Culture & Religion
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0Culture & ReligionRamadan: An Explainer for Non-Muslims
The fasting month of Ramadan began this year on March 1 or 2, depending on where you are in the world. Here...
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0Culture & ReligionDeepavali, the Hindu Festival of Lights
Also widely known as Diwali, the annual celebration is among the most important on the Hindu calendar. Over a billion Hindus, Sikhs,...
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0Culture & ReligionThrough the Tales and Timelines of Wat Chayamangkalaram
Thai Buddhist Wat Chayamangkalaram temple is one of the more famous temples in the Penang for having a very large golden Reclining...
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0Culture & ReligionInside a 122-Year-Old Gurdwara: Treasures of the Former Largest Sikh Temple in Southeast Asia
Gurdwara Sahib is truly a special place for history, religious observations, cultural studies, and true humanitarian efforts for everybody. Steeped in history...
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0Culture & ReligionIt’s Today! Malaysians Caught Off Guard as Raya Comes Early
A good-natured sense of panic swept through the country’s social media channels on Sunday as the announcement was made that Hari Raya...
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0Culture & ReligionHistory’s Legality: Of Cave Temples and Government Land
Predating laws of the land, cave temples have long been accepted as part of the landscape. But with time, statewide governance come...
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0Culture & ReligionToning Thaipusam Down for 2021: A Lone Chariot Walks
A holiday centred around mass togetherness presents a unique challenge during a pandemic. Here’s how Malaysia’s various communities are approaching Hinduism’s biggest...
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0Culture & ReligionThe Enduring Legacy of the Chinese Culture in Melaka
At times overshadowed are the Chinese, whose own long presence in Melaka has significantly influenced that city’s fascinating history.
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0Culture & ReligionAttitudes Towards Ink as Reflected by the Tattoo Malaysia Expo
This article was written by expat contributor Jennifer Dawson. 2019’s Tattoo Malaysia Expo was condemned by government officials despite their initial support for the...
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0CommunityThe Wondrous Spectacle of Thaipusam in Malaysia
Faith, endurance, and penance: these are the core facets of a Thaipusam celebration. Celebrated by Hindu practitioners all around the world, Thaipusam...
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0CommunityHarvest and Holiness: Is There a Divide?
Just before the 15th of January, many Indian Tamil communities across Malaysia prepared to celebrate the festival of Pongal, one of the...
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0CommunityPavilion REIT Malls Usher in Deepavali with Uniquely Festive Kolams
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Intermark Mall, and Da Men Mall start Deepali celebrations with the showcase of creatively unique kolams to embrace the...
