Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Author: Priscilla Tawie

Sweet leap forward

Content creator-turned-entrepreneur, Adam Shamil, has always chased big dreams. After years of saving and experimenting, he finally brought his love for croffles to life – sparking Chunk & Dunk’s growing East Malaysian presence. Adam Shamil’s sweet-turned-success story FOR content creator Adam Shamil, his goal has always been to open a

Adam Shamil: The story behind the screen

As a Sabahan, Adam Shamil, who was studying in West Malaysia a decade ago, often had his accent mistaken for Indonesian. The confusion was not unusual, as Sabahan and Indonesian do sound alike. However, there are differences. Nevertheless, Adam was determined to correct the fact with a video (or two,

MyJobe rebuilding Malaysia’s hiring system

Malaysia’s hiring system has long frustrated job seekers and employers. MyJobe’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Pais Serhii, believes AI-driven job matchmaking can fix the gaps, humanise recruitment, and strengthen the country’s business ecosystem. Connecting talent and businesses FOR years, job seekers and employers have quietly agreed on one thing: the

World AIDS Day: From death sentence to hope

Once associated with fear and stigma, HIV is now a manageable condition thanks to medical advancements. This World AIDS Day, experts highlight the life-changing impact of U=U – a global movement showing that when HIV is undetectable, it is untransmissible, offering hope, dignity and a future to thousands. Living Free

Breathing new life into Iban heritage

As modernisation accelerates, Dayak heritage faces a crossroads. A recent seminar gathered architects and cultural guardians to examine how Iban motifs can survive, evolve, and remain meaningful in today’s design landscape. Keeping Iban Motifs Alive IN a recent seminar titled ‘Beyond Preservation: Adapting Dayak Traditional Motifs and Designs for the

100 mothers, countless stories

TikTok creator Neo Lih Ying’s ‘Cabaran Makan Dekat Rumah 100 Ibu’ challenge unexpectedly blossomed into a nationwide love letter to home cooking, celebrating mothers, unity, and the comforting flavours that bring Malaysians together today. A Nationwide Love Letter to Home Cooking WHEN TikTok content creator, Neo Lih Ying, first posted

The heart and hard work behind a clean washroom

THE job of a cleaner is never easy, what more to say a washroom attendant. Despite the difficulty in what they face, these unsung heroes remain committed to doing their job well – ensuring the toilet is clean at all times. Like a person’s identity and culture, the toilet reflects

Redefining the public washroom experience

This World Toilet Day, The Spring Shopping Mall, Kuching, highlights how clean, safe, and well-designed washrooms can enhance everyday experiences. With touchless fixtures, modern amenities, and premium scents, the mall’s upgraded toilets show that hygiene and comfort matter, proving that even public washrooms can reflect care, innovation, and respect for

From Sarawak to the world

The Miss Cultural International 2025 finale dazzled Kota Kinabalu with cultural pride and elegance, spotlighting Sarawak’s rising star, Chanel Eve Lee, as she claimed the coveted international crown. Miss Cultural International 2025: Chanel Eve Lee shines on global stage THE Miss Cultural International 2025 Grand Finale lit up the Sabah

World Diabetes Day: Chronic Illness, Unbroken Spirit

For over 30 years, Johnical Juan Masan has navigated life with diabetes and dialysis. His journey highlights the daily realities, challenges, and triumphs of living with chronic illness, reminding Malaysians of the importance of awareness and care. Battling diabetes and dialysis with optimism Life is like a fleeting wind —