Entertainment

Malaysian actor Hero Tai likens living with sister-in-law to 'an incurable tumour'

Tai lamented that despite covering his sister-in-law's living expenses, she was always unwilling to help with chores.

Wellness

Microplastics weaken biological barrier that protects brain 

These minuscule bits of plastic cause the blood-brain barrier to become leaky.

Arts

Weekend for the arts: 'Amadeus Live', 'Rupa' exhibition, 'Kelah Buku'

A list of arts and culture events to check out in the Klang Valley this weekend and beyond

Life Inspired

An iconic emblem in the fashion world celebrates 130 years

One of the most recognisable emblems in fashion history is celebrating its 130th anniversary.

Family

Trading cries for barks: Are people choosing to have pets and not children?

Researchers found that rather than replacing children, pets are actually more likely to be a steppingstone to having them.

Children

Starchild: Why Malaysian kids want futuristic watches on their wrists

Here are the letters and drawings from Starchild readers on the topic, Watches.

Living

Heart And Soul: A love letter to Ipoh, where the rain remembers

A love letter to Ipoh, where limestone hills, old legends and warm rituals endure.

Entertainment

Singapore Hokkien singer David Chia dies at 73

Chia collapsed due to a cerebral hemorrhage at about 3am on Jan 2 while on a cruise ship sailing near Melaka.

Entertainment

How ‘Stranger Things’ landed ‘Purple Rain’ and gave it a big Gen Z boost

The mesmerizing guitar-centric tune has seen a 243% jump in streams on Spotify.

Europe

Europe’s most active volcano erupts; tour guides told to stay away

Italian authorities in Sicily's Catania city suspend/restrict excursions to see Mount Etna's lava flows.

Malaysia

'I Lite U' initiative at Bukit Bintang brings delight to visitors

Visitors are experiencing KL's night scene in a new light, thanks to the 'I Lite U' initiative.

Entertainment

DiCaprio? Chalamet?: Who will host Nikki Glaser roast at this year's Golden Globes?

Glaser says she is struggling to find a Julia Roberts joke.

Living

Durian growers scent opportunity as Chinese demand spikes

Durian, the world's most controversial fruit, smells somewhere between rotting flesh and old, sweaty clothes. And yet it's currently booming amid a spike in demand from China.

Family

Does excessive screen time affect the older generation?

Study finds spending time online may contribute to better mental health among older people, but warns it is a 'double-edged sword'.

Fashion

Inside the new season: The fashion campaigns shaping what we’ll wear

From K-pop stars in Seoul to Parisian library halls, these newly released campaigns offer a first glimpse at the accessories and silhouettes set to shape the season ahead.

Arts

'Busana' exhibition unveils the rich textile legacy of the Malay world

Running until April 12, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia's show celebrates the heritage and cultural significance of Malay traditional attire

Entertainment

Indonesian actor and martial arts star Iko Uwais makes his directorial debut in new film 'Timur'

True to form, the silat master does not do things by halves – he's not only directing and producing the film, he is starring in it.

Entertainment

Trump says no pardon for Sean 'Diddy' Combs

The 56-year-old Combs was convicted last July of two counts of transporting people across state lines for prostitution.

Living

Giving girls a chance: Club forges Egyptian girls' Olympic wrestling dreams

The al-Shal and Manshiya club has produced national champions in wrestling and judo, ‌and one of its teenage stars is set to represent Egypt at the Youth Olympics.

Positive Parenting

Parents, concerned about your teen’s friends?

Sometimes, we may not feel too comfortable with the people our child befriends, but it is important not to judge without reason.