Clean your room

In today’s fast-paced world, more people are turning to feng shui to restore calm and balance in their lives – and the bedroom often becomes the starting point. It is one of the most searched topics in home and wellness design, and for good reason. The bedroom is not just a place to sleep. It… Continue reading Clean your room

Sharp satirical take on human psyche

IT is easy to hold onto our morals when circumstances favour us. The absence of pressure or temptation allows for less deviation from one’s values. But what happens when we are placed in challenging situations? Can our moral compass withstand the pressures of our survival needs? This question is pondered through Netflix’s latest series Sirens.… Continue reading Sharp satirical take on human psyche

Trapped under ice

THERE are countless ways to die, but for the Argentinians in Netflix’s The Eternaut, death has arrived in the form of a snowstorm. Adapted from Hector German Oesterheld’s El Eternauta, a comic considered a classic in Argentina, the six-episode Netflix series takes place in Buenos Aires. As a snowfall that kills on contact with skin… Continue reading Trapped under ice

Written remedy

SCREENS and a constant stream of notifications, the simple act of putting pen to paper can feel almost revolutionary. Journalling, long regarded as the domain of sensitive teenagers and prolific novelists, is experiencing a reawakening. And it is not just about scribbling down your day, journalling has been quietly proving its worth as a powerful… Continue reading Written remedy

Simple comforts

SWEET potatoes are beloved across cultures because they are naturally sweet and rich in nutrients such as fibre, beta-carotene and vitamin C. Here are some delicious sweet potato recipes. Sweet potato stir-fry This simple stir-fry brings out the natural sweetness of the tuber while adding a savoury kick with soy sauce and garlic. Ingredients 2… Continue reading Simple comforts

Sunset mayhem

THE sequel to 2023 Indonesian horror flick Waktu Maghrib returns with an ambitious attempt to dig deeper into the myth of Ummu Sibyan, a demonic entity that emerges when curses are uttered during the twilight call to prayer. But where the original managed to maintain a strong grip on psychological fear and mythological roots, Waktu… Continue reading Sunset mayhem

Sweet chocolate factory experience

VISITING a chocolate factory is a fun and educational experience, given the opportunity to learn about chocolate production, indulge in sweet treats and immerse oneself in the wonders of chocolate. The classic Cadbury Dairy Milk that Malaysians are familiar with are produced at Cadbury Confectionery Malaysia in Shah Alam, a plant that employs over 250… Continue reading Sweet chocolate factory experience

Toshiba launches Malaysia’s biggest-capacity refrigerator

TOSHIBA Sales & Services Sdn Bhd yesterday unveiled the NaturePure Series 820L refrigerator, certified by the Malaysia Book of Records as the biggest-capacity refrigerator in Malaysia. The NaturePure 820L refrigerator is Asean’s first four-door, side-by-side refrigerator with a capacity exceeding 820 litres, sufficient for two weeks’ food storage. Designed for multi-generational households, the appliance offers… Continue reading Toshiba launches Malaysia’s biggest-capacity refrigerator

Lousy name, great band

ANOTHER great band to emerge from Sweden’s seemingly never-ending pool of death metal talent, Disrupted is a pretty weak moniker. Yes, the scene is saturated and all the good band names are taken but surely the band can do better. What is not in question though is the quality of the music on offer. This… Continue reading Lousy name, great band