KUALA LUMPUR – Dawn broke over Kuala Lumpur Lake Gardens (Perdana Botanical Gardens,) as hundreds of participants gathered for the Miles with EcoBrowns Urban Walkathon. The annual event, centered on “Low-Carbon Living, Green City,” brought together walkers of all ages, volunteers, and organizers to turn environmental awareness into action – with no press coverage, fostering an intimate, community-focused atmosphere. Conversations with participants and organizers revealed the

When Xicha Malaysia's official social media account announced the news that "HALAL certification has been achieved, and all Malaysian stores will be free to drink on November 7", this brand, which is popular in Asia with innovative tea drinks, instantly created an unprecedented consumption scene in multicultural Malaysia. Behind this seemingly simple marketing post is a deep insight into the respect and integration of local culture by an international brand. In the early morn

I had no idea what to expect when I planned to go to Zhongshan Building that morning. From the outside, it just looked like an old building, with old walls, small windows, nothing fancy or shiny. However, I changed my mind immediately when I entered the building. I got a feeling that the building itself was waiting for me to discover it one room at a time. The exterior of Zhongshan Building. (Source: Jia Yi’s phone) It felt like stepping into someone’s memory- a place where p

All matcha, drinking matcha while playing pickleball, doing homework, or hanging out. For some people, especially Gen Z, matcha is not just a drink but a lifestyle.  Matcha Lovers will travel all over Kuala Lumpur for the best cup. It's not just about the taste; the aesthetics of the cafe's interior and the beauty of the cups are also key factors. Matcha drinking is part of a lifestyle that combines taste, aesthetics, and social interaction. But which ones are truly worth try

I went to Galeri Shah Alam with one question in mind: Is visiting an art gallery actually boring? People say it all the time, and I wanted to test it for myself. Inside the Art Exhibition, where silence meets imagination, the first room that made me slow down. (Photo: Jiayi’s phone) The moment I stepped into the exhibition hall, it felt peaceful, like the artworks were waiting patiently for someone to step close enough to listen. Light fell across the paintings which reminded