Kuala Lumpur · Saturday, 25 July 2026

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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

Malaysia now lets Baba Nyonya families list their race as "Baba Nyonya" on official documents. That paperwork shift opens the door to a 500-year Peranakan story from Melaka to Penang.

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Latest

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

A step-by-step guide to checking PeKa B40 eligibility online, applying for STR first if you are not yet registered, and what actually happens during the free two-visit health screening.

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A close-up pile of fresh purple mangosteen fruits.

Mangosteen Season Malaysia 2026: Why It Now Costs More Than Durian

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Travellers walking through an airport terminal while holding their passports.

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

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Food & Drink

A close-up pile of fresh purple mangosteen fruits.

Mangosteen Season Malaysia 2026: Why It Now Costs More Than Durian

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A street hawker fries char kway teow over high flame, sparks flying from the wok, at an outdoor market in Malaysia.

Char Kway Teow 101: The Penang-KL Debate and How to Actually Judge a Plate

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A metal pot of dark herbal bak kut teh broth simmering with pork ribs and herbs.

Bak Kut Teh 101: How to Order It, Where It Started, and Why It Once Became a National Debate

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Places

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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A diverse group of friends sitting around a table playing a board game together indoors.

Board Game Cafes in KL and PJ Are Becoming Malaysia's Real Third Place

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Aerial view of Kuala Lumpur's skyline with pockets of green space under a clear blue sky.

Best Parks and Green Spaces in KL for a Weekend Outdoors

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Money

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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Collection of Malaysian ringgit banknotes in various denominations laid flat on a wooden surface.

ASB, KWSP i-Invest, or Fixed Deposit: Where Should Your Spare Cash Actually Go in 2026?

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A pair of hands holding cash beside a smartphone showing a calculator app, representing everyday money calculations.

6 SST Changes in 2026 Malaysians Need to Know About

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Tech

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Starlink Malaysia 2026: What It Costs and Who Actually Needs It

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A person making a contactless mobile payment with a smartphone at a cafe table.

Touch 'n Go, GrabPay, Boost or ShopeePay: Which E-Wallets You Actually Need in 2026

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Two people reviewing and signing paperwork together at an office desk.

LHDN E-Invoicing in 2026: What Actually Changed (and What Didn't)

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Culture

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

A group of people in traditional dress gathered together during a Gawai Dayak harvest festival celebration in Serian, Sarawak.

8 Kaamatan and Gawai Dayak Traditions Worth Knowing

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A woman in a red outfit kneels at ground level, carefully drawing an intricate, colourful kolam pattern with her fingers.

Kolam in Malaysia: The Doorstep Ritual That's Secretly a Maths Problem

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Health

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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A healthcare worker in a white coat holding up and examining a chest X-ray in a medical office.

TB Clusters in Malaysia 2026: What the Numbers Actually Mean for You

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A calculator sits on a desk alongside business documents and charts, used for budgeting.

Why Your Medical Card Premium Keeps Going Up in Malaysia

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Style

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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Close-up of a detailed batik fabric pattern in vibrant colours.

Batik Thursdays Just Became Batik Every Day — And KL Offices Are Actually Into It

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A retail store display showcasing rows of sneakers on a lit shelf.

6 Malaysian Sneaker and Streetwear Labels Worth Knowing in 2026

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Entertainment

A packed arena glowing under colourful stage lighting and lasers, evoking the scale of production expected at a major reunion concert.

F4 Are Reuniting in Kuala Lumpur This August, and Millennials Are Not Ready

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The Malaysian flag, Jalur Gemilang, waving against a backdrop of lush green foliage under a blue sky.

Peluru Senja: The Ghost & the Gun Hits Malaysian Cinemas on 28/08, and It Wasn't Even Filmed Here

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Rows of cinema-goers seated in a dark movie theatre facing a large lit screen.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Hits Malaysian Cinemas on 30/07 — Here's the Plan

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Travel

Travellers walking through an airport terminal while holding their passports.

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

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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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Aerial view of a tropical island coastline with turquoise water and lush palm trees, the kind of getaway a long weekend from Malaysia might lead to.

Long Weekends in Malaysia 2026: The Second-Half Guide to Burning the Fewest Leave Days

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Guides

Close-up of a hand handing over a car key to another person, representing an ownership handover between seller and buyer.

How to Transfer Vehicle Ownership in Malaysia (Pindah Milik) in 2026: Full Step-by-Step Guide

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A close-up of a person's hands using a laptop and holding a smartphone at a desk.

How to Check Your SOCSO Contributions Online in Malaysia in 2026

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A university graduate in a cap and gown, representing the transition from studies into PTPTN loan repayment.

How to Check Your PTPTN Loan Balance Online in Malaysia (2026)

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