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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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.…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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.…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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).…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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!…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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……
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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.…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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’,…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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! …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
‘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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Malaysian ‘human calculator’ Yaashwin Sarawanan has an amazing talent as we had witnessed in the past few months in Asia’s Got Talent 2019 competition. Give him any sum, no matter however difficult, and he will jump right back with the correct answer. Him finishing second in the finals of Asia’s Got…
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…
Fifty is certainly a milestone age that rightfully sets off many to go all out to celebrate the landmark birthday in memorable ways. Natasha Lee Abdullah, fondly known as Tasha, decided to do it in some style by keeping to a promise she had made to herself when she was…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Meet Taufik, a seven-year-old deaf and mute boy from Senaru village in North Lombok. This unassuming child is now hailed as a hero for his act of helping foreign tourists evacuate from the area when an earthquake jolted Lombok Island recently. The boy, who lives with his grandmother, earns a…
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…
The tweet below is posted by social media user, Brooklyn-based community organiser and justice activist Faiza N Ali. Among the many faces & stories I’ll remember from the #ChristChurchMosque tragedy, I will never forget Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. What a remarkable leader. Not only did she ban assault weapons following…
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…
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…
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…
Additional Mathematics teacher Hayati Aini Ahmad passed away recently, succumbing to breast cancer after a long battle. According to this report, Hayati was a teacher at the Bandar Baru Sungai Long Secondary School in Kajang. She had been seeking treatment for breast cancer since January 2017, and bedridden since September…
KL will see a gathering of 13 amazing women who redefine the conventional idea of beauty.
Foodabox produces bio-degradable food and beverage packaging with the intention of doing their bit for Mother Nature
One patriarch has been in the role for 60 years and works alongside his two sons.
Unknown Good Samaritan stops by to help an accident victim
This is part of Ordinary Women, Living Extraordinary Lives series in conjunction with International Women’s Day 2019.
She now wants to raise awareness of sports internationally and work to build a support team for professional athletes.
By using a clothes hanger, they picked the car lock within just five minutes!
‘Alexa & Katie’ is just like your regular teen-style TV show, the only difference being, the main character had cancer, and she doesn’t look or act sick most of the time
Rei Iida fell and fractured her leg with just 200 yards to go in a relay marathon. What she did after that is awesome
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
Feeling good to see nine years of work come to fruition, says an elated Arvind Ethan David
On one of the coldest days in Chicago, an unidentified person decides to pay for hotel rooms for the homeless after their encampment catches fire
Despite their disabilities, Yugeswaran and Beno have pushed on and worked hard to earn successes in their own ways
How a brother’s concern for his sister who was constantly bullied resulted in an anti-bully notification system
An Australian newspaper feels that in the race to find an Australian role model, the only one in the running is Winx, the horse
For the past 20 years, A. Muraly has been helping disabled people go up Batu Caves during Thaipusam
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
‘Who’s She?’ celebrates female empowerment and inspirational women throughout history
Praemavathy sums up her deed in her own words - “always be honest and God will repay us.”
The trio have since relinquished their full-time paying jobs to concentrate on the children who need them
He is only 10 and has won the Under-11 British Junior Open squash title in Birmingham
A fashion show like none other – the conventional tall and slender runway models were this time replaced by persons with disabilities
She becomes the first Asian woman to win the Best Actress TV Drama Golden Globe in almost 40 years
Azhar should be an inspiration to all job seekers as he created his own path instead of relying on anyone
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
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.
Many people always talk about wanting to do good deeds and helping people, but how many actually do the deeds?
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.
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.
Sidhu Humanabade was on his rounds on the streets of Mumbai when he saw smoke bellowing out from upper floors of ESIC Kamgar Hospital.
What sets Muhamad Khairul apart is his dedication to provide a holistic education for differently-abled students to be better equipped for future employment
If you are stuck in a rut, Zhariff encourages you to think again because you would be amazed by what you can actually do!
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.
These young men, it's clear to see, embody the peace, love, and believes woven in their lyrics, music, performance and easy camaraderie.
This is the only cafe in India or perhaps even in the world, run by acid attack survivors.
This 17-year-old teenager, diagnosed with spina bifida at birth, still leads an extraordinary life.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
People with scars have praised Princess Eugenie for wearing a scooped back dress with no veil on her wedding day to Jack Brooksbank, purposefully designed to show off her back scar, reports HuffPost UK.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Little Book, Big Secrets – How to blend in when you were born to stand out
17-year-old Nur Batrisya Representing Malaysia in International Chess Tournament
Thailand’s Chief Negotiator Praises Malaysia’s Role and Effort in Facilitating the Peace Talks
Semangat kental remaja penghidap kanser tahap 4, tarik perhatian PM
Firefighters Rescued Man Attempting to Jump Down KL Tower
Sabah traffic cop goes beyond call of duty to clear clogged drain
Hero berdarah ganjil tampil menderma
Honda Civic generasi ke-11 dilancarkan
Actress Tya Ariffin Honoured to be Named as Successful Individual in BritishPedia
Michael Ang Explains Journey with Criticism and Inner Struggles After Launch of Debut Single
Mother surprises daughters after being stuck in Singapore for 578 days
Seven-year-old who’s skilled at making roti canai
John Deere perkenal traktor pandu sendiri
Wanita cipta rekod dunia berlari keliling New Zealand
Fosil naga laut terbesar ditemui di UK
Foodpanda Rider Meets Kind Teacher, who Then Meets Another Kind Soul
Finance Graduate Inspires Many with Successful Hijab Business
Budak terkuat di dunia kongsi penampilan terkini
Ratu Besi India catat rekod dalam Guinness Book of World Records
Malaysian Actress Listed in Britishpedia’s ‘Successful People in Malaysia’ 2021
First Malaysian Woman to Join World Acclaimed Spain-Based Cycling Team
Bangladeshi Who Earns RM5k a Month, Sends RM4,500 Back Home
Anak Malaysia juara di kalangan juara Masterchef UK
Kisah pelajar cemerlang SPM dalam norma baharu pendidikan
Ipoh-born Ping is Masterchef UK’s Champion of Champions
WHO yakin tumpaskan Covid-19 tahun ini
Elyana dedah doktor rawat kanser 10 tahun hingga sembuh
Kidnaped Man Reunites with Family After 33 Years by Drawing Hometown from Memory
Learning In The New Normal: A Young Visionary’s SPM Journey
Reunion Gila-Gila Remaja gamit kenangan 80an, 90an
Siren tidak berbunyi, warga emas jadi penyelamat
Man Presents Kind Family with USD500 for Buying Him Lunch
FreeMakan, Uplift salur bantuan kepada Lebih 10,000 mangsa banjir
Unity in Diversity: FreeMakan and Uplift Provide Aid To Over 10,000 Flood Victims
Kerajaan pastikan bantuan banjir dilaksana secara komprehensif
2 jururawat masyarakat lawan arus banjir selamatkan keluarga
Abang Viva pertimbang hadiah pacuan empat roda
Gadis 20 tahun ambil peranan sebagai ibu, bapa jaga 4 adik
Keluarga BAC bawa sinar Krismas kepada anak-anak yatim
Helping Flood Victims Recharge
German Shepherd Becomes Latest White House Resident
Nearly 200 Pets Rescued in Sri Muda Flood
20-Year-Old Struggling Girl Takes on “Parental Role” to Take Care of Four Younger Siblings
MySJ Trace – The Upcoming Feature on MySejahtera
Canada Sets Record by Granting Permanent Resident Status to 400,000 Individuals
Hulu Langat Flood Victims Seek Refuge on Surau Roof and Pray Through the Night
Stronger Together: AsiaHeroes Volunteers Join Cleaning Efforts In Sri Muda
FreeMakan, Uplift, BAC Education Group jalin kerjasama untuk bantuan banjir
Asia Heroes mahu lebih ramai sukarelawan tampil untuk kerja pembersihan
BAC Family Bands Together To Bring Christmas Cheer To Children In Orphanages
Asia Heroes Appeal for More Volunteers for Massive Flood Cleanup
Flood Relief Efforts by FreeMakan Extends to Other Affected States
18 Hours in Traffic due to Flash Floods, Malaysians Band Together to Get Through Ordeal
Buffalo Saves Tortoise by Flipping it Over in Heartwarming Video
Harith Iskander and The Hope Branch Rescues Baby and Trapped Victims from Submerged Shophouse
Gurdwara’s Cook up a Storm in Response to Worst Floods in “100-Years”
Man Commutes 8km 3 Times Daily to Feed Pet Cats Amidst Devastating Flood
FreeMakan Collaborates With Uplift & The BAC Education Group For Flood Relief
Actress Julia Farhana Marin Urges People to Speak Up Against Sexual Harassment
Man Goes Out of his Way to Save Cats Trapped in Floods
EPF Teams Up With 1MillionDevices to Provide Marginalised Children with Digital Devices
Terengganu Woman Makes Rare Whale Vomit Find
European Court of Human Rights Urges Russia to Improve Law to Protect Domestic Abuse Victims
Macrobat, the Flying Car that Looks Like a Giant Bird
70-year-old JB man with Hypertension and Diabetes Gets his PhD After 6 Years
Agrobank Offers Financing Facilities for the Urban Agriculture Sector
Muslim Man Goes Out of his Way to Save Poisoned Dog
11 tahun melawan kanser, Elyana kini disahkan sihat
Residents in Kulim Plant Banana Trees in Potholes to Draw Attention from Authorities
Malaysian Filmmaker Nabs Silver at Tokyo Film Awards
China to Plant Belgium Sized Forest – Every Year
Government to Establish the Keluarga Malaysia Research and Education Centre at UPSI
Malaysia Wins Best National Costume with ‘Ulek Mayang’ Folklore
Jual ayam kampung RM16 seekor, peniaga ikrar terus bangkit
Mother Covered in Volcanic Ash Protects Child after Mount Semeru Eruption
Hampir 100% populasi dewasa lengkap vaksin Covid-19
Bonnie rangkul emas Powerlifting Para Dunia
WATCH: Video of Teacher Guiding Visually Impaired Student
Giving Back To Society: 12 Sites Every Malaysian Should Know About
Man in India Builds RM845k Replica of Taj Mahal for His Wife
National Powerlifter Secures Gold Medal at the World Powerlifting Championships
Penang’s 211-Year-Old Temple Wins Unesco Cultural Heritage Conservation Award
Federal Territories Granted Public Holiday Following KL City FC’s TM Malaysia Cup Victory
London Printing Company Omicron Rejects Call for Name Change, Hopes to Inspire Joy Instead
97% populasi dewasa negara lengkap vaksin
CRCM Launch Website, 12 Briefing Papers on Children Issues in Malaysia and Media Guide on Children
Malaysian Woman Among 43 People in the World with “Golden Blood”
Jahidah, mangsa keganasan rumah tangga selamat bersalin
‘Wartawan wira tidak didendang’
Messi raih Ballon d’Or kali ketujuh
Pemilik darah emas ditemui di Terengganu
Bekas PM kenang rumah kelahiran
Malaysia, Turki jalin kerjasama bangun industri aeroangkasa
Pusat khidmat rakyat jadi tempat rehat penghantar makanan
96% of Malaysians Fully Vaccinated
Dr Nor Azimi kongsi rahsia khidmat bibik 14 tahun
Student Who Came to School Everyday Just to Get Something to Eat
End Stigmatisation of Mental Health by Acting Now
World’s Largest Flower Rafflesia Has Started Blooming in Lundu, Sarawak
Usaha murni 1MillionDevies, WOW bagi sinar baharu kepada pelajar terpinggir
Pfizer, Sinovac dan Astrazeneca lulus sebagai dos penggalak
Gangguan seksual: Fokus tindakan lanjut, tegas Annuar Musa
Minister Urges Law Enforcement to take Sexual Harassment Cases Seriously
WATCH: Tears of Joy After Children Surprises Father with Watch he Always Wanted
10-Year-Old Girl’s Digital Hope Project to Help Underprivileged Kids
Top 3 Latest Things to Know about the PTPTN Loan Repayment
“Atok” is 68 and Going Strong as GrabFood Delivery Rider
Law Students Describe Experience Participating in the Tun Suffian Moot Court Competition
This Chicken Dish Packs a Punch!
Unity through Arts, Culture and Heritage
Kenya Police Force Use Proton X70 as Official Cars
Child Writer Now Part of Malaysia Guinness Book of Records
LRT in Ipoh?
Government to Implement 80% Incentive to p-hailing and e-hailing Contributors
Makhluk asing suka dipeluk – Arik Kershenbaum
Bandar Raya Kuching kini Bandar Raya Kreatif
95.5% populasi dewasa lengkap vaksin
Delivery Rider Stops to Help Old Man after His Motorcycle Breaks Down
Pencarum Perkeso kerja sendiri bakal terima insentif 80%
Malaysia tak boleh lalui full lockdown’ sekali lagi – Hishammuddin
Malaysians in Awe of Japanese Students Speaking Fluent Malay
Lee Chong Wei Pens Sweetest Wish to Wife for their 9th Anniversary
HOMEVEST in Malaysia Book of Records after Offering Home Ownership To Employees
Kerajaan buka pendaftaran dos penggalak dalam ‘waiting list’
Original 1976 Apple-1 Computer Sold for RM1.6 Million in US Auction
Pasukan boling negara mara ke separuh akhir Kejohanan Dunia
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Urges Malaysians to Attend Booster Shot Appointments
Janna Nick saran pesakit mental salahkan diri sendiri
Austria kurung jutaan rakyat belum vaksin
Ain Husniza gembira lanjut pelajaran di sekolah swasta
Menu sosej arang Ikea jadi perhatian netizen
Century’s Longest Partial Lunar Eclipse this Friday
Gem of a Woman Sends Lost Wallet with RM3,000 Back to Owner
Farzana Hayani Inspires Malaysian Youth after Named Youngest Candidate at Melaka State Election
Fancy Some “Roti Biawak” or “Roti Ular” Anyone?
Indonesian Man Goes Viral After Writing Poem to Collect Debt from Friend
Sarawakian Nurse Finally Returns Home after Working Two Years in Singapore
94.9% populasi dewasa lengkap vaksin
Jaya Grocer Contributes RM330,000 to the FFS Food Aid Program, Pledges RM500,000 by Year End
£16 Billion Undersea Cable to Send Clean Energy from Morocco to the UK
Guidelines for those Flying to Sabah and Sarawak
Just Two Malaysian Aunties Conversing in Fluent Tamil Overseas
Lorong Seni Seremban tarikan baharu di Negeri Sembilan
Raja Permaisuri pamer bakat canting batik
Vaseline Healing Project Movement: Help the Underprivileged in Malaysia with Every Product Purchase
Quick Acting Delivery Man Saves Puppy from Near Death Situation
Pil antivirus Covid-19 Pfizer berkesan 89%
Missing Teenage Girl in Danger Found after She Used Hand Signs
Daughter Buys a Ring for her Mother who Sold Jewelry for Family
Perak, Perlis, P.Pinang, Sabah dan Kedah ke fasa 4 bermula Isnin
21-year-old ‘Butterfly Warrior’ Receives Love From Uncle Aquaman
Stray Dog Earns the Hearts of Taman Kok Lian Residents
Scientists Discover First Potential Planet Outside Our Galaxy
Malaysia sedia keluarkan vaksin sendiri
Malaysia ke Piala Asia, KV Kortrijk ucap tahniah
UPLIFT’s 1MillionDevices Bridging The Gap In Digital Divide
Kanak-kanak 5 – 12 tahun bakal terima vaksin Pfizer – KJ
Ronaldo teruja tunggu kelahiran anak kembar
Facebook tukar namanya kepada Meta
Anak penoreh mohon tablet, dapat motosikal dari Uncle Kentang
Ain Husniza dipilih jadi panel di persidangan antarabangsa
Ain Husniza to Speak at Unicef Conference on Children’s Rights
KJ dipilih sebagai Naib Presiden WHA
Malaysia akan terus perjuang kesaksamaan akses vaksin
Tahniah cikgu Komathy, dari Ipoh ke persada antarabangsa
Chong Wei hadiah raket kepada TYT Sabah
4 Siblings Who Share a Device for PDPR, Among Tablet Recipients from 1MillionDevices
Malaysian Police Have Appreciation Ceremony for Drug-Busting Labrador
Teacher from Ipoh Wins Global Teacher Award
Malaysia Among Nations with Fastest Adolescent Covid-19 Vaccination Rate
4 beradik kongsi peranti untuk PDPR, antara penerima tablet dari 1MillionDevices
Singapura longgar sekatan pelawat dari Malaysia
Kutipan e-waste melepasi 50% sasaran ditetapkan
Recycled E-waste Reaches 50%
Unemployed Graduates Can Find Suitable Job Vacancies Via MOHE’s GREaT Portal
UPLIFT’s 1MillionDevices Out to Ensure No Child Gets Left Behind
Penyelam temui pedang 900 tahun
Laptop Plugged “To The Heavens” Goes Viral
Bride Amused by Results After Asking Netizens to Edit Her Wedding Photos
Kes harian Covid-19 terus menurun
Warga emas 70 tahun buktikan mampu lahirkan anak
WATCH: GrabFood Rider Wins Hearts After Helping Blind Pedestrian Cross the Street
Dota 2: Malaysian Part of Team that Won RM21 Million In Largest E-Sports Tournament
6 sukan yang cepat menurunkan berat badan
Coldplay’s Upcoming Eco-Friendly Tour will Actually be Powered by Their Fans
Father Who Sold Motorcycle to Pay for Daughter’s Studies Gets Wonderful Birthday Surprise
Malaysians Must Continue to Support Malaysian Badminton Squad Despite Setbacks
Tearful Reunion Between Two Brothers after Interstate Travel Allowed
Kes harian Covid-19 turun, 6,145 kes semalam
Pink October – Let’s Make a Difference
Tulang, Tengkorak manusia berusia 10,000 tahun ditemui di Perlis
10,000 Year-Old Human Fossils & Skulls Found in Bukit Keteri, Perlis
National Badminton Squad Breeze Through Quarterfinals, to Face Rivals Indonesia
Kisah anjing pastikan pendaki selamat
Endemik: 10 negara yang boleh dikunjung oleh rakyat Malaysia
Fancy a Cute Little Chimp as your New Housekeeper?
Douglas Lim bantu wanita terpisah 6 tahun untuk balik ke Miri
10 Countries Malaysians Can Visit As Borders Open
Douglas Lim Helps Woman Reunite with Her Family in Miri, Sarawak
Four Malaysian Women Emerge as Winners in Britain’s Women of the Future Awards
Operasi sektor pelancongan, kebudayaan dibenar tanpa CIMS
Warga emas teruja anak hantar ke rumah isteri muda
Skuad Piala Thomas negara masa ke suku akhir
Itu saya ke? Tanya Hishammuddin pada kartun rentas negeri
Batam to Build Largest Floating Solar Power Plant Worth US$2.5 billion
Youth and Sports Ministry Outlines Key Initiatives to Boost Local Sports
Protective Sister Goes Viral After Sending Her Younger Sister for Her First Date
Lelaki Melayu nyanyi lagu Kantonis hiburkan lelaki Tionghoa, dapat pujian netizen
Pandelela: Still Not Accustomed to Being Known as “Datuk”
Malay Man Sings Cantonese Song to Cheer Up Chinese Elderly Patient
Tak biasalah panggil Datuk – Pandelela
Penantian berakhir, rentas negeri dibenar mulai hari ini
This World Mental Health Day, Let’s Get Through Stress Together
Minister Gets Hundreds of Pothole Complaints after Giving Out His Number to Public
9-Year-Old Raises Money to Diversify Library Books at Her School
Man Goes Viral After Surprising J&T Delivery Rider with New Pair of Shoes
Raise a Purple Flag if you have Something to Donate to the Needy
Mat Salleh berkain sarung batik jadi perhatian netizen
A Sweet Solution to Lithium-Sulfur Batteries by Monash University
Kerajaan disaran tubuh agensi`Animal Police’
Penyelam amatur terkejut jumpa harta karun zaman Rom
Public Get First View of Newly-Born Panda Cub at Zoo Negara
Lagi dua peratus boleh rentas negeri – Khairy
Aktivis alam sekitar bina muzium plastik
88% daripada populasi dewasa lengkap vaksinasi
Local Businesses Shine Light on Disrupted Weddings
Man Returns Trash to Car Owner Who Dumped it out Window
Malaysia bakal dapatkan pil Covid-19
Setahun sepi, Muzium Negara kembali terima pengunjung
Melaka Sentral bakal jadi hab pengangkutan termoden negara
Malaysian-born Actor Christopher Lee Bags Golden Bell Award for HBO Asia’s Workers
Malaysia to Procure Covid-19 Pills
Hidup aku bagai mimpi – Zii Jia
Labuan, Negeri Sembilan hampir capai 100% lengkap vaksinasi dewasa
Sebagai pengiktirafan, Produk Maryam akan dipatenkan
Model Walks Runway with Insulin Pump on Display
Food Panda Rider Earns PhD After Working and Studying at the Same Time
MIRM Gave me a Chance to Expand my Skills
What Makes me Love MIRM?
11-Year-Old Malaysian Wins 3 Awards At International Competition & Gains International Praise
Malaysia On The Road To Recovery
Speaking Through Design
23 Years and more to come- Happy Birthday Google!
Rentas negeri dijangka pertengahan Oktober
Rider FoodPanda dapat PhD
Covid-19 terus catat penurunan, 10,959 hari ini
Seram, kerusi dalam ciapan Hannah Yeoh jadi perhatian
Squid Game Soldiers to Help Maintain Social Distancing at Sunway Pyramid
Kid Convinced Mum is an Alien after Watching Men in Black
Woman in India Books Entire Business Class to Travel with Her Pet Dog
Netizens Aflutter over Goat Best Friend
Shoon Fatt Biscuits sumbang 3,184 pek biskut terkenal mereka kepada FreeMakan
Shoon Fatt Biscuits Donate 3,184 Packets of its Famous Cheese Crackers to FreeMakan
Puppy Abducted and Held Captive by Monkey, Rescued
CEO Pos Malaysia turun padang sebagai posmen
PM gembira, populasi dewasa capai 80 peratus lengkap divaksinasi
Operasi stesen minyak, kedai makan dan serbenaka bakal beroperasi hingga 12 malam
Rachel Siew: Born to Stand Out
Manny Pacquiao bakal bertanding pilihan raya presiden Filipina
Cucu tidak sangka lukisan datuk laris di media sosial
Pesawah terkejut suntik vaksin dapat hadiah motosikal
This Bicycle Library Helps Residents Build Their Confidence in Cycling
Money Heist ‘Thieves’ Steal the Limelight in Penang PPV
Memorial dalam talian kenang mangsa korban Covid-19
KLIA Immigration Services Fourth Best in the World
Health Minister Makes Surprise Visit to Kajang Hospital in Jeans and Hoodie
Gunung Kinabalu sudah dibuka semula
Uncle Kentang terima anugerah dari Ratu England
Former Paralympian Raduan Emeari Accepts Job with National Sports Council
British Youtuber Steals Limelight After Purchasing 28-year-old Proton Saga
Jewel of Kedah All Set To Welcome Fully Vaccinated Citizens 16th September Onwards
The Sky isn’t Falling, but the CO2 in it is!
Malaysia Day a Triple Celebration for Fruit Seller in Terengganu
Sapiah wanita Orang Asli pertama dilantik KP Jakoa
British Amputee Completes 13-hour Crawl to Reach Snowdon Summit
Large Portrait of the Late Siti Sarah and Husband Created Using Rubik’s Cubes
Keluarga Chan Peng Cheong cetus inspirasi warga ATM
Defying the Odds: How having Comorbidities Fails to Deter this Designer
‘Behind the Scenes’ TikTok Video Goes Viral
Kenali 4 watak penting dalam pembangunan laman COVIDNOW
Barbers Sing to Prevent Little Boy from Crying During Haircut
Meet The 4 Malaysians Behind the New National COVID-19 Statistics Website
Persembahan busker dibenarkan di 6 PPV
11-year-old Inventor Secures Three International Awards in Canada
Bunuh diri boleh dicegah – KJ
Ronaldo: The Last Dance
Well-loved PJ Porridge Stall Stood the Test of Time – Becomes Booming Home Business
Visually Impaired Sabahans ‘The Trio’ Win 1st Place in USA International Youth Music Competition
Aktiviti sukan indoor dibenar beroperasi di negeri Fasa 1 PPN
27,627 pemandu e-hailing terima one-off PEMERKASA RM500
Malaysian Para-Athletes Wore Heart on Their Sleeves and Made Nation Proud
Selangor mula proses warta semula Hutan Simpan Kuala Langat
We are the 81st Happiest Nation in the World
Elderly Woman’s Reaction to Her First Sip of Starbucks Coffee Goes Viral on TikTok
Selangor Government to Re-gazette Kuala Langat North Forest Reserve
Institut memandu dibenar beroperasi mulai esok
TMJ kurnia ganjaran kepada Azizulhasni
Kerjasama BAC, Perkeso selamatkan pekerja dan pekerjaan
Cinemas to Reopen Soon with Strict SOPs
7 tarikan di Langkawi yang tidak patut dilepaskan
After Breaking Barriers in 2020, Azalina Could be First Woman Appointed as Parliament Speaker
Dancing with Spiderman in Negeri Sembilan
BAC & Socso Team Up to Save Jobs, Support Workers, Protect Livelihoods
CovidFund.my catat kutipan dana RM420,000 bantu Hospital, Frontliners lawan Covid
Dad Shaves Off Hair in Solidarity with 3-Year-Old Son
Long-jumper Abdul Latif Romly Bags Malaysia’s Third Gold in Tokyo 2020 Paralympics
Malaysia’s Cheah Liek Hou Secures Historical Gold Medal in First-Ever Paralympics Badminton Tournament
CovidFund.my Raises Over RM 420,000 to Help Frontliners & Hospitals Fight Covid-19
Visually Impaired Sprinter at the Tokyo Paralympics was Met with a Surprise!
Highly Efficient MySejahtera App Out Soon
Hishammuddin ajak rakyat kongsi idea perangi Covid-19
Pembukaan Langkawi berita baik buat penggiat industri pelancongan
MySejahtera bangun ciri baharu, mudahkan orang ramai
You Will Always be our Champion, Ziyad
Malaysia’s Chan Wei Lun Secures Silver Medal in Tokyo 2020 Paralympics
Wei Lun hadiah pingat ketiga untuk Malaysia
Netizens Amused by how this Father Reacted When His Child Broke the TV
