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Demand surges for bamboo leaf ‘ketupat’
ONE entrepreneur in Kedah has made a thriving business out of selling her own version of ketupat.
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Buttery boat-shaped bites
Belonging to a class of old-fashioned festive treats, biskut sampan or biskut perahu − literally "boat biscuits" − are becoming increasingly rare.
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Blending the old, new for meaningful Raya
ACROSS Kedah, Pahang and Selangor, the festive spirit soared as Malaysia prepared for the arrival of Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
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Residents see red over plan to fence up football field
RESIDENTS of Tanjung Bungah and Tanjung Tokong in Penang are upset over a proposal that will restrict access to a public field.
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Bullying escalates online
NEARLY two years have passed since social media influencer Rajeswary Appahu (also known as Esha) took her own life after sustained bullying on TikTok.
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Futsal court opens in Pahang village
A COVERED futsal court in Kampung Chengal Lempong, Kuantan in Pahang, built under the "Kampung Angkat Madani" initiative, is now ready for use.
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Festive drinks, seasonal sharing selections for Raya
As part of its year-long "Celebration of Fes-tables", The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Malaysia (CBTL) brings its "Fes-table of Berkat" this Raya.
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Tailors trade bespoke for alterations to boost profits
While tailors once focused solely on stitching new outfits ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, the trend has shifted this year to alteration services for ready-made clothing.
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Balancing nostalgic soul with modern pop energy of upbeat Raya songs
Annually, as Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaches, Malaysia's music industry releases numerous new Raya songs that add colour and cheer to the season.
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Family-run outlet sustains strong festive demand
AFTER operating for a decade, D'Labu's Lemang Periuk Kera in Seremban continues to enjoy strong demand, particularly in the lead-up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
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New roof upgrade for Penang’s futsal court by the sea
THE country's only "futsal court by the sea" near Tan Jetty in George Town, Penang, will soon see a roof installed.
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Lessons from restoration of Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad
LETTER FROM BEN FONG KOK SENG Chairman, Bukit Bintang Residents' Representative Council
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Johor to develop badminton academy
JOHOR is moving a step closer towards establishing its own high-performance badminton academy.
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Nursery operators want more time to relocate
Sungai Buloh nursery operators are requesting more time to relocate, after the Petaling District and Land Office issued them a one-month eviction notice dated March 16.
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Assemblyman nominates two Ampang flats to receive state aid
TWO low-cost private flats in Ampang, Selangor, have been identified as being in urgent need of repainting.
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DBKL to hold monthly consultations in all KL constituencies
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will take a new approach to address grassroots issues by holding mayoral consultation meetings in every parliamentary constituency beginning next month, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh.
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Utility company hosts inclusive ‘iftar’ event for friends
IN honouring the spirit of togetherness and compassion, national sewerage company Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd hosted a breaking of fast event, bringing together members of its Sahabat Istimewa programme, local communities and petty traders.
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Sweet stories of shared legacy
With Hari Raya Aidilfitri close at hand, the rhythmic "clack-clack" of biscuit tins and the heady aroma of toasted nuts and browned butter are once again filling the kitchens of those preparing for the festivities.
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‘Human vigilance still the most reliable safety guard’
As the annual Hari Raya Aidilfitri balik kampung exodus gathers momentum, many Malaysians are hitting the road with more than just kuih raya and luggage in tow.
