Coming to YouTube: Dick Whittington, a production by London’s National Theatre

Coming to YouTube: Dick Whittington, a production by London’s National Theatre

You can see for yourself how many people are waiting for Dick Whittington, a Christmas pantomime, to premiere tonight at 11pm MYT. Dick Whittington is based on folklore and the people from British history. Of course, you can expect a slight twist – to keep up with the times and current events. Both the official... Read More

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18-May-2020

Raya 2020 – when you’re expected to #StayHome, #StayPut

As many are advised to stay home and stay put due to the current situation, the way you celebrate festivals this year will likely be different. For some families, it is the only time for them to be reunited. With interstate travel possible only for urgent and emergency cases, the likelihood of having a gala... Read More

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15-Jan-2020

Ushering in the Lunar New Year: Goh-ing and preserving the Peranakan Chinese way

One evening last year, while one of the technicians from (insert name of telco here) was helping to check my Internet connection quality (at home), he chatted with me. Coincidentally it was the 10th day of Chinese New Year (Mind you, CNY lasts for 15 days, with the last day aptly named Chap Goh Mei).... Read More

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08-Dec-2019

Playing in cinemas: ‘Last Christmas’ (2019) – “I’m not going to heal my heart and then give it to someone who will break it.”

At the sight of the first scene, I thought, “Err, am I in the right hall?” I mean, sure – the opening credits had the names of cast members in it, including Henry Golding and Emma Thompson. I managed to read a number of reviews online before going to catch it on the big screen.... Read More

21-Nov-2019

‘Last Christmas’ (2019) set to send sparks flying when it premieres in Malaysian cinemas 28 November

It’s near impossible for anyone to dissociate the movie ‘Last Christmas’ from George Michael’s hit with the same name. I had spent a few years of my childhood listening to Lite FM courtesy of my mother, so I had little choice but to get used to the oldies and classics (including music from the singer-songwriter... Read More

20-Oct-2019

Observing the Festival of Lights – when you’re a non-Hindu

For many of the Hindu faith, celebrating the Festival of Lights is pretty much the norm. In Malaysia, the day is considered a public holiday, in light of the size of the population. However, there are those of the non-Hindu faith who would also observe the festival, given the rich culture the country is synonymous... Read More

09-Sep-2019

Songs you could sing to – in conjunction with the Mid-Autumn Festival this September

The Mid-Autumn Festival is slated to fall days before Malaysia Day in 2019. Since the festival is one to do with the moon and one of the points in the year when those observing it will likely discuss more about the moon, I thought why not look at a few songs (other than Teresa Teng’s... Read More

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01-May-2019

Hey, which Baju Raya are you gonna wear this year?

Oh, hello there! Raya is a little more than a month away. I sure hope you’ve found a few outfits that will fit well with the festive season. After all, the last thing you want is a wardrobe malfunction to ruin your mood. But if you’re still unsure whether you’re all set, you might want... Read More

Festivals, Living, Shopping

festivals, living, Shopping

22-Jan-2019

Don’t be pigging out – even in the Year of the Pig

When it’s the festive season, it’s much harder to refuse those must-have tasty treats and large meals, given the many reunion lunches and dinners that can be held in many places including the office and/or at (one’s) home. Over the years of celebrating the New Year according to the Chinese zodiac, I’ve come to realise... Read More

Festivals, Health

festivals, health

22-Dec-2018

Observing the Winter Solstice Festival

Did you know that there’s a festival celebrated annually, usually three or four days before Christmas? I must admit that I tend to overlook the importance of this festival. (The actual day/date differs according to time zone and one’s location on Earth). Can you tell me what it is? How about a clue? Well, it... Read More

Festivals

festivals

05-Dec-2018