Kuala Lumpur · Friday, 24 July 2026

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The Digital Kopitiam

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The Patungan Instinct: Why Malaysians Always Split the Bill Together

A look at why Malaysians instinctively pool money for meals, gifts, and rides, and how e-wallets like DuitNow have made splitting costs faster without solving the social awkwardness of asking.

Lepaklah Editorial24 Jul5 min

Latest

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

A current, step-by-step guide to transferring vehicle ownership (pindah milik) in Malaysia in 2026, covering the MyJPJ app, mySIKAP portal, JPJ counter, required documents, fees, and common mistakes.

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial4 min

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7 Homegrown Malaysian Bag Brands That Are Actually Worth Your Ringgit

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

Food & Drink

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

Lepaklah Editorial7 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial7 min

A plate of nasi lemak with coconut rice, sambal, fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber slices and a boiled egg served on a banana leaf.

Nasi Lemak 101: How to Judge the Sambal and Order Like a Local

Lepaklah Editorial7 min

Places

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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Best Parks and Green Spaces in KL for a Weekend Outdoors

Lepaklah Editorial7 min

A DC Cycles weekend group ride — road cyclists rolling out together around Seremban

DC Cycles Seremban: The Bike Shop Desmond Cheong Built for Real Riders

Bryan Lee7 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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6 SST Changes in 2026 Malaysians Need to Know About

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

Tech

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

Lepaklah Editorial7 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

Culture

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

A traditional Chinese temple illuminated with red lanterns at night, the kind of glow that surrounds altars and stages during Hungry Ghost Festival season.

Getai Season Returns — Why Malaysia's Hungry Ghost Festival Still Leaves the Front Row Empty

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

Health

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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

Why Your Medical Card Premium Keeps Going Up in Malaysia

Lepaklah Editorial4 min

A bright, uncluttered clinic waiting area with rows of empty chairs.

How to Book a Klinik Kesihatan Appointment on MySejahtera in 2026

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial4 min

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

6 Malaysian Sneaker and Streetwear Labels Worth Knowing in 2026

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial4 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

Travel

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

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

A commercial airplane parked at an airport terminal gate, preparing for departure.

New Direct Flights Out of Malaysia in 2026: It's Not Just KL Anymore

Lepaklah Editorial4 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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

Lepaklah Editorial6 min

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)

Lepaklah Editorial5 min

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