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Priya is the Lifestyle & Culture Editor at the publication, covering lifestyle across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has mourned the passing of Abu Bakar, a distinguished Malay literary scholar and former educator who shaped generations of students and contributed significantly to the region's cultural landscape.
Malaysian actor Hisyam Hamid has publicly rejected baseless rumours circulating on social media suggesting he visited the home of fellow actress Erysha Emyra, expressing frustration at the allegations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has mourned the death of Professor Emeritus Datuk Abu Bakar Abd Hamid, a seminal figure in Malay letters who helped establish Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and served as Universiti Malaya's deputy vice-chancellor.
The wife of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman toured Putrajaya's iconic waterfront landmarks during a leisure cruise, part of an official visit strengthening Malaysia-Bangladesh ties.
A contentious late-night pickleball match in Petaling Jaya has triggered renewed pressure on Malaysian local councils to implement stricter oversight of recreational court approvals and enforce operating hours in residential neighbourhoods.
A 24-year-old Penang-based cyanotype artist is redefining how young Malaysians engage with nature through a centuries-old sunlight printing technique. Puteri Mas Aishah's work transforms weather and UV exposure into art while promoting environmental awareness.
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The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 carnival launches tonight at Butterworth's PICCA@Arena with an opening concert headlined by popular Malaysian musicians. The three-day festival celebrates National Journalists' Day with music, arts, food vendors, and creative workshops.
Legendary band Exists has praised the protective role journalists played during Malaysia's print media era, noting how editorial oversight safeguarded entertainers from unfounded controversies—a stark contrast to today's unfiltered social media environment.
Jalan Burma in George Town showcases Penang's food culture and colonial heritage, home to Michelin-listed stalls and a beautifully restored hotel built in 1926. A destination combining gastronomic exploration with historical discovery.
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TV3 has successfully retained its championship title at the HAWANA-DBP 2026 Pantun Festival, with Bernama finishing as runner-up. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presented the awards at the National Journalists' Day celebration in Butterworth.
Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman, former head of Broadcasting Malaysia, has been awarded the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 Award in recognition of his extensive career spanning over three decades in Malaysia's media sector.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil praised the RIUH Pi HAWANA carnival in Butterworth for successfully showcasing local creative talents and entrepreneurs, urging more Malaysians to visit the event.
The Riuh Pi Hawana 2026 concert in Butterworth attracted crowds of music enthusiasts despite drizzly weather, featuring performances by indie and established bands as part of National Journalists' Day celebrations.
Datuk M. Nasir has filed a RM5 million lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd (Grab Malaysia) over the alleged unauthorised use of his name to promote a beverage product, citing his moral rights.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised TV AlHijrah's role in promoting values-grounded broadcasting during the network's 16th anniversary celebration, emphasizing the station's importance to Malaysia's media landscape.
Penang will host the inaugural HAWANA 2026 national journalists' event in June, anticipated to generate significant economic stimulus through hotel bookings, attract regional media exposure, and showcase the state's cultural and creative sectors to thousands of visitors.
A major three-day carnival in Penang will bring together rock acts Exists, Bunkface and Masdo alongside cultural workshops and local talent, coinciding with the HAWANA 2026 summit honouring media professionals.
Karyawan will draft resolutions from its Music Practitioners Convention and submit them to the Prime Minister, addressing industry development, artificial intelligence, royalty systems, and career pathways for musicians.