Echoes in the Algorithm By Charice Chan
I don’t think I ever meant to find teachers online. But somehow, they found me first. When I was younger, I thought learning meant sitting in a classroom, waiting for…
Performative Males Are Not Qawwam
Before leaving the house, the performative men will make sure they have their tote bag ready, filled with books by female writers or poets such as Sylvia Plath and Jane…
From Kampar to London: The Inspiring Journey of Med Pang and His Culinary Dream
In the heart of London, nestled near Bayswater Station, lies Med Salleh Kopitiam, a charming eatery that serves more than just food—it dishes out culture, memory, and inspiration. Its founder,…
Music of Malaysia by Joshua Chong
When I first took on the role of Musical Director for Manchester’s MNight 2025, I thought I knew music. I had grown up with the clean harmonies of Broadway scores,…
Autism in Malaysia: Seen but Unsupported by Eizka Rizal Ali
Imagine this. You’re a parent in Malaysia. Your child shows early signs of autism, difficulty with speech, avoiding eye contact, frequent meltdowns. You’re told early intervention is critical, but the…
You can Hate the Messenger, but Hear the Message: A Case Study of Effective Altruism by Umar Fazlan
In 2020, I first encountered the existence of Effective Altruism, a global philosophy and movement dedicated to reshaping the way we think about social impact by focusing on the best…
Why ASEAN Still Matters, And Why Malaysia Must Lead Its Reform by Adham Adnan
As motorcades swept through the streets of Kuala Lumpur during the 2025 ASEAN Summit, many Malaysians voiced familiar frustrations of blocked roads, long speeches, and little tangible outcome. For critics,…
Populism and the Politics of Division: Healing A Polarised World Through the Lens of Moderation by Danish Faris
What happens when politics becomes less about solving problems and more about picking sides? In an age where the rhetoric of “Us vs. Them” is being used frequently by politicians…
I like My Men All Incompetent by Milo
“When men disappoint me, I think you’re just a man. But what I really mean is: You could be so much more.” While Lana Del Rey and Sabrina Carpenter might…
Why You Shouldn’t Date a Runner by Sofya Dzul
Running has always been a popular sport. It manifests at different levels. Some take it up as a casual hobby, others as a coping mechanism—but for many, it's an act…