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Hello Zafigo Session #17 | Ready To Wear: New Generation Batik

, September 2, 2021
How do we assimilate contemporary designs while staying true to our rich culture and heritage in what we wear? We speak to Malaysian designers Maryam Mutalib and Fern Chua about making batik designs evergreen.

Goutal Paris Turns 40 With Re-Release Of Petite Cherie

, September 1, 2021
KENS Apothecary collaborates with Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur for an exclusive Goutal Paris 40th Anniversary Afternoon Tea Set in conjunction with the perfume house’s re-release of Petite Cherie.

6 Super Simple Money Saving Tips

, September 1, 2021
With the average Malaysian’s salary falling for the first time since 2010, people have had to give up luxuries like travel to make ends meet. But even though we need to be careful with our money now more than ever, there are things you can do to boost your chances of successfully saving money.

Kuala Lumpur Beats Dubai, Beijing, Istanbul In Safe Cities Index 2021

, August 31, 2021
Kuala Lumpur made it to 32nd place among 60 other cities in the Safe Cities Index 2021 released by The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU).

Hannah Yeoh On True Merdeka: Travelling With The Heart

, August 31, 2021
Lockdowns remind you that you are not free; that there is looming danger out there. Independence for me has taken on a whole new meaning. As we approach 31 August, may we regain that sense of independence again — to feel liberated, to be able to breathe freely, and to travel with the heart.

KL’s Merdeka 118 To Be World’s Second-Tallest Building

, August 30, 2021
Malaysia is currently constructing the second-tallest building in the world and the tallest building in Southeast Asia.

Flight Perks: 8 Reasons To Get A Private Jet Card Membership

, August 30, 2021
If sheer privacy isn’t enough to convince you to invest in a private jet card membership, then perhaps one of these eight other reasons will.

Mixed & Muhibbah: The Malaysia I Believe In

, August 30, 2021
Navigating society as someone with mixed heritage can be trickier than most would imagine. The soundtrack of any interracial child would be constant comments of disbelief at their mixed heritage. Yet, despite the comments, having access to two, or more, cultures can be immensely rewarding.
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Airbnb Offers Temporary Housing For 20,000 Afghan Refugees

, August 27, 2021
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said on Tuesday that the company plans to offer free temporary housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees around the world amid the Taliban’s rise to power in Afghanistan.

5 Natural Beauty Tips That Indian Grandmothers Swear By

, August 27, 2021
Long before DIY beauty became a fad, grandmothers in India had been formulating their own homemade skin and hair care recipes and passing them down through the generations. Here are five natural beauty tips that are heartily recommended by grandmothers across the country.

AirAsia Launches E-Hailing Platform Within AirAsia Super App

, August 26, 2021
The latest e-hailing provider, AirAsia Ride, is set to paint the city red as it launches in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday while the food delivery platform of the AirAsia Super App, AirAsia Food, simultaneously launched its services in two key cities — Johor Bahru and Melaka — on Wednesday.

7 Tips To Protect Your Health While Travelling

, August 26, 2021
Travelling is all fun and games until you fall ill. Here are seven ways to stay safe and healthy whether you’re travelling interstate or international.

Art In Malaysia: The Women Painting Our Contemporary Scene

, August 26, 2021
This Women’s Equality Day, these female Malaysian artists show us that we are a society that has always, and will continue to rely on, appreciate, and grow from the invaluable contributions of women. Here’s a little bit about how they have long shattered the glass ceiling of Malaysia’s arts scene.

Art For A Cause: Sisters In Islam Raising Funds Through ‘Dunia Akhirat’

, August 25, 2021
Sisters In Islam is back with its fourth charity art show this month, titled Dunia Akhirat.
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Merdeka Safely: 6 Indoor & Outdoor Activities To Celebrate

, August 25, 2021
It’s definitely not the Merdeka holiday we’re used to due to COVID-19. So, to cater for those who are stuck at home and those who are fully-vaccinated and have the freedom to venture outdoors, here are six ways to celebrate indoors and outdoors.

Malaysia Keen To Explore Muslim-Friendly Tourism With Indonesia & Thailand

, August 24, 2021
With Malaysia and her neighbours being among the world’s most Muslim-friendly travel destinations, MOTAC is keen to collaborate with the travel industries of Indonesia and Thailand to develop a common set of Muslim-friendly tourism standards.

5 Of Selangor’s Most Aesthetically Pleasing Cafés

, August 24, 2021
Have we entered Phase 2 yet? These five aesthetically pleasing cafés in Selangor are a must-visit for their unique (and totally Instagrammable) décor and good food.

Singapore’s First Giant Panda Cub Says Hello To The World

, August 23, 2021
Singapore welcomed her first giant panda cub born to parents Kai Kai and Jia Jia on 14 August at the River Safari.

The World With… Dr Amalina Bakri

, August 23, 2021
From Langkawi to Lisbon, Kuala Lumpur to Kenya, it goes without saying that Dr Amalina Bakri is a well-travelled woman. Here are her favourite destinations to head to when she’s taking a break from helping others.

Bill Bensley Artworks To Showcase At InterContinental Danang

, August 20, 2021
Vietnam’s first and only Bill Bensley art gallery to open at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Malaysia: My First Home, My Forever Home

, August 20, 2021
There’s no place like home. When a country adopts you as her own, you adopt her right back. For third culture kids, the word ‘home’ can be hard to define, but I’ve always believed that we are sum of all our experiences.
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Fly Safe: Malaysia Airlines Vaccinates 100% Of Operating Cabin Crew, Pilots

, August 19, 2021
Malaysia Aviation Group's subsidiary, Malaysia Airlines Bhd, has reached a significant milestone by achieving a 100% vaccination rate for all active pilots and cabin crew.

#CutiCutiMalaysia: 7 Underrated Places To Visit On A Tight Budget

, August 19, 2021
Instead of spending fat stacks to explore the marvels that Malaysia has to offer, here are seven underrated destinations to head to when you’re working with a tight budget.

Thailand’s Phuket Sandbox Reduced To Seven Days

, August 18, 2021
The Tourism Authority of Thailand is pressing for the minimum stay requirement of 14 nights for Phuket Sandbox travellers to be reduced to seven nights to boost year-end bookings.