Testing Times: Borneo Orangutans Get COVID Swabs
Dozens of critically endangered orangutans in Malaysia have been tested for the coronavirus, with vets in protective suits undertaking the tricky task of giving the apes nasal swabs.
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Rice Dish Delivery by Helicopter Sparks Probe in Malaysia
With Malaysians stuck at home due to a coronavirus outbreak, food delivery services are increasingly popular — but one customer has sparked an outcry by sending a helicopter across the country to collect a rice dish.
Crypto Crackdown: Malaysian Police Steamroll Bitcoin Machines
Malaysian police hit on a novel way to dispose of more than 1,000 bitcoin-mining machines seized in raids — they crushed the devices using a steamroller.
Malaysia Deports Conspiracy Theorist Wanted in France over Abduction
Malaysia on Sunday deported a leading figure in conspiracy circles who is wanted in France over the kidnapping of an eight-year-old girl, sources told AFP.
Squash Queen Nicol David ‘Thrilled’ Life Story to Be Biopic
Nicol David, the most successful female squash player of all time, said she is “thrilled and overwhelmed” that her life story will be immortalized in an upcoming biopic.
Singapore Egg-Freezing Ban Forces Women to Head Overseas
With a busy job that left little time to think about starting a family, Erica decided to sidestep Singapore’s ban on egg freezing for a chance to have children later in life.
The Malaysian Schoolgirl Using TikTok to Challenge School Abuse
Malaysian teenager Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam’s unexpected rise from anonymous pupil to national leader against school harassment began with a teacher allegedly joking about rape.
What a Buzz: Saving Malaysia’s Bees, One Nest at a Time
Placing his bare hands into a swarm of thousands of bees, a Malaysian man uses his fingers to gently guide some of them into a rattan basket.
Malaysian Artist Arrested for Allegedly Insulting Queen
A Malaysian artist has been arrested for allegedly insulting the queen by posting a satirical playlist online, police said, fuelling concerns about a widening crackdown on freedom of expression.
COVID-Themed Offerings for Malaysia ‘Tomb Sweeping Day’
Paper masks and goggles are among offerings that ethnic Chinese in Malaysia will burn to mark “Tomb Sweeping Day”, hoping their ancestors can use them to fight the coronavirus in the afterlife.
Malaysian Tualang: One of the Most Sought-after Honey in the World
Have a sore throat? Suffering from fever? Just got a large wound? Want to have flawless skin? You can solve all these problems with just one solution – Tualang Honey. Malaysia’s sweet golden honey recently took the spotlight after it was shown to be more powerful than other types of honey.
Malaysians Get Passionate about Potted Plants as Demand Exploded
Learning to tell your elephant ears from your flamingo flowers has become the latest virus lockdown escape in Malaysia, where houseplants are very much in season.
Founder of ‘Sugar Daddy’ Website Charged for Posting Top ‘Sugar Babies’ Stats
The head of a controversial Malaysian “sugar daddy” dating website was charged Wednesday with causing public alarm after his claims that university students were using the service sparked an outcry.
Lockdown-Weary Malaysians Get Appetite for Drive-In Dining
Motorists parked beside the Padi House restaurant chain wave their hands out of their windows to signal to waiters, who come to take their orders that will be eaten on the spot.
Malaysian Pop Group Dolla Says We are ‘Different’
M-pop girl band Dolla has been compared to Blackpink since their debut but instead of sulking at what the haters say, the Malaysian superstars are treating it as a career boost. Now, the girl group sings about women empowerment and embracing self-confidence.
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GameStop Phenomenon Spreads to Malaysian Glove Stocks
Malaysian retail investors joined forces on social media and pushed up stocks of under-pressure rubber glove makers on Friday, taking inspiration from the recent GameStop trading phenomenon in the US.
