knees and proposed to his girlfriend. Steven Lim, from Kuala Lumpur, did this at the finishing line of the 21km run. Steven and his fiancée, Leah, post-proposal. (Source:…

June 7, 2022Read More
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Eight-year-old World Record Holder Looks to Better Her Time

Not many can identify the different flags of the countries around the world, while most would even face problems with the states in Malaysia. However, for Anjana Rhea Ganeson, who is only eight-years-old, this comes as an easy feat. Recently, the Year Two student from SK Seri Selangor in Subang…

June 7, 2022Read More
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Chulio, the German Shepherd receives medal of appreciation from police force

Apart from being just adorable pets and companions, dogs have, for years, been involved in numerous rescue efforts, crime prevention and various other missions. Chulio, a five-year-old German Shepherd is certainly no stranger to danger and has been a key figure in the police force. Recently, the Batu Gajah district…

June 2, 2022Read More
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Autistic Form 5 Student from Sabah Wins Gold Medal in Brazil Art Festival

  By Michelle Liew   A Form Five student from Sabah has recently won a gold medal in Brazil’s International Competition and Festival of Arts “Ritmos Brasileiros” 2022.  Keningau Vocational College Sabah student, Alexius Ignatius, brought home a gold medal for his outstanding achievement in the animated storytelling category in the…

June 2, 2022Read More
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Who is the mysterious motorcyclist who helped USM graduate make it on time?

Soon after R. Kevin, the USM graduate who hitched a ride with a motorcyclist and made it to his graduation, social media was abuzz again. This time, netizens want to know the identity of the mysterious motorcyclist who helped Kevin. Netizens want to know who this Good Samaritan is. USM,…

May 25, 2022Read More
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Adopt A Furbaby from Ruff Love this Sunday!

BY: Michelle Liew   From left: Eric Chappell, Jenn Ngan, Gabrielle Geetha and Arman Haiderr. Animal rescue organisation Ruff Love will be holding its 10th pet adoption drive upcoming this Sunday on May 22 at Medan Damansara, with numerous cats and dogs looking for a loving forever home. Ruff Love…

May 20, 2022Read More
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Women should never give up, says climber who conquered Everest for the tenth time

Women can achieve anything they want to and this was proven recently by Lhakpa Sherpa who climbed Mount Everest for the 10th time. The 48-year-old Nepalese completed her recent climb, which was reported by her brother and confirmed by Nepalese officials – making her the first woman to accomplish it.…

May 19, 2022Read More
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TUDM tunai hasrat pejuang kanser 

Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia (TUDM) menunaikan impian remaja berusia 15 tahun, Muhammad Irfan Mikail Mohd Shukri yang menanam cita-cita menjadi juruterbang pesawat pejuang TUDM. Impiannya itu dizahirkan Friend of Childhood Cancer Northern (FOCCAN) yang menyampaikan hasrat ibu bapanya untuk memenuhi impian anak keempat mereka. Remaja itu disahkan oleh pegawai perubatan…

May 19, 2022Read More
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Malaysian Players Have Great Potential in Lifting Thomas Cup

By; Michelle Liew Malaysia has potential to perform well in the Thomas Cup and and is among the top four best teams in the tournament right now according to former men’s professional badminton player Koo Kien Keat. His confidence stems from the fact that young players played very well in…

May 9, 2022Read More
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V Yilamaran raih Perak di Sukan Deaflympic Brazil

Atlet karate pekak negara V Yilamaran menjadi wira negara apabila berjaya meraih pingat perak di final dalam acara Kumite 84 kilogram (kg) Sukan Deaflympic Brazil, di Caxias do Sul, Brazil, kelmarin. Dalam percubaan untuk meraih pingat emas Yilamaran, 22 tahun bagaimanapun tumpas di tangan atlet karate senior Ukraine, Makhno Oleksanr…

May 5, 2022Read More
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Special Education Teacher Battles Cancer and Channels Love for Baking with Hari Raya Biscuits

BY: Michelle Liew Deep interest in the field of bakery encourages this special education teacher to generate a side income every year before Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Despite suffering from stage two cancer, for Nor Liyana Abdullah, 38, it is not an obstacle to pursue her interest. She said that she…

April 18, 2022Read More
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Man Maintains Traditional Practice of Postcard Postage during Hari Raya

BY: Michelle Liew As the world of technology continues to grow, young Muhammad Azim Azizan, 24, still believes in the sentimental value of the practice of sending Hari Raya greeting cards by post, which is rarely done by young people these days. Muhammad Azim said, the practice has been a…

April 18, 2022Read More
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Footballer Darshen Ganasen Channels Passion and Vigour Both On and Off The Field

BY: Michelle Liew   Trying something new can be daunting and challenging and not many are willing to step out of their comfort zone, but Darshen Ganasen is one person that refuses to let boundaries dictate his path in life. At a young age, Darshen had always been passionate about…

April 14, 2022Read More
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Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Featured in the 100 World’s Best Public Figures in China

BY: Michelle Liew Kuala Lumpur World Trade Center (WTCKL) Group Managing Director, Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim, has received the honour of being featured in the World’s 100 Best Public Figures by The Contemporary World Press in China. The award was given in line with the appointment of Irmohizam, the…

March 24, 2022Read More
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“Ms Chonky”, the nasi-lemak loving dog wins hearts of netizens

A “nasi lemak loving” dog has since become a social media favourite after it became a regular at a roadside stall in Cyberjaya. The dog has become a regular “customer” at the stall and is fed free meals by the makcik who runs it. Recently, non-profit pet adoption site, My…

March 24, 2022Read More
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King and Queen congratulate national runner for her success on the world stage

  By Patrick Beech The King and Queen have expressed their pride and joy at the success of national athlete, Shereen Vallabouy, in bringing glory to Malaysia on the world stage. In a post on the official Istana Negara Facebook, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah…

March 17, 2022Read More
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Double joy as father, daughter receive graduation scrolls on the same day

  By Patrick Beech It was indeed a memorable moment for Izzati Khairunnisa Ismail, 32, when she received her degree scroll alongside her father at the Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) 33rd convocation recently. Izzati, an accounts supervisor, graduated with a Master of Science (Managerial Communication) while her father, Ismail Zakaria,…

March 16, 2022Read More
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Shuib terharu nama Siti Sarah diabadikan di Baitul Sakinah

Pelakon dan pelawak, Shuib meluahkan rasa terharu kerana hasrat arwah isterinya untuk menyiapkan sebuah dewan serbaguna buat anak-anak yatim dan penduduk di sekitar Baitul Sakinah As-Shariff akhirnya termakbul. Menurut Shuib, arwah isterinya pernah memberitahu ingin melihat dewan serba guna siap sebagai kemudahan khusus untuk anak yatim di tempat tersebut dan…

March 16, 2022Read More
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Man Travels Back from Work Daily to Take Care of Paralyzed Wife in the Name of Love

BY: Michelle Liew “My love for her will not fade and nothing is a burden to me”, said Kharudin Hamzah who had to commute from work to home every afternoon to ensure his wife’s needs were taken care of. Khairudin, 58, takes care of his wife, Hasmah Mohd Idrus, 55,…

February 22, 2022Read More
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Legendary Alleycats’ David does his part to promote Penang

Many of us grew up listening to the legendary Alleycats, one time led by brothers, Loganathan and Datuk David Arumugam. Recently, David returned to entertain his fans and also promote Penang with a new compilation album. “The Story: Pearl of the Orient” was produced by Persatuan Anak Seni Pulau Pinang…

January 31, 2022Read More
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Delivery riders help aunty get across busy street in Johor

Getting across a busy street is indeed no easy task, let alone if you are a senior citizen. Recently, two food delivery riders won the hearts of Malaysians when they were seen assisting an elderly aunty get across a busy road. The 25-second video was uploaded on Tik-Tok with the…

January 24, 2022Read More
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Bantu wanita bersalin dalam kereta sambil rai Thaipusam

Seorang wanita melalui detik cemas apabila terpaksa melahirkan bayi dalam kereta dengan dibantu sekumpulan penganut Hindu yang meraikan Thaipusam berhampiran Kuil Sri Subramaniya Swami, Batu Caves, Selangor. Peristiwa itu dikongsi seorang wartawan akhbar Tamil Makkal Ossai, LK Savantharaja menerusi Facebooknya hari ini, dengan menjelaskan turut berkesempatan membantu wanita itu. Menurut…

January 20, 2022Read More
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Jual Happy Box kutip dana bantu penghidap kanser

Di sebalik ujian penyakit kanser pangkal rahim yang dihidapi sejak 2019, wanita ini terus berjiwa besar berusaha mencari dana membantu pesakit kanser kanak-kanak menerusi penjualan Happy Box. Mengakui diri kini tidak boleh terlalu aktif berikutan sel kanser sudah merebak ke tulang, Pengarah Urusan Hungry Hantoo, Salina Abdullah, 52, menyifatkan ujian…

January 20, 2022Read More
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Woman Who Sheltered Disabled Beggar During Heavy Rain Praised as ‘Angel of the world’

BY: Michelle Liew The act of a woman in Kota Pekanbaru, Riau who sheltered a disabled beggar (OKU) during the heavy downpour touched the hearts of netizens after a snippet of the incident went viral online. Through a video uploaded on the Instagram page @dakwah.islami, the woman patiently shadowed the…

January 20, 2022Read More
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17-year-old Nur Batrisya Representing Malaysia in International Chess Tournament

BY: Michelle Liew   Playing at the international level and against elderly competitors in a chess tournament was no challenge for 17-year-old Nur Batrisya Wafa Mohsen, who is now representing Malaysia in Prague, Czech Republic. Accompanied by her mother, Wan Fatahhiyah Remli, 42, Batrisya is currently participating in the 20th…

January 17, 2022Read More
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Actress Tya Ariffin Honoured to be Named as Successful Individual in BritishPedia

BY: Michelle Liew After actress Che Puan Juliana Evans, actress and singer Tya Ariffin also followed in the footsteps of her when she was named one of the most successful individuals in Malaysia for the year 2021 published by BritishPedia. Despite the fact that she is not a Malaysian citizen…

January 13, 2022Read More
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Seven-year-old who’s skilled at making roti canai

How many of us have tried our hand at making roti canai before? The favourite local delicacy is not something easy to make, but for seven-year-old Yusra Azna Ruslin from Perlis, it is all in a day’s work. In a recent viral video, her father, Ruslin Meli, said she learned…

January 13, 2022Read More
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Foodpanda Rider Meets Kind Teacher, who Then Meets Another Kind Soul

A teacher went out of his way to send a Foodpanda rider who hit his car to the nearest hospital for treatment. Relating the incident on Facebook, Cikgu Tan said he was on his way to the Bentong Municipal Council when the rider hit him from behind due to faulty…

January 10, 2022Read More
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Malaysian Actress Listed in Britishpedia’s ‘Successful People in Malaysia’ 2021

BY: Michelle Liew Malaysian actress Che Puan Juliana Evans made history when she was listed as one of the most successful individuals in Malaysia by the Britishpedia encyclopedia published by British Publishing House, last year. Che’ Puan Juliana Sophie binti Johari Evans, 33, described it as one of the most…

January 6, 2022Read More
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First Malaysian Woman to Join World Acclaimed Spain-Based Cycling Team

A cyclist from Terengganu, Siti Nur Alia Mansor has become the first South-east Asian woman to join a professional world acclaimed cycling team. This after she recently signed on as a rider for Spain-based Canyon-SRAM Racing Team. According to reports, the 21-year-old will be the first and only national woman…

January 6, 2022Read More
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Bangladeshi Who Earns RM5k a Month, Sends RM4,500 Back Home

A foreigner working in Malaysia recently went viral after a video of him making up to RM5,00 a month found its way to TikTok. In the 74-second video, Md Shamim Ali, a Bangladeshi said he has been working here for five years and made RM5,400 in his last drawn salary.…

January 6, 2022Read More
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Ipoh-born Ping is Masterchef UK’s Champion of Champions

BY: Michelle Liew Masterchef UK had recently organised a special episode for the New Year by calling back some of their previous winners to battle it out to be the Champion of the Champions. Participating in that episode are some of the fan-favourite former winners, including Malaysian-born Ping Coombes. Ping was the champion…

January 5, 2022Read More
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Kidnaped Man Reunites with Family After 33 Years by Drawing Hometown from Memory

A man from China who was abducted more than 30 years ago was recently reunited with his biological mother after he drew a map of his childhood memory based on his memory. Reports in BBC News said Li Jingwei was just four-years-old when he was taken from his home and…

January 4, 2022Read More
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Man Presents Kind Family with USD500 for Buying Him Lunch

A video involving a social experiment has left viewers around the world in tears, with over six million views since it was posted just before Christmas. Uploaded by Instagram used @delightfulnews, a stranger is seen asking a family for some money to buy lunch as he allegedly forgot his wallet.…

January 3, 2022Read More
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Helping Flood Victims Recharge

While others were busy preparing food and handing out other kind of aid to the flood victims, one man decided to do something different. Realising the importance of keeping in touch with their loved ones during such trying times, he hitched a generator to his pickup to for residents in…

December 29, 2021Read More
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Nearly 200 Pets Rescued in Sri Muda Flood

BY: Michelle Liew Nearly 200 pets were rescued following the flood tragedy in Sri Muda, Shah Alam. According to the Exco of the Malaysian Veterinary Medicine Association, Dr Farina Mustaffa Kamal, all the animals suffered various injuries. “Some had broken legs, diarrhoea, vomiting, deep wounds, including those with internal diseases.…

December 28, 2021Read More
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20-Year-Old Struggling Girl Takes on “Parental Role” to Take Care of Four Younger Siblings

BY: Michelle Liew Nurfarra Asyikin Norazmi, 20, had to play the role of ‘mother and father’ to her four siblings aged 4 to 18 in Kampung Pasir Puteh Tualak, Kuala Nerang, Padang Terap, Nurfarra Asyikin lost her mother, Norhashimah Abdul Majid on June 23 after she separated from their father…

December 28, 2021Read More
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Canada Sets Record by Granting Permanent Resident Status to 400,000 Individuals

BY: Michelle Liew Canada set a record when it granted nearly 400,000 individuals’ permanent resident status in the country in 2021. This is the second time Canada has reached that number since its inception in 1897. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) confirmed the matter in a press release.…

December 27, 2021Read More
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Hulu Langat Flood Victims Seek Refuge on Surau Roof and Pray Through the Night

BY: Michelle Liew 100 residents of Taman Sri Nanding were chanting prayers when they were trapped for 12 hours on the roof of Surau Al Munir Taman Sri Nanding, last Saturday. Recalling the anxious moment, Zahrin Nordin, 66, vividly remembers the incident when he and his disabled wife and child…

December 27, 2021Read More
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Stronger Together: AsiaHeroes Volunteers Join Cleaning Efforts In Sri Muda

She rummaged through a soaked luggage bag filled with clothes that were salvaged, finally finding what she was looking for. Holding it tightly, her eyes glossed over, “I only need my wedding saree, amma (dear). You can get rid of the bag now.” — This past week, numerous stories, images…

December 27, 2021Read More
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Asia Heroes Appeal for More Volunteers for Massive Flood Cleanup

As flash floods continue to ravage the country, volunteer platform Asia Heroes was launched and is now appealing for more volunteers to assist with the flood cleanup, nationwide. Thousands of homes have been destroyed by the mud and sludge left behind as a result of these floods. By volunteering, you…

December 23, 2021Read More
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Flood Relief Efforts by FreeMakan Extends to Other Affected States

In response to the flash floods that have displaced the lives of thousands, FreeMakan, together with UPLIFT (Pertubuhan Bangkit) and the BAC Education Group, continues to deliver essential items to the victims. The Flood Relief Campaign was initially launched in efforts to help flood victims around the Klang Valley. The campaign now…

December 23, 2021Read More
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18 Hours in Traffic due to Flash Floods, Malaysians Band Together to Get Through Ordeal

Stuck in traffic for 18 hours due to the floods recently, a woman recounts how Malaysians came together to help each other in such troubled times. Niroshini Manickumar, a make-up artist shared on TikTok how she and her friend were heading to their last make-up booking session for the year…

December 23, 2021Read More
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Buffalo Saves Tortoise by Flipping it Over in Heartwarming Video

A recent video of a buffalo helping a fellow animal has captured the hearts of social media users. In the 15-second video posted by user “sanamkamran”, a water buffalo is seen trying to move something on the ground. Upon closer inspection, it can be seen that the animal was actually…

December 22, 2021Read More
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Harith Iskander and The Hope Branch Rescues Baby and Trapped Victims from Submerged Shophouse

BY: Michelle Liew Comedian and host, Harith Iskander who carried out rescue missions in several locations in the Klang Valley managed to remove the bodies of flood victims trapped in a house, yesterday. Through an Instagram post, Harith mentioned that he did the mission with the National Disaster Management Agency…

December 22, 2021Read More
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Gurdwara’s Cook up a Storm in Response to Worst Floods in “100-Years”

As the unrelenting rain over the last few days caused flash floods in several areas in Klang Valley, two Gurdwaras (place of assembly and worship for Sikhs) coordinated a massive operation to cook and deliver more than 50,000 meals in 3 days. Hearing the plight of the thousands stranded and…

December 22, 2021Read More
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Man Commutes 8km 3 Times Daily to Feed Pet Cats Amidst Devastating Flood

BY: Michelle Liew Animals are the heart of our ecosystem, and they deserve as much attention as we can offer. Be it wildlife animals or pets, animal lovers are devastated to see many starving, stranded and helpless animals as they become victims of the flood. A man is willing to…

December 21, 2021Read More
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FreeMakan Collaborates With Uplift & The BAC Education Group For Flood Relief

As floods decimate homes in Shah Alam and Klang, some residents recall the horror of watching their cars, homes and possessions sink into the unforgiving waters. More than 50,000 people have been displaced by the floods that have been dubbed the “worst in 100 years”. These floods were caused by…

December 21, 2021Read More
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Actress Julia Farhana Marin Urges People to Speak Up Against Sexual Harassment

BY: Michelle Liew Sexual harassment is not a trivial issue, instead it causes emotional and psychological trauma. Actress Julia Farhana Marin, 27, explained that verbal harassment is not to be excluded when it comes to defining what constitutes sexual harassment. Julia stated that the entertainment industry in Malaysia is male-dominated…

December 20, 2021Read More
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Man Goes Out of his Way to Save Cats Trapped in Floods

While the floods have brought destruction around the country, leaving many homeless, a man went out of his way to save six cats stuck in a flooded house. A video uploaded on Twitter showed the man in an inflatable boat saving the cats trapped in a house which was almost…

December 20, 2021Read More
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EPF Teams Up With 1MillionDevices to Provide Marginalised Children with Digital Devices

The Digital Infrastructure Department (DiD) of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has contributed RM2,000 towards 1MillionDevices.my, a platform aimed at  equipping every marginalised school-going child with a digital device. The handover took place last Friday, where EPF digital infrastructure digital technologies division manager Zubaidah Ishak lead a small delegation to witness…

December 20, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Filmmaker Nabs Silver at Tokyo Film Awards

At 21, young director Sanadtkumar Ganesan is making waves after winning silver for Best Feature Documentary at the Tokyo Film Awards in Japan. According to The Vibes, his documentary, Wanted: Shades Of Life Episode 2, featured Indian classical dance teacher and performer, Agnesmary Selvaraj, who is a Bharatanatyam or Indian…

December 9, 2021Read More
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China to Plant Belgium Sized Forest – Every Year

China aims to plant more than 36,000 square kilometres of brand new forest, yearly. That is roughly the size of Belgium! This will commence until 2025, to combat climate change and to protect natural habitats, as reported by Reuters. The report quoted a senior forestry official, saying that tree planting…

December 9, 2021Read More
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Malaysia Wins Best National Costume with ‘Ulek Mayang’ Folklore

Malaysia won the Best National Costume award at the Miss Grand International show held in Bangkok, Thailand recently. Miss Grand Malaysia, Lishalliny Kanaran, 24, stole the show with her design, featuring seven mannequins draped in gold and blue towering behind her. 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 to the 10 𝘽𝙀𝘼𝙐𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎 who received the highest…

December 7, 2021Read More
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WATCH: Video of Teacher Guiding Visually Impaired Student

For most of us, crossing a small drain is not a great feat, but what if you tried to do it with your eyes closed? Well, these small things we take for granted pose a daily challenge to those who are visually impaired as can be seen from this viral…

December 6, 2021Read More
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Giving Back To Society: 12 Sites Every Malaysian Should Know About

By Nurul Wan Faisal The past two years have been a challenging one for many, and as the year 2021 gradually comes to an end, we keep our fingers crossed for a better tomorrow for all. As we welcome in a new year in four weeks, let us start with…

December 3, 2021Read More
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National Powerlifter Secures Gold Medal at the World Powerlifting Championships

BY: Michelle Liew National powerlifting athlete, Bonnie Bunyau Gustin stunned the crowed when he won the gold medal in the 72-kilogram category at the 2021 World Powerlifting Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia, late last night. The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic champion swept the gold medal after lifting a staggering 210kg thus defending…

December 3, 2021Read More
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CRCM Launch Website, 12 Briefing Papers on Children Issues in Malaysia and Media Guide on Children

The Child Rights Coalition of Malaysia (CRCM), organized the programme “Children Before Everything: Time to Act”, where three important ceremonies took place. These were the launch of the CRCM Website, the Release of the Media Guide on Children and the launch of the 12 Briefing Papers on Children Issues in…

December 1, 2021Read More
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End Stigmatisation of Mental Health by Acting Now

A youth mental health book was launched yesterday by the Mind Matters Network, which is powered by the National Coalition for Mental Wellbeing Malaysia, at Brickfield Asia College (BAC) in Petaling Jaya. The handbook entitled, Youth Mental Health in Malaysia,  is co-authored by Dr Philip George, Dr Sabrina Fernandez and…

November 25, 2021Read More
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WATCH: Tears of Joy After Children Surprises Father with Watch he Always Wanted

BY: Michelle Liew As a child, it is our responsibility to make our parents happy because they have sacrificed so much for us. Of course, it is never easy to quantify the number of things they have done for us, but it is always heart-warming to be able to make…

November 24, 2021Read More
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10-Year-Old Girl’s Digital Hope Project to Help Underprivileged Kids

A 10-year-old girl has helped numerous students attend online classes by distributing 16 devices through her Digital Hope project. Thanuja Kumaran believes education is a basic right and “digital poverty” should not be an obstacle. Noticing her classmates struggling to cope with online classes, Thanuja embarked on her Digital Hope…

November 24, 2021Read More
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“Atok” is 68 and Going Strong as GrabFood Delivery Rider 

Age is just a number. Well, for 68-year-old “Atok”, working as a GrabFood delivery rider is all part of an honest day’s work. Recently, Malaysians were amazed when videos of “Atok” were shared on TikTok by user, Ashraff Danny, a Grabfood rider also. @danielashraf1370kisah sedih hari ni, aku buat grab…

November 23, 2021Read More
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Child Writer Now Part of Malaysia Guinness Book of Records

Krishh Haran Nair, the eight-year-old who recently made the news after donating proceeds from his book sales to charity is now part of the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR). He earned his spot for contributing the highest amount to a foundation through book sales as a child. He had earlier…

November 22, 2021Read More
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Delivery Rider Stops to Help Old Man after His Motorcycle Breaks Down

A Foodpanda rider has won praises after he was seen helping an uncle through traffic in Kepong after his motorcycle broke down. A netizen, Jully Yap recorded the incident about 2.30pm and posted it on her Facebook page.   VFN 5160 非常棒的一个panda mart骑士 见义勇为,义不容辞 陪一位摩托故障的老人家 一步一步推去维修 若是这位骑士耽误了送餐或order,敬请原谅 因为他刚做了一件很感人的举动 #KepongBaru Posted…

November 18, 2021Read More
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Malaysians in Awe of Japanese Students Speaking Fluent Malay

BY: Michelle Liew As Malaysians, we often feel very proud and excited when we gain acknowledgement or recognition from citizens of other countries, considering how small Malaysia is on the map. Moreover, as speakers of the Malay language, it is much more surprising and fascinating when we hear non-Malaysians speak…

November 17, 2021Read More
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HOMEVEST in Malaysia Book of Records after Offering Home Ownership To Employees

BY: Michelle Liew HOMEVEST is the first real estate company to offer a home ownership for employees (HOPE) program in Malaysia. Pursuant to its initiative, the well-known property investment, management and development company, has now been listed in the Malaysia Book of Records. For the record, the Malaysia Book of…

November 17, 2021Read More
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Gem of a Woman Sends Lost Wallet with RM3,000 Back to Owner

In these difficult times, it would surely be a bonus for anyone to find RM3,000. This is just what happened to Good Samaritan, Salina Sadik recently – who found a wallet filled with various denominations amounting to about RM3,000. According to the owner of the wallet, Traj, he lost his…

November 12, 2021Read More
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Farzana Hayani Inspires Malaysian Youth after Named Youngest Candidate at Melaka State Election

BY: Michelle Liew As the public are aware, the Melaka state election (PRN) will be held on November 20, and it is the first to be held after the Sabah state election, infamously known as the catalyst of our most deadliest Covid-19 (third) wave yet. However, the nomination process recently…

November 12, 2021Read More
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Indonesian Man Goes Viral After Writing Poem to Collect Debt from Friend

BY: Michelle Liew A man reportedly stole the attention of netizens for using a unique way to collect debts from his friend. The man was seen writing a poem to his friend as a reminder to immediately pay off the debt. Through a video clip uploaded on Tik Tok’s account…

November 10, 2021Read More
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Jaya Grocer Contributes RM330,000 to the FFS Food Aid Program, Pledges RM500,000 by Year End

Jaya Grocer has contributed more than RM330,000 in grocery essentials for over 4,200 food parcels to the Persatuan Makanan Ehsan (Free Food Society) food aid program since its inception in March 2021. FFS is a non-profit NGO which was incorporated in March 2021, with the aim of rendering help to…

November 9, 2021Read More
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£16 Billion Undersea Cable to Send Clean Energy from Morocco to the UK

Former Tesco chief executive Sir Dave Lewis is behind the move to build the world’s longest undersea electric cable, stretching 3,800km, to power more than 7 million British homes. His startup Xlinks, is proposing to build the £16 billion (RM90 billion) Morocco-UK link in less than 10 years. According to…

November 9, 2021Read More
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Quick Acting Delivery Man Saves Puppy from Near Death Situation

A quick-thinking delivery man in China recently saved a puppy from potential death. Reports in South China Morning Post said the puppy had initially entered the lift on its own, with its leash in tow. The leash then got snagged in the lift door and as it began to move,…

November 8, 2021Read More
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Missing Teenage Girl in Danger Found after She Used Hand Signs

A 16-year-old girl who was reported missing in the United States was found after she used hand signals to show a driver she was in danger. The driver recognised the hand signals and called 911 after he also noticed that the teenager appeared to be in distress. Her hand signals…

November 8, 2021Read More
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Daughter Buys a Ring for her Mother who Sold Jewelry for Family

A mother’s sacrifice for her children has no end. This was exactly the case with Salamah Sudin, 65, who took on two jobs to make ends meet after losing her husband in an accident in 1995. According to her daughter, Norhayati Nordin, 27, her mother used to work in a…

November 8, 2021Read More
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21-year-old ‘Butterfly Warrior’ Receives Love From Uncle Aquaman

  By Jenny Ching Yen Jee   A 21-year old strong survivor of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), Marky Jaquez, received a heart-warming video from one of his favorite actors, Jason Momoa.  Marky suffers from a debilitating skin condition known, EB, also commonly known as “butterfly skin”, a type of inherited skin condition where…

November 5, 2021Read More
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UPLIFT’s 1MillionDevices Bridging The Gap In Digital Divide

  By Lim Su Yie (BAC Apprentice)   The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to adjust to a new normal. Many of our everyday routines have shifted to survival mode. Certainly, it has laid bare deep inequities in our society, particularly with regards to access to quality education. While many…

November 1, 2021Read More
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Ain Husniza to Speak at Unicef Conference on Children’s Rights

The 17-year-old outspoken student Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam has been invited to speak at the United Nations Children’s Fund, Inspire Conference. Ain made headlines for releasing a video on TikTok speaking up against her teacher who made rape jokes in class, also started the online #MakeSchoolASaferPlace movement. She will speak…

October 28, 2021Read More
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4 Siblings Who Share a Device for PDPR, Among Tablet Recipients from 1MillionDevices

Last Friday, Team UPLIFT continued their mission through the 1MillionDevices campaign. On 22nd October 2021, a group of students from the BAC Apprenticeship program together with GoodNews set out to help distribute digital devices to students who had their education disrupted without the access to one. 1MillionDevices by UPLIFT is…

October 26, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Police Have Appreciation Ceremony for Drug-Busting Labrador

Police in Pulau Langkawi recently held an appreciation ceremony for their Labrador for the canine’s help in catching a drug dealer. In a Facebook post, the police said “Black” uncovered a suspect’s hidden drugs worth RM7,584 during a raid. Police had raided the dealer’s house in Kampung Kelibang and nabbed…

October 26, 2021Read More
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Teacher from Ipoh Wins Global Teacher Award

A Chemistry teacher from SMK Ave Maria Convent in Ipoh recently did the nation proud by winning the Global Teacher Award 2021. V.Komathy, 38, a mother of three, has been a teacher for 14 years and received the good news via email from the organisers, AKS Education. She received the…

October 26, 2021Read More
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WATCH: GrabFood Rider Wins Hearts After Helping Blind Pedestrian Cross the Street

BY: Michelle Liew A small act of kindness goes a long way. Recently, a video went viral after showing a GrabFoood rider’s compassion in helping a blind pedestrian cross the street. Recorded by a car driver at Masjid Lama Batu 6 in Gombak, the video shows a blind man with…

October 20, 2021Read More
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Coldplay’s Upcoming Eco-Friendly Tour will Actually be Powered by Their Fans

British rock band Coldplay’s next tour, will be eco-friendly and will feature a kinetic dancefloor that that generates electricity when fans jump up and down. The band has always been progressive, not only with their music but by devotion for sustainability. GoodNews had earlier run a story where the band…

October 20, 2021Read More
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Father Who Sold Motorcycle to Pay for Daughter’s Studies Gets Wonderful Birthday Surprise

Five years ago, Wan Razali Wan Mohd from Dungun sold his motorcycle to pay for his daughter, Wan Nuraisyah’s studies. The motorcycle was very special to him as it was given to him by his late wife, Lujaini Umat @ Bidin. However, on his recent 58th birthday, Wan Razali received…

October 20, 2021Read More
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Malaysians Must Continue to Support Malaysian Badminton Squad Despite Setbacks

BY: Michelle Liew The Thomas Cup has ended with Indonesia defeating the reigning champions China to claim the cup once again after 19 years. Team Indonesia had defeated Malaysia  during the quarterfinals 3-0, before defeating the host Denmark 3-1 to reach the finals. The Malaysian squad has shown impeccable performance…

October 20, 2021Read More
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National Badminton Squad Breeze Through Quarterfinals, to Face Rivals Indonesia

BY: Michelle Liew The national badminton squad has been drawn to meet its traditional rivals, Indonesia, in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup in Aarhus, Denmark today. Malaysia advanced to the next round as runners-up in Group D, behind Japan as the Group D champions with a 4-1 victory in…

October 15, 2021Read More
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Douglas Lim Helps Woman Reunite with Her Family in Miri, Sarawak

BY: Michelle Liew Family is perhaps one of the most important things in life and no matter what. Due to expensive flight tickets, a woman and her family have not been able to go back to their hometown in Miri, Sarawak for the past six years. The mother of four…

October 14, 2021Read More
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Four Malaysian Women Emerge as Winners in Britain’s Women of the Future Awards

Four Malaysian women did their nation proud when they emerged winners of Britain’s Women of the Future Awards (South-East Asia) 2021. According to their respective categories, the winners are Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) astrophysicist Assoc Prof Dr Nur Adlyka Ainul Anuar (Science, Technology & Digital), Asia Green Group executive director…

October 14, 2021Read More
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Pandelela: Still Not Accustomed to Being Known as “Datuk”

“It is awkward!” That was the  spontaneous reaction expressed by the country’s diving queen Pandelela Rinong Pamg on news she will be receiving her Datukship. Pandelela was carved into history by clinching Malaysia’s first-ever gold medal in the Diving World Cup, in May. Despite its awkwardness, the 28 -year -old…

October 11, 2021Read More
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Malay Man Sings Cantonese Song to Cheer Up Chinese Elderly Patient

In the true Malaysian spirit of multi-racialism, a Malay man recently became a social media sensation for a very small, simple act of kindness. To cheer up a fellow patient, who was an elderly Chinese man, he not only sang him a popular Cantonese song, but also offered to pray…

October 11, 2021Read More
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This World Mental Health Day, Let’s Get Through Stress Together

Every October 10 is World Mental Health Day. This year, the day is an important reminder that we need to do more for each other in combating the stress of the Covid19 Pandemic that has swept the globe for the last two years. The overall objective of World Mental Health…

October 10, 2021Read More
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9-Year-Old Raises Money to Diversify Library Books at Her School

  Young Emi Kim from Utah decided that she wanted to do her part to make the world a better place. Upon being asked by her mother and aunty, how she would like to make a difference in the world, the 9-year-old stated that she wanted to help stop racism.…

October 8, 2021Read More
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Man Goes Viral After Surprising J&T Delivery Rider with New Pair of Shoes

BY: Michelle Liew Many of us have been anticipating package deliveries on a daily, if not weekly basis ever since the implementation of restrictions for certain sectors. With that, those working in the logistics and delivery industry have worked hard to ensure our packages are delivered to our doorstep swiftly…

October 8, 2021Read More
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Raise a Purple Flag if you have Something to Donate to the Needy

Earlier, Malaysians in need were urged to raise a white flag to seek assistance during these difficult times following the Covid-19 pandemic. Soon after, the red flag campaign was mooted by animal associations to support pet owners care for their furry friends. And now, local charity platform, KitaJaga.co has introduced…

October 8, 2021Read More
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Local Businesses Shine Light on Disrupted Weddings

BY: Michelle Liew With more and more sectors resuming operation, many are still hopeful that the pandemic woes will be put to rest and that liveliness will be restored as soon as possible. While places such as the zoo and parks have reopened to the public, there is still little…

October 5, 2021Read More
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Man Returns Trash to Car Owner Who Dumped it out Window

This is probably something many of us wanted to do on numerous occasions, but were worried about the consequences. Facebook user, Wan Johan Ariff was about to enter town around 6pm and was caught in a bad traffic jam. He also said he had yet to have lunch, so we…

October 5, 2021Read More
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Malaysian-born Actor Christopher Lee Bags Golden Bell Award for HBO Asia’s Workers

BY: Michelle Liew Malaysian born actor Christopher Lee has won Best Actor in a Mini-series or Television Film trophy at the Golden Bell Awards held in Taipei on Saturday for his performance in the well-known series Workers. The prestigious television awards show is Taiwan’s equivalent of the Emmys, and this…

October 4, 2021Read More
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Model Walks Runway with Insulin Pump on Display

  Kate Moss’s daughter, 19-year-old Lila Moss, made headlines this week after walking in the Fendi x Versace fashion show, during Milan Fashion Week.   The young model fiercely took to the catwalk, in a one-piece white and gold swimsuit, matching jacket, and bag. However, she also sported another important…

October 1, 2021Read More
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Food Panda Rider Earns PhD After Working and Studying at the Same Time

If there is a will, there is a way. Well, for this Food Panda rider, his will was strong enough to drive him to complete his PhD amid all the struggles. Mohd Akmal, a Food Panda rider from Bandar Indera Mahkota, Kuantan recently shared photographs of him and his doctoral…

October 1, 2021Read More
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MIRM Gave me a Chance to Expand my Skills

Suhan Ganapathe lives with 90% blindness, yet still managed to earn his Arts Degree and is now working as a Graphic Designer for the Make It Right Movement (MIRM). MIRM, collaborates with over 250 national and global partners – governmental and non-government organisations and social enterprises – in championing worthy…

October 1, 2021Read More
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What Makes me Love MIRM?

BY: Carol Audrey Paul The feeling is unmistakable as you enter the premises of Brickfields Asia College in Petaling Jaya and pass by the iconic circle in the middle of VSQ and make your way to the elevators. You can’t help but feel inspired. Concrete floors, KFC takeout’s, long queues…

September 30, 2021Read More
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11-Year-Old Malaysian Wins 3 Awards At International Competition & Gains International Praise

  By Tan Yew Kit (BAC Apprentice)    A young inventor, Maryam Muzamir, a Year 5 student from SK (P) Methodist in Kuantan, Pahang has recently won 3 international awards for her breakthrough invention, the YAM 2.0, which is a creation of livestock feed made from crustacean shells.     Maryam & her breakthrough invention YAM…

September 30, 2021Read More
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Speaking Through Design

Subramaniam Loganadan was born on 20 February 1991, in Johor Bahru. Unfortunately when he was about to be born, there was no doctor in the hospital, which resulted in a delayed birth. That caused a lack of oxygen which caused him to be born with Cerebral Palsy (CP). Living with…

September 29, 2021Read More
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Shoon Fatt Biscuits Donate 3,184 Packets of its Famous Cheese Crackers to FreeMakan

Biscuit maker Shoon Fatt Biscuit & Confectionery Factory Sdn Bhd has donated 3,184 packets of its famous Cheese Crackers to FreeMakan.Com, as part of its CSR initiative. The RM16k donation helped FreeMakan fill up their food packs with the delicious biscuits. Founder Loo Yen Chan and CEO CK Loo told…

September 22, 2021Read More
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Puppy Abducted and Held Captive by Monkey, Rescued

Malaysians got together recently to rescue a puppy which had apparently been “abducted” by a monkey in the Seri Kembangan neighbourhood. Photographs of the monkey climbing utility poles with the puppy went viral, creating concern among residents over the welfare of the puppy. Residents took to Facebook and shared photographs…

September 22, 2021Read More
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This Bicycle Library Helps Residents Build Their Confidence in Cycling

BY: Michelle Liew With the issue of climate change being at the centre of attention, many cities have opted for much greener habits in a bid to shed some light in ways to tackle such issues. London is an example of a city which has been incorporating greener options such…

September 21, 2021Read More
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British Amputee Completes 13-hour Crawl to Reach Snowdon Summit

BY: Michelle Liew A man hailing from England, who has had both his leg amputated has completed a staggering 13-hour crawl to the summit of Snowdon. Paul Ellis, aged 56, is native to Widnes, Cheshire, was ecstatic to be able to complete the nine-mile (14.5km) journey. He has raised more…

September 14, 2021Read More
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Defying the Odds: How having Comorbidities Fails to Deter this Designer

“Keep standing out”. For Valerie Chai, 34, living by that statement has not come without a series of challenges. She became a Persons with Disabilities (OKU) 5 years ago. She had Leukemia at 6, Achilles Tendinitis at 18, gout & diabetes at 25, stroke at 28 & other complications. Despite…

September 14, 2021Read More
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Meet The 4 Malaysians Behind the New National COVID-19 Statistics Website

A new website has been launched by the Ministry of Health (MoH), COVIDNOW, which creates charts and visuals that are easier for the public to understand, from raw data. The website also allows the public to monitor the COVID-19 situation in Malaysia in a very scrutinised manner. A group of…

September 13, 2021Read More
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11-year-old Inventor Secures Three International Awards in Canada

BY: Michelle Liew The pandemic gave time and way for many to learn new things and due to shortages and shops closing down, some would even have to take the time to come up with new solutions to replace the old. This young schoolgirl, on the other hand, managed to…

September 10, 2021Read More
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Well-loved PJ Porridge Stall Stood the Test of Time – Becomes Booming Home Business

About 10 years ago in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, nestled a down-home porridge stall that acted as a firm fixture and a neighbourhood favourite, for citizens of the area. For a good 30 years, Lester Koh Thin Hoong, operated and ran the popular porridge stall known as Hoong Kee Seafood Porridge.…

September 9, 2021Read More
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Visually Impaired Sabahans ‘The Trio’ Win 1st Place in USA International Youth Music Competition

“Being Disabled should not mean being disqualified from having access to every aspect of life.” – Emma Thompson   Three visually impaired youngsters from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah – beat the odds, when they won first place in the International Youth Music Competition (IYMC), under the Folk, Ethnic, Traditional, World Music…

September 9, 2021Read More
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BAC & Socso Team Up to Save Jobs, Support Workers, Protect Livelihoods

SOCSO and BAC Education Group, recently teamed up to launch MYFutureJobs Virtual Centre (MFJ VC) on August 21st, 2021, via the jobs4all.my website. This virtual centre aspires to support jobseekers with free careers, training and employment advice and assistance. Socso chief executive officer Datuk Seri Dr Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed…

September 6, 2021Read More
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Dad Shaves Off Hair in Solidarity with 3-Year-Old Son 

Parental love knows no bounds and there are many real-life stories, both painful and heartwarming to prove this. Recently, a Facebook post went viral of a father in Johor Bahru who had the painful task to having to witness his three-year-old son going in and out hospital. 今天陪儿子剃光头 知道剃出来很难看 但是没关系…

September 6, 2021Read More
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Long-jumper Abdul Latif Romly Bags Malaysia’s Third Gold in Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

BY: Michelle Liew National paralympic long jump champion Abdul Latif Romly has secured Malaysia’s third gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. He did not let his earlier injury deter his performance and won the long jump T20 (intellectual impairment) with a distance of 7.45m. This is Abdul Latif’s…

September 5, 2021Read More
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Malaysia’s Cheah Liek Hou Secures Historical Gold Medal in First-Ever Paralympics Badminton Tournament

By: Michelle Liew National shuttler Cheah Liek Hou has just secured Malaysia’s second gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games on September 4.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Datuk Wira Lee Chong Wei (@leechongweiofficial) This is the first-time badminton is being contested at…

September 5, 2021Read More
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CovidFund.my Raises Over RM 420,000 to Help Frontliners & Hospitals Fight Covid-19

CovidFund.my was set up in August 2021 by BAC Education and its CSR arm, the Make it Right Movement, working in partnership with Rotary District 3300 and Yayasan Kelab-Kelab Rotary Malaysia. It was a timely move, as Malaysia reported a record 24,599 new cases on Aug 26, the highest number…

September 4, 2021Read More
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Visually Impaired Sprinter at the Tokyo Paralympics was Met with a Surprise!

After completing her 200-meter race, visually impaired Paralympian, Keula Nidreia Pereira Semedo of Cape Verde, was met with a big surprise from her running guide.   As Semedo came in fourth in the race, her running guide, Manuel Antonio Vaz da Vega, immediately got down on one knee and pulled…

September 3, 2021Read More
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You Will Always be our Champion, Ziyad

He may have been disqualified despite his stunning performance, but for Malaysians, Paralympian Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli will always be a champion. Just after clinching the gold medal in the shot-put event, he was disqualified on technical grounds, a decision Malaysia appealed but was rejected by the World Para Athletics (WPA).…

September 2, 2021Read More
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Malaysia’s Chan Wei Lun Secures Silver Medal in Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

BY: Michelle Liew With the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics underway, the Malaysian contingent has shown impeccable performances throughout. Adding on the list is national Boccia champion Chew Wen Lun, who clinched Malaysia’s third medal in prestigious sporting event, bringing home a silver medal. During the exciting final of the Boccia mixed…

September 2, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Siblings Raise Funds to Educate Poverty-Stricken Children

The rampant spread of Covid-19 in Malaysia has forced everyone into their homes and confined them to the same walls, routines, and people. While these lockdowns and restrictions have been driving some Malaysians up the wall, others are making the most out of this situation and coming up with creative…

August 27, 2021Read More
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London Restaurant Surprises Visually Impaired Customer with Birthday Message in Braille

This month, Natalie Te Paa got the shock of her life when she went to dine at Luciano by Gino D’Acampo in London, for her birthday. Upon learning that it was Te Paa’s birthday, the restaurant went to great lengths to write a ‘Happy Birthday’ message for her, in braille.…

August 27, 2021Read More
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FreeMakan Provides Over 2 Million Meals to 85,000 People

Launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, FreeMakan.com is a BAC Food Bank initiative dedicated to eradicating food poverty in Malaysia by providing dry rations and cooked food to people struggling with hunger and food insecurity. The initiative’s goal was to raise RM1.5 million to feed 30,000 families, although it…

August 26, 2021Read More
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She is Only 10, but Already a Skillful Seamstress

For most of us, getting thread through the head of a needle is already a near impossible task, but not for this 10-year-old who is already churning out personal protective equipment (PPE) for frontliners. Nur Afia Qistina Zamzuri from Kuala Pilah in Negeri Sembilan is already a skillful tailor. After…

August 25, 2021Read More
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Two Friends Have Launched an App to Help Freelancers Gain Side Income

BY: Michelle Liew It is common knowledge that many people have been losing their jobs since the start of the pandemic. Due to major restraints and travel restrictions, the country’s economy was affected due to the Movement Control Order (MCO) in a bid to reduce the spread of Covid-19. Many…

August 20, 2021Read More
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Police Saves Kids who were Almost Swept Away by the Klang River

Hats off to PDRM for their swift action in saving three children who could have been swept away by heavy currents in the Klang River. The children had apparently gone to the river recently to fish and later got stuck and were unable to get out. Several traffic policemen who…

August 20, 2021Read More
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Malaysian-based Teen Becomes Youngest World Youth Ambassador for the Noah’s Ark Foundation in South Africa

Jarvis Talwar is a 13-year-old boy from Uttarakhand India, who moved with his family to Malaysia about seven years ago. Currently studying at the Global India International School, Jarvis speaks fluent English, Hindi, Punjabi and is quite well-versed in French. During his free time, he enjoys volunteering, participating in charity…

August 20, 2021Read More
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Polish Olympian May Have Won Silver but Has a Heart of Gold

The Polish javelin thrower Maria Andrejczyk won a silver medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games this year. Despite training since high school to achieve this dream, this goal – something else mattered more to her. The Olympian auctioned off her silver medal to give Miłoszek Małysa, an 8-month-year-old baby boy,…

August 20, 2021Read More
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Bonnie Gustin and Siti Nooriasah Will Bear the Jalur Gemilang at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

BY: Michelle Liew National powerlifting champion, Bonnie Bunyau Gustin and athlete Siti Nooriasah Mohamad Ariffin were chosen as the bearers of the Jalur Gemilang for the opening ceremony of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo which will commence on 24 August. Malaysian Paralympic Council (MPM) president Datuk Seri Megat D…

August 19, 2021Read More
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Kind Samaritan Builds Stray Cat a Home in Subang Jaya

Time and again we have heard of those who go out of their way to feed strays and many doing their best to find these animals a home. This time, a kind Samaritan who did not want to let a stray cat be subjected to the heat and rain decided…

August 19, 2021Read More
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Doctor Celebrates Elderly Patient’s Recovery from COVID-19

BY: Michelle Liew We have seen many cases where people contracted COVID-19 but lack of stories as to how these patients overcome the virus. Recently, a doctor working at a hospital in Kuala Lumpur took the liberty to share a story of how an elderly patient of hers made full…

August 19, 2021Read More
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Rail to Refuge: Hope for UK’s Victims of Domestic Violence

The pandemic has shaken the ground beneath our feet and has turned the world upside down. With such significant and heart-breaking changes affecting the lives of everyone around the globe, more prominence is being given to coping with the destruction of Covid-19. Thus, it has been easy to forget and…

August 17, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Secures Job in Tesla as Robotic Instructor

BY: Michelle Liew If there is a principle that Malaysians tend to live by, it is to never forget your humble beginnings. Fakhirah Khairuddin, an alumni of MARA Junior Science College (MRSM), recently had her success celebrated on social media as she landed a job at Tesla after pursuing her…

August 13, 2021Read More
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: From Chopsticks To Furniture

By BAC Apprentices: Deborah Maria Adison Pillai, Ng Woei Yan, David Ranil Nyanapragasam, Teh I-Vern & Tsen Jun Rong   “Bungkus” or “tapao”. Probably, the most universal words used in Malaysia. We say it whenever we want to take away food from restaurants or hawker stalls. Needless to say, taking…

August 13, 2021Read More
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By The Youth, For The Youth – Raising A Generation Of Proactive Content Creators

By Aaron Patrick While some of the first impressions adults have of youths, are that they can be indolent, laid-back, or only like to have fun, this particular group of youngsters have been productively making the most of this pandemic season. How? By creating and curating relevant content! Meet YOUth News Official, a multimedia project run by the youth, for the youth,…

August 13, 2021Read More
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Cancer Surviving Pre-schoolers Reunite After Weeks Apart

Early this year, Payson Altice and Mack Porter met at the Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Sadly, both the three-year-old toddlers, were fighting for their lives as they battled cancer. Mack was diagnosed with Stage 3 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma and Payson was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Due to the…

August 13, 2021Read More
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Jamaican Gold Medalist Tracks Down Woman Who Helped Him With Cab Fare Once

A simple act of kindness can go a long way and often, come back to you in unexpected ways. Olympic 110m hurdler, Hansle Parchment from Jamaica almost missed his semi-finals after the took a wrong bus and ended up at the rowing venue in Tokyo recently. He was left stranded…

August 12, 2021Read More
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Netizens Amused at Viral Video Showcasing Children Acting as Olympic Athletes

BY: Michelle Liew The prestigious sporting event, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, has officially closed its veil spectacularly after three weeks. Team Malaysia secured its silver and bronze medal through cycling and badminton, bringing joy to our fellow countrymen nationwide. The Olympics is perhaps the most important sporting event globally. A…

August 11, 2021Read More
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A Bidayuh Artist’s Courageous Struggle To Empower Indigenous Lives

In the previous feature, we caught a glimpse into the life of Shaq Koyok, an Orang Asli artist and activist, living in Peninsular Malaysia. Now, let’s journey to the vast, beautiful lands of East Malaysia, where so many aspects of our culture and heritage intersect. — Kendy Mitot, a wildly…

August 9, 2021Read More
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Messages On A Canvas: An Orang Asli Artist’s Inspiring Journey

Imagine a childhood where you grew up amongst the plants and animals that live within our luscious, dense forests, making them part of your daily life. As if you, the sacred forest and the beings within it are one and the same… This recurring dream I have is very much…

August 9, 2021Read More
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Nasi Lemak Amsterdam anyone?

Nasi Lemak has long been a favourite for Malaysians, especially for breakfast. Recently, this local delicacy has also been winning over the taste buds of the Dutch after a Malaysian introduced Nasi Lemak in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Malaysian-born, Solehan Manger-Ramli, 44, from Penang moved to Netherlands after marrying Jan-Willem Manger. Her…

August 6, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Cyclists Azizulhasni and Shah Firdaus Makes it Through Challenging Third Round

BY: Michelle Liew National track cyclists, Datuk Azizulhasni Awang and Muhammad Shah Firdaus each managed to secure tickets to the third round of the men’s individual sprint event at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo yesterday. The two riders, however, had to go through a difficult route when competing in…

August 5, 2021Read More
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Sarawakian Comes to the Aid of Pregnant Woman in Johor with Rare Blood Group

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, blood banks at hospitals around the country have reportedly been running low on supply. Fears of the virus have forced many donors to stay away. Recently the Blood Bank Hospital Umum Sarawak said it was an uphill task to find those with the…

August 4, 2021Read More
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Young Malaysian Athletes Carving a Name for Themselves

The Tokyo Olympic Games are currently in full swing! Despite the raging pandemic, 30 Malaysian athletes are competing, or have already competed in 27 events across 10 sports, hoping to clinch some medals for the country. Amongst these dedicated athletes include Farah Ann Abdul Hadi, Lee Zii Jia, Leong Mun…

August 2, 2021Read More
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“Do not be sad” PM tells Nur Dhabitah

Though national women’s diver, Nur Dhabitah Sabri did not make it to the medal podium at the Olympics, she certainly won the hearts and admiration of all Malaysians. She placed fourth recently in the women’s 3m individual springboard final at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, which was won by China’s…

August 2, 2021Read More
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First Young Black Female Duo Wins Prestigious Harvard International Debate Competition

Emani Stanton, 17, and Jayla Jackson, 16, made history at the recent Harvard International debate competition. Every summer, Harvard hosts a debate competition for students around the world to participate. Over the last four years, the Atlanta-based, Harvard Debate Council Diversity Project has been recruiting and training Black youth, so…

August 2, 2021Read More
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Aaron-Wooi Yik Smash Their Way To A Bronze Medal in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

As the country continues its battle against Covid-19, Malaysians all over could really use some good news..  Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik delivered exactly that by claiming Malaysia’s first medal in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics! The pair beat top seeds Mohammad Ahsan-Hendra Setiawan (Indonesia) 17-21, 21-17, 21-14 at the…

July 31, 2021Read More
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Paralysed Scholar Wins Dream Home By PropertyGuru

When Malaysia’s No. 1 property website, PropertyGuru, launched its ‘Home Giveaway’ Contest months ago, they asked Malaysians to nominate someone, or deserving families who were in need of a home. The winner would eventually win a brand new, fully-furnished freehold home.  With over 1000 nominations sent in, PropertyGuru shortlisted 5 Malaysians, all…

July 28, 2021Read More
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Fast Thinking Cops Use String from Facemask to Tie New Born’s Umbilical Cord

Face-masks have over the last two-years become a must-have item and something you should never leave behind. Well, apart from helping to protect us from viruses, policemen in Kota Kinabalu recently found another really amazing use for it. A pregnant woman was on a boat, being rushed from Kampung Lok…

July 27, 2021Read More
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Comvita Malaysia Pledges to Donate 15% of Online Sales to FreeMakan

Comvita Malaysia, the world’s #1 UMF™-certified Manuka honey company from New Zealand, has kickstarted a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme to help fight the hunger crisis rampant within Malaysia’s marginalised communities. Having donated RM10,000 to FreeMakan, Comvita Malaysia has also pledged to channel 15% of its online sales, between 25th…

July 27, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Singer-Songwriter Steps In To Volunteer at Vaccination Centre

The Covid-19 situation in Malaysia stubbornly refuses to ameliorate. As of 19th July 2021, Malaysia ranks around 32nd place, on a global scale, in terms of the number of active cases. This is bad. On the bright side, Malaysia ranks 4th highest in the global vaccination rate! With nearly 545…

July 26, 2021Read More
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Saved by Her Identical Twin – Twice Over

Twins often share a special bond, one that is unlike any other typical sibling connection. This is no exception for Billie Jo Rose and Bobbie Jo Sullivan from Illinois, who are identical twins. Sullivan has come to her sister’s aid on a couple of noteworthy occasions, saving her from life-changing…

July 26, 2021Read More
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Ex-GM of Five-Star Hotel Refuses to Quit and Continues to Fight On

Gordon Seet from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah was a hotelier and rose from the ranks over 20 years to become the general manager of a five-star hotel. He used to head an organisation which represented about 100 hotels, with its employees running into the thousands. However, like many others, he was…

July 26, 2021Read More
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Covid-19’s Killer Queen- Meet Dame Sarah Gilbert

How many of us have heard of Dame Sarah Gilbert? The lead researcher of the team behind the Oxford Vaccine, a.k.a. AstraZeneca or AZ, was shown to be a dedicated and passionate woman of science… and humanity.   The Woman Behind The Vaccine: Dame Sarah Gilbert, Lead Researcher of the…

July 23, 2021Read More
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Bee Bus Stops – Creating A Buzz

The worldwide bee colony collapse has been a concerning issue for a few years now but has only recently gained the wide-reaching attention it needs, to implement solutions and protect the remaining bees. Scientists claim that the occurrence is not as mysterious as it seems and have taken the liberty…

July 22, 2021Read More
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Pandemic Sparks a “Backyard Fence” Friendship Between a Centenarian and a Toddler

BY: Michelle Liew While the pandemic has been generating tough times for many, it is quite the opposite for 2-year-old Benjamin Olson as the young boy from Minnesota has found his first best friend. To make it even more wholesome, his new-found best friend his centenarian Mary O’Neil, who will…

July 21, 2021Read More
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Elderly Couple Earn Living by Selling Used Golf Balls for Last 25 Years

For those who frequently pass the Tiara Golf and Country Club in Ayer Keroh, Malacca, they may have noticed 66-year-old Jaapar Leman and his wife. Jaapar, a former soldier has been selling used golf balls at a road shoulder there for the last 25 years. “This is my only source…

July 21, 2021Read More
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19-year-old Blind Teen Breaks Barriers with Stellar Achievements

BY: Michelle Liew While some people may struggle to achieve their dreams, “giving up” is not part of Hari Roberts’ vocabulary. The teenager from Anglesey, Wales, has a knack for taking people by surprise. The 19-year-old Welsh was born with Leber Congenital Amaurosis and has been blind since birth. Despite…

July 20, 2021Read More
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Asam Laksa Stall in PJ Delivers Food for Free to Elderly Man in Sungai Buloh

BY: Michelle Liew It is no strange fact that people have been struggling since the imposition of the various Movement Control Orders (MCO) since last year. There are many that have been out of employment and received a hard blow. However, the glimpse of hope that is tying everyone together…

July 19, 2021Read More
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Frontliners Sing and Dance with Residents after Two-Week EMCO Ends

In a truly touching and heartwarming scene, residents and frontliners celebrated together to make the end of the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) at the Sri Ayu flats in Bandar Baru Bangi in Selangor recently. Videos and photographs of the happy event were shared on the Hulu Langat Information Office…

July 16, 2021Read More
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Single Mother Chips in to do Her Part to Help Villagers in Need

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to rage on, more caring Malaysians are going out of their way to help others in need. Among them is Normah Ibrahim, 63, from Kampung Gelung Bubu in Kepala Batas. Hearing that some of villagers had run out of food, she decided to initiate a…

July 14, 2021Read More
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Food Panda Riders and Postman Swing into Action to Help Change Flat Tyre

Several Food Panda riders and a postman quickly jumped in without any hesitation to help a woman who had a puncture recently. Siti Amina Musa said the Food Panda riders realised that the tyre of her 4WD was flat and alerted her about it. After she stopped by the side…

July 12, 2021Read More
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Man in Penang Spotted Wearing Plastic Bag and Giving Generous Donation to PPV Staff

BY: Michelle Liew With the vaccination phase a roll, there have been many touching stories detailing the ongoing acts of kindness. This man in Penang, however, caught the attention of many with his unusual appearance. A Facebook post by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) went viral after it shared how a…

July 9, 2021Read More
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Strangers in Coventry Flock to Help Disabled Girl Replace Her Broken Old Toy

BY: Michelle Liew For some, toys are not just something to play with but can also carry sentimental value and nostalgia as we grow older. For this disabled teenager in the UK, she found a sense of happiness with the kindness of people despite the fact that her favourite toy…

July 9, 2021Read More
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Pasar Segar Co-Founder Offers Cash Strapped Lorry Driver a Permanent Job

BY: Michelle Liew With the pandemic going on, many people often feel demotivated and struggle to get by. Whilst the ongoing lockdown has stripped some away from their jobs and cast a morbid feeling, this Pasar Segar co-founder managed to put a smile to a lorry driver’s face by offering…

July 9, 2021Read More
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Animal Food Bank to Help your Furry Companions

Following the Red Flag Campaign started by the Malaysia Animal Association to help pet owners, Golden Potato has set up an animal food bank in Pandan Indah, Kuala Lumpur. The operator of several food trucks selling deep-fried sweet potato balls recently shared this in their Facebook. Similar to the food…

July 8, 2021Read More
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White Flag Initiatives: Places Offering Aid to Those in Need

White Flag Initiative: Places Offering Aid to Those in Need BY: Michelle Liew As times are getting tougher, Malaysians have joint hands to offer help to the community with the White Flag initiative. The project aims to help those struggling to get by and in dire need of basic necessities…

July 6, 2021Read More
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UNICEF Representative Calls for Immediate Investment to Help Struggling Youth

BY: Michelle Liew With the awareness of mental health garnering massive attention over the past year, especially the past week, the United Nations Children’s Funds (Unicef) has called for immediate investment to expand mental health services to include upgraded psychological screening and professional support for youths in schools and communities.…

July 6, 2021Read More
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Netizen Urges KL Folk to Support Ampang Aunty Who is Unable to Make Ends Meet Selling Nasi Lemak

Facebook user, Chen Keith has called upon those living in the Ampang area in Kuala Lumpur to drop by and help this aunty with her nasi lemak business. Chen became friends with the aunty while having breakfast at Restaurant Ampang Loong Foong previously. Rental for her stall is RM500 a…

July 5, 2021Read More
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Malacca PPV Frontliners Bring Cheer to Little Boy by Doing “Alien Dance”

Our frontliners are clearly the obvious heroes during these trying times and it would be unimaginable, if they were not around. Despite the daily stress and long working hours, several frontliners at a quarantine centre in Malacca took some time to help cheer up a little boy who had been…

July 5, 2021Read More
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Part-time Delivery Rider Delighted After Scoring Straight As in STPM

BY: Michelle Liew As the results of the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) came out on Thursday, July 1, many took it to social media to share their joy and celebrated and end to a chapter of their education. A food delivery rider hailing from Seremban managed to steal the…

July 5, 2021Read More
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Pictures of Wife and Daughter to Remind Him to Ride Safe

For many Malaysian families, the father is the sole breadwinner and it is his duty to stay safe and healthy to provide for his loved ones. Being a Grab delivery rider, Khairil Latip Razak, realises his work entails being on the road most of the day and keeping safe is…

July 1, 2021Read More
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World’s Most Premature Baby Celebrates First Birthday After Fighting All Odds

By: Jennifer Chan Chien Mei (BAC Apprentice)  The Guinness World Records has officially made Richard Scott William Hutchinson, the world’s most premature baby to survive after birth, on his first birthday.  Richard was born on 5 June 2020, 131 days prematurely at the Children’s Minnesota hospital in Minneapolis. He only weighed 340g upon his birth and was given ‘0% chance of…

July 1, 2021Read More
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FreeMakan Feeds ‘Hope’ To 10,000 B40 Families

You may have heard the phrase ‘Always Count Your Blessings’ one too many a times – to be taught, and told to be grateful for the good things in life, and to be thankful to the One above for all that has been provided.  At times, when one is dealt with just too much, and left with…

June 30, 2021Read More
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Kind Nurse Offers to Pay for Sick Child’s Medication at Clinic

A mother brought her son, believed to be just over a year old, to a 24-hour clinic – Pusat Perubatan Intan in Terengganu about 10pm, recently. According to Twitter user, @anne_nma, she was there waiting for her father to see the doctor when she overheard the conversation at the medicine…

June 25, 2021Read More
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AROMA Flour Donates 1,600 Packets to FreeMakan.Com

Industri Makanan Jati Sdn Bhd, a company that produces Aroma flour, famously used for frying, donated 1,600 packets of its flour to FreeMakan.Com, which is part of Giveback.my The company specialises in manufacturing various types of crispy flour; Aroma Fried Chicken Flour, Aroma Kentucky Flour, Aroma Tempura Flour and Aroma…

June 24, 2021Read More
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Man Buys Road Sweeper New Shoes in Appreciation for His Hard Work

A simple act of kindness goes a long way – especially in these difficult times. Recently, Facebook user, Affi Ariff noticed how worn out and damaged the shoes of an uncles, who works as a road sweeper were. There was a gaping hole in the right shoe, while the other…

June 24, 2021Read More
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Bakery Puts Racist Customer in Place

Hats off to this bakery who very professionally handled a customer who said they had a racial preference when it comes to making purchases. At a time when inclusivity is being embraced all around the world, it is refreshing that more corporations are willing to lose a bigot or two…

June 23, 2021Read More
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Good Deed Brings Foodpanda Walker to Tears

BY: Michelle Liew With the Movement Control Order (MCO) in place, everyone barring essential workers are stuck at home. Due to the inability to eat outside or having no time to churn up a meal, food deliveries have been our go-to and in fact, for some of us, the food…

June 22, 2021Read More
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Woman Walks 8,000km from Ukraine to Wales to Raise Awareness for Ovarian Cancer

BY: Michelle Liew A woman from Britain has completed a staggering 5,000-mile (approximately 8046.72 km) walk from Ukraine to Wales. Ursula Martin returned to Llanidloes, Powys, earlier this month three years after setting off from the Kiev, Ukraine. According to Ursula, the lengthy trek was to raise awareness of ovarian…

June 21, 2021Read More
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Cops Reach Out and Assist Senior Citizen Stranded Along Karak Highway

A senior citizen was supposed to get off her bus from Kuantan at Bentong, but she missed her stop and was heading to Kuala Lumpur. The driver then dropped her off by the roadside along the Karak highway when she was spotted by a passer-by who took her to a…

June 18, 2021Read More
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APM Officer at KLCC PPV goes Viral for Her Compassion and Talent

BY: Michelle Liew With the vaccination phase kicking off smoothly, we have heard a great number of heart-warming stories of how people have come together to help one another, highlighting the importance of ensuring everyone gets vaccinated. Recently, a Civil Defence Froce (APM) officer received nationwide praise for her selflessness…

June 17, 2021Read More
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Man Who Quit Engineering Job Now Owns Successful Bakery and Providing Employment

BY: Michelle Liew The pandemic has seen a spike in unemployment due to its unforeseen impact on the economy. Many have been rendered jobless due to retrenchment and some have switched career paths for a lower but more sustainable income. Ridzuan Jamal left his job as a supervising engineer to…

June 17, 2021Read More
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Malaysia To Receive 1.3 Million Doses of Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine

To speed up and achieve the targets set in the national vaccination program, Malaysia will receive another 1,333,800 doses of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines by this week. National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (NIP) Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said from the sum, 444,600 doses would be distributed on June 16 to 18 while…

June 15, 2021Read More
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Kelantan Teacher Helps Student Further Studies by Selling her Jewelry

Muhammad Afiq Aiman would have ended up selling roti canai along the roadside in Kelantan with his parents, had it not been for the kindness and compassion of Cikgu Shimah. Because of her, he is on his way to obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Science Education and become a Science…

June 14, 2021Read More
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Man Drives 90km to Make Sure Elderly Neighbour Gets Vaccinated

BY: Michelle Liew With the vaccination phase getting off to a good start for the past couple of months, the ideal of having herd immunity is one step closer to being reality. However, it is important to remember that senior citizens being the most vulnerable and prioritized group, endure hurdles…

June 14, 2021Read More
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Autistic Man’s Delivery Service Gives Him Hope and Meaning During Covid-19 Lockdown

BY: Michelle Liew Despite hard times dawning upon us during the pandemic, it is the glimpse of positivity that keeps us going forward. For Sarah, she has her wonderful village community to thank for providing her autistic son a sense of meaning during the Covid-19 lockdown. Hailing from Wales, Sarah…

June 11, 2021Read More
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Johor Durian Sellers Come to Aid of Lost Old Man, Sends him back to Malacca

A father and son duo came to the aid of an 81-year-old man who rode his motorcycle from his home in Malacca to Johor, spending a night on the streets. The senior citizen had wandered too far from a trip to get some dinner. The uncle, who lives alone had…

June 11, 2021Read More
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11-year-old Perak Girl Wows Viewers Worldwide in Chinese Reality Show

BY: Michelle Liew Children often discover their talents as they reach their pre-teen to teenage years, the same can be said about this 11-year-old Malaysian girl. Her talent in singing is so outstanding that it received a standing ovation this week at a televised singing contest in China. Hailing from…

June 9, 2021Read More
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Man with Cerebral Palsy Commutes 144km Daily to Volunteer for Charity

BY: Michelle Liew While hurdles are no stranger to our lives, one man with cerebral palsy defies the odds every day. Englishman, Peter Moss commutes five days a week from Trowbridge in Wiltshire to Newbury in Berkshire to work at Scope, which is a 90-mile (approximately 144km) trip. The reason…

June 8, 2021Read More
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World Oceans Day 2021: Celebrating Our Largest Oxygen Supplier

Today is World Oceans Day 2021. Oceans are a big part of Malaysia’s allure and play a integral role in the everyday life of people globally. Oceans, actually play an important role in ensuring enough oxygen is available for us to survive. Scientists estimate that 50-80% of the oxygen production…

June 8, 2021Read More
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All Praise for Cops Who Stopped to Help Senior Citizen Fill up Petrol

Four policemen have won praises from the public after they stopped to help a senior citizen who was seen pushing his motorcycle along the side of a road in Petaling Jaya recently. According to Constable Fahrid Mojuning, 28, he and three others felt sorry for the old man and stopped…

June 8, 2021Read More
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Meet Chris Pillai, the First Malaysian Mayor of Yorkshire

Seremban native Chris Pillai, is the first Malaysian-born mayor of a town in West Yorkshire, England. He was sworn in on May 19 as mayor of the borough of Calderdale in West Yorkshire in an official ceremony. His mayorship was actually due to begin last year but due to the…

June 6, 2021Read More
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Three Cops and Johnny The Dog

Three policemen in Johor befriended a stray dog, Johnny, while manning a roadblock for over a year during the MCO, has touched the hearts of many Malaysians, after their actions had gone viral. Their story was shared recently by Uncle Kentang (Kuan Chee Heng) who is known for coming to…

June 4, 2021Read More
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Family Thanks Stranger for Saving Father’s Life from Burning Minicab

BY: Michelle Liew Help comes in the most unexpected ways. For this cab driver, he is eternally thankful to a stranger for saving his life after escaping from a burning car. Abdul Awal, 58, was merely driving his Mercedes on Bellefrove Road in Welling, south-east London before a man shopping…

June 4, 2021Read More
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Strong, Powerful, Empowering: How One Malaysian Woman Changed The Lives of Thousands

Have you ever met someone, got to know them and thought to yourself, “This is who I want to be when I’m older”?  Dr Selvamalar Ayadurai is that someone to me. The more I got to know her, the more I was blown away by all the amazing feats she…

June 4, 2021Read More
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Man, 105, Stands up to Anti-Vaxxers, Oldest Malaysian to get Vaccinated

After reports that about 10,000 residents in Kelantan, mostly above 60, failed to show up for their Covid-19 shot, Malaysians expressed their dismay on social media. It got worse when more Malaysians expressed dissatisfaction when they were unable to get their AstraZeneca vaccine through the MySejahtera application a day before…

June 3, 2021Read More
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This Food Bank in PJ is Providing Essentials to Those in Need

BY: Michelle Liew Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Movement Control Order (MCO) was implemented to curb the spreading of the virus. Whilst it is a great measure, the downside of the MCO is unemployment leading to financial struggles and even starvation for some who could not afford…

June 3, 2021Read More
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Ipoh Private Hospital Praised for Giving VIP Treatment to Elderly Vaccine Recipients

BY: Michelle Liew With the vaccination programme kicking off, citizens throughout Malaysia are working hand-in-hand to ensure proper immunisation to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic. The first phase involves some 500,000 health and non-health frontliners, with the second phase commencing with the vaccination of Covid-19 high-risk groups, namely senior citizens, vulnerable…

June 2, 2021Read More
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Assistant Restaurant Manager Does His Part to Help Keep PKRC Clean

A little help goes a long way, especially for our medical frontliners who are stretched to the limit with the Covid-19 pandemic. Ahmad Syafiq Syahmi Baharudin wanted to play his part to help our frontliners, so he decided to help sweep and collect rubbish at the quarantine centre, that he…

June 2, 2021Read More
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300 BTS Meal Sets Donated to Frontliners by Malaysian ARMYs

Malaysian BTS fans donated 99 sets of the McDonald’s ‘BTS Meal’ to frontliners at Universiti Malaya Medical Center (UMMC) last Saturday, 29 May. The initiative was revealed by BTS fan account @PurpleProject7 on Twitter over the weekend. The caption of the post reads, “BTS Meal for frontliners by Malaysian ARMYs.…

June 1, 2021Read More
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Cisco Security Closes BAC-UNICEF Save Lives in India Campaign with RM16k

When giveback.my launched the Save Lives in India Campaign on 30th April 2021, the target set at RM100 000, to be raised soonest, seemed daunting at first.  With many already grappling with their own daily challenges, the surge in infections, hospitalisations, deaths throughout the nation, and the added stress over confusions from the changing rules and SOPs, the BAC team met, gave thoughtful consideration, and finally rolled out the campaign.  Within two…

June 1, 2021Read More
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Penang Shop Owner Gives Free Fan to OKU Who Could Not Afford It

BY: Michelle Liew A small act of kindness can mean a lot to some. This kind-hearted shop owner in Penang gave an electrical fan to an elderly man with disabilities (OKU) after realizing that he did not have enough money to pay for it. Taking it to Facebook to share…

June 1, 2021Read More
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Free Food Society Distributes 500 Biscuit Cartons to the Needy

Last Saturday, 29th May 2021, when most Malaysians were in a state of frenzy after the latest MCO (Movement Control Order) announcement made by the government, a group of like-minded individuals set out, ahead of the lockdown, to distribute ‘hearty bites’ around the Klang Valley. Free Food Society (Persatuan Makanan Ehsan) made this high-priority decision on Friday night.   With time constraints, numerous roadblocks, not to mention…

May 31, 2021Read More
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Breaking Barriers for Women: Celebrating the Life of Jane Goodall

Besides breaking the glass ceiling for women in her field, Ethologist and conservationist, Jane Goodall,  is certainly a rare gem among primatologists. For more than 60 years, she has been one of the fiercest advocates and champions for animal conservation. According to a report by National Geographic, Explorer Jane Goodall…

May 28, 2021Read More
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Uncle Kentang Shocked after Gifted RM1 Rental for House

The generosity of Malaysians is something we have become fond of and can’t be denied. Despite the prolonging Covid-19 Pandemic, which is causing unemployment and economic difficulties, the generosity of Malaysians towards the less fortunate, whether in the form of money, time or energy, often has made headlines. Today, community…

May 27, 2021Read More
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“Uncle Kentang” Receives Commonwealth Award

Kuan Chee Heng, or “Uncle Kentang” as he is known by followers of his charitable works, has been awarded the Commonwealth Points of Light Award which recognises his philanthropy. Since the Award’s inception in 2018, Uncle Kentang has become only the fourth Malaysian to receive the honour. The award is…

May 24, 2021Read More
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Nor Azila Azman, in a Man’s World

Each time we order a new gas tank, we can be pretty sure it will be delivered by a big, burly guy who has no issues lifting the tank. The last thing one would expect is their tank being delivered by a petite woman, but residents in Slim River, know…

May 24, 2021Read More
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Veritas University College Launches Pandemic Fund to Help Students

Although most schools and higher learning institutions have taken a hit and have had to adapt to changes throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, some are doing their part for the community by slashing rates to their courses in a bid to ensure education is not disrupted. GoodNews caught has found that…

May 20, 2021Read More
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Gold Medals for Malaysian Teen Who Invents Biodegradable Pots at Global Green Innovation Fair

Karthikgesan Santharasekaran’s passion for the environment has led him to two gold medals. A proud achievement for the nation, the Perak boy’s simple innovations to protect the environment caught the eye of judges. His winning inventions at the virtual Global Olimpiad Green Innovation Fair, were a plant compost and biodegradable…

May 20, 2021Read More
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Malaysians Come Together to Raise More Than Enough Funds for Troubled Orphanage

In the true spirit of giving and sharing, Malaysians quickly came to the aid of residents at an orphanage in Kajang, after some of its caretakers contracted Covid-19 and one of them passed away. There are 35 residents, with 26 orphans at the orphanage said to have been tested positive…

May 19, 2021Read More
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From Janitor To Teacher: The Ultimate Lesson of Never Giving Up

BY: Michelle Liew Hard work and perseverance can turn dreams into reality. The idea was proven true for Wanda Smith, who always wanted to be a teacher and was finally able to realize her dream. Life was not always easy for Wanda, who is a mother-of-three and also takes care…

May 18, 2021Read More
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Francisca Luhong Proudly Represents Malaysia as ‘First Native’ at the 69th Miss Universe Pageant

BY: Michelle Liew Malaysia is not just a beautiful nation but also home to the beautiful pageant queens. Current Miss Universe Malaysia, Francisca Luhong James, stunned the audience with her ‘Kampungku’ costume in the National Costume Category for the 69th Miss Universe Pageant in Hollywood, Florida. She is competing against…

May 17, 2021Read More
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Young Beauty Adopts Abandoned Malnourished Baby with Cerebral Palsy and Nurses Her Back to Health

Pham Thanh Tam, 30, from Vietnam had caught the attention of social media users a few years ago for her beauty. Pham, from Lao Cai in Vietnam, however, does not spend her time just looking pretty and posing for photographs, but dedicates a great deal for charitable work and helping…

May 14, 2021Read More
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Saudi Arabia to Generate 50% Renewable Energy by 2030, Aims to Plant 50 Billion Trees

Saudi Arabia, one of the driest countries, is going green. Saudi Arabia wants to generate at least 50 percent of the nation’s power by using renewables by 2030 and plant 10 billion trees in the coming decades. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman poses on the steps of number 10…

May 10, 2021Read More
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Elderly Man Learns Hair and Makeup Skills to Help Struggling Wife

BY: Michelle Liew Love is a powerful thing and when you love someone, you would want to do whatever you can to help them. A devoted 79-year-old man paid, visited a beauty school to take lessons in hair and make-up in order to help his struggling wife, who can no…

May 6, 2021Read More
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Birthday Wish: Dr Noor Hisham Wants Malaysians to Stay United Against Covid-19

BY: Michelle Liew Yesterday, marked the 58th birthday of our Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. During the outbreak of Covid-19 last year, Dr Noor proved to be a national hero, as he handled policies regarding the handling of the pandemic. The early stages of the Movement Control…

April 22, 2021Read More
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Carrying On The Legacy: Sutra Dance Theatre’s Outreach Programme

Following the stunning performance of the Outreach Programme dancers in Sutra’s latest stage offering, Triple Frontiers, GoodNews reached out to the Sutra Foundation and met up with legendary dance choreographer Datuk Ramli Ibrahim, 67, and his dancers to find out more about dance and its future. Ramli said one should…

April 21, 2021Read More
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Our Story : The Flood Relief 2021

This was the scene; flood-ravaged homes caused by thunderstorms, mud covered walls, furniture beyond salvage, ruined electrical appliances and kitchen utensils. In one of the worst floods to hit the country in decades, 50,000 people in Pahang, Terengganu, Kelantan and Johor, were displaced, and forced to flee their homes. As…

April 21, 2021Read More
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WATCH: Man Distributes 300 Satay Skewers to Homeless Around Kuala Lumpur

The arrival of Ramadan is not only appreciated by Muslims but all Malaysians as we have always shared in the festivities in our multi cultural nation. The mutual respect for each other’s religion makes the occasion, sweeter. Despite being of different religions, generosity of non -Muslims in this country can…

April 21, 2021Read More
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14 Tahun Mengembara Seluruh Dunia, Kini Tetap Positif Sebagai Cleaner

Siapa yang tidak gembira apabila dapat gaji pertama bekerja? Demikian perkongsian seorang lelaki melalui aplikasi Tiktok menerusi video berdurasi 20 saat yang memeparkan beliau mengeluarkan duit gaji pertamanya bekerja sebagai tukang pembersih. Meskipun gaji tersebut tidak banyak namun, Mohamad Razi Jamit, 30, berkongsikan hasil kerjanya tersebut kepada beebrapa individu termasuk…

April 19, 2021Read More
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Artis Malaysia Hasilkan Karya Berkenaan Perubahan Iklim Jadi ‘Cover’ Majalah Time

Isu perubahan iklim yang diketengahkan oleh artis kontemporari Malaysia, Red Hong Yi menjadi tajuk utama kepada sebuah majalah ikonik Time. Artis kelahiran Kota Kinabalu, Sabah itu bersama dengan kumpulannya telah menghasilkan  peta dunia yang diliputi dengan 50,000 batang mancis hijau yang mewakili pokok digunakan bagi melambangkan perubahan iklim yang mempengaruhi…

April 19, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Artist Burns 50,000 Matchsticks for Iconic TIME Magazine Cover On Climate Change

A climate-change featured by Malaysian contemporary artist Red Hong Yi made it to the cover of the latest Time Magazine issue. A stellar achievement for the Sabahan, who created a 2.3m x 3m world map covered by 50,000 green-tipped matchsticks. The green matchsticks as you may have guessed symbolised trees, which…

April 17, 2021Read More
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‘Weeds’, Karya Penulis Malaysia Disenarai Pendek Hadiah Cerpen Komanwel 2021

Cerpen fiksyen karya penulis Malaysia, Ling Low yang berjudul Weeds merupakan antara 25 daripada 6,423 penyertaan dari 50 negara yang disenarai pendek untuk Hadiah Cerpen Komanwel bagi tahun 2021. Pertandingan tahunan anjuran Commonwealth Foundation itu akan menganugerahkan cerpen fiksyen terbaik yang tidak pernah diterbitkan oleh mana-mana peserta daripada negara-negara Komanwel.…

April 15, 2021Read More
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Woman in Thailand Wins Lottery After Interpreting Son’s Dream

BY: Michelle Liew A lot of us are familiar of the saying “make your dreams come true” but in reality, our dreams are literally often the most random events and bear little meaning to our lives. A woman in Thailand, however, became rich overnight after winning a six-figure lottery prize…

April 8, 2021Read More
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[UPDATED] Exclusive: The Formidable Force Who Arrested Equanimity

A GoodNews Exclusive When the 1MDB scandal made the papers, it seemed like there was no end in sight to this intricate money laundering case that had engulfed our nation. And then, Equanimity came to light.  The superyacht, purchased with 1MDB funds by mastermind Jho Low, was returned to Malaysia.…

April 7, 2021Read More
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Kisah Peguam Dan Equanimity Yang Ditumpaskan

Eksklusif bersama GoodNews  Bermula pada Disember 2014, ketika bekas pemimpin Umno, Datuk Seri Khairuddin Abu Hassan membuat laporan polis berhubung skandal yang berlaku dalam syarikat milik kerajaan, 1 Malaysia Development Berhad(1MDB), kisah ini menjadi tajuk-tajuk utama di kebanyakan akhbar tempatan dan luar negara. Rentetan daripada kisah skandal bernilai berbilion ringgit…

April 7, 2021Read More
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Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Makes Surprise RTM News Comeback

BY: Michelle Liew Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin Abdul Rahman made a very special appearance during the Berita Perdana Khas slot at 8pm on April 1, on RTM’s TV1 channel. According to reports, such was in conjunction with the 75th anniversary celebration of Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM). Her Royal…

April 5, 2021Read More
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Postman And Dog Owner Settle Differences Following Heartwarming Meet

The postman recently embroiled in controversy for allegedly pelting a dog on Feb 22, has met and amicably settled the matter with the dog’s owners. In a posting on “Aku Budak Kluang” Facebook, a touching video on the meeting shows them meeting and later walking away as friends. Apparently the…

February 28, 2021Read More
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Family Starts Charity Kiosk In Kuala Lumpur To Help Those In Need

Realising the hardship others are going through during these difficult times, a family in Kuala Lumpur has set up a charity kiosk to assist those in need. According to Nur Hasha, who took to Twitter recently shared that the kiosk was opened by her mother to give away food and…

February 26, 2021Read More
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Retired 65-Year-Old Deputy Tourism Malaysia Director Proves Age Is No Barrier, Takes SPM Exams

It is truly inspiring and heart-warming to see 65-year-old Salman Ahmad from Negeri Sembilan among the 16,554 candidates sitting for the ongoing Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations. Determined to prove that age was no barrier in pursuit of education, Salman said he wanted also to set an example and be…

February 24, 2021Read More
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Food Panda Rider Receives RM1,000 Tip From Customer Who Then Asks For A Prayer

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and the implementation of the movement control order (MCO), more have become dependent on delivery riders for their daily meals and also, necessities. While it is common to leave a small tip for the riders, none would have expected a whopping RM1,000 tip!…

February 24, 2021Read More
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Volunteers Race Through Freezing Temperatures To Save ‘Cold Stunned’ Sea Turtles In Texas

A winter storm has barrelled through Texas, blanketing the state with snow and ice. Temperatures have dropped to below freezing (-18 degrees Celsius) and due to a surge in demand by Texans who were trying to keep warm, the state’s energy grid had been overwhelmed, causing a widespread power blackout.…

February 23, 2021Read More
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Covid-19 Vaccinations To Begin, Govt To Compensate Those Having Serious Side Effects

The government will carry out a two-dose policy under the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme although a study had shown that a single dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines had up to 85% efficacy against the virus, says Khairy Jamaluddin (pic). The Science, Technology and Innovation Minister also said that there have…

February 22, 2021Read More
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The Rich Country Poor Country Fallacy: How Bhutan Used Resilience To Fight Covid-19

Are you as flabbergasted as I am at the management of this pandemic in ‘affluent’ nations? With Trump going so far as to dispute Science and Europe’s numbers fluctuating, we have all pondered upon the abilities of these nations and their high GDP levels. Let’s cross a few oceans all…

February 18, 2021Read More
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World’s First Home Hydrogen Battery Can Power Your House For 2 Days, Has WiFi Connectivity

Tesla’s Powerwall now has a worthy adversary. An Australian energy company’s “hydrogen battery” which is known as the Green Energy Storage System, is an electrolysis system, fuel cell power system, and hydrogen storage array all tucked into a cabinet, with enough to power a home for two days straight. The…

February 18, 2021Read More
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How The Grinch’s Plan Backfired- Christmas Lights in February

An anonymous letter, in a mean-spirited attempt to shame a neighbour wound up backfiring on the sender, when the rest of the neighbourhood proceeded to haul out and redo their Christmas decorations in soliditary.   Short, but definitely not sweet: The anonymous letter received by Pascucci (Source: The Washington Post)   You’d…

February 16, 2021Read More
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Youth Fitness Volunteers Set To Raise RM100,000 For Refugee Learning Centre

“I’ve never had to fight for my education but I am going to put in my all to fight for theirs.” As Amira uttered this statement with unmoving resolve, I began to realise that this was not an ordinary fundraiser. And from then on, the story unraveled.. The Story It…

February 15, 2021Read More
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Giveback Team Responds To The Plight Of 189 Orang Asli Families In Perak Village

The Giveback team quickly assembled its resources in response to the StarMetro’s report on the Orang Asli community in Perak running out of food due to the second movement control order (MCO). Despite the difficulty of mobilising during the MCO, the team managed to send essential food items that they…

February 10, 2021Read More
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From Festive Macarons to Ah Boy, Ah Girl Tarts – #SapotLocal this CNY

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Welcome, dear reader, to GoodNews’ Chinese New Year edition of #GoodNewsSapotLocal! With this series, we hope to spread word of local entrepreneurs and highlight their efforts. We’re not going to bore you with frustrating SOPs and rising cases and – Right, back to not boring you……

February 8, 2021Read More
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9,000 Receive Aid After RM300,000 Raised Through GiveBACk.my

It was March 2020 and the second wave of the Covid-19 virus was taking hold of our nation. That was when the government declared a complete lockdown. Unemployment rose, businesses were shutting down, people were falling ill and the lives of our country’s most vulnerable were at stake. The people…

February 6, 2021Read More
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4 Netflix Recommendations To Make You Smarter

Usually, people turn to the Internet or reference books, if they want to learn a new skill. With new bite-size documentaries and series on Netflix, the content platform streaming service, you just have to watch and learn. Here are 4 Netflix recommendations for you,  should you want to sharpen your…

February 4, 2021Read More
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Remarkable Images By Wildlife Photographer Of Birds That Visited Him During The Pandemic

Lockdown has been a different experience for each of us. A wildlife photographer used it to capture a parade of beautiful birds that visited his garden! Peters captures a parade of beautiful birds that visited his garden – image via Andrew Fusek Peters (Twitter) Fighting Siskins – image via Andrew Fusek…

February 3, 2021Read More
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Calligraphy Master And Student Defy Racial Differences To Uphold Traditions

Celebrations to usher in the Year of the Ox will be different as compared to the usual splendour every Chinese New Year. However, this has not dampened business for 83-year-old calligrapher Cheng Ho Chung. Azizah and Cheng have been working together for about a year but she mostly helps out…

February 2, 2021Read More
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Two Young Women Steer Hope For Refugees in Malaysia

It is common knowledge that refugees in Malaysia are without legal status, preventing them from accessing basic rights such as employment, education and healthcare. They are forced to flee their home countries, embark on perilous journeys in search of safety, and finally wind up here, where life is made unnecessarily…

January 29, 2021Read More
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Transforming Kuala Lumpur Into A Street Art Capital

Giant murals will soon cover the back lanes of Kuala Lumpur. According to The Sun, Kuala Lumpur will be transformed into a street art capital and mural paintings of various concepts will color the back lanes of the city. Murals decorate the streets in Kuala Lumpur (pictures from Bernama) The…

January 26, 2021Read More
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Malaysian Sikhs Who Fed 70,000 People in 2020, Vow To Do More

UNITED SIKHS is a NGO aimed at empowering those in need, especially disadvantaged and minority communities across the world. The Malaysian Chapter was started in 2004, by the late Rishiwant Singh Randhawa, who was at Ground Zero, during the Bandar Aceh Tsunami, the same year. The late Rishiwant Singh Randhawa,…

January 24, 2021Read More
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Compassionate Policemen Deliver Necessities, Care Package To Shoplifter Mum’s Family

These policemen have shown us that sometimes all it takes is one sincere act of kindness to correct a wrong. 36-year-old Norhidayah Hamid was caught shoplifting a few fever relief pads and some cakes from the shelves of a hypermarket. She committed the petty crime as her youngest child was…

January 22, 2021Read More
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The Young Poet Who Heralded A Hopeful America

The historical inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris occurred at the precipice of America’s democratic demise. These past few months have been filled with violence, rage and vast political polarisation. Along with a growing number of pandemic-related deaths, it was clear that the American people desperately needed some hope.…

January 21, 2021Read More
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Green Energy To Replace Coal As Largest Power Source by 2025

Despite the setbacks due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, a report  says almost 90% of new electricity generation in 2020 was renewable as compare to 10% powered by gas and coal. This figure sets green electricity on track to become the largest power source in 2025, displacing coal. By that time,…

January 19, 2021Read More
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Gamer Goes Viral For Leaving Snacks Out For Delivery Riders

A little gratitude goes a long way, especially in times of uncertainty. As some Malaysians are gripping with panic-buying during the MCO or uncertainty in politics of the country, one gamer decided to giveback in her own way. Natasha Hidayah Hashim, 29, decided to show her appreciation to delivery riders…

January 18, 2021Read More
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Our Story : The Flood Relief 2021

This was the scene; flood-ravaged homes caused by thunderstorms, mud covered walls, furniture beyond salvage, ruined electrical appliances and kitchen utensils. In one of the worst floods to hit the country in decades, 50,000 people in Pahang, Terengganu, Kelantan and Johor, were displaced, and forced to flee their homes. As…

January 14, 2021Read More
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Growing Movement To Crown Nicol David As The Greatest Athlete Of All Time

There is a growing movement to crown Malaysia’s squash queen Nicol Ann David, 37, as the World Games’ Greatest Athlete of All Time. David, who retired in 2019, is the only Asian in the running in the poll, which pits her against 23 other athletes from around the globe. Nicol…

January 11, 2021Read More
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Khairy: Pfizer vaccine approved in Malaysia

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin revealed today that the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use in Malaysia. He tweeted, “I was just informed by Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah that the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) has given conditional registration for the Pfizer vaccine. We are…

January 8, 2021Read More
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Roadside Ikan Bakar saves the day for those stranded due to floods in Pahang

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; feed a road full of stranded travellers some ikan bakar for a day, and you save the day. When the going gets tough, Malaysians such as this couple know how to get going. A local netizen, Kakmi ps…

January 7, 2021Read More
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Centenarian Beats The Virus

Amongst the thousands of lives this virus has taken from us over the past year, Elena is surely a beacon of hope. If you were caught up with the confusion and uncertainties of last year, you probably may have missed this one. So, to kickstart the year on a positive…

January 5, 2021Read More
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The Unsung Heroes of 2020

2020 is coming to an end, with the world still trying to make sense of how a virus which started in one corner of the world created a ripple effect worldwide, making it come to an almost stand still. This year was like no other, but Malaysians from all walks…

December 31, 2020Read More
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RM35,000 Raised Leaves a PERMAnent Impression on Children Across Selangor

You saw it here first. With the world under lockdown and Santa being unable to cross borders, the Christmas of 2020 didn’t look like it was going to be as bright and cheerful as any of its predecessors. Children in Selangor would have to spend their Christmases stuck indoors, with…

December 30, 2020Read More
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From Passion To Reality: How a Brain Surgery Effected a Successful Career Change

On a calm Saturday afternoon, 19 December 2020, we took a trip to visit a house in Shah Alam that hosted a humble yet lovely home bakery business. This home bakery is run by Jonathan Leon Lim, 28, an IACT College alumnus, who graduated with a Bachelors in Advertising and…

December 29, 2020Read More
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The Pancake Kids of Bangsar

If you were asked “What were you doing at 11 years old?” Your answer (like mine) would probably be studying, playing games, engaging in hobbies, and hanging out with friends. These kids, however, kicked things up a notch and started their own pancake business in Bangsar! Their pancake stall ‘Go…

December 22, 2020Read More
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Young Malaysian Girl Rockin’ the Football Field

Women in football aren’t often in the spotlight compared to their male counterparts in the big leagues. Yet, rising stars like Celine Chuang are more than likely to change that. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) recently revealed that the young Malaysian became the first female footballer to play for…

December 21, 2020Read More
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It’s beginning to smell a lot like Christmas… with Jonah’s Happy Cookies!

A good cookie is all about taste, texture and everything in between…and these ‘happy cookies’ baked by a very special boy, hit all the right spots.   Meet Jonah, a 6-year old boy, with a rare form of skeletal dysplasia. Although he suffers from a genetic disorder affecting his bones…

December 17, 2020Read More
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The Pensioner with a Heart of Gold: Uncle Tony and the Food4You initiative

The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic has been a blessing in disguise for some. It has sparked the gift of giving among the global and local community. We have come a long way since March 2020, and the only positive thing out of this, is how ordinary folks stepped up,…

December 16, 2020Read More
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STAYING ALIVE – The Thriving of Small Business Owners

You know the saying that goes “when the going gets tough, the tough get going”? While some choose to give up during bad times, like this year when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, others took it all in stride. For instance, small business owners selling various types of food and drinks…

December 14, 2020Read More
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#KitaBelanjaKita- The Inside Scoop

Here’s an inside scoop… Since the beginning of 2020, from March probably, we have seen frontliners and those in essential services going the extra mile, working around the clock. From doctors and nurses, to police personnel, retail workers and delivery providers, all of whom have been tirelessly fulfilling their duties…

December 12, 2020Read More
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A Teacher’s Prize-Winning Impact and Generosity

Talk about having a heart of gold! Indian educator Ranjitsinh Disale – recognised for his earnest work in transforming the lives of young girls in Maharashtra, India– was announced winner of the Global Teacher Prize of USD1 million (RM4.068 million) and that’s not all! He’s splitting the prize money with…

December 8, 2020Read More
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Sarees Give Sportswear A Run For Their Money!

5-kilometres! That’s approximately the distance from Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) to Jalan Ipoh, a quick 10-minute drive (with no traffic congestion). Not too bad for a brisk run, you might think. Now, how about running that distance…in a saree? Well, that’s exactly what these gutsy ladies, ranging from mid-40’s…

December 7, 2020Read More
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When One Door Closes, Another One Opens

At times, when we become too attached to our past, we hang on to it for dear life. We keep staring at that shut door, hoping for it to open, not realizing the many doors behind, missed opportunities and possibilities.  Now, here’s someone who did not dwell on the past. Meet Muhammad Naeem Nasir, a Malaysian ex-pilot who served under Malaysian Airlines from 2014-2018, who then…

December 4, 2020Read More
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Neighbourhood Saves Foodpanda Delivery Overflow

In what seemed like a happy accident on Wednesday, 25 November 2020, the whole neighbourhood of Our Lady of Remedy, Mabolo, Cebu City in the Philippines responded to an army of pink Foodpanda delivery riders gathered along the street. The situation was essentially an overflow of delivery orders that was…

December 4, 2020Read More
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Cookies for Charity- A Christmas Gift for Uncle Chew

High School reunions are a time to reconnect and catch up. Five years ago, when Mr. Soba attended his school reunion, he was taken aback when he discovered that one of his friends from the past, Uncle Chew, had been severely injured in a freak accident, paralysing him from the…

December 2, 2020Read More
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Midwifery Past Midnight – Delivery Dad To The Rescue!

When it’s 2 a.m. in the morning and your wife surprises you with the baby already halfway out of the womb, you’d find it’s too late to go to the hospital. So, what do you do? Well, you deliver the baby yourself! That was the case with 35-year-old businessman, husband,…

December 1, 2020Read More
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How A Malaysian College Won an ASEAN Award for Combating COVID-19

Friday, November 13th was unlike any other this year. It was a night celebrating a select group of enterprises across the ASEAN region for outstanding achievements in their respective fields. The ASEAN Business Awards 2020, held in Vietnam, honoured Brickfields Asia College (BAC) with an ASEAN regional award for Combating…

November 14, 2020Read More
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Kulfi Review!

I am proud and blessed to be a Malaysian. A melting pot of various cultures and heritage, I get to immerse myself in a host of celebrations and the food, too! Speaking of which, Deepavali is coming up and I just recently had my first taste of a newly discovered…

November 12, 2020Read More
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Get the Goodies- #sapotlokal this Deepavali!

One of the uniquely pleasant experiences many Malaysians will have had growing up would be the sheer cavalcade of public holidays brought to us by the numerous festivals celebrated in Malaysia. Hari Raya, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Vaisakhi, Hari Gawai, Hari Kaamatan – you name it, we’ve got a festival for…

November 9, 2020Read More
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Samuel Isaiah, An Outstanding Malaysian Educator

In 2012, Samuel Isaiah was tasked with the difficult job of teaching English at SK Runchang, an Orang Asli school in Pekan, Pahang. When he arrived, a fellow teacher told him that he didn’t need to do much for the children as they are just Orang Asli. Yet, these words…

November 5, 2020Read More
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A Whale of a Time – Sri Lanka’s Largest Stranding Rescue Op.

You’d be forgiven for assuming that with the word ‘pilot’ in their name, these whales in particular would be able to navigate well enough to avoid getting stranded on shore. These pilot whales, however, begged to differ when roughly one hundred of them (unintentionally) found themselves stranded off the Panadura…

November 5, 2020Read More
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Global Recognition for Sungai Buloh Hospital Covid-19 Team

Frontliners all over Malaysia are our unsung heroes in these challenging times. It is certainly tough being a doctor, nurse or healthcare staff exposed to high risks in dealing with Covid-19 patients. One such team of frontliners at the Sungai Buloh Hospital in Selangor recently received global recognition for their…

November 3, 2020Read More
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‘Be Kind, Have Courage’ Art Exhibition for Mental Health Awareness

More and more Malaysians are learning to appreciate the role of arts in raising mental health awareness. One fellow Malaysian and art curator, Dymphna Lanjuran, opened the doors of her art gallery, Inner Joy Art in Section 16 Petaling Jaya, for an art exhibition on 10th October to raise mental…

October 28, 2020Read More
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Weathering the Storm: How One Malaysian Survived Life during the MCO

From law graduate to logistics officer turned partner of a legal firm, Hilmi Mazlan’s story of perseverance to provide for his family during the MCO is nothing short of amazing! This year alone has seen challenges for workers throughout Malaysia as jobs have either been lost or companies faced closure…

October 26, 2020Read More
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Mama Pinky: Saviour of Cats

A superhero story would go something like this – an ordinary guy or girl living an average life, discovers they have superpowers, realises their purpose, and then dons a costume, mask, and cape and uses their powers for the greater good. The inspiring story of beauty consultant and mother of…

October 8, 2020Read More
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Young Malaysian Inventors Create Award-Winning Eco-Friendly Fridge

The best part about an award-winning project is its potential to contribute to a better future not just for the environment but also for the society. This is what young Malaysians, Kuan Weiking and Theodore Garvindeo Seah, hoped to achieve with their eco-friendly fridge called KUNO. Source: The James Dyson…

October 1, 2020Read More
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Shalini, the Shining Sous-Chef

Shalini Devi Ganesan is the kind of person who doesn’t let the stares get to her too much. She was born with a genetic defect that affects her motor and muscle control called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) Type II. This doesn’t stop her from creating content with her mother, Sathiyanandthy,…

September 25, 2020Read More
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National Day 2020: Looking Out For Each Other, The Malaysian Way

Merdeka in the year 2020 will probably go down in history, as Malaysians have come together in so many ways. Usually, we reminisce about Yasmin Ahmad’s Petronas advertisements. This year, despite the global pandemic, we have come to realise the importance of standing united no matter what. Coming together during…

September 1, 2020Read More
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Two Malaysian Siblings Recently Won International Drawing Competitions

Nine-year-old, K. Kanniesh Theeran made Malaysia proud by coming out tops in the 2020 State-Fish Art Contest under the international category. Inspired by a 5th grader’s homework back in 1997, this global contest which has been around for the past 20 years aims to educate kids, teachers and parents on aquatic…

August 19, 2020Read More
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Local Animator Takes Home Prestigious Eisner Award

Comics creator, Erica Eng this month became the first-ever Malaysian winner of an Eisner Award, the comics industry’s equivalent of the Oscars.  Eng’s webcomic, Fried Rice, which depicts the life of a Malaysian teenager, clinched the Best Webcomic award at this year’s Eisner ceremony, which was held virtually amid the…

August 6, 2020Read More
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5 Things You Need to Know About Nelson Mandela

Wednesday, 15th July, 2020 marks what would have been the late Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday — the iconic South African president who previously spent decades in prison during the country’s apartheid rule. https://www.instagram.com/p/CCpxYX9DhgY/ Here are five things to know about the leader who inspired generations around the world. #1: Who…

July 17, 2020Read More
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Meet 2 Malaysian Female Associate Professors at UK’s Oxford University

We have not one but two women who are making us super proud at the prestigious Oxford University #cueconfettis Indeed, we were elated when news spread about Malaysia’s first Associate Professor at Oxford University, Dr. Masliza Mahmood. From Parit Raja, Batu Pahat to Oxford, UK. PIC:@MASLIZAMAHMOD Dr. Masliza, a member of…

July 16, 2020Read More
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Four Things You Need To Know About Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah

Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah, now a familiar face to Malaysians has been widely praised for providing crucial information in press briefings during the MCO period, and frequent postings via his social media platforms. https://www.instagram.com/p/CA7hQTRARgM/ Even China’s Global TV Network previously listed our Director-General of Health, Datuk Dr Noor Hisham…

June 21, 2020Read More
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Global Day of Parents 2020: Celebrating Our Nurturers In Times of COVID-19

Amidst the pandemic-induced social restrictions, the world celebrated the Global Day of Parents on 1st June, 2020, a day that honours parents. Credit: Dressed in his firefighter uniform, Mohammad Jahirul Islam, 28, carries his daughter, Jisha, 3, to the daycare centre she attends at the garment factory, where he and…

June 3, 2020Read More
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How Do You Sign “Stay Home. Save Lives”?

RTM Sign language interpreter Tan Lee Bee shares lifesaving information and became a vital part of a visible pantheon of essential workers in Malaysia. The hour in which we watch the live telecasts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Prime Minister of Malaysia’s Muhyiddin Yassin’s press briefings is critical. Yet, it was…

June 1, 2020Read More
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Malaysian PHD Student Making An Impact In The Development Of COVID-19 Rapid Test Kits

Lim Boon Chuan, a 26-year-old PHD student at the University of Oxford recently made headlines for being involved in developing rapid test kits for COVID-19. A Public Service Department (PSD) scholarship student studying synthetic biology at the university, Lim was part of the team of scientists from the University of…

March 24, 2020Read More
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A Good Kind of Viral – Uniting, Inspiring People

Feeling gloomy staying at home due to the coronavirus pandemic? This poem making its rounds on social media is bound to lift your spirits: Well. That escalated quickly. 😮#covidpoetry pic.twitter.com/enft4k02kn — Laura Kelly Fanucci (@laurakfanucci) March 18, 2020 Written by Laura Kelly Fanucci, this Minnesota resident has a passion for…

March 19, 2020Read More
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Citizens Of The World Find Inspiring Ways To Cope With COVID-19 Self-Quarantine

Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, many countries are increasing efforts in taking strict measures to curb the spread of the virus. At Good News Malaysia, we continue to be inspired by the creative ways people from all over the world are coping…

March 18, 2020Read More
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“Aku Mau Skola”: Stateless Children With A Burning Desire To Learn

For most of us in West Malaysia, we tend to overlook ongoing issues across the South China Sea on the Malaysian part of the Borneo Island. Some of us still think that Sabah and Sarawak are completely different countries and thus, have stayed rather detached from the social, cultural and…

March 13, 2020Read More
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Komuniti Tukang Jahit (KTJ): Empowering B40 Women One Day At A Time

Back in 2018, Sue Yii, the founder of startup, Royale Demure, a fashion production house which also assists designers to crowdfund and start their own fashion line, faced a stumbling block – manufacturers of clothing were operating on a minimum order rather than big bulk orders. She turned to independent…

March 9, 2020Read More
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Inspiring Female-Led Movies To Watch On International Women’s Day 2020

In conjunction with International Women’s Day 2020, we feature some iconic movies celebrating the true spirit of inspirational and independent women – passion and resilience. Hidden Figures (2016) Source: IMDb This movie is based on real-life experiences of three African American women –Katherine, Mary and Dorthy who worked in NASA…

March 7, 2020Read More
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Australian Mom Gets In Character To Spread Joy And Positivity!

If you happen to be in the town of Mandurah, Australia, chances are you might bump into a bubbly lady dressed as Wally! The lady spreading joy and positivity in her community is none other than Lisa Kelly or Mrs Kelly, a mother and Mandurah resident since 1970. Wally is…

March 2, 2020Read More
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An Eco-Activist Just Turned Abandoned Tents From Music Festivals Into Fashion Forward Clothing!

Fancy wearing some trendy clothing made from recycled tents? James Marshall recently created a buzz with his clothing line at a recent fashion show in London.Source: South West News Service 24-year-old James Marshall’s apparel, 10T, recently debuted at Absolut Trash, London’s first fashion show featuring sustainable fashion. What’s special about…

February 28, 2020Read More
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Piano Prodigy Hits All The Right Notes Despite Blindness, Now Scientists Are Studying Him!

18-year-old Matthew Whitaker from New Jersey was born without sight. In fact, he was born prematurely and was given less than 50 per cent chance of survival. 3 -year-old Matthew.Source: May and Moses Whitaker/newjersey.com Yet, as a toddler, he was drawn to the keyboard and soon started playing nursery rhymes.…

February 24, 2020Read More
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Remembering KS Maniam, A Malaysian Literary Giant

The Malaysian literary scene recently lost one of its most prominent members, KS Maniam, who succumbed to his battle with cancer on 19 February 2020. Source: The Star Most Malaysians remember his novel, The Return, originally published in 1981 which was a popular reading material in secondary schools in the…

February 22, 2020Read More
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V Unbeatable Brings The House Down At AGT : The Champions 2

Setting the bar high with their nerve-racking, gravity-defying performances, Mumbai-based dance group V Unbeatable has definitely lived up to its name having finally clinched the winning trophy of America’s Got Talent: The Champions 2! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1CFFwN16b0#action=share In a gripping season finale, this super talented Indian dance group found international glory with…

February 19, 2020Read More
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5 Famous Quotes By Toni Morrison On Life

Toni Morrison, born Chloe Ardelia Wofford on February 18, 1931 grew up in a poor working-class family in Lorrain, Ohio. Her father, George Wofford worked as a welder and her mother, Ramah Wofford was a homemaker. One of the greatest lessons passed down by her parents took place when she…

February 18, 2020Read More
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Growing Together In Love For More Than Four Decades

Here’s a heartwarming love story, the kind movies are made of! 81-year-old Prof Datuk Dr Khairuddin Yusof and 75-year-old Datin Khairiah Khairuddin’s met each other unexpectedly. Source: The Star More than four decades ago when they first met, both were coping with personal hardships – Dr Khairuddin had just lost his…

February 14, 2020Read More
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Summia’s ‘Rhode’ To Success

Summia Tora’s journey to gain an education let alone make it as a Rhodes Scholar is nothing less than remarkable. An Afghan refugee whose family fled to Pakistan in the 1990s due to the emergence of the Taliban, Summia’s early memories of her childhood include a single bedroom in a…

February 14, 2020Read More
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This New York Deli Takes Customer Service To A Whole New Level

Customers at Lucky Candy in the Bronx located in New York City are in for a surprise! Thanks to 20-year-old cashier, Ahmed Alwan who devised a game to play with shoppers. The rules are quite simple: Solve a simple math problem and you get to take any item off the…

February 12, 2020Read More
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‘Parasite’ Historic Win Tops Celebration Of Diversity And Inclusion At The Oscars

The South Korean comedy-drama, ‘Parasite’ about a poor family who infiltrates a wealthy household only to learn some dark secrets, took home all the top spots at the 92nd Academy Awards ceremony held on Sunday, 9th February 2020. The foreign language film was the first in the history of the…

February 11, 2020Read More
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“Old Cat” And Squad Rescue Abandoned Pets In Wuhan

43-year-old Lao Mao or fondly known as “Old Cat”, a Wuhan native gained worldwide attention for his efforts in saving abandoned pets in the centre of the Coronavirus outbreak. As reported via Reuters, he resorted to extreme measures to rescue pets left alone by their owners in the virus-stricken capital.…

February 10, 2020Read More
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Rome’s “Chef of the Poor”

Meet 90-year-old Dino Impagliazzo, a man with a passion for feeding the poor. For the past 15 years, he has dedicated his life to feed the poor and homeless in Rome including areas around the Vatican City in Italy. A master chef in his own right, Impagliazzo who once worked…

February 7, 2020Read More
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Meet Renee Pillai, The First Malaysian Screenwriter To Gain Recognition In Hollywood!

Let’s give a big round of applause to Renee! In November 2019, Renee Pillai, a freelance writer for many years, became the first Malaysian screenwriter to win the Academy Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting, a renowned screenwriting fellowship programme by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (yes, the body…

February 6, 2020Read More
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Paying Homage To A Malaysian Icon, Toh Puan Uma Sambanthan

For Toh Puan Umasundari Sambanthan it was vital to raise awareness among rural women of the benefits of Malayan citizenship. Her lifelong battle has been to bring uneducated rubber-tappers into mainstream national life. As the wife to one of the founding fathers of Malaysia, the late Tun VT Sambanthan, she…

February 3, 2020Read More
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Celebrating The Legacy Of NBA Legend, Kobe Bryant Through His Inspiring Words

Millions of basketball fans, fellow athletes, celebrities and the world at large mourned the tragic death of retired Los Angeles Lakers all-star, Kobe Bryant alongside his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna and seven others in a helicopter crash in Southern California on Sunday. The 41-year-old was more than just an athlete. He…

January 28, 2020Read More
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CNY 2020 Ads That #CelebrateGoodness

Let’s face it, Malaysian festive ads tend to be thought-provoking, brilliant, and most definitely bring out the waterworks at times! We’re certain in the past years, you would have seen many visually appealing Chinese New Year advertisements. Without further ado, we highlight this year’s Lunar New Year ads to get…

January 24, 2020Read More
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Malaysian Boy Becomes Most Recent Youngest Mensa Member

Metro UK recently reported the latest addition to MENSA is none other than 3-year-old Malaysian boy, Muhammad Haryz Nadzim. Source: Metro UK/Nur Anira Asyikin Hashim With a remarkable IQ score of 142 on the Stanford Binet test, the lil’ genius was invited to join the British Mensa, the largest and…

January 21, 2020Read More
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Meet The First HIV Positive Commercial Pilot In Europe And His Battle Against Discrimination

James Bushe made history when he recently became the first HIV-positive person to qualify as a commercial pilot in Europe after battling the status quo since 2017. Initially using the pseudonym “@PilotAnthony”, James was unable to become a pilot due to his HIV status. Pursuant to the Civil Aviation Authority’s…

January 14, 2020Read More
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9-Year-Old Benjamin Uses His “Superpower” To Create Impressive Artwork

Not even dyslexia can stop Canadian, Benjamin Russo from using his “superpower” to create a stunning portait of WWE star, John Cena. Guess what the portrait is made of? Rubik’s cubes…750 rubik’s cubes to be exact! According to the nine-year-old’s mother, Melanie Russo, although dyslexia made it difficult for him…

January 13, 2020Read More
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Uber Driver With Student Debt Gets A Helping Hand From Passenger

43-year-old single mother, Latonya Young, an Uber driver by night was in for a pleasant surprise from one generous passenger! Latonya and Kevin at the former’s graduation ceremony from Georgia State University. Kevin was the Good Samaritan who paid off her college debt. Source: Facebook/Latonya Young Young hit some pretty…

January 9, 2020Read More
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Awkwafina’s Historic Golden Globes Win

Nora Lum or popularly known as rapper and actor, Awkwafina made history on Sunday night at the 77th Golden Globe Awards as the FIRST Asian-American to win the Best Actress In A Motion Picture-Musical or Comedy category for her role in “The Farewell”. Source: Wikipedia The movie directed by Lulu…

January 7, 2020Read More
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An Emerging Malaysian Fashion Designer To Watch

29-year-old Nikki Dhillon, a Malaysian fashion designer continues to turn heads with her unique brand of fashion and independent clothing label Nikki D Couture, featuring Indo-Western designs. Despite making a name for herself as a model and international make-up artist, designing clothes was always something Nikki had dreamed of doing.…

January 6, 2020Read More
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Two US-based Malaysian Female Producers Vying For Oscar Nomination 2020

Winning an Oscar is every filmmaker’s ultimate dream. For Malaysian producers, Poh Si Teng and Cheyenne Tan, their ultimate dream may just come true, as their documentary St. Louis Superman has been shortlisted for Best Documentary (Short Subject) at the 2020 Oscars – out of a pool of 96 short…

January 3, 2020Read More
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5 Motivational Quotes To Get You Prepared For 2020

It’s the last Monday of 2019!  As another year draws to an end, a new year filled with renewed hope and new beginnings are upon us once again. What better way to get through this Monday then to sit back and reflect on some amazing quotes from famous writers, authors…

December 30, 2019Read More
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7 Days, 7 Ways – Celebrate Diversity This Christmas!

Ignite the holiday spirit by celebrating diversity this Christmas & New Year! As the final page of the yearly calendar draws near, the countdown to the holiday season begins and excitement for the last day of 2019 is in the air. When celebrations take place, they often turn into activities…

December 24, 2019Read More
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7 Days, 7 Ways – Get Gut Friendly This Festive Season

With Christmas just days away, being kind to your gut may sound impossible considering the pre-Christmas carb-laden lunches, boozy festive parties and snacking on pies (yum!). And it’s only going to get deliciously complicated, as parties ramp up and that much anticipated visit from the man in the red suit…

December 23, 2019Read More
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7 Days, 7 Ways To Christmas

Can’t Wait To Get Into the Christmas Spirit?  Although Malaysia is not exactly your ideal place for a white Christmas, the spirit of the season is still felt all around! – no wonder, it is known as the wonderful time of the year! Every Malaysian, no matter who they are,…

December 19, 2019Read More
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“Grandma Christmas” Spends Entire Year Packing Goodies For Those In Need

Fran Clark, 80, a grandmother from Bristol has become the talk of the town this Christmas season for her incredible generosity – spending the whole year filling 500 shoe boxes with Christmas goodies for the underprivileged! According to The Independent, Fran first started this initiative four years ago in response…

December 17, 2019Read More
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In Honour of the “Son of Afghanistan”: Kaka Murad

He was affectionately known as Kaka Murad (Uncle Murad) having gained the love and respect of many people in Afghanistan for his humanitarian work spanning three decades. Tetsu Nakamura was his name. Let us remember his legacy of courage and #celebrategoodness.  Dr Tetsu Nakamura’s career did not begin as a…

December 16, 2019Read More
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Meet These Lifelong Learners Who Graduated With A University Qualification!

“It’s never too late to learn” – a shining example would be these four elderly Malaysians who recently graduated with university level qualifications from the Wawasan Open University. Madam Kamilia Tan Abdullah. Source: China Press Setting a record of her own is 76-year-old Madam Kamilia Tan Abdullah, the oldest graduate…

December 13, 2019Read More
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Mary Mac’s “Memory Bears” With A Healing Touch

Here’s a heartwarming story all the way from Scotland as Christmas draws near! Meet 21-year-old fashion tech student, Mary MacInnes, the brainchild of “Memory Bears”. Six years ago, this young seamstress who started sewing at a very young age, discovered a unique way of helping people in bereavement  – special…

December 12, 2019Read More
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History Repeats Itself: Kisona and Lee Win Gold In SEA Games 2019 Badminton Singles!

After 46 years, Malaysia has reclaimed its glory with a clean sweep of the badminton singles titles. Both Kisona Selvaduray and Lee Zii Jia, aged 21, secured gold medals in the badminton singles category in Manila yesterday. The last time we savoured the same victory was when Punch Gunalan and…

December 10, 2019Read More
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Kindred Spirits Set Up “Puppy’s Loving Home”

The special connection between a carpenter and his wife is their love for stray dogs. In fact, the middle-aged couple, Thean Yoon Wah and Chan Li Yan run “Puppy’s Loving Home”, a shelter home for abandoned dogs located in Serendah, Hulu Selangor. Given his skills in carpentry, Mr. Thean builds…

December 6, 2019Read More
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Zlwin Chew’s Magical Success Story

Meet Zlwin Chew, one of Malaysia’s top magician who has made a name for himself internationally. Having performed across 23 cities in 21 countries and 6 continents, Zlwin continues to strive for greater success. Yet, it was never a bed of roses for this young man from Klang. His parents…

December 5, 2019Read More
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How Social Media Made This Heartwarming Tale Possible!

Get those tissues out for this tear-jerking story! A viral story making its rounds on the Internet recently involves a RM10 note and more importantly, the touching message it bears. It all started with netizen, Hyza Ezany who received a RM10 note that had a heartbreaking message on it –…

December 3, 2019Read More
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Kind Trailer Drivers To The Rescue During The Monsoon Season

The monsoon season in Malaysia also means flash floods in many areas in the country. Navigating your daily commute can be difficult, especially if you are travelling by motorcycle. Motorcyclists often need to wait for the rain to stop completely or until the flood subsides before continuing their journey. Imagine…

December 3, 2019Read More
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Julian Yee Skates His Way To The Top!

Julian Yee has earned his place as a household name in the national figure skating arena. Not only are his impressive skating skills breathtaking, but it is also the creative element that he exercises during his performances that will blow you away. Check out some of his amazing routines at the…

December 2, 2019Read More
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4-Year-Old Down Syndrome Girl Steals The Show At Fashion Event

It was a memorable moment for four-year-old Francesca Rausi when she walked down the runway at a fashion show in Malta. The toddler melted hearts of the audience and judges alike. Despite her age, Francesca has already appeared at various fashion events. It turns out that this event was her…

December 2, 2019Read More
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This Local Entrepreneur Turned Criticism Into Fuel For Success!

“Stick and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”  Chief Operating Officer of Farm Fresh, Azmi Danial is living proof of this famous saying on how criticism is a form of motivation. In his Facebook post, Azmi recalls his humble beginnings running a dairy farm business…

November 29, 2019Read More
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Perseverance Pays Off For 25-Year-Old With Special Needs

It was a memorable day for Hussain Said when he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Malay Language and Linguistics. The 25-year-old who is wheelchair-bound had always dreamt of furthering his studies like his older siblings. Although his disability presented some challenges, he was determined to make his dreams a…

November 22, 2019Read More
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Newlyweds Invite The Homeless To Their Wedding

It was more than just a celebration of love and joy for Singaporeans, Peng Cheng Yu and Abraham Yeo when they were pronounced husband and wife at Singapore’s Yio Chu Kang Chapel. According to YMI, the couple decided to steer away from a lavish wedding reception. Instead, they spent their…

November 19, 2019Read More
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Motorcycle Gang Donates RM25K To Single Parent Raising Special Needs Children

Recently, a group of motorcyclists called “Geng Motorsport” have become known for their generosity! Last Friday, the plight of single parent from Kelantan, Mohd Zain Abdullah surfaced on the Internet. Mr. Mohd Zain, a father of three special needs children shared his struggles of raising them. As reported by Bernama,…

November 15, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Barista Wins International Latte Competition For The Second Time In A Row!

Irvine Quek Siew Lhek has outdone himself yet again by winning another international latte championship. According to The Star, Irvine successfully bagged the first spot with 73 points at the 2019 World Latte Art Battle (WLAB), beating South Korean barista, Kim Young Jin. This victory marks his second time in…

November 14, 2019Read More
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Local Restaurant Owner Feeds The Needy For Free

Mr. Badrul Jamili Kamaruddin may have just won the award for the best restaurant owner, here’s why.  Located within Kompleks Dagangan Indera Mahkota in Kuantan, Pahang, is Restoran Dapur Infaq Ummah operated by Mr Badrul where food is literally served to those in hunger! For every visit, customers can pay…

November 11, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Lawyer, Shaun Tan Is Back To Predict Newspaper Headlines 2 Weeks Ahead Of Time!

Meeting Shaun Tan for the first time is quite an experience in itself. His composed nature is perhaps attributed to his knowledge and experience as a lawyer, a Barrister-at-Law from Lincoln’s Inn, to be precise. That’s not all, he wears many hats! After a few years in legal practice, Shaun…

November 8, 2019Read More
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5 TED Talks Videos With An Empowering Message

From renowned scientists to politicians, many have graced the stage to share their ideas and humbling stories through inspirational TED Talks videos since 1984. Here are 5 TED Talks videos that resonates with just about anyone! 1. Angela Lee Duckworth, Academic On pursuing your passion and perseverance  Ever wondered why…

November 7, 2019Read More
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Mercy Malaysia Founder And Humanitarian Awarded The 2019 ASEAN Prize

She once took a bullet in her hip while on a humanitarian mission in Iraq in 2003. Since then, Tan Sri Dr. Jemilah Mahmood, the Founder of Mercy Malaysia has certainly come a long way. Recently, the local humanitarian was honoured with the 2019 ASEAN Prize for her tireless efforts…

November 7, 2019Read More
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Sixteen-Year-Old Spends Weekends As A Delivery Guy To Stand On His Own Feet

While most sixteen-year-olds are busy spending their time browsing through social media, Muhd Irwan Shah Sabarudin, has been working hard to gain experience and learn to be more independent. His story which has gone viral online came to light when Netizen, Ariffazharb came across Irwan who was having his meal…

November 6, 2019Read More
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Man Feeds 36 Elderly Cardboard Holders On His Birthday

What comes to mind when you think of birthdays? Parties? Cakes? Presents? Meet Mr. Chua from Singapore who decided to celebrate his special day in a different way! Together with the non-profit organisation, Happy People Helping People Community which offers help to the needy, Mr. Chua hosted a birthday celebration…

November 5, 2019Read More
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Empowering The Younger Generation In Performing Arts

When was the last time you ever watched a local Malaysian film? Can’t seem to remember? Well, you are not alone. In fact, the statistics by the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia, reveal a lack of support and appreciation for local movies every year. One of the many reasons is…

November 4, 2019Read More
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Sister Sacrifices Her Own Health To Treat Brother’s Illness

Unconditional love – in its simplest form means to love a person without limitations. The question then arises, how far are we willing to go for our loved ones? In this regard, 24-year-old Wu Huayuan’s story is certainly an inspiring one. Growing up with her brother in China, the siblings…

November 4, 2019Read More
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Puchong Delivery Man’s Inspiring Story That Grabbed The Attention of Good Samaritans

For years, Ganesh Murthi struggled to make ends meet for his family. From working at Mcdonalds for seven years to delivery services on a freelance basis as well as a Grab Food rider, the 26-year-old worked hard in the pursuit of a better life. Yet, there was something more to…

November 1, 2019Read More
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Soh Wai Ching: Asia’s No. 1 Tower Runner Determined To Take Malaysia To Greater Heights

Malaysian citizens are often united by various things, such as our love for food and passion for sports. In fact, Malaysia is known for excelling in football, badminton, squash and has now even produced the best tower runner in Asia! Meet Soh Wai Ching, Asia’s No.1 Tower Runner and ranked…

November 1, 2019Read More
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Paralympian Celebrates His Disability With Unique Halloween Costumes

Halloween is that time of the year when various creative outfits tend to surface but Paralympian, Josh Sundquist takes it to a whole new level! Josh, a Paralympic racer, lost his left leg at the tender age of nine due to life-threatening bone cancer, Ewing’s sarcoma. The athlete never fails…

October 31, 2019Read More
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SK Sri Petaling Students Spread The Spirit Of Deepavali To Underprivileged Peers

It was a proud moment for headmistress, Noriah Mohamed when her students donated non-perishable food items to 50 other students of SK Sri Petaling. The charity drive, an initiative by the Parent-Teacher Association’s welfare, health and safety unit of SK Sri Petaling was organised to help underprivileged students of the…

October 31, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Teen Bags Silver Medal At International Ballet Competition

Meet the first Malaysian teen to win a silver medal at an international ballet competition! 17-year-old Julian Wen-Sheng took home the silver medal at the Genee International Ballet Competition 2019 held in Canada last month. This competition which was first held in 1931 is a prestigious event that celebrates the…

October 30, 2019Read More
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First Female In Malaysian History To Become The KL Deputy Police Chief Officer

The Royal Malaysia Police aka Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) has officially appointed its new deputy chief officer and its none other than Datuk Yong Lei Choo! The transfer directive issued by the Bukit Aman Police Headquarters was effective last Friday (25 November 2019) marking a historical moment in the Malaysian…

October 29, 2019Read More
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Deepavali Mode Activated! Watch These Inspiring Festive Ads To Brighten Your Celebration

Deepavali is a festival that represents the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness. In fact, Deepavali actually translates into “row of lamps”, as Indians light oil lamps during this time to rid themselves of spiritual darkness. Deepavali usually takes place at some point in October or November each…

October 25, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Scientist, Dr. Serena Honoured For Cancer Treatment Research

Yet another Malaysian making us proud in the eyes of the world! Dr. Serena Nik Zainal, a UK-based scientist was recently honoured with the Dr Josef Cancer Research Prize 2019 for her breakthrough cancer research – “Accelerating holistic cancer genome interpretation towards the clinic” which explores new possibilities of cancer…

October 24, 2019Read More
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Khaleeda’s Quest To Empower Young Girls

There seems to be an unspoken stigma surrounding the topic of sex and the menstrual cycle. Though it is a prevalent issue among youths these days, the topic is only discussed in a discreet manner. “People will obviously give you awkward glances if you were to have an open discussion…

October 18, 2019Read More
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Daniel Adams’ Thought-Provoking Images

Malaysian photographer, Daniel Adams made his mark in the world of photography with unique projects where images seek to challenge common stereotypes in society. His project, ‘Why Is Your English So Good?’ which went viral worldwide via The Guardian UK, portrays casual racism encountered by young Malaysians studying or working…

October 14, 2019Read More
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Granny Kim: Age Is NO Barrier To Learn The Piano

“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter” – Mark Twain. Learning is a lifelong journey. Whether it is formal education or acquiring skills, making an attempt to pursue something new can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience for anyone, including septuagenarian Madam…

October 11, 2019Read More
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Meet Sheeren Ajani, The Law Student Bent On Empowering The Orang Asli Community

As a young girl growing up in the Orang Asli community, Shereen Ajani Abigael had always been a happy-go-lucky person. Her cheerful and friendly disposition gained her much adoration from friends and family alike. Yet, Shereen yearned to experience things outside her comfort zone and hoped to mingle with children…

October 9, 2019Read More
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Mula Zine: A Platform For Youths To Redefine The Past

Vintage yet modern, a tribute to the past and a platform for the future – that is the aesthetic Mula Zine embraces. This online magazine is not just your average e-zine but it covers more than just fashion and trends, at the core of it lies a “cultural movement dedicated…

October 9, 2019Read More
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Cancer Patient Fulfills Final Wish of Giving The Gift of Sight To The Needy

Ms. Zhao from Henan, China had always wished to donate her corneas after her death. She held on to this dream despite being a cancer patient. According to Oriental Daily, she revealed her intention to her husband and doctors. She even went a step further by including it on her…

October 8, 2019Read More
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Charlie’s Café & Bakery – Paying It Forward To The Marginalised

What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘cafe’? Great food? Good music? Fancy lattes? Sounds about right. In this day and age, the café culture in Malaysia has grown tremendously. At every corner of the street, you can find a queue of people lining up to get their…

October 7, 2019Read More
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Feisty Ratheka Inspires Beyond Her Disability

As far as first impressions go, Ratheka Mariappan, comes across as a pleasant 27-year-old lass. Yet behind her calm and pleasant nature, lies hurdles she had to overcome being born deaf and mute. The Seri Kembangan resident recently graduated with a Degree in Finance under the Faculty of Management (FOM)…

October 4, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Athlete Catapults To The World Athletics Championship Finals!

32-year-old Lee Hup Wei made history as the first Malaysian athlete to qualify for the finals in the high jump category at the prestigious World Athletics Championships 2019 held in Doha. According to the Malay Mail, Hup Wei set a new record for our nation with an impressive 2.29 metre…

October 3, 2019Read More
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This International Day of Non-Violence, Let’s Reflect On Gandhi’s Message Of Peace

To commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence observed on the 2nd of October in honour of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi who turns 150 this year, we reflect on the unique message propounded by this global icon of peace. Source: wikipedia.org Born Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the lawyer, politician, writer and…

October 2, 2019Read More
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5 Everyday Inventions Which You Never Knew Were Created By Malaysians!

Malaysia is often known for being a multicultural nation. From its colourful heritage to soaring skyscrapers, Malaysia has built a name for itself in the tourism industry. But wait, that’s not all! Did you know our country has also produced useful inventions beneficial to people around the globe? Here are…

September 26, 2019Read More
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“A Helping Paw” Short Film By Youths Wins Over Audience At Local Film Festival

Youth-led Canteen Productions consisting of five young adults, Ryan Tan, Louisa Liew, Ng Kai Yin, Tan Lee Lee, and Tee Yeou Ern are paving the way forward by raising social awareness through their latest labour of love, “A Helping Paw”, a light-hearted short film on animal-assisted therapy. The short film…

September 25, 2019Read More
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A Random Act of Kindness That Made A Struggling University Student’s Day!

We’ve all had good and bad days before. There are days when things just don’t seem to go as planned. However, netizen, Ninie’s personal encounter definitely warmed our hearts. Read on to find out why! Ninie, a Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) law student, had ran some errands at a local…

September 23, 2019Read More
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Differently-abled Youth Come Out Tops In “America’s Got Talent”

The world was first introduced to Kodi Taehyun Lee back in May this year. The blind and autistic singer impressed judges and audiences alike with his powerful vocals in the famous talent show, “America’s Got Talent”. Fast forward to the present, the 22-year-old is now officially the winner of America’s…

September 23, 2019Read More
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This Modern-Day ‘Romeo And Juliet’ Shows Us That Love Always Wins!

Clarence Tan’s love story with his wife, Edna Sophia is reminiscent of the young star-crossed lovers of William Shakespeare’s play ‘Romeo and Juliet’, only with a different twist! In a lengthy Facebook post which has since gone viral (the post garnered 72k reactions and 7.2k comments!!), Clarence details his father’s…

September 6, 2019Read More
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Autism Not A Barrier To Set A Swimming Record On National Day

Nur Dhia Izz Ashfadina Muhammad Asrie, 10, did not let autism hold her back from expressing her love for Malaysia as she swam 10 km across Selat Dinding in conjunction with National Day. To complete the swim starting from the Pangkor Jetty and ending at Weldzone Jetty in Lumut, it…

September 4, 2019Read More
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More Than Just A Pretty Face

Tiong Li San is a living example of ‘beauty with brains’. The Kuala Lumpur native rose to the top in a beauty pageant at the tender age of 17 when she crowned Miss Malaysia Tourism Metropolitan for the year 2016/17. Minutes away from crowning the next Miss Malaysia Tourism Metropolitan…

August 29, 2019Read More
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Jonathen’s Rocky Journey To Fitness

The path to attaining a healthy figure is no walk in the park. Just like any other pursuit, it requires a great amount of discipline and hard work. “It is a lengthy process but it’s also a rewarding one”, said Jonathen Louis, a 23 year old regular gym-goer. Jon as…

August 27, 2019Read More
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The Director’s Cut

Penang native, Nadiah Hamzah, became the talk of the town recently. She and two other Malaysian directors, Syed Madnuh and Emir Ezwan won the bronze medal from Cannes Lion for their public service announcements (PSAs) called “Voice of the Children”. The PSAs showcased the theme of national unity and an…

August 23, 2019Read More
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Meet The Malaysian Sikh Pipe Band That Made Us Proud In The World Championship

Yet another group of Malaysians making us proud in the international arena! Malaysia’s Sri Dasmesh Sikh pipe band from Kuala Lumpur rose to the top spot at the recent World Pipe Band Championships held in Scotland last weekend. The talented group of youngsters were named champions of Grade 4B. The…

August 22, 2019Read More
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To Sir, With Love: Remembering Cikgu Saad bin Shaari

Students and teachers alike suffered a huge loss on August 13, 2019, when Saad bin Shaari, fondly known as Cikgu Saad passed away suddenly. He was 57 years old. When the news broke out via @SPMFlix, tributes have been pouring in to honour this dedicated and caring teacher. Who is…

August 21, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Teen Scales Greater Heights

You are heading towards your final destination. You can almost see it. In fact, you are halfway there. Yet, the journey still seems so far and difficult. Somehow, everything around you seems to be preventing you from reaching there. Your inner voice is already telling you to quit. Do you…

August 20, 2019Read More
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‘Puteri Pakma’, The Superwoman of the Rainforest

Eight years ago, Ar Bayaah Mohd Zain or Abby, recalls the life-changing trip to a little village in Perak. The sight of the rainforest, in particular, the rafflesia flower left a lasting impression on her – “It was amazing and special. I’ve never seen one before”. The largest flower on…

August 19, 2019Read More
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Making Malaysia Proud

Meet Robin Ho Ming Teck, a 22 year old law graduate from Sabah, and Chan Jiing Luu, a 19 year old law student from Kajang. In August, the University of London (UOL) announced that Robin was awarded a first class law degree while Jiing Luu received the King’s College Scholarship…

August 17, 2019Read More
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Loving Wife Creates Website To Spread Positivity And Hope After Husband’s Cancer Diagnosis

Three years ago, Janet Fanaki’s husband, Adam was diagnosed with cancer. He had the most aggressive form of brain cancer, glioblastoma which took a toll on the lovely couple. “It was like a bad dream,” recalls Janet. “As soon as we knew why he was experiencing the symptoms we made it…

August 15, 2019Read More
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Nor ‘Phoenix’ Diana Rises As The First Hijabi Wrestler In The World!

By John Tan and Archana Patrick Throughout the history of wrestling, wrestlers have typically been athletic men and women. Now, there’s a new girl in town breaking barriers in the world of wrestling! Off the ring, Nor Diana is your typical girl next door. Source: Instagram/ nordianapw KL-ite, Nor Diana…

August 14, 2019Read More
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The Giant Penang Mural, A Symbol of Humility And Diligence in Multiracial Malaysia

In the spirit of Merdeka Day, here is a heartwarming story from Penang celebrating our multiracial culture. The latest talk of the town in Balik Pulau, Penang appears to be a giant mural of a bread vendor! Many of us may have fond childhood memories of our neighbourhood ‘Uncle Roti’,…

August 13, 2019Read More
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Putting Malaysia On The Map For The Treatment of Parkinson’s Patients

It’s truly special to witness fellow Malaysians making strides in accomplishing amazing feats and giving back to the community. One Malaysian making a significant difference in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease patients is Sara L.H. Lew. Lew (front, right) posing for a picture with other delegates at the 5th World…

August 13, 2019Read More
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Single mom, Mahani Udit, The ‘Jalur Gemilang’ Costume Designer

By Archana Patrick and John Tan Four years ago, when Mahani Udit, tried her hand at sewing patriotic costumes for her daughters, never in her wildest dreams did she expect to become a full-time tailor! ‘When I first made the Merdeka costume, it was just to test how far I…

August 11, 2019Read More
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Celebrating 3 Inspiring Indigenous Activists

August 9th commemorates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, a worldwide celebration that honours the inaugural session of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations at the United Nations in 1982. The theme for 2019 is Indigenous Languages, focusing on preserving, promoting, and revitalising the various Indigenous languages. This…

August 9, 2019Read More
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5 Ways To Survive The Haze

By Archana Patrick and John Tan Fellow Malaysians, let’s talk about the trending topic recently….the haze is BACK! We are well aware of its harmful effects which include respiratory problems and even premature death! Those in the high risk category include children, women who are pregnant, senior citizens and those…

August 8, 2019Read More
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How A Daughter’s Kindness Inspired Her Mother’s Generosity

It started off like a regular day for Carrie Jernigan when she went shopping with her kids to the local mall. Little did she know that her daughter had other plans. As they were shopping at Payless Shoe Store, her daughter surprised her with a question – ‘There is a…

August 7, 2019Read More
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Klang-born Comedian Taking The Stage By Storm

Born and raised in Klang, Harresh A.U. is one of the hottest new faces of Malaysian comedy. His stage name A.U are initials of his parents name – Asohan and Usha. Harresh in his element at Merdekaraya.Source: Facebook/photaigraphy Inspired by his father’s antics during his childhood, he takes up the…

August 6, 2019Read More
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Krishnan’s Moo-ving Story

Meet Krishnan, The Caregiver for Cows 72-year-old Krishnan Nanupillai, dedicates his days caring for close to 500 cows, oxen, bulls and calves throughout the city of Vrindavan in India’s Uttar Pradesh. Embracing a ‘resident’ of the shelter.Source: Facebook/Krishnan Nanupillai The Perak-born animal lover left his high paying job of managing…

August 5, 2019Read More
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Malaysia’s Wang Zihui Receives Standing Ovation In China

21-year-old, Wang Zihui created a buzz on the Internet last month and continues to be the talk of the town when she impressed judges in a China’s talent show, ‘The Coming One’. Watch Zihui’s performance below. During her audition, Zihui performed an original reggae song titled, ‘I Don’t Understand, You…

August 5, 2019Read More
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Part-Time Uni Cleaner Now First Class Graduate Who Won Praises From Malaysian Ruler

If there was a “Best Son” award, it would definitely go to 23-year-old, Muhammad Afiq Ismail! (WARNING: This heartwarming story may cause you to tear!) While he was pursuing his degree studies in the United Kingdom, Afiq worked as a cleaner on a part-time basis at the University of Essex.…

August 2, 2019Read More
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Here’s How Lilly Singh’s Upcoming Late Night Show Is Set To Make History!

By John Tan and Archana Patrick YouTube superstar, Lilly Singh needs no introduction. Dubbed, ‘Superwoman’, she has built a name for herself as a charismatic personality with over 14 million subscribers. She even authored her own book, ‘How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life’. Now, she is…

August 1, 2019Read More
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3 Valuable Qualities Children Can Learn From Superheroes

It’s safe to say that many kids and adults look up to superheroes and it’s easy to see why- they’re super cool! You don’t see a regular guy turning into a big green beast in real life and it’s something to gawk at. However, superheroes are more than just spectacle…

July 31, 2019Read More
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The Friendly Neighbour

Back in 2013, a Japanese man named Hiroshi Yamashita wrote a sweet note for his new American neighbour which went viral on the Internet. The American couple, Theresa and her husband had just moved to Yokosuka and decided to the gift their new neighbours beer and chocolate as a friendly…

July 29, 2019Read More
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Finding His Voice Behind The Camera

Ammar Adzim, a young director recalls the exact moment he fell in love with filmmaking – “I fell in love with it when I realised how much freedom I had to create a piece.” At the age of 14, Ammar was required to shoot a short film on the Ramadan…

July 26, 2019Read More
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Malaysian, Wei Ying Secures Bronze At Deaflympics

She’s done it again! After her victory at the 2017 Deaflympics, Boon Wei Ying has again made the country proud with her recent win at the World Deaf Badminton Championships. The Melaka native earned a bronze medal after her winning streak at the court in Taiwan on Sunday. Wei Ying…

July 24, 2019Read More
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Life Lessons From 10 Amazing Disney Characters

By Archana Patrick and John Tan No one can deny that Disney movies are awesome! Whether you are 6 or 36, Disney movies are nostalgic and embody a special part of our childhood. The amazing life lessons interwoven in each film continues to captivate generation after generation of viewers to…

July 23, 2019Read More
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Kedah Teacher Becomes The First Malaysian Selected For CERN

Norhailmi Abdul Mutalib, fondly known as Cikgu Hailmi to his students, is all smiles as he will go down in history as the first Malaysian teacher to be selected for CERN’s 2019 High School Teacher Programme. The project caters to science tutors all around the globe. It aims to spread…

July 23, 2019Read More
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A Street Cat Named ‘Ungkalicious’ Now An International Show Feline!

It was a big day for ‘Ungkalicious’ at the Terengganu CFA International Cat Show 2019. The one-eyed cat that weighs 5.8kg won the sixth place in the Household Pet category – all thanks to a cat-loving couple! Rozita Haron and Mohd Fizi who care for the cute feline, describes their…

July 22, 2019Read More
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The Power of A Mother’s Love

American author, Agatha Christie once said that – ‘A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dates all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.’  This definitely rings true in Zou Hongyan’s case!  …

July 22, 2019Read More
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It’s The 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 AND Google Made a Special Doodle!

By Archana Patrick and John Tan On this day, July 20, millions of people tuned in to watch the first space mission to the moon, dubbed ‘Apollo 11’, after the space vehicle transporting astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The iconic moment in history was the famous words uttered by…

July 20, 2019Read More
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4 Famous Quotes From Nelson Mandela That Resonate Even Today

Nelson Mandela is one of history’s most influential and inspirational figures. Around the globe, Mandela’s legacy shines as a beacon of hope and a reflection of noble qualities one should strive for. Mandela or fondly known as ‘Madiba’ was a firm believer in equal rights for all. The icon spent…

July 18, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Songstress Is On Iconic New York Times Square Billboard AGAIN!

  It seems like it was only yesterday that we were first introduced to Yuna as a contestant in ‘One in a Million’. Even back in 2006, this Kedah-born lass’s singing prowess was set for stardom.   Despite not winning the competition, the songstress gained popularity for releasing original tunes…

July 18, 2019Read More
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Meet Jaxon, The Toddler Who Conquered Britain’s Three Highest Mountains!

Jaxon Krzysik may only be three years old yet he has already made his mark as the youngest person ever to climb three of the highest mountains in Britain! The young mountaineer has climbed Mount Snowdon in Wales (1085m high), Scafell Pike (England, 978m) and Ben Nevis (Scotland, 1345m). While…

July 17, 2019Read More
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Brainy Pageant Queen Secures Her Place in Malaysia Book of Records

Oops, she did it again! Former Miss World Malaysia, Soo Wincci has earned her place in Malaysia’s Book of Records yet again. This time around, the beauty queen was awarded with not one but two titles! Yup, you heard that right! In 2016, Soo first earned a spot when she…

July 15, 2019Read More
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Daniel Lee’s Inspiring Tale Of Grit And Determination

At the tender age of three, Daniel Lee was diagnosed with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Type 1) also known as ‘brittle bone disease’. Basically, it is an incurable condition that makes him vulnerable and even the slightest fall could damage his bones permanently – “When I turned two, I started to fall…

July 12, 2019Read More
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Meet Ian Wong, A Budding Young Artist With Autism

In the eyes of a mother Artworks by artists living with autism.Source: Facebook/Autism Art Gallery “Autism is a developmental disorder that causes difficulties in communication and social interaction. There are different degrees of severity, ranging from very mild to very severe. In cases of mild autism, the individual can go…

July 10, 2019Read More
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From A Felda Settler To Malaysia’s Leading Celebrity Chef

Datuk Redzuawan Ismail, famously known as Chef Wan has always been passionate about food and cooking. In fact, his culinary journey first began when he was a kid. He vividly remembers how he would assist his mother, Ms. Noraini Abdullah in the kitchen to prepare food for sale after his…

July 9, 2019Read More
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The Octogenarian From Puchong Who Cares For His Neighbourhood Park

As a frequent visitor of Wawasan Recreational Park, Lee Kim Siew, also known as ‘Uncle Lee’ is adored by regular park goers. This octogenarian, a former headmaster is often greeted in Cantonese by other park goers. It is not merely his warm personality that resonates with people, but also his…

July 9, 2019Read More
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“Happy” Singer Offers Internship to Harlem Graduates

Grammy Award-winning artist, Pharrell Williams gave the Class of 2019 of the Harlem Children’s Zone Promise Academy a reason ‘to clap along because they are happy’ as soon as he made a special announcement at their graduation ceremony. During his commencement speech, the singer promised each of the 114 students…

July 8, 2019Read More
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Malaysian Scrabble Player Is WORLD NO. 1!

Scrabble is a pretty familiar game to many of us. We’ve either played it, seen other people play it or heard it mentioned in passing. It’s a fun game but some people take it quite seriously and that’s a good thing, otherwise our nation wouldn’t be home to the World…

July 8, 2019Read More
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“When One Door Closes, Another Opens”

By Chee Swee Yoke When Joe Chang first stepped into the local entertainment scene, he had no aspirations of becoming a radio host. In fact, he intended to pursue a career in music having participated in singing competitions with his friends. In 2010, he came in fourth on Astro Star…

July 5, 2019Read More
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The Man Behind 99 Speedmart

Lee Thiam Wah, born in 1954, had a severe case of polio which caused him to be crippled when he was just eight months old. He was bound to a wheelchair for the rest of his life and could only attend school until Standard Six as it was hard for…

July 5, 2019Read More
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Malaysian-born Animator Makes Her Mark In Hollywood

It was a dream come true for 26-year-old, Andrea Goh Siau Wei when she first secured an internship with Disney Pixar three years ago. The Malaysian talent was brought on board as a technical director intern. Since then, Andrea has built a name for herself in the world of digital…

July 4, 2019Read More
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Making A Difference Through Music

It was a memorable day for Malini Nageswaran and her husband, Vinesh Kumar Palani when the children of Pure Life Society shelter home performed a string of musical numbers for their ’graduation night’. Along with her husband, Malini couldn’t be more proud of her students. The couple has been providing…

July 4, 2019Read More
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Rose Quek – A Bullying Survivor’s Success Story

In Malaysia, over 14,000 cases of bullying have been reported from the year 2012 to 2015 (source: HAKAM Report, Jan 2018). These staggering facts reveal that bullying, in particular, physical bullying has become a common phenomenon in schools across the country. Growing up, Rose Quek was always picked on for…

July 3, 2019Read More
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It’s Never Too Late To Start Something New

“I went into farming because I saw agriculture as an important pillar of our economy.” When he decided to move on to greener pastures, Jerome Ragavan meant that quite literally. With a background in engineering and management; having worked for close to 30 years in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, Jerome…

July 3, 2019Read More
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Young Baker Who Donates Pastries to the Homeless

A feel good story making its rounds on the Internet recently features Michael Platt, a thirteen year old from Bowie, Maryland with a passion for two things – Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and cupcakes! Micheal’s fascination with Rev. Martin Luther King Jr began when he was often found daydreaming…

July 2, 2019Read More
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The Queen of Hearts for a Reason

Today, marks what would have been the 58th birthday of the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Despite her tragic death 22 years ago, her legacy still lives on. During her time as a member of the British royal family, Diana dubbed ‘the people’s princess’ for being emphatic and expressive, utilised…

July 1, 2019Read More
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Making ‘HERstory’ – Athirah, The First Malaysian Female Underwater Welder

Underwater welding is among the world’s most life-threatening occupation. Welders are required to work in deep and risky environments with minimal visibility. More specifically, their job scope requires them to repair ships, dams, pipelines, and offshore drilling rigs, locks and sub-sea habits. Yet, Malaysia’s first female underwater welder, Nur Izzati…

June 28, 2019Read More
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6 Songs That Are Pure Inspo

Music has the power to do remarkable things. The songs we listen to have the power to inspire us to do better, lift our spirits up when we are down and even teach us to appreciate the beauty around us. There are a multitude of inspirational songs out there and…

June 27, 2019Read More
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Ace Swimmer Who Beat The Odds Despite 17 Surgeries and 32 Metal Rods

Niranjan Mukundan, a 24 year old para swimmer from India recently made his country proud at the Norwegian Swimming Championships 2019 (Ado Cup). Niranjan took home not one but 5 gold medals in the swimming competition. He won in the 50 metre butterfly, 200 metre IM (Individual medley), 200 metre…

June 26, 2019Read More
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Inspiring Words To Live By Everyday

The best part about the graduation season in the United States would definitely be the nuggets of wisdom from commencement speeches by famous public figures. Here are some of the best inspirational words to live by for just about anyone out there! 1. Oprah Winfrey, media mogul On success and…

June 25, 2019Read More
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Now Everyone Can Enjoy This Elderly Couple’s Love For Wonton At Only 10 Cents!

If you have been down the roads of Penang, you may have come across or heard of hawker stall owner, Mr. Gan Seng Lean. This octogenarian is famous for selling wontons at only 10 cents each while his wonton noodles is only priced at RM3. “You cannot find any wonton…

June 24, 2019Read More
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The Power of Yoga

‘Yoga’ is the physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. The word itself is derived from Sanskrit which means join or to unite, representing the union of body and consciousness. Today, the practice of yoga has gained universal appeal. In 2014, the United Nations declared 21 June…

June 21, 2019Read More
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Raleigh Boy Bullied for Cancer Gets Golden Buzzer at America’s Got Talent

Tyler Butler- Figueroa may only be a fifth grader at Walnut Creek Elementary in Raleigh, yet his story is nothing short of amazing. At the age of four, Tyler’s mother learned that her baby boy had cancer. His illness first came to light when she suspected something was wrong at…

June 19, 2019Read More
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Queen Elizabeth II Honours Malaysian-Born Entrepreneur, Maha Sinnathamby

Malaysian-born entrepreneur, Maha Sinnathamby has made Malaysia proud with his recent achievement. Sinnathamby who is the chairman and founder of Australia’s Springfield City Group has been bestowed with the award of an Appointment as a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia (General Division) by Queen Elizabeth II in her…

June 18, 2019Read More
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Finding Fortitude Through Her Battles

“Don’t ever dream about being able to walk again”. Imagine being a 23-year-old with a bright future ahead of you, very content with where you are mentally, emotionally and physically but in a blink of an eye, hearing those 9 words being thrown at you; those were the very words…

June 17, 2019Read More
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Newly Crowned Malaysian Beauty Silences Online Haters With Message of Peace and Love

Many of us may recall watching Amelia Henderson in various advertisements and shows on television in the past. She first dabbled in the performing arts scene when she starred in Peter Pan-The Musical at Istana Budaya in 2007 as a 12-year-old. Her television series and dramas include Millennium Child, Warna…

June 17, 2019Read More
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Little Einstein In The Making

What comes to mind when you think of a nine year old? Toys? Sweets? Cartoons? Sounds about right. In a world where achievements are highly looked upon, we don’t often associate young kids with it, but Ilakeyan Thiagarajan broke this social norm. At the tender age of nine, Ilakeyan has…

June 13, 2019Read More
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How The Power of Coming Together Changed A Cambodian Boy’s Life

Last November, the world first heard about a Cambodian souvenir seller boy, Thaksin on social media. Thaksin, also known as Thuch Salik became an internet sensation when he impressed a Malaysian tourist, Venus Gwc, while selling souvenirs in Ta Prohm Temple. The tourist hailing from Penang was so moved by…

June 12, 2019Read More
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A ‘Sightless’ Perspective

Not even the omniscient Google can explain this mysterious rare condition. 32-year-old Marianne Liaw Sook Huei has never really been in good health since young, but just when she thought things couldn’t get any worse, a bizarre degenerative disease dealt her another blow in 2013. Like a crumbling house of…

June 10, 2019Read More
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Young Malaysian Achievers Who Will Make You Say “Cayalah!”

Cayalah: A Malay slang word which is basically an exclamation similar to ‘awesome’ or ‘cool’ [Fuh, kau dapat straight A’s! Cayalah! / Wow, you got straight A’s! Awesome!] Here are four interesting stories that have gone viral across the Internet. Who knew that we had such outstanding homegrown talents? In…

May 31, 2019Read More
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The True Spirit of 1Malaysia This Ramadan Season

With the end of Ramadan drawing close, let’s recap some of the heartwarming stories which showcase the spirit of 1Malaysia this Ramadan season. Heart of gold: Uncle Lim and his adopted Muslim children 74-year-old, Lim Peng Chik from Ipoh was applauded by fellow Malaysians in raising his four adopted Muslim…

May 30, 2019Read More
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Hear YAE! Hear YAE! How One Art Entrepreneur Programme is Transforming Lives

We had the pleasure of learning more about the National Visual Arts Gallery’s (NAG) Young Art Entrepreneur Programme or YAE! (Pronounced YAY!). Let’s take this tour and get to know 12 really cool artists setting the bar on another level altogether. We are loving what we see! #YAE Source: https://tenor.com/view/asho-mona-lisa-gif-7291372…

May 29, 2019Read More
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A Mile Away – The Hitchhiking Tales of A #CancerFighterMalaysia

By Naveendran a/l Jayabalan, Brenda Lim Kuan Lin, Russell Felix Cheah, and Tan Khai Shin Pahang native, Mohamad Zaki Yamani bin Azman, was only in his mid-20s when he was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin Lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. In 2017, having battled the disease for three years,…

May 27, 2019Read More
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Teaching Is ‘Heart’ Work!

Teachers’ Day may be over yet educators who go the extra mile to empower our future generation should always be celebrated! Here are the inspirational stories of two young English teachers, Cikgu Soonufat Supramaniam aged 29 and Cikgu Samuel Isaiah aged 32 and how their ingenious teaching methods made a…

May 24, 2019Read More
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Animals. Zoo Negara. Our OMG-ADORABLE Meter Has Just Exploded!

We are certain that you will be in agreement when we say this: Zoos are AWESOME! And if you have not been to a Zoo in your childhood days, you are definitely missing out! Let’s talk about one specific zoo right now, because we think it is way more interesting…

May 23, 2019Read More
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Life Was Her ‘Teacher’

Around the college campus, everyone knew Soundaraammal, aged 79, as the ‘Scavenger’. She was always hard at work cleaning the compound and street which housed one of Southern India’s most reputable private women’s college in the city of Trichy, located along the Kaveri River in Tamil Nadu, India. Despite the…

May 16, 2019Read More
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Running At 104: If You Fail, Try And Try Again!

Ida Keeling from Harlem, New York who celebrates her 104th birthday today (she was born on 15 May 1915!) is not your typical runner. She was 67 when she first started running, as a form of therapy after losing her two sons to drug-related violence. In 1982, Ida participated in a…

May 15, 2019Read More
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Teddy Mobile Clinic On A Mission To Help The Forsaken

By Shasidharan a/l Kesavan, Russell Felix Cheah, Yap Jo Yen, Tan Khai Shin, Dhivanesh Naiidu a/l Uthaiya Sangar and Naveendran a/l Jayabalan Follow the inspirational story of Dr S. Madhusudhan and his dedicated team of volunteers at the Teddy Mobile Clinic (TMC), a medical haven to the homeless and less…

May 13, 2019Read More
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Not All Heroes Wear Capes

These two stories perfectly fits the saying above! Penangite who spends more than half of salary to feed strays Anfalazie Anuar or Ann, from Butterworth, Penang, recently gained much attention following an online post which revealed the sacrifice he makes just to feed stray cats and dogs around Bukit Mertajam.…

May 10, 2019Read More
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‘Mama’ Margaret A Winner With Kids From Broken Families

Philanthropy was always in Margaret Kogilavani’s mind but it was a chance sighting of two very small destitute children and tracking them to their slum dwelling that actually made her seriously go into community service full-time. That was almost a decade ago when the successful career-cum-businesswoman decided to leave her…

May 6, 2019Read More
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The Chromosome Chronicles

My name is Dermot Devlin, I come from a small village called Greencastle in Co. Tyrone, Ireland. Much like Greencastle, I am small, too. How it all began… So let’s start from the beginning, I was born on the 3rd of December, 1979 and had breathing problems, so was immediately…

May 3, 2019Read More
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How Writing Saved A Young Man’s Life

It may sound cliché, but 2018 may well have been the year Sarjeen Thiagendran wrote for his life. A cancer survivor, Sarjeen’s story is one of courage, sacrifice and sheer determination. He has literally been to the edge and back, and yet, here he is today –at 21 years of…

April 30, 2019Read More
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Meet A True Malayan Railways Stalwart

Major (B) Ir. P. Sathyamoorthy is an 81-year-old octogenarian who loves pottering about in the garden of his bungalow in Bangsar- tending to his plants, especially his bananas, plucking them at just the right time for his trademark “kerepek pisang”. From garden to table he makes the delicacy from scratch,…

April 22, 2019Read More
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Georgia Knoll’s Journey To Achieve Her Dream As A Flight Attendant

Three years ago, Georgia Knoll, a Down Syndrome woman, broke the Internet with a video of her photobombing a Channel 7NEWS Mackay live coverage at a mall in Australia. This time around, Georgia, now aged 25, continues to put a smile on faces worldwide by living her dream as a…

April 18, 2019Read More
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Imagine’s Mary Robinson Named 2019 CNN Hero Nominee

Learning to cope with grief and dealing with the loss of a parent is never easy for children and young adults. Statistics based on the Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model, reveals the stark reality that an estimated 1 out of 15 children in the United States will have to cope with…

April 16, 2019Read More
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Natthanan, The Young Thai Make-Up Star 

Natthanan was only 5-years-old when her mother first started posting her daughter’s make-up tutorials on YouTube. As she grew older, Natthanan’s impressive make-up skills and talent quickly garnered a large following on her YouTube channel called “Nongpearpaplern”. Accordingly, her fan base has also grown immensely with over 800,000 followers on…

April 12, 2019Read More
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Staying Fit at 76: Meet UK’s Oldest Ironman Triathlete

Edwina Brocklesby is the director of Silverfit, a charity that promotes physical activity among ageing people. She is also the UK’s oldest Ironman triathlete. She was recently awarded the British Empire Medal > She did not exercise until she was 50. > Ran her first marathon in 1996, when she…

April 11, 2019Read More
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Man Studies Law To Win Back Family Land Lost 23 Years Ago

Jordan Kinyera had a legitimate reason in wanting to become a lawyer. After all, when he was a child, he had seen his family’s fortune taking a tumble as a result of a legal dispute. And he wanted to correct that injustice. The backstory to his tale is this: Kinyera,…

April 4, 2019Read More
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Wearing It Blue for Autism – #MyGadisManis

Thila Laxshman may be best known for her singing prowess or even her days as a leading actress, producer, master of ceremonies and trainer in the Malaysian Indian entertainment industry. Yet, being actively involved in community service and being an advocate for children with autism is by far her most…

April 2, 2019Read More
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‘Go, Children, Go!’ – Watch Park Rangers Save Trapped Baby Elephants

After two days of being trapped in a muddy pit, six baby elephants – aged between one and four years old – are finally safe with their parents, all thanks to the hard work and dedication of park rangers in Thailand. According to reports, patrolling rangers stumbled upon this struggling herd…

March 31, 2019Read More
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Finally A Local Makan Place In Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List

This is a proud moment for Malaysia restaurants and local food lovers. For the first time ever, a Malaysian restaurant has made it on to Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list – with Dewakan coming in 46th at the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 awards. The local restaurant which first opened in…

March 27, 2019Read More
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And The World’s Best Teacher Is…

The honour goes to Peter Tabichi, a science teacher from rural Kenya. Peter, a member of the Franciscan religious order, has just won the 2019 Global Teacher Prize. He takes home US$1 million (RM4.07 million) in prize money. Brother Peter, 36, gives away most of his salary to support poorer pupils,…

March 26, 2019Read More
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Being A Rainbow To The Elderly And Infirm

As far as first impressions go, one would immediately sense the ‘motherly’ vibes exuding from Anushia Subramaniam. A single mother, aged 57, with two adult sons – the eldest with a degree in psychology and pursuing a Masters in Counseling and the youngest specialising in medical imaging – she is rather the…

March 22, 2019Read More
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Little Maestro Lydian’s Power of Music

In a world where we desperately need more love, inspiration and hope, comes a little maestro to give us all huge lashings of sheer magic. Listening to Lydian Nadhaswaram play the piano, it is easy to forget he is only 13 years of age. It is just as hard to see…

March 18, 2019Read More
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This Hero Prevented More Deaths In NZ Mosques Shooting

Armed with only a credit card machine, 48-year-old Abdul Aziz ran after shooter Brenton Tarrant, 28, at the Linwood mosque in Christchurch, leading the gunman in a cat-and-mouse chase before scaring him into speeding away in his car. For this brave act, Aziz is now being hailed as a hero…

March 17, 2019Read More
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Pat’s Path: Caring For Cancer Kids And Caregivers

Any cancer is devastating news but it is particularly painful when the patient is a child, and we live in times where children are even born with the dreaded disease. With the diagnosis comes emotional and, in most cases, financial stress to caregivers of affected children. Sometimes, children are forced…

March 14, 2019Read More
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Lawyer Amanda Kong Slays Every Expectation, Thanks to Her Mom, Allison!

KL will see a gathering of 13 amazing women who redefine the conventional idea of beauty.

March 12, 2019Read More
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Caring For Mother Nature: Box By Box

Foodabox produces bio-degradable food and beverage packaging with the intention of doing their bit for Mother Nature

March 11, 2019Read More
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Meet Malaysia’s First Wheelchair Queen – Nur Ashikeen Iqbal

This is part of Ordinary Women, Living Extraordinary Lives series in conjunction with International Women’s Day 2019.

March 1, 2019Read More
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Convicts Put Lock-Picking Skills To Use To Save Baby Girl

By using a clothes hanger, they picked the car lock within just five minutes!

February 20, 2019Read More
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He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother: When 17-YO Asher Saved Elder Bro Reuel

Reuel was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2008 and suffered a relapse in 2012, and needed a perfect match for stem cell transplant to save his life

February 11, 2019Read More
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Meet the Malaysian Who is Hitting All the Right Notes on Broadway

Feeling good to see nine years of work come to fruition, says an elated Arvind Ethan David

February 7, 2019Read More
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Beyond Sight: Meet the Unsung Heroes Who Overcame All Odds

Despite their disabilities, Yugeswaran and Beno have pushed on and worked hard to earn successes in their own ways

January 30, 2019Read More
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My Sister’s Keeper: The Award Winning 10 Year Old Malaysian Inventor

How a brother’s concern for his sister who was constantly bullied resulted in an anti-bully notification system

January 28, 2019Read More
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The Four Legged Australian of the Year!

An Australian newspaper feels that in the race to find an Australian role model, the only one in the running is Winx, the horse

January 25, 2019Read More
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From Ring Leader to Stair Master: Muraly’s Journey to Redemption

For the past 20 years, A. Muraly has been helping disabled people go up Batu Caves during Thaipusam

January 23, 2019Read More
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Clean Water, the EZ Way!

Teng Yu Mein's affordable and user-friendly water filter cap produces up to three litres of clean water in one minute, benefitting many marginalised communities

January 15, 2019Read More
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Who’s She?: A Game that Celebrates Iconic Women

‘Who’s She?’ celebrates female empowerment and inspirational women throughout history

January 14, 2019Read More
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Buntong Shopkeeper Proves that Honesty is Always the Best Policy

Praemavathy sums up her deed in her own words - “always be honest and God will repay us.”

January 10, 2019Read More
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Projek Iqra’: 3 Friends’ Vision of Educating the Poor & Underprivileged

The trio have since relinquished their full-time paying jobs to concentrate on the children who need them

January 10, 2019Read More
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Nickhileswar: Malaysia’s Rising Star in Squash

He is only 10 and has won the Under-11 British Junior Open squash title in Birmingham

January 9, 2019Read More
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See The Able, Not The Label

A fashion show like none other – the conventional tall and slender runway models were this time replaced by persons with disabilities

January 7, 2019Read More
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Azhar: The Extraordinary Mechanic

Azhar should be an inspiration to all job seekers as he created his own path instead of relying on anyone

January 4, 2019Read More
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Ipoh Mali: First Malaysian Elected US National Academy of Inventors Fellow

Ipoh-born Dr Bernard Arulanandam is recognised for his outstanding contribution in the field of immunology, in particular, research and development of new vaccines to cure contagious diseases

January 3, 2019Read More
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There Is Hope For An Inspiring New Year

The usual chaos and drama aside, there were plenty of heartwarming moments in 2018 to encourage Malaysians and the world to tighten our grip on hope, and to be inspired.

December 31, 2018Read More
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Penang’s Heroes! A House of Love & A Fridge Full of Kindness

Many people always talk about wanting to do good deeds and helping people, but how many actually do the deeds?

December 27, 2018Read More
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The Lost Paradise: A Beacon of Hope for Children with Special Needs

Dr Chew Yu Gee and his wife Melody run a school for the poor and needy in Penang, and have converted their home into a hotel to sustain the school.

December 26, 2018Read More
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My Friend, the Flying Singh

This is no ordinary man that we ought to remember, says Zhariff Afandi, adding that we lost an amazing person, brother, friend, son, husband and a true Malaysian hero.

December 21, 2018Read More
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The Deliverer! The Hero Who Saved 10 from Mumbai’s Hospital Inferno

Sidhu Humanabade was on his rounds on the streets of Mumbai when he saw smoke bellowing out from upper floors of ESIC Kamgar Hospital.

December 20, 2018Read More
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Malaysian Special Needs Teacher Shortlisted for Global Teacher Prize 2019

What sets Muhamad Khairul apart is his dedication to provide a holistic education for differently-abled students to be better equipped for future employment

December 18, 2018Read More
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Little Abiraame With Big Winter Olympics Dream

Her parents have stuck by her side through her journey in the ice skating world and are ready to motivate her in following her dream.

December 12, 2018Read More
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Melayu, Cina, India – Malaysian Musicians Rise to the Occasion

These young men, it's clear to see, embody the peace, love, and believes woven in their lyrics, music, performance and easy camaraderie.

December 11, 2018Read More
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A Place for India’s ‘Sheroes’ To Hangout

This is the only cafe in India or perhaps even in the world, run by acid attack survivors.

December 5, 2018Read More
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The Triumph of Thinesh Kumar

This 17-year-old teenager, diagnosed with spina bifida at birth, still leads an extraordinary life.

November 27, 2018Read More
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Beating the Norm to Raise ‘Good Kids’

A major activity conducted at GoodKids is its unique 20 weekly classes of recycled percussion, music instrument making, stomping and acting to build self-confidence.

November 16, 2018Read More
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Goodbye To The Man Who Gave Us Our Superheroes

The man who inspired thousands of kids to fall in love with comic superheroes, and then the numerous superhero movies, is dead. RIP Stan Lee! He died on Monday at 95 following complications from a medical emergency. He is credited with ushering in a new era of superhero storytelling, and saw his creations become a giant influence in the movie business.

November 13, 2018Read More
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12-year-old Thaqif Makes Waves as Malaysia’s Youngest Game Developer

12-year-old Thaqif Making Waves as Malaysia's Youngest Game Developer, Muhammad Thaqif’s story has become a hit not just in Malaysia but also internationally. Who is he and what has he achieved? Read on and be inspired!

November 9, 2018Read More
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Addicted to Kindness: Kalki’s Quest

It was a college task to interview an officer from the Narcotics Department on issues related to drug abuse that sparked the interest in Kalki to become a trained volunteer who helps addicts recover and reconcile with family and society.

October 30, 2018Read More
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Triple Amputee Mark Ormrod’s Inspirational Mantra For Living

Mark Ormrod does not give up easily. And he is not one who agrees to be wheelchair-bound for life. The former Royal Marine commando became the first triple amputee to survive Afghanistan, after stepping on an improvised explosive device during a routine patrol on Christmas Eve 2007. He was told he was unlikely to walk again, that he was in a wheelchair for life.

October 29, 2018Read More
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The PPR Plight: How One Woman is Making a Difference

Not so far from the dazzling skyscrapers of the city lives a community of approximately 3,200 families, at the PPR flats in Lembah Subang, notorious not just for its run down, squalid appearance and feel but also for its gut-wrenching social ills. 80- 90 percent of its approximately 20,000 denizens fall under the hardcore poor category and the flats are now far from the safe havens they were intended to be for the city's urban poor.

October 24, 2018Read More
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A Vegetable Seller, A Dumped Baby and A Happy Story 25 Years Later

It’s a tale of a man doing a selfless deed 25 years ago, not thinking for a moment of how his own life would change. In a place called Tinsukhia, in Assam. Yes, that's in India. Soberan, then 30-years-old and a bachelor, was returning home after a hard day’s work as a vegetable seller.He suddenly heard a baby’s cry in a distance and went to investigate. To his shock he found a tiny tot - a baby girl - lying on the heap of garbage. Soberan looked around to see if the child’s mother was around, and finding no one, decided instantly that he was going to rescue the child and bring her up as his own. A very daring decision indeed but he was steadfast on doing it.

October 23, 2018Read More
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The Genetic Code: Raising Awareness of Genetic Conditions

As of 2018, there are 7,000 types of rare diseases recognised in the world. In 1983 the Orphan Drug Act was passed in the United States to facilitate drugs for rare diseases that afflicted small number of individuals. To many who are unfamiliar, drugs are commonly catered to facilitate the majority. This is due to factors such as funding, relevance and demand. But all that is gradually changing as more unknown diseases or, to be politically correct ‘conditions’, are coming to the forefront calling for new attention.

October 16, 2018Read More
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Dignity for Equality, the Maria Chin Way

There I was sprucing myself over protocols and hand-ironing my shirt fighting the mid-Sunday heat and YB Maria Chin Abdullah, clad in t-shirt, jeans and black sneakers, extends her hand to welcome me with informality. They say not all heroes wear capes, and I’m looking at one of them. Meet our member of parliament for Petaling Jaya constituency.

October 11, 2018Read More
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Students Raise Bullying and Suicide Awareness Via ‘Lex Talionis’

Formed by a group of final year film students, Fruit Punch Production wowed the audience with their film ‘Lex Talionis’, a 30-minute thriller-horror film which tells of a story of four college students whose friendship is put to test after visiting an abandoned house.

September 20, 2018Read More
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The Zhariff Initiative: Life with No Limits

What drives renowned motivator, life coach and book author Zhariff Affandi to inspire people to live a truly happy life “without limits”? When you speak to Zhariff, you can instantly tell that this is a person who truly embraces the concept of self-belief. Despite being born without arms, he rose above such limitations to realise his true potential and continues to inspire others to do the same.

September 12, 2018Read More
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What’s Life Without Obstacles, Asks Visually Impaired Thava

A few minutes into conversation with Thavasothy S. Mailvaganam Pillai is enough to establish what an eloquent and erudite person this former teacher and current BAC lecturer is. Visually impaired since birth, this youngest of four children readily admits he was fortunate to have been born in a well to do family, with parents who, upon realising there was something wrong with their baby, immediately sought treatment not just in his country of birth Sri Lanka, but also in neighbouring India and as far away as Singapore and even Australia. 'Well, I've never known what my surrounding atmosphere looks like so there's nothing to miss but through feel, touch and sound there's so much that one can glean,' he says, explaining how he began to deal with his handicap in the early days. The future, however, had other plans for Thava and his family. His engineer father was offered a posting in the Malayan railways, which meant little Thava, who was two at the time, left his birthland to move to their railway quarters in Bangsar. Unaware of schools for special needs children in Malaysia, his parents kept their son at home until the age of nine, but not without home tuition or Indian classical music training at the Sangeetha Sabha in Vivekananda Ashram. Thava has vivid memory of having sung for the superstar Indian actress and renowned dancer, Padmini, and her sister, also an actress and accomplished dancer. Fate, it seemed, was not about to leave Thava to his own devices for too long.

September 3, 2018Read More
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Conquering Kinabalu: A Father’s Journey to Raise Awareness for MLDA

Sivasangaran Kumaran isn’t your everyday father. That’s because on August 30, 2018, the father of two will be climbing the 13,435-foot Mount Kinabalu, all for good cause.The senior service deliver manager with Microsoft Malaysia will be climbing Mount Kinabalu in an effort to create awareness on challenges faced by Malaysia’s rare disease children and their caregivers.

August 27, 2018Read More
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One Man’s Mission To End Domestic Violence

A video clip of the police spraying protesters with high pressure water cannons during the 2007 Bersih rally changed Yu Ren Chung’s outlook of life. For him, that was the moment he was exposed to activism in Malaysia. He was then studying abroad. When he saw protesters being hit with water, he pondered as to why the government was doing that to its own citizens?

August 14, 2018Read More
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Lee-ding the Fight for MLDA

Lee Yee Seng had a reason to set up the Malaysia Lysosomal Diseases Association (MLDA) - his two daughters have been diagnosed with Pompe Disease, a genetic condition.

August 6, 2018Read More
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The Cafe that’s All Heart!

Sharon Lee had always been passionate about being involved in charity and community programmes.  It was nurtured in her from young as she was actively involved in the Leo Club during her schooling days back in the 80s. Subsequently, this passion of hers came in very useful when she was gifted with a special needs daughter.

August 2, 2018Read More
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Free Education for All is Pacquiao’s Next Big Fight

This may be world champion boxer and Philippines boxing legend Manny Pacquiao’s final match but he’s far from hanging up his boxing gloves for good. His next goal is free universal education for all.

July 30, 2018Read More
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Little Rachel has a BIG Secret to Share

Little Book, Big Secrets – How to blend in when you were born to stand out

July 24, 2018Read More
Johor to Build Second Zoo in the Iskandar Puteri Area.

Johor to Build Second Zoo in the Iskandar Puteri Area.

Jun 23, 2022
Dog Wheelchair Malaysia – Giving Dogs the Chance For a Better Life

Dog Wheelchair Malaysia – Giving Dogs the Chance For a Better Life

Jun 23, 2022
Man spends close to RM3,000 to make life easier for aged dad

Man spends close to RM3,000 to make life easier for aged dad

Jun 23, 2022
Google Doodle celebrates Malaysian Zoologist Dr. Lim Boon Liat

Google Doodle celebrates Malaysian Zoologist Dr. Lim Boon Liat

Jun 21, 2022
Patients Rejoice Over Cheaper Alternatives After Relaxation of Medical Marijuana Laws in Thailand

Patients Rejoice Over Cheaper Alternatives After Relaxation of Medical Marijuana Laws in Thailand

Jun 21, 2022
Asian Track Cycling Championships: Fadhil Zonis Rakes Silver Medal!

Asian Track Cycling Championships: Fadhil Zonis Rakes Silver Medal!

Jun 21, 2022
Nurul Izzah carves history in New Delhi with Gold medal

Nurul Izzah carves history in New Delhi with Gold medal

Jun 20, 2022
Government implements TVET Scholarship Program for B40 Students

Government implements TVET Scholarship Program for B40 Students

Jun 20, 2022
No Covid-19 deaths reported in Malaysia for the first time since Dec 2020

No Covid-19 deaths reported in Malaysia for the first time since Dec 2020

Jun 20, 2022
Murder Conviction of Delaware County Teen Has Been Overturned After 91 Years

Murder Conviction of Delaware County Teen Has Been Overturned After 91 Years

Jun 17, 2022
2021 SPM Candidates Did Well Despite The Odds

2021 SPM Candidates Did Well Despite The Odds

Jun 17, 2022
Harimau Malaya Qualify for Asian Cup

Harimau Malaya Qualify for Asian Cup

Jun 16, 2022
Student Receives Modenas Kriss from NPC After Scoring 10A in SPM

Student Receives Modenas Kriss from NPC After Scoring 10A in SPM

Jun 16, 2022
Girl left alone in car, runs to stranger for help.

Girl left alone in car, runs to stranger for help.

Jun 16, 2022
Cultural Diversity Is One of The Main Agendas of PBM- Datuk Zuraida

Cultural Diversity Is One of The Main Agendas of PBM- Datuk Zuraida

Jun 15, 2022
Lamborghini Owners Gather for Record-Setting Feat

Lamborghini Owners Gather for Record-Setting Feat

Jun 15, 2022
PEJUANG Muda Malaysia Calls for Improved Management of the National Football Field

PEJUANG Muda Malaysia Calls for Improved Management of the National Football Field

Jun 14, 2022
Sir David Attenborough to be appointed Knight Grand Cross for Contributions to Broadcasting and Conservation

Sir David Attenborough to be appointed Knight Grand Cross for Contributions to Broadcasting and Conservation

Jun 14, 2022
Roger Tan and Wan Kamaruzaman Appointed as Member of the Malaysian Aviation Commission

Roger Tan and Wan Kamaruzaman Appointed as Member of the Malaysian Aviation Commission

Jun 14, 2022
King, Queen congratulate first Malaysian female officer to graduate from USNA.

King, Queen congratulate first Malaysian female officer to graduate from USNA.

Jun 13, 2022
No Medicine Shortage in Government Clinics and Hospitals

No Medicine Shortage in Government Clinics and Hospitals

Jun 8, 2022
2021 SPM results out on June 16!

2021 SPM results out on June 16!

Jun 8, 2022
Number of Domestic Violence Cases Nationwide Sees Decrease for First Quarter of the Year.

Number of Domestic Violence Cases Nationwide Sees Decrease for First Quarter of the Year.

Jun 7, 2022
Chulio, the German Shepherd Receives Medal of Appreciation from Police Force

Chulio, the German Shepherd Receives Medal of Appreciation from Police Force

Jun 7, 2022
Man Proposes to Girlfriend – Right After Completing 21KM Marathon!

Man Proposes to Girlfriend – Right After Completing 21KM Marathon!

Jun 7, 2022
Eight-year-old World Record Holder Looks to Better Her Time

Eight-year-old World Record Holder Looks to Better Her Time

Jun 7, 2022
LA-8, pesawat amfibia pertama dikilangkan sepenuhnya di Malaysia

LA-8, pesawat amfibia pertama dikilangkan sepenuhnya di Malaysia

Jun 3, 2022
Penggiat seni perjuang nasib Bella

Penggiat seni perjuang nasib Bella

Jun 3, 2022
Chulio, the German Shepherd receives medal of appreciation from police force

Chulio, the German Shepherd receives medal of appreciation from police force

Jun 2, 2022
Autistic Form 5 Student from Sabah Wins Gold Medal in Brazil Art Festival

Autistic Form 5 Student from Sabah Wins Gold Medal in Brazil Art Festival

Jun 2, 2022
Penunggang motor ‘penyelamat’ graduan terima penghargaan USM  

Penunggang motor ‘penyelamat’ graduan terima penghargaan USM  

Jun 2, 2022
Malaysia ke final selepas tundukkan Jepun

Malaysia ke final selepas tundukkan Jepun

Jun 1, 2022
‘Pelajar tiada wang jangan tahan lapar, datang kedai saya belanja’

‘Pelajar tiada wang jangan tahan lapar, datang kedai saya belanja’

Jun 1, 2022
KJ dilantik sebulat suara wakili Pasifik Barat

KJ dilantik sebulat suara wakili Pasifik Barat

May 31, 2022
RISDA sasar sifar import tanaman jangka pendek melalu ‘Contract Farming’

RISDA sasar sifar import tanaman jangka pendek melalu ‘Contract Farming’

May 31, 2022
Malaysia ke Piala Dunia

Malaysia ke Piala Dunia

May 31, 2022
Tengku Zafrul optimis industri pelancongan kembali bangkit

Tengku Zafrul optimis industri pelancongan kembali bangkit

May 30, 2022
Hari Wartawan Nasional perlu dijadikan agenda nasional

Hari Wartawan Nasional perlu dijadikan agenda nasional

May 30, 2022
Tidak ada tugas paling murni selain berkhidmat untuk negara – Hishammuddin

Tidak ada tugas paling murni selain berkhidmat untuk negara – Hishammuddin

May 30, 2022
‘Perubatan ganja adalah hak asas manusia’

‘Perubatan ganja adalah hak asas manusia’

May 30, 2022
MySejahtera to be used to monitor symptoms of monkeypox among foreigners

MySejahtera to be used to monitor symptoms of monkeypox among foreigners

May 27, 2022
Mini Bus becomes first mobile surau in the country

Mini Bus becomes first mobile surau in the country

May 27, 2022
Sheng Yi, anak ketiga panda Zoo Negara

Sheng Yi, anak ketiga panda Zoo Negara

May 26, 2022
The Malaysian Open Badminton is Back with Tickets Going on Sale This Thursday

The Malaysian Open Badminton is Back with Tickets Going on Sale This Thursday

May 25, 2022
Taiping Electric Buses Are Expected to Operate in September This Year

Taiping Electric Buses Are Expected to Operate in September This Year

May 25, 2022
Zii Jia kini di ranking kelima dunia 

Zii Jia kini di ranking kelima dunia 

May 25, 2022
Who is the mysterious motorcyclist who helped USM graduate make it on time?

Who is the mysterious motorcyclist who helped USM graduate make it on time?

May 25, 2022
The Hanoi SEA Games Officially Closes Its Veil in a Colourful Closing Ceremony

The Hanoi SEA Games Officially Closes Its Veil in a Colourful Closing Ceremony

May 24, 2022
Graduate makes it in time to receive scroll after hitching ride with motorcyclist

Graduate makes it in time to receive scroll after hitching ride with motorcyclist

May 24, 2022
Kerajaan akan mansuh AP gandum

Kerajaan akan mansuh AP gandum

May 24, 2022
Tepung gandum mahal? Roti canai kekal dijual 50 sen

Tepung gandum mahal? Roti canai kekal dijual 50 sen

May 24, 2022
Kerajaan setuju henti eksport 3.6 juta ayam sebulan

Kerajaan setuju henti eksport 3.6 juta ayam sebulan

May 24, 2022
Birthday Surprise at Kg. Serigala: An UPLIFT story.

Birthday Surprise at Kg. Serigala: An UPLIFT story.

May 23, 2022
Anggota bomba jadi ‘hero’ selamatkan wanita cuba terjun dari jambatan P.Pinang

Anggota bomba jadi ‘hero’ selamatkan wanita cuba terjun dari jambatan P.Pinang

May 23, 2022
Perhimpunan Kesihatan Dunia lantik KJ sebagai Naib Presiden

Perhimpunan Kesihatan Dunia lantik KJ sebagai Naib Presiden

May 23, 2022
Sukan SEA: Malaysia tutup tirai dengan emas ke-39

Sukan SEA: Malaysia tutup tirai dengan emas ke-39

May 23, 2022
Zii Jia rangkul kemenangan Terbuka Thailand

Zii Jia rangkul kemenangan Terbuka Thailand

May 23, 2022
Lee Zii Jia Crowned Men’s Singles Champion at Thailand Open

Lee Zii Jia Crowned Men’s Singles Champion at Thailand Open

May 23, 2022
Manchester City Lifts Premier League Trophy After a Dramatic Final Day

Manchester City Lifts Premier League Trophy After a Dramatic Final Day

May 23, 2022
Two miscarriages did not deter her from getting her PhD

Two miscarriages did not deter her from getting her PhD

May 23, 2022
Adopt A Furbaby from Ruff Love this Sunday!

Adopt A Furbaby from Ruff Love this Sunday!

May 20, 2022
Hanoi SEA Games: Malaysian Bowling Squad Excel on First Day of Event

Hanoi SEA Games: Malaysian Bowling Squad Excel on First Day of Event

May 20, 2022
Hanoi SEA Games: Malaysia Clinches Silver Medal in Men’s Badminton Tournament

Hanoi SEA Games: Malaysia Clinches Silver Medal in Men’s Badminton Tournament

May 20, 2022
Pasukan golf raih 2 emas, 1 perak, 1 gangsa Sukan SEA

Pasukan golf raih 2 emas, 1 perak, 1 gangsa Sukan SEA

May 20, 2022
Perenang negara raih emas ke-27 Sukan SEA

Perenang negara raih emas ke-27 Sukan SEA

May 20, 2022
R Sharmendran hadiah emas ke-32 Sukan SEA

R Sharmendran hadiah emas ke-32 Sukan SEA

May 20, 2022
Women should never give up, says climber who conquered Everest for the tenth time

Women should never give up, says climber who conquered Everest for the tenth time

May 19, 2022
TUDM tunai hasrat pejuang kanser 

TUDM tunai hasrat pejuang kanser 

May 19, 2022
BAC Education Clinches the Online Services – Education award at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2022

BAC Education Clinches the Online Services – Education award at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards 2022

May 18, 2022
Kerajaan mansuh serta-merta AP import bahan makanan

Kerajaan mansuh serta-merta AP import bahan makanan

May 18, 2022
Potret Siti Nurhaliza hiasi Times Square New York

Potret Siti Nurhaliza hiasi Times Square New York

May 18, 2022
Malaysia tidak pandang ringan isu gandum India

Malaysia tidak pandang ringan isu gandum India

May 18, 2022
Rare phenomenon of yellow butterflies awes passers-by in Kota Marudu

Rare phenomenon of yellow butterflies awes passers-by in Kota Marudu

May 18, 2022
Three Boys from Terengganu Manage to Cover School Expenses by Catching Kelah Fish Seeds

Three Boys from Terengganu Manage to Cover School Expenses by Catching Kelah Fish Seeds

May 18, 2022
Kuching City FC Advances to FA Cup Quarterfinals After Defeating Perlis United FC

Kuching City FC Advances to FA Cup Quarterfinals After Defeating Perlis United FC

May 18, 2022
DBKL kaji kecerahan lampu jalan untuk matlamat Bebas Karbon 2025

DBKL kaji kecerahan lampu jalan untuk matlamat Bebas Karbon 2025

May 18, 2022
Menteri cadang mansuh kuarantin pengembara lengkap vaksinasi

Menteri cadang mansuh kuarantin pengembara lengkap vaksinasi

May 18, 2022
Sukan SEA: Semangat anak melawan kanser jadi azimat pesilat negara

Sukan SEA: Semangat anak melawan kanser jadi azimat pesilat negara

May 17, 2022
Sabri Yunus rangkul gelaran Duta Anak Seni Kelantan

Sabri Yunus rangkul gelaran Duta Anak Seni Kelantan

May 17, 2022
Spidey duo swing into action to assist elderly woman cross road

Spidey duo swing into action to assist elderly woman cross road

May 17, 2022
India defeats Defending Champions Indonesia to Rake First-Ever Thomas Cup Victory

India defeats Defending Champions Indonesia to Rake First-Ever Thomas Cup Victory

May 17, 2022
Sarawak Partners with Norway in Setting Up Own Sovereign Monetary Fund

Sarawak Partners with Norway in Setting Up Own Sovereign Monetary Fund

May 17, 2022
Dwarfism not an issue for dedicated teacher

Dwarfism not an issue for dedicated teacher

May 17, 2022
BAC lebih ke depan dengan Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) dalam sistem pembelajaran

BAC lebih ke depan dengan Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) dalam sistem pembelajaran

May 13, 2022
Sarawak Partners with Norway in Setting Up Own Sovereign Monetary Fund

Sarawak Partners with Norway in Setting Up Own Sovereign Monetary Fund

May 13, 2022
Wickremesinghe angkat sumpah PM Sri Lanka

Wickremesinghe angkat sumpah PM Sri Lanka

May 13, 2022
Bantuan kecemasan RM1,000 untuk mangsa tanah runtuh Janda Baik 

Bantuan kecemasan RM1,000 untuk mangsa tanah runtuh Janda Baik 

May 12, 2022
Malaysia penganjur Sukan SEA 2027 

Malaysia penganjur Sukan SEA 2027 

May 12, 2022
Duta Jepun kagum aksi Zii Jia 

Duta Jepun kagum aksi Zii Jia 

May 12, 2022
RM50,000 grand prize for teachers in the Malaysia Teacher Prize awards

RM50,000 grand prize for teachers in the Malaysia Teacher Prize awards

May 12, 2022
Peminat Metallica lahirkan bayi dalam konsert

Peminat Metallica lahirkan bayi dalam konsert

May 12, 2022
Malaysia Defeats Japan 3-1 to Advance to Thomas Cup Quarterfinals

Malaysia Defeats Japan 3-1 to Advance to Thomas Cup Quarterfinals

May 12, 2022
Malaysia juara Kumpulan D Piala Thomas selepas kalahkan Jepun 3-1

Malaysia juara Kumpulan D Piala Thomas selepas kalahkan Jepun 3-1

May 12, 2022
Wendy Ng-Ker Ying sumbang pingat emas keempat negara di Sukan SEA

Wendy Ng-Ker Ying sumbang pingat emas keempat negara di Sukan SEA

May 10, 2022
Malaysian-born Photojournalist Marcus Yam Receives Pulitzer Prize

Malaysian-born Photojournalist Marcus Yam Receives Pulitzer Prize

May 10, 2022
Sukan SEA: Malaysia raih emas ketiga

Sukan SEA: Malaysia raih emas ketiga

May 10, 2022
Raja Permaisuri rasmi Pameran Tenun Pahang Diraja di London

Raja Permaisuri rasmi Pameran Tenun Pahang Diraja di London

May 10, 2022
Proton lancar Saga baharu Khamis ini

Proton lancar Saga baharu Khamis ini

May 10, 2022
Saintis Kanada cipta vaksin berasaskan tumbuhan

Saintis Kanada cipta vaksin berasaskan tumbuhan

May 10, 2022
Malaysian Players Have Great Potential in Lifting Thomas Cup

Malaysian Players Have Great Potential in Lifting Thomas Cup

May 9, 2022
1-2 finish for Malaysian divers at Hanoi Sea Games

1-2 finish for Malaysian divers at Hanoi Sea Games

May 9, 2022
Sabah teachers sent back to schools in helicopters after floods cut off all access

Sabah teachers sent back to schools in helicopters after floods cut off all access

May 9, 2022
Gambar UFO beresolusi tinggi telah diterbitkan selepas 50 tahun

Gambar UFO beresolusi tinggi telah diterbitkan selepas 50 tahun

May 9, 2022
Sukan SEA: Tak sia-sia ‘korbankan’ Hari Raya

Sukan SEA: Tak sia-sia ‘korbankan’ Hari Raya

May 9, 2022
Sukan SEA: Dhabitah hadiah pingat emas sulung buat Malaysia

Sukan SEA: Dhabitah hadiah pingat emas sulung buat Malaysia

May 9, 2022
Faith in humanity restored as woman helped by three strangers

Faith in humanity restored as woman helped by three strangers

May 6, 2022
Empowering Orang Asli Children: UPLIFT’s Kindergarten at Kampung Serigala

Empowering Orang Asli Children: UPLIFT’s Kindergarten at Kampung Serigala

May 6, 2022
China bina stesen meteorologi tertinggi di dunia

China bina stesen meteorologi tertinggi di dunia

May 6, 2022
Paxlovid mampu kurangkan risiko masuk hospital

Paxlovid mampu kurangkan risiko masuk hospital

May 6, 2022
Hujan meteor dijangka dapat dilihat Sabtu ini

Hujan meteor dijangka dapat dilihat Sabtu ini

May 6, 2022
Pasukan bomba wira kebangsaan negara

Pasukan bomba wira kebangsaan negara

May 5, 2022
Cobbler does not let disability get the better of him

Cobbler does not let disability get the better of him

May 5, 2022
V Yilamaran raih Perak di Sukan Deaflympic Brazil

V Yilamaran raih Perak di Sukan Deaflympic Brazil

May 5, 2022
Malaysia bags first medal at Deaflympics in Brazil

Malaysia bags first medal at Deaflympics in Brazil

May 5, 2022
Chong Wei kongsi pandangan berkenaan badminton dengan PM

Chong Wei kongsi pandangan berkenaan badminton dengan PM

May 5, 2022
Gerai terbakar dibina semula kurang sebulan, terima kasih Sultan Johor

Gerai terbakar dibina semula kurang sebulan, terima kasih Sultan Johor

May 5, 2022
Saya sayang semuanya – PM

Saya sayang semuanya – PM

May 5, 2022
KKM akan temui waris pesakit Covid-19 meninggal di HTAR

KKM akan temui waris pesakit Covid-19 meninggal di HTAR

Apr 29, 2022
Trafik arah Pantai Timur mula perlahan

Trafik arah Pantai Timur mula perlahan

Apr 29, 2022
Schools to revert to pre-pandemic system, operate at full capacity

Schools to revert to pre-pandemic system, operate at full capacity

Apr 29, 2022
MARA taja 1,500 biasiswa belajar di luar negara

MARA taja 1,500 biasiswa belajar di luar negara

Apr 28, 2022
488 unit Rumah Impian Bangsa Johor serah pemilikan

488 unit Rumah Impian Bangsa Johor serah pemilikan

Apr 28, 2022
Zii Jia, Daren mara ke pusingan kedua Badminton Asia

Zii Jia, Daren mara ke pusingan kedua Badminton Asia

Apr 28, 2022
No mandatory check-ins nor face masks when outdoors from May 1

No mandatory check-ins nor face masks when outdoors from May 1

Apr 28, 2022
Pelitup muka, imbasan MySejahtera tidak lagi diwajibkan

Pelitup muka, imbasan MySejahtera tidak lagi diwajibkan

Apr 27, 2022
Wilayah Persekutuan sokong larangan penggunaan kenderaan mikromobiliti

Wilayah Persekutuan sokong larangan penggunaan kenderaan mikromobiliti

Apr 27, 2022
Malaysia belajar pembangunan rel dari Jepun

Malaysia belajar pembangunan rel dari Jepun

Apr 27, 2022
Juventus, FAM intai kerjasama

Juventus, FAM intai kerjasama

Apr 27, 2022
Pil Shionogi mampu bunuh virus Covid-19

Pil Shionogi mampu bunuh virus Covid-19

Apr 26, 2022
Elon Musk bakal pemilik baharu Twitter

Elon Musk bakal pemilik baharu Twitter

Apr 26, 2022
Adik Bella insan tidak berdosa – Siti Nurhaliza

Adik Bella insan tidak berdosa – Siti Nurhaliza

Apr 26, 2022
He has donated blood 632 times and still going strong

He has donated blood 632 times and still going strong

Apr 26, 2022
Bella tunjuk perubahan positif, luka semakin sembuh

Bella tunjuk perubahan positif, luka semakin sembuh

Apr 25, 2022
Pejabat Pos, Pos Laju tutup 4 hari sempena Hari Pekerja, Aidilfitri

Pejabat Pos, Pos Laju tutup 4 hari sempena Hari Pekerja, Aidilfitri

Apr 25, 2022
KKM umum longgar SOP Rabu ini

KKM umum longgar SOP Rabu ini

Apr 25, 2022
Bazar Aidilfitri Jalan TAR terima 210,000 pengunjung

Bazar Aidilfitri Jalan TAR terima 210,000 pengunjung

Apr 25, 2022
Gaji minimum tetap dilaksanakan mulai 1 Mei – PM

Gaji minimum tetap dilaksanakan mulai 1 Mei – PM

Apr 25, 2022
KFC manager goes out of his way to assist customer

KFC manager goes out of his way to assist customer

Apr 25, 2022
Yayasan DayaDiri Offers Foreign University Scholarships to Malaysian Bumiputeras

Yayasan DayaDiri Offers Foreign University Scholarships to Malaysian Bumiputeras

Apr 25, 2022
1 Mei tarikh lihat anak bulan Syawal

1 Mei tarikh lihat anak bulan Syawal

Apr 22, 2022
More than two million vehicles expected to hit PLUS highways to “balik kampung” this year

More than two million vehicles expected to hit PLUS highways to “balik kampung” this year

Apr 22, 2022
Tahniah Profesor Ir Dr Leong Wai Yie

Tahniah Profesor Ir Dr Leong Wai Yie

Apr 22, 2022
PLUS ambil langkah proaktif sempena Aidilfitri

PLUS ambil langkah proaktif sempena Aidilfitri

Apr 21, 2022
Agong, Permaisuri berbuka puasa di padang MPK bersama rakyat

Agong, Permaisuri berbuka puasa di padang MPK bersama rakyat

Apr 21, 2022
1,967,903 dos vaksin Covid-19 sudah diberi kepada kanak-kanak

1,967,903 dos vaksin Covid-19 sudah diberi kepada kanak-kanak

Apr 21, 2022
The 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics Offer Export Opportunities to Malaysian Companies – MATRADE

The 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics Offer Export Opportunities to Malaysian Companies – MATRADE

Apr 21, 2022
BAM Announces Line-Up for Upcoming Thomas Cup and Uber Cup in Thailand

BAM Announces Line-Up for Upcoming Thomas Cup and Uber Cup in Thailand

Apr 21, 2022
Johor beri tumpuan khas pantau pusat jagaan kanak-kanak

Johor beri tumpuan khas pantau pusat jagaan kanak-kanak

Apr 21, 2022
Jangan risau, wang KWSP masuk sebelum Raya – Tengku Zafrul

Jangan risau, wang KWSP masuk sebelum Raya – Tengku Zafrul

Apr 20, 2022
Sabah Government Sets Up Three Initiatives to Assist Sabah students

Sabah Government Sets Up Three Initiatives to Assist Sabah students

Apr 20, 2022
Harga tiket penerbangan ke Sabah, Sarawak turun semula

Harga tiket penerbangan ke Sabah, Sarawak turun semula

Apr 20, 2022
TMJ cadang 3 penambahbaikan undang-undang elak kes Bella berulang

TMJ cadang 3 penambahbaikan undang-undang elak kes Bella berulang

Apr 20, 2022
Siti Nurhaliza umum lagu raya terbaharu

Siti Nurhaliza umum lagu raya terbaharu

Apr 18, 2022
Bella dapat perhatian Che Puan Besar Khaleeda

Bella dapat perhatian Che Puan Besar Khaleeda

Apr 18, 2022
After two years, Malaysians can “balik kampung” again this year

After two years, Malaysians can “balik kampung” again this year

Apr 18, 2022
Special Education Teacher Battles Cancer and Channels Love for Baking with Hari Raya Biscuits

Special Education Teacher Battles Cancer and Channels Love for Baking with Hari Raya Biscuits

Apr 18, 2022
Queen prepares “Bubur Lambuk” using her own, special recipe

Queen prepares “Bubur Lambuk” using her own, special recipe

Apr 18, 2022
Man Maintains Traditional Practice of Postcard Postage during Hari Raya

Man Maintains Traditional Practice of Postcard Postage during Hari Raya

Apr 18, 2022
Fashion designer from Sabah makes strong comeback after two-year home retreat

Fashion designer from Sabah makes strong comeback after two-year home retreat

Apr 15, 2022
The Implementation of 5G To Transform the Digital Economy in Malaysia

The Implementation of 5G To Transform the Digital Economy in Malaysia

Apr 15, 2022
Basikal lajak: Hati-hati komen bagi mengelak subjudis

Basikal lajak: Hati-hati komen bagi mengelak subjudis

Apr 15, 2022
Tiada rakyat Malaysia terkesan insiden letupan di Mesir

Tiada rakyat Malaysia terkesan insiden letupan di Mesir

Apr 15, 2022
Footballer Darshen Ganasen Channels Passion and Vigour Both On and Off The Field

Footballer Darshen Ganasen Channels Passion and Vigour Both On and Off The Field

Apr 14, 2022
PM ucap Selamat Tahun Baharu kepada masyarakat Tamil, Sikh

PM ucap Selamat Tahun Baharu kepada masyarakat Tamil, Sikh

Apr 14, 2022
15 Mei hari terakhir dos pertama vaksin kanak-kanak

15 Mei hari terakhir dos pertama vaksin kanak-kanak

Apr 14, 2022
May 15 deadline for children to get their first Covid-19 vaccination dose

May 15 deadline for children to get their first Covid-19 vaccination dose

Apr 14, 2022
Pemuda popular, bekerjaya selepas tukar wajah seperti artis K-Pop

Pemuda popular, bekerjaya selepas tukar wajah seperti artis K-Pop

Apr 13, 2022
Malaysia mampu raih manfaat besar dalam ganja perubatan

Malaysia mampu raih manfaat besar dalam ganja perubatan

Apr 13, 2022
Doctor has no issues rolling up his sleeves to help out at parent’s satay stall

Doctor has no issues rolling up his sleeves to help out at parent’s satay stall

Apr 12, 2022
CDM Targets Top Three Spot at Hanoi SEA Games Next Month

CDM Targets Top Three Spot at Hanoi SEA Games Next Month

Apr 12, 2022
This Village Has Been Using Drums and Kompang to Wake Residents Up for Sahur for 75 Years

This Village Has Been Using Drums and Kompang to Wake Residents Up for Sahur for 75 Years

Apr 12, 2022
48,000 paxlovid rawat Covid-19 tiba di Malaysia

48,000 paxlovid rawat Covid-19 tiba di Malaysia

Apr 12, 2022
Kes baharu Covid-19 terus catat penurunan

Kes baharu Covid-19 terus catat penurunan

Apr 12, 2022
Sejarah tercipta di Bundesliga, pengadil izinkan pemain berbuka puasa

Sejarah tercipta di Bundesliga, pengadil izinkan pemain berbuka puasa

Apr 12, 2022
Covid-19 cases nationwide drop below 10,000 for the first time since Feb 5

Covid-19 cases nationwide drop below 10,000 for the first time since Feb 5

Apr 11, 2022
Harjeet Singh Appointed as New KSU of the Ministry of Health

Harjeet Singh Appointed as New KSU of the Ministry of Health

Apr 11, 2022
More Than 132,000 Children in Malaysia Have Been Vaccinated With COVID-19

More Than 132,000 Children in Malaysia Have Been Vaccinated With COVID-19

Apr 11, 2022
Kes baharu Covid-19 turun ke empat angka 

Kes baharu Covid-19 turun ke empat angka 

Apr 11, 2022
Siti Nurhaliza tersenarai antara 500 Muslim berpengaruh

Siti Nurhaliza tersenarai antara 500 Muslim berpengaruh

Apr 11, 2022
China guna ubat tradisional rawat Covid-19

China guna ubat tradisional rawat Covid-19

Apr 8, 2022
Liga Super bakal guna VAR

Liga Super bakal guna VAR

Apr 8, 2022
Non-Muslims join their friends in preparing meals for breaking of fast during Ramadan

Non-Muslims join their friends in preparing meals for breaking of fast during Ramadan

Apr 8, 2022
More Than 400kg of Surplus Ramadan Bazaar Food Saved from Wastage – SWCorp

More Than 400kg of Surplus Ramadan Bazaar Food Saved from Wastage – SWCorp

Apr 7, 2022
Harga barang kian meningkat, suami isteri jual kuih 20 sen

Harga barang kian meningkat, suami isteri jual kuih 20 sen

Apr 7, 2022
“Cikgu” buys notebooks for student who could not afford them.

“Cikgu” buys notebooks for student who could not afford them.

Apr 7, 2022
Chong Wei kongsi kisah lawak kurma

Chong Wei kongsi kisah lawak kurma

Apr 7, 2022
KKM alukan kajian CBD untuk perubatan

KKM alukan kajian CBD untuk perubatan

Apr 7, 2022
Dr Soo Wincci Carves History as the First Miss World Malaysia to be Appointed as Associate Professor

Dr Soo Wincci Carves History as the First Miss World Malaysia to be Appointed as Associate Professor

Apr 6, 2022
KEMAS teruskan agenda basmi buta huruf di luar bandar

KEMAS teruskan agenda basmi buta huruf di luar bandar

Apr 6, 2022
Negeri Sembilan, Perlis and Melaka are the happiest cities in Malaysia

Negeri Sembilan, Perlis and Melaka are the happiest cities in Malaysia

Apr 6, 2022
Abang Acap tawar RM12,000

Abang Acap tawar RM12,000

Apr 6, 2022
History created as five Malaysian students make it to Harvard University

History created as five Malaysian students make it to Harvard University

Apr 5, 2022
Dr Zahiraniza Receives National Academic Award for Outstanding Dedication in Field of Teaching

Dr Zahiraniza Receives National Academic Award for Outstanding Dedication in Field of Teaching

Apr 5, 2022
Pelajar tidur dalam laci meja

Pelajar tidur dalam laci meja

Apr 1, 2022
Ramachandran Muthiah, Dr Gunasegaran Ramiah Pillai awarded the Ambassador For Peace by UPF

Ramachandran Muthiah, Dr Gunasegaran Ramiah Pillai awarded the Ambassador For Peace by UPF

Mar 31, 2022
Kanak-kanak 8 tahun hilang dijumpai selamat

Kanak-kanak 8 tahun hilang dijumpai selamat

Mar 31, 2022
Hilang status vaksinasi lengkap masih boleh makan di kedai

Hilang status vaksinasi lengkap masih boleh makan di kedai

Mar 31, 2022
Kanak-kanak dibenar masuk stadium mulai esok

Kanak-kanak dibenar masuk stadium mulai esok

Mar 31, 2022
Terima kasih doktor, kalian hero Malaysia

Terima kasih doktor, kalian hero Malaysia

Mar 30, 2022
Malaysia harap konflik Ukraine-Rusia dapat diredakan – Hishammuddin

Malaysia harap konflik Ukraine-Rusia dapat diredakan – Hishammuddin

Mar 30, 2022
Rakyat Singapura masih pakai pelitup muka sebagai langkah keselamatan

Rakyat Singapura masih pakai pelitup muka sebagai langkah keselamatan

Mar 30, 2022
KWSP sedia portal khas untuk pengeluaran RM10,000

KWSP sedia portal khas untuk pengeluaran RM10,000

Mar 29, 2022
Manfaat vaksinkan anak lebih besar daripada risiko kesan sampingan – KKM

Manfaat vaksinkan anak lebih besar daripada risiko kesan sampingan – KKM

Mar 29, 2022
Lebih 15 juta dewasa terima dos penggalak Covid-19

Lebih 15 juta dewasa terima dos penggalak Covid-19

Mar 29, 2022
Will Smith mohon maaf secara terbuka kepada Chris Rock

Will Smith mohon maaf secara terbuka kepada Chris Rock

Mar 29, 2022
MB Kedah pamer bakat bola sepak

MB Kedah pamer bakat bola sepak

Mar 28, 2022
Potret Aina Abdul hiasi papan iklan Times Square, AS

Potret Aina Abdul hiasi papan iklan Times Square, AS

Mar 28, 2022
Mum from Sabah surprises son on graduation

Mum from Sabah surprises son on graduation

Mar 28, 2022
Selangor sedia 11,967  petak Bazar Ramadan

Selangor sedia 11,967  petak Bazar Ramadan

Mar 25, 2022
Mungkin sudah tiba masa rombak silibus pendidikan – TMJ

Mungkin sudah tiba masa rombak silibus pendidikan – TMJ

Mar 25, 2022
Kerajaan galak modenisasi, pertanian pintar negara

Kerajaan galak modenisasi, pertanian pintar negara

Mar 25, 2022
Johor sedia buka sempadan

Johor sedia buka sempadan

Mar 25, 2022
Time to nominate your favourite teacher for a chance to win RM5k

Time to nominate your favourite teacher for a chance to win RM5k

Mar 25, 2022
PM guna Bahasa Melayu di sidang kemuncak ASEAN, Perhimpunan Agung PBB

PM guna Bahasa Melayu di sidang kemuncak ASEAN, Perhimpunan Agung PBB

Mar 24, 2022
Azizulhasni, Cheong Min dinobat Olahragawan, Olahragawati Kebangsaan 2019/2020

Azizulhasni, Cheong Min dinobat Olahragawan, Olahragawati Kebangsaan 2019/2020

Mar 24, 2022
Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Featured in the 100 World’s Best Public Figures in China

Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Featured in the 100 World’s Best Public Figures in China

Mar 24, 2022
“Ms Chonky”, the nasi-lemak loving dog wins hearts of netizens

“Ms Chonky”, the nasi-lemak loving dog wins hearts of netizens

Mar 24, 2022
KPM prihatin, kata Menteri Pendidikan

KPM prihatin, kata Menteri Pendidikan

Mar 24, 2022
4 beradik serentak terima Ijazah Sarjana Muda UIAM

4 beradik serentak terima Ijazah Sarjana Muda UIAM

Mar 24, 2022
National Olympian Azizulhasni Awang Announces Retirement

National Olympian Azizulhasni Awang Announces Retirement

Mar 23, 2022
JENDELA Assists in the Improvement of PdPR in Rural Selangor

JENDELA Assists in the Improvement of PdPR in Rural Selangor

Mar 22, 2022
Government to Take Proactive Measures in the Renewable Energy Sector

Government to Take Proactive Measures in the Renewable Energy Sector

Mar 22, 2022
Over 15 million Malaysian adults have completed their Covid-19 booster doses

Over 15 million Malaysian adults have completed their Covid-19 booster doses

Mar 22, 2022
Finland catat negara paling bahagia

Finland catat negara paling bahagia

Mar 21, 2022
Agong, Raja Permaisuri and DG Hisham Congratulates HTA Team’s Success in Historic Operation on Conjoined Twins

Agong, Raja Permaisuri and DG Hisham Congratulates HTA Team’s Success in Historic Operation on Conjoined Twins

Mar 21, 2022
3 juta murid kembali ke sekolah hari ini

3 juta murid kembali ke sekolah hari ini

Mar 21, 2022
Missing Disabled Man Found Safe by Members of the Public in Felda

Missing Disabled Man Found Safe by Members of the Public in Felda

Mar 21, 2022
HTA lakar sejarah pisahkan kembar siam pramatang

HTA lakar sejarah pisahkan kembar siam pramatang

Mar 21, 2022
Conjoined premature twins successfully separated in 66-minute surgery

Conjoined premature twins successfully separated in 66-minute surgery

Mar 21, 2022
BAC, MMA tubuh tadika untuk kanak-kanak Orang Asli

BAC, MMA tubuh tadika untuk kanak-kanak Orang Asli

Mar 21, 2022
BAC, MMA set up kindergarten for Orang Asli kids

BAC, MMA set up kindergarten for Orang Asli kids

Mar 18, 2022
King and Queen congratulate national runner for her success on the world stage

King and Queen congratulate national runner for her success on the world stage

Mar 17, 2022
Malaysia Participates in ICAO and is Committed to Demanding Justice of MH17 Plane Crash Victims

Malaysia Participates in ICAO and is Committed to Demanding Justice of MH17 Plane Crash Victims

Mar 16, 2022
Double joy as father, daughter receive graduation scrolls on the same day

Double joy as father, daughter receive graduation scrolls on the same day

Mar 16, 2022
Shuib terharu nama Siti Sarah diabadikan di Baitul Sakinah

Shuib terharu nama Siti Sarah diabadikan di Baitul Sakinah

Mar 16, 2022
Double joy as father, daughter receive graduation scrolls on the same day

Double joy as father, daughter receive graduation scrolls on the same day

Mar 15, 2022
More than 91 per cent of the Adolescent Population in Malaysia Now Fully Vaccinated

More than 91 per cent of the Adolescent Population in Malaysia Now Fully Vaccinated

Mar 15, 2022
Malaysians lost RM3.3 billion to scammers over a period of four years

Malaysians lost RM3.3 billion to scammers over a period of four years

Mar 15, 2022
Loud Siren Saves Residents from Unprecedented Landslide

Loud Siren Saves Residents from Unprecedented Landslide

Mar 14, 2022
Malaysians lost RM3.3 billion to scammers over a period of four years

Malaysians lost RM3.3 billion to scammers over a period of four years

Mar 14, 2022
TMJ berkenan naik taraf Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil

TMJ berkenan naik taraf Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil

Mar 11, 2022
Business operator in KL invites those stranded in floods for a hot cup of coffee

Business operator in KL invites those stranded in floods for a hot cup of coffee

Mar 11, 2022
Kad Pokemon Charizard No. 4 dilelong AS$336,000

Kad Pokemon Charizard No. 4 dilelong AS$336,000

Mar 11, 2022
Man Thanks “Adoptive Mum” for Her Unwavering Help and Kindness Throughout Hardship

Man Thanks “Adoptive Mum” for Her Unwavering Help and Kindness Throughout Hardship

Mar 11, 2022
Pasangan David Beckham derma RM5.4 juta buat kanak-kanak Ukraine

Pasangan David Beckham derma RM5.4 juta buat kanak-kanak Ukraine

Mar 11, 2022
Disabled man helps clear rubbish from flooded road, wins praises all around

Disabled man helps clear rubbish from flooded road, wins praises all around

Mar 10, 2022
Syarikat Jepun lancar bunker mini kalis serangan nuklear

Syarikat Jepun lancar bunker mini kalis serangan nuklear

Mar 10, 2022
Hanya satu SOP bermula 1 April – Hishammuddin

Hanya satu SOP bermula 1 April – Hishammuddin

Mar 10, 2022
BloomThis and WOMEN: girls Help B40 Women Improve Their Standard of Living

BloomThis and WOMEN: girls Help B40 Women Improve Their Standard of Living

Mar 10, 2022
Enam inisiatif perkasakan wanita

Enam inisiatif perkasakan wanita

Mar 9, 2022
Agong serah sumbangan kepada mangsa banjir KL

Agong serah sumbangan kepada mangsa banjir KL

Mar 9, 2022
Nenek 77 tahun pemegang black belt taekwondo

Nenek 77 tahun pemegang black belt taekwondo

Mar 8, 2022
Wanita kaya Australia derma semua harta untuk kebajikan

Wanita kaya Australia derma semua harta untuk kebajikan

Mar 8, 2022
Pantai Floria Putrajaya dibuka percuma hingga 15 Mac

Pantai Floria Putrajaya dibuka percuma hingga 15 Mac

Mar 8, 2022
Malaysia’s Banking Sector Capable of Making the Country’s Aspirations a Reality

Malaysia’s Banking Sector Capable of Making the Country’s Aspirations a Reality

Mar 7, 2022
National Sailing Athlete Nur Shazrin Bags Gold Medal in the Asian Championships at Dubai

National Sailing Athlete Nur Shazrin Bags Gold Medal in the Asian Championships at Dubai

Mar 7, 2022
Women should be given more avenues, says Minister in Women’s Day message

Women should be given more avenues, says Minister in Women’s Day message

Mar 7, 2022
Stranger stops to help father and daughter stranded by roadside

Stranger stops to help father and daughter stranded by roadside

Mar 7, 2022
Anti-viral Paxlovid diguna untuk rawat Covid-19

Anti-viral Paxlovid diguna untuk rawat Covid-19

Mar 7, 2022
7 ketetapan tangani beg sekolah berat

7 ketetapan tangani beg sekolah berat

Mar 7, 2022