Stay Active
Although many people view exercise as a way to lose weight, it plays a key role in the wellbeing of the body beyond weight loss. Research shows its benefits across a range of physical and mental health conditions for people…
OCT 2026
OCT 2026
South Asia’s Island Paradise
If you’ve ever flown high above a vast ocean, you probably looked out the window once, took in the featureless expanse of deep blue, then pulled the window shade back down. But if you’re flying across the Indian Ocean with…
The L’Etape Melaka 2024, by Tour De France
The L’Etape du Tour is an organised mass participation cyclosportive event that allows amateur cyclists to race over the same route as a Tour de France stage. The L’Etape by Tour de France is now held in over 23 countries,…
Sharing The Cost
Life is busy, and we don’t always have cash on hand to split a bill on the spot. Sometimes it’s easiest to pay a shared bill and collect payment from others later. But here’s a better idea! I recently went…
A Clash of Titans “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” Reviewed
In “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” the latest instalment in Legendary Pictures’ MonsterVerse, director Adam Wingard delivers a captivating twist on the classic clash of titans narrative. Departing from the anticipated rivalry between Godzilla and Kong, the story unfolds…
A Review of Shankari Chandran’s Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens
Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens, Shankari Chandran’s third published novel by Ultimo Press in March 2023, is a narrative of substance. You could be excused for expecting a light-hearted romp through an elderly home if you judged this book by…
Pay your bills from Your Pocket – E Wallets
E -wallets are one of the fastest-growing payment trends in Malaysia, with over 53 e-wallets now available in the country. E-wallet, a digital version of your wallet. You can use it to pay for things online, in stores, and in…
“The Beekeeper” – A Hilariously Absurd Yet Surprisingly ThoughtProvoking Action Comedy
J ason Statham’s latest venture, “The Beekeeper,” directed by David Ayer, is a rollercoaster ride of action, humour, and unexpected depth. Departing from his typical tough guy roles, Statham steps into the shoes of Adam Clay, a retired government assassin…
Exploring the Depths of History, Mystery, and Morality in Tan Twan Eng’s “The House of Doors”
Tan Twan Eng, an international awardwinning novelist, was born in Penang, Malaysia, and worked as an advocate in one of Kuala Lumpur’s leading law firms before becoming a full-time writer. His debut novel The Gift of Rain was longlisted for…
Playing Pineapple Valley on Thailand’s Golf Coast
In an era when overseas travel was exclusively for the well-to-do, holidaying in Hua Hin became very popular with Bangkok residents. They travelled by train to Hua Hin and stayed in what was originally called the Railway Hotel, a modest…