Arts

Pop-up Raya exhibition in KL mall showcases Malay arts and crafts heritage

Traditional Malay kites, wood carvings, and dioramas offer city dwellers a glimpse of 'balik kampung'

Wellness

It's possible to lose weight even with ultra-processed, plant-based foods

The image of these foods being healthy, by virtue of their commitment to animal welfare and/or the environment, doesn't automatically go hand in hand with ingredients or compositions that are good for human health.

Science

This new bike lock emits a foul smell when it gets stolen

Could a smell so awful it's intolerable be a more effective deterrent than any conventional anti-theft device?

Entertainment

Rise of the 'ajeossi': How middle-age became cool in the eyes of Korean youth

Typically used for middle-aged men, often married with children, the Korean term carries a connotation of being outdated and uncool – essentially the opposite of an eligible bachelor.

Family

How the practice of giving and receiving duit raya has evolved over the decades

While electronic transfers are gaining traction, some still appreciate the ritual of receiving duit raya during Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

Arts

Ukrainian museum moves to 'decolonise' history

Ukraine has intensified 'de-colonisation' efforts since the Russian invasion, removing tsarist and Soviet symbols

Beauty

This nail artist counts Cardi B and Ariana Grande as among her famous clients

For at least a few days most weeks, Mei Kawajiri makes hotel calls to celebrities to whip up viral creations, often shared with her more than 343,000 Instagram followers.

Animals

Cats, the medical black box: Feline medicine lags behind its canine counterpart

While veterinary medicine has made enormous strides, feline medicine is still lagging behind its canine counterpart.

Arts

Malaysian doodle artist brings ‘balik kampung’ spirit to KLIA with Raya installation

Malaysia Airports and Jepah Studio recreate balik kampung joy with kampung houses, kedai runcits, and pondoks at selected airports

Entertainment

Fattah Amin, Shila Amzah, Zizan Razak & more celebs share their Hari Raya plans

From indulging indulging in festive dishes to spending quality time with loved ones, here are nine celebrities and their plans for this year's Syawal.

Wellness

Not all doom and gloom in Trump's budget cuts

Here's what the United States healthcare shake-up means to you and the world.

Living

Home cook shares treasured Minang recipes that are mainstays on Hari Raya

During Hari Raya, Datin Norhayati Mohd Nor enjoys whipping up evergreen heirloom favourites, like her rendang Minang Negri Sembilan.

Entertainment

Richard Chamberlain, both heartthrob and serious actor, dies at 90

Actor Richard Chamberlain, a handsome leading man who played in popular TV series from Dr. Kildare in the 1960s to miniseries like The Thorn Birds and the original Shogun, has died at age 90, news media said Sunday.

Asia & Oceania

Laos has plenty to offer, from slow boats to ancient temples

Life tends to slow down when you spend a few days in this landlocked country.

Arts

Festive glow: Sarawak's 'bertuntong' tradition revived ahead of Hari Raya

In Sarawak, the tradition of bertuntong - lighting oil lamps before Hari Raya - has declined with modernisation, but revival efforts continue

Wellness

Microplastics can get into your body via chewing gum

Don't be alarmed but it's another way these mostly invisible plastic pieces enter our bodies.

Fashion

Bloomers don't necessarily look flattering, but they are becoming fashionable

They billow like paper lanterns. They can reach the ankles, or cinch into two large puffballs around the upper thighs. They may not be sexy to anyone, but the person who's wearing them – and that's sort of the point of bloomers.

Living

Malaysian home cook's Hari Raya recipes: Ayam masak merah, daging hitam

Although the family now caters for their open house, Ruzilla Helmi still cooks the Hari Raya meal for her immediate family.

Entertainment

Actor Shaun Chen returns to Malaysia after father killed in hit-and-run

Malaysian actor Shaun Chen with his father, who was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Malaysia on March 28.

Living

Dear Thelma: I’m trying to heal after my wife cheated on me

My wife and I have agreed to a divorce, but I feel lost and don't know what to do.