URBAN
Urban is a lifestyle beat, referring to the contrast between lifestyle in a city and another city or villages. Furthermore, urban beats can be linked to culture through traditional foods, vibes, dancing, and beliefs.
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KUALA LUMPUR - Acara Comic Fiesta 2022 telah menarik perhatian 60 ribu pengunjung terutama peminat animasi, permainan video dan komik yang diadakan selama dua hari bermula 17 Disember 2022.
Oleh Muhammad Syazwan
SILAT GAYONG SHAPING A GOOD PERSONALITY
The rising popularity of silat gayong, which is particularly well-liked among young people, is not restricted to Malay only.
By Aliah Ishak
TIKTOK EVOLVES PERSPECTIVES ON TAROT READING
Tarot reading is a form of cartomancy that provides life insights which encompasses your past, current and future by the cards spread and has been existing approximately around the 1440s in Italy.
By Natalhia Nordin
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K-POP CUP SLEEVE EVENT BRINGS ENJOYMENT TO FANS
KUALA LUMPUR – Celebrating an idol's birthday, anniversary, or achievement without their presence at the event has become a tradition for all K-pop fans around the world.
By Haifaa Halim
THE RELEVANCY OF ADAT PERPATIH
SHAH ALAM - The Perpatih custom originated in Minangkabau, Sumatra, founded by a leader named Dato' Perpatih Nan Sebatang, was a way of life practised by the community at that time.
By Amira Hedzer
TOLL PAYMENT ENHANCES WEDDING CEREMONY
The well-known tradition in Johor is charging a toll on the groom, enhancing the atmosphere on the wedding day, and strengthening the bond between the two families.
CAKLEMPONG, CHALLENGING TRADITIONAL INSTRUMENTS FROM SUMATERA
The Gereteh (Melody), Tingkah (Rhythm), Saua (Bass), drums, and wind instruments similar to Bangsi, Saluang, and Pupuik make up traditional caklempong music, a special musical instrument that is hard to master.
By Nurul Irdina
PENGGUNA PLATFORM JANJI TEMU MENINGKAT
Menurut laman web statistik Statista.com, Tinder merupakan aplikasi yang paling banyak dimuat turun di Malaysia dengan peratusan sebanyak 49.9 peratus dan diikuti dengan Dating.com (27.89 peratus), Tantan (27.19 peratus) dan lain-lain (22.96 peratus).
Oleh Umirah Halim
TIYULA ITUM: AN UNKNOWN SULUK TRADITIONAL DISH
KUDAT - When talking about tiyula itum, people are unaware about their status as the traditional meal of the Suluk people, a Malaysian ethnic group that is situated in the state of Sabah.
By Izzati Amir
MAKANAN EKSOTIK LANGKAWI: BRONOK
LANGKAWI - Bronok atau nama saintifiknya acaudina molpadioides merupakan sejenis hidupan laut yang bentuk fizikalnya seakan-akan gamat dan hanya boleh dijumpai di kawasan pantai berselut di Langkawi.
Oleh Amin Azam
INDUSTRI BATIK: MASIH 'TRENDY' ATAU KIAN DILUPAKAN?
KOTA BHARU- Batik merupakan seni yang sememangnya popular sejak bertahun lamanya dan sangat terkenal di kawasan Pantai Timur iaitu Terengganu, Kelantan dan Pahang.
Oleh Nurul Najmin
TRENDY CAFES - ARE OVERPRICED MEALS NORMAL?
Overpriced meals have been normalised in the society ever since cafe hunting became a new fascination to a lot of people. Abbegail Johnson, 21, a Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) student, said that the trend is getting more and more attention, especially among the youngsters.
By Ainun Jariah
AMALAN TRADISI KADAZAN-DUSUN DIMARTABATKAN
SANDAKAN- Kaum Kadazan-dusun adalah antara etnik yang terbesar di Sabah. Suku kaum ini kaya dengan pelbagai budaya dan adat resam yang menjadi warisan turun-temurun daripada nenek moyang mereka masih diteruskan.
Oleh Pretty Abbyana
TARIAN TRADISI KAUM BAJAU: IGAL-IGAL
SEMPORNA – Tarian Igal-igal merupakan salah satu tarian tradisional masyarakat Bajau di Sabah yang sangat popular dalam kalangan masyarakat Bajau terutamanya di pantai timur Sabah iaitu Semporna.
Oleh Zulaikha Zufri
DIY PIERCING, GENIUS OR BRAINLESS
RAWANG – From Latin America through the Middle East and other parts of Africa, the practice of piercing one’s ear is widespread as it is used to show their loyalty to a specific tribe or clan, social position and enhancing their appearance.
By Nurul Emalin
SEMAI, PERCAYA SEMANGAT DALAM KEMATIAN
TRONOH - Komuniti Semai yang bermastautin di Tronoh, daerah Kinta ini berbeza dengan suku kaum Orang Asli yang lain iaitu daripada segi bahasa pertuturan, pakaian tradisional pengurusan majlis dan terutamanya kepercayaan mereka tentang kematian.
Oleh Izzatul Razali
SEMANGAT KAAMATAN KAUM KDMR DI PERANTAUAN
SHAH ALAM - Bertemakan ‘Kaamatan Menjiwai Alam Semulajadi’ pada tahun 2022, pesta Kaamatan merupakan pesta yang ditunggu-tunggu oleh seluruh rakyat Sabah terutamanya bagi kaum Kadazandusun, Murut dan Rungus (KDMR) pada setiap tahun.
Oleh Irene Matius
MEMARTABATKAN SEMULA IRAMA DONDANG SAYANG
MELAKA - Seni persembahan Dondang Sayang bukanlah suatu perkara asing bagi rakyat Malaysia, khususnya bagi penduduk di negeri Melaka yang memang terkenal dengan julukan Bandaraya Bersejarah.
Oleh Siti Ismail
PERAHU TRADISIONAL KEBANGGAAN PULAU DUYONG
KUALA TERENGGANU - Seni ukir adalah satu seni pertukangan tradisional yang menjadi tradisi turun-temurun dan merupakan kebanggaan serta simbol keagungan budaya masyarakat Melayu.
Oleh Aishah Shahirah
BAJU TRADISIONAL MASIH PILIHAN RAMAI
SHAH ALAM - Sungguhpun dunia fesyen membangun dengan begitu pasat, namun kepelbagian pakaian yang dihasilkan tidak mampu mengenepikan identiti utama orang Melayu iaitu baju tradisional yang kekal relevan sepanjang zaman.
Oleh Nurul Hana
PERAYAAN GAWAI DAYAK TIDAK LENGKAP TANPA AYAM PANSUH
BAU - Ayam pansuh merupakan makanan tradisi dalam kalangan masyarakat Bidayuh di Sarawak terutamanya ketika perayaan Gawai Dayak dan keraian lain yang tidak akan lengkap tanpa hidangan ini.
Oleh Ellisia Tingass
AKOK: JUADAH ISTIMEWA NEGERI CHE SITI WAN KEMBANG
KOTA BHARU – Sebut sahaja perkataan akok pasti ramai terbayang sebiji kuih yang enak dimakan ketika panas dengan rasa yang lemak manis. Akok tidak asing lagi merupakan antara kuih tradisional yang menjadi kegemaran bagi segenap lapisan masyarakat Melayu terutama di kawasan utara Malaysia.
Oleh Irfan Asyraf
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Landskap fesyen negara kian dihiasi dengan konsep pakaian berlatarbelakangkan tahun 70-an seperti flair jeans, headscarf, knitted cardigan, vintage tees digayakan bersama warna terang dan menarik perhatian menjadi kegemaran peminat fesyen serta generasi masa kini.
Oleh Muhammad Aliff
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY IS MAKING A COMEBACK
The film photography scene in Malaysia and specifically in the nation’s capital is ever so steady on making a comeback to the youngsters and adults in recent years.
By Fuad Nizam
PROGRAM CHIT CHAT MENTAL PUPUK KESEDARAN TERHADAP KESIHATAN PSIKIATRI
Malaysian Mental Care Association (MeCare) telah menganjurkan program Chit Chat Kesihatan Mental 2021 secara dalam talian bersempena sambutan Hari Kesihatan Mental Sedunia yang disambut pada setiap bulan Oktober.
Oleh Florina Deris
KEKURANGAN BUKAN PENGHALANG BAGI ATLET PARALIMPIK
Kekurangan daripada segi fizikal bukanlah dianggap sebagai satu penghalang bagi atlet-atlet paralimpik untuk melakukan sebarang aktiviti sukan. Walaupun mereka tidak mempunyai keupayaan yang sama seperti individu lain, mereka masih cekal berlatih demi sukan yang diminati.
Oleh Nurul Nazirah
KERJA BERLEBIHAN, KESIHATAN MENTAL BELIA MEROSOT
SUBANG – Rata-rata belia di Malaysia kini menghadapi masalah kesihatan mental akibat kerja berlebihan susulan pelaksanaan pembelajaran secara dalam talian ketika Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) berlangsung.
Oleh Syafiq Shukli
UNCOVER IMMUNE THROMBOCYTOPENIA PURPURA (ITP)
Immune Thrombocytopenia Purpura, the immune system is stimulated to attack our own body's platelets. Most of the time, this is due to the formation of antibodies against platelets. T-cells, a type of white blood cell, will target platelets directly in a tiny number of people. In any normal person's body, the number of platelets is around the range of 150,000 to 450,000 per microliter of blood. The rareness of ITP may cause people to be unaware of its existence. Thrombocytopenia can be defined as a decreased number of platelets in the blood, meanwhile, Purpura is defined as the purple discoloration of the skin, as with a bruise.
By Ahmad Irfan Bobby, Izzati Zaini, Anis Syuhada, Sharmila Shahrulnizam and Natasha Abdullah
A FASCINATING BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT HEART DISEASE
The term "heart disease" is sometimes mistakenly used as a synonym for coronary artery disease. The terms "heart disease" and "cardiac disease" are interchangeable, although cardiovascular disease refers to any ailment of the heart or blood arteries. The risk of certain heart diseases may be increased by smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and obesity.
By Izzati Idris, Batrisyia Khaidar, Firdaus Hanafi, Ashyiq Haqimi and Alif Azrai
The Anesthesia field has always been overlooked in the medical field as they are deemed as people who ‘give doses before surgery starts. However, anesthesia plays a crucial part in every surgery procedure. Patients rely on to reduce or make them feel nothing during the procedure in the operation theatre. This special report explores the types of anesthesia, effects, and duties of anesthesiologists.
By Zafran Azhar, Shafiq Hamili, Farah Izureen, Syaza Nadia and Fatin Nurain
LIVING WITH PHOBIAS: EVERYONE SECRETLY HATES IT
You cannot blame someone for having a fear of the great white shark because sharks are a major threat to human life. Luckily, this phobia probably is not restricted to someone’s life since the majority of people do not encounter great whites every day. However, a crippling phobia can sometimes develop out of nowhere, with no rational explanation.
By Anis Zulaikha, Adib Danial, Syafiq Shukli, Najla Zaid and Wan Nurul Damia
BOOKTOK AND THE POWER INFLUENCE
If you have never heard of the ‘BookTok’ community, here is a brief explanation; it is a haven for book lovers who want to seek refuge with those who share their passion for literature. This section of the application is dedicated to all topics relating to reading, including book reviews, tips for arranging aesthetically appealing bookshelves, and edits for fandoms focused on literature.
MIDWIFERY, AN IMPORTANT PART OF POSTNATAL CARE
JOHOR BAHRU – After birth, women and newborns require good care and need to be monitored because this is important to make sure the mother and baby's condition is mentally and physically stable.
KUALA LUMPUR – Study hard or study smart? Some of us are confused and do not know which method is the best. Some people might think that studying hard is naturally more productive, while some people think that studying smart is more efficient as it works better for them. Things are quite subjective and dependant on the person. However, there is a lot more to discuss in this topic.
By Aliff Ashraf
MANAGING HEARTBREAKS DURING PANDEMIC
Traditionally, going out would be the best choice after a messy breakup. Putting on the best clothes, style the hair, spray the perfume and be ready to forget them. But what if it happens during lockdown? Being alone with no emotional support from friends or families.
BIBLIOTERAPI: SELAMI TERAPI JIWA KREATIF MELALUI BUKU
Umum mengetahui bahawa membaca merupakan budaya sihat yang dapat mendidik masyarakat menjadi lebih kreatif sekaligus mampu menjadi medium perantaraan bagi merawat jiwa dan emosi.
Oleh Puti Iylia Maisarah
TERKANDAS DI NEGARA JIRAN, RINDU KELUARGA DI SEMPADAN
JOHOR – COVID-19 telah mengubah nasib bukan sahaja rakyat Malaysia, malah satu dunia juga. Pelbagai kekangan yang dilalui oleh setiap individu terutamanya bagi pekerja-pekerja yang berkhidmat di negara jiran. Oleh disebabkan kes semakin meningkat, sekatan bagi tujuan keluar masuk Malaysia dan Singapura juga terjejas dan telah menyebabkan beberapa pekerja terkandas di negara jiran tersebut.
Oleh Anis Syuhada
TIKTOK WELLNESS TREND: IS IT SAFE TO DRINK LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL?
Health-centric drinks have become particularly popular amongst TikTok influencers with the trendy liquid chlorophyll with claims it could be beneficial to those who drink it. Health-centric gurus on TikTok claim that it can help cure acne and inflamed skin, reduce body odour, avoid cancer, as well as support gut well-being but people began to wonder whether it is safe to drink liquid chlorophyll.
BANK KE ARAH DUNIA DIGITAL
SHAH ALAM – Wabak COVID-19 yang melanda seluruh dunia telah mengakibatkan keruntuhan ekonomi. Rata-rata syarikat perbankan di Malaysia telah mula mengorak langkah ke arah dunia digital bersesuaian dengan tuntutan semasa.
Oleh Iman Husna
DRIVING RANGE ESTIMATE TO LOSE ANOTHER RM50,000 DURING MCO 3.0
KLANG – Driving range offers golf lovers a place for them to practice their swings without moving from one place to another so that they can swing their clubs as much as they can. Just to find the sweet spot when the clubface (a part of the golf stick that is a flat surface that is meant to strike) hits the ball. Golf is a sport of precision, consistency and stillness.
CAN VITAMIN C HELP YOU AGAINST COVID-19?
TAWAU – Vitamin C is extremely unlikely to aid people in their fight against COVID-19. Researchers and physicians are looking for ways to protect and reduce complications of being infected with COVID-19.
MIKANO CLAYTIVE: CLAY TO FASHION
Who knows that you can unleash your creativity by using polymer clay to make various types of jewellery? Mikano Claytive is an independent fashion brand established in early August 2020 that sells jewelleries such as earrings, necklaces, and bracelets made of polymer clay.
Makeup is one of the mediums for people to relieve their stress because from here, they can express their creativity and be their true selves. It acts as a therapy to make their mind relaxed and somehow a small getaway to forget about their problems for a while.
KAUNSELING: MEMBANTU ATAU TIDAK ATASI STRES?
Setiap orang pasti pernah mengalami keadaan di mana fikiran merasa kusut dan serabut seolah-olah masalah yang menimpa tiada penyelesaian.
Oleh Norsuhana Rostam
FROM HOBBY TO INCOME GENERATOR – SELLING KUIH TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC
JEMPOL – Selling assorted kuih right after the Movement Control Order (MCO), which was implemented last year had helped a roadside hawker to survive during this pandemic.
BERBADAN KURUS: SIHAT ATAUPUN TIDAK?
Bercakap tentang mereka yang berbadan kurus, ramai yang menganggap bahawa perkara itu adalah seronok. Pasti ada di antara kita yang pernah terfikir, bagaimanakah mereka ini terus kekal kurus dan langsing walaupun sentiasa makan dalam kuantiti yang banyak?
Oleh Batrisyia Khaidar
FASHION 'HYPEBEAST' KINI MEMASUKI PASARAN DI MALAYSIA
KUALA LUMPUR – Walaupun ramai yang sudah mengetahui fenomena yang dipanggil sebagai hypebeast kini atau secara terperincinya Hype membawa maksud kepada “kini” dan Beast adalah merujuk kepada obsesi sekaligus ia merupakan label kepada mereka yang amat meminati akan fesyen baharu. Namun, tahukah anda panggilan hypebeast ini merujuk kepada gaya fesyen yang bersahaja iaitu streetwear.
Oleh Izzati Idris
THE RISE OF INFLUENCERS IN THRIFTING AND SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT
Do you ever wonder where your old clothes end up in the end? Approximately a total of 2,000 tonnes just end up at your local landfill. Textile waste decomposes and emits poisonous gas such as methane, a greenhouse gas that contributes a lot to global warming and we do not want to be a part of that. The clothes' dyes and color are also continuously contaminating the soil and river and can potentially harm our daily water use.
LIVING WITH LESS: A CONCEPT OF MINIMALIST LIFESTYLE
Minimalist is the art of letting go. According to Breakthetwitch.com, minimalist lifestyle is a concept where living life as less and simple as possible does give maximum benefit.
5 PLACES YOU SHOULD GO WITH YOUR LOVED ONES IN KUALA LUMPUR
Kuala Lumpur is brimming with incredible sights and amazing attractions. With movement limitations increasingly easing, Malaysians are looking forward to resuming travel in the upcoming months. Therefore, here are some suggestions for making the most of your time in the city great.
By Anis Kamsani
WHY BAKING SHOULD BE YOUR NEW HOBBY
Remember when the first phase of the Movement Control Order (MCO) started, everyone had to work and study remotely as an act to prevent further transmissions of COVID-19?
By Umi Fatehah
