Kuala Lumpur · Thursday, 30 July 2026

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A climber reaches for a colourful hold on an indoor bouldering wall, in a generic stock photo of a climbing gym rather than a specific Klang Valley venue.

Bouldering Gyms Are Quietly Becoming KL and PJ's Favourite Third Place

No ropes, no mirrors, no gym-bro energy. Bouldering gyms in KL and PJ are pulling in first-timers who'd never set foot in a regular gym, and the numbers explain why.

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Latest

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How to Check Your LHDN Tax Refund Status Online in Malaysia (2026)

A practical guide to checking your LHDN income tax refund status on MyTax, how long bayaran balik cukai normally takes, what to do if it's delayed, and how your bank details affect the payout.

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A child washes their hands with soap under a running bathroom faucet.

HFMD Cases in Malaysia Are Rising Again This School Term — What Parents Need to Know

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A restored 1939 shophouse facade on Jonker Street in Melaka's UNESCO-listed heritage district, not Kampung Chetti itself.

The Chetti Melaka: 8 Things to Know About Melaka's Peranakan Indian Community

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Food & Drink

A vendor prepares takeaway containers at a bustling Southeast Asian street food stall filled with assorted cooked dishes.

Yong Tau Foo 101: How to Order It, Build a Balanced Bowl and Not Overpay

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Skewers of grilled chicken satay served with peanut sauce and side dishes on a plate.

Satay 101: How to Order It, Judge It, and Win the Kajang vs KL Debate

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Crispy, flaky layers of golden-brown roti canai stacked upright in a white cup on a wooden surface, showing off the bread's texture.

Roti Canai: Why the Fold Matters More Than the Curry

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Places

A climber reaches for a colourful hold on an indoor bouldering wall, in a generic stock photo of a climbing gym rather than a specific Klang Valley venue.

Bouldering Gyms Are Quietly Becoming KL and PJ's Favourite Third Place

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

The modern Kuala Lumpur skyline seen past a lush park with a water fountain in the foreground.

Free Things to Do in KL and PJ: The Real 2026 List

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A colourful indoor playground with neon lighting and geometric play structures.

The Best Indoor Activities in Klang Valley for When the Rain Just Won't Stop

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Money

A pink piggy bank blurred in the background behind a neat stack of coins on a plain white surface.

PRS Malaysia: 6 Things to Know Before You Chase the RM3,000 Tax Relief

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A delivery rider on a motorcycle wearing a helmet, riding through a city street with buildings in the background.

5 Money Rules That Quietly Changed for Gig Drivers and Migrant Workers in Malaysia in 2026

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A group of friends smiling and sharing a meal together at a restaurant table.

The Patungan Instinct: Why Malaysians Always Split the Bill Together

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Tech

A close-up of two hands holding a smartphone displaying a financial app.

Malaysia's Digital Banks in 2026: GXBank, Boost, AEON, Ryt and KAF Compared

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A close-up of a smartphone screen showing a folder of app icons.

7 Government Apps You Actually Need Now That MyDigital ID Is Mandatory

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Close-up of ink fingerprints being pressed onto an official document, illustrating the biometric identity verification process.

MyDigital ID Is Now Compulsory for JPJ, Immigration and Telcos — Here's What Changed in 2026

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Culture

A restored 1939 shophouse facade on Jonker Street in Melaka's UNESCO-listed heritage district, not Kampung Chetti itself.

The Chetti Melaka: 8 Things to Know About Melaka's Peranakan Indian Community

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

Two colourful kites flying against a clear blue sky.

Wau Bulan: The Moon Kite That's Still Kelantan's Proudest Craft

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A colourful Peranakan shophouse facade in George Town, Penang, decorated with ornate tiles and Chinese signage.

Baba Nyonya Is Now Malaysia's Newest Official Race. Here's the Story Behind It

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Health

A child washes their hands with soap under a running bathroom faucet.

HFMD Cases in Malaysia Are Rising Again This School Term — What Parents Need to Know

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A woman adjusts a face mask while walking on a city street.

New COVID Subvariants Are Circulating in Malaysia — Here's What MOH Actually Says

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A nurse in blue scrubs checks the blood pressure of a female patient in a hospital room.

How to Check Your PeKa B40 Eligibility and Get a Free Health Screening in 2026

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Style

A woman wearing a hijab poses in an elegant outfit outdoors next to a vintage car.

How Malaysia Quietly Became a Modest Fashion Powerhouse

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Close-up of an intricately patterned batik cloth in warm, vibrant colours, the traditional textile technique behind much of Malaysia's modern fashion revival.

The Malaysian Labels Turning Baju Kurung and Baju Melayu Into Office Wear

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A brown leather handbag styled as a flat lay beside a folded newspaper, illustrating the artisanal leather craftsmanship theme of the story.

7 Homegrown Malaysian Bag Brands That Are Actually Worth Your Ringgit

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Entertainment

A band performs on a smoke-filled stage under bright concert lights as a crowd watches.

The Click Five Are Playing Zepp KL, and Malaysian Millennials Have the Money Now

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

Rows of empty red cinema seats facing an illuminated screen in a darkened movie theatre.

Tiket Sehala Hits Malaysian Cinemas on 06/08 — the Local Film Confronting Human Trafficking Head-On

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

A wide, empty vintage cinema auditorium with rows of red velvet seats and warm ambient lighting facing the screen.

GSC vs TGV vs MBO: Which Cinema Chain Actually Wins in Malaysia Now

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Travel

A luggage trolley loaded with suitcases at an airport terminal, evoking the trip-planning season around travel fairs.

MATTA Fair 2026: Every Remaining Date, From Ipoh to KL

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Travellers walking through an airport terminal while holding their passports.

Visa-Free Countries for Malaysians in 2026: The Real List

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

A train arriving at the platform inside KL Sentral station in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The RTS Link Between JB and Singapore Just Entered Testing — Here's What's Actually Confirmed

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Guides

A calculator resting on tax paperwork on a wooden desk, representing income tax filing and refund calculations.

How to Check Your LHDN Tax Refund Status Online in Malaysia (2026)

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

A car drives along a scenic mountain road at sunset, seen from inside the vehicle looking out through the windshield.

How to Apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Malaysia in 2026

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Tax forms laid flat on a wooden surface next to a calculator.

How to Check and Pay Cukai Taksiran (Cukai Pintu) Online in KL and PJ

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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