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Recap: What You Missed On The Busy Reading Books Podcast In May

, May 31, 2021
This month has been quite the page-turner on the Busy Reading Books Podcast! We go on a tour of the Land of the Rising Sun, explore some prolific Latin American writers, and weigh the pros and cons of literary prizes and awards.

Indonesia Preps To Reignite International Tourism, Malaysian Police Quash 8pm Curfew Rumour, & More

, May 28, 2021
Indonesia is getting ready to welcome international tourists, and Malaysian police deny 'no cars past 8pm rumour that's been circulating – these and some more travel news from around the world that you may have missed this week!

Bloody Stories Worth Reading. Period.

, May 28, 2021
Today’s Menstrual Hygiene Day, and to celebrate, we’re sharing the things we’ve learned and also some pretty funny things that have happened to us on this shared journey through womanhood.

Pining For Adventure: The Things That Make Travel Worth Hoping For

, May 27, 2021
It’s been a year on, and so much uncertainty about our ability to travel lies ahead. Here’s to remembering why we love and continue to hope for it.

Hello Zafigo #14: We Need To Talk About Mental Health In Malaysia

, May 26, 2021
A recap of what we discussed during the fourteenth episode of Hello Zafigo. We talked about mental health accessibility in Malaysia, what it means to feel 'languished', the importance of having words to describe how we're feeling, and more.

Fasting As A Non-Muslim: 5 Lessons I Learned This Ramadan

, May 25, 2021
Although Hari Raya has come and gone, it’s still too soon to forget (nor should we) the slew of significant life lessons learned throughout the Ramadan fasting period. From the perspective of a non-Muslim, here are five of the lessons learned from my try at fasting.

#SapotLokal: 7 Maximalist Cakes From Malaysian Bakers

, May 24, 2021
Birthday coming up but can’t go out the celebrate? Don’t fret; we got you! Don’t just drool over these insanely beautiful, too-pretty-to-eat cakes by seven renowned Malaysian bakers, go ahead and order them.

8 Things You Need To Know About Registering For The AstraZeneca Vaccine

, May 21, 2021
Let’s get that herd immunity! Here are all the things you need to know if you’re contemplating whether or not to register for phase 2 of Malaysia’s opt-in AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine programme.

Japan Grows Travel Ban List, Italy Issues ‘Green Pass’ For Quarantine-Less Travel, & More

, May 21, 2021
Vaccines, travel bans, and more COVID-19 travel updates – here's some travel news from around the world that you may have missed this week!

7 Out-Of-This-World Dining Experiences

, May 20, 2021
Want a dining experience that transports you to another world? Explore these unique restaurants that are a symphony between the wonders of nature and culinary artistry.

Raya On Call: Enjoy Modern Malaysian Cuisine At Home

, May 19, 2021
Had your fill of typical Raya fare? Indulge in these modern takes of much-loved Malaysian classics from these contemporary restaurants.

Quarantine Diaries: Moving Countries In The Middle Of A Pandemic

, May 17, 2021
Three square meals, endless snacks, countless hours of Netflix, and even more bubble baths later, I survived Malaysia's 10-day quarantine while seven months pregnant. Yes, my sanity is still intact, and here's how I did it.