Teluk Intan – rich in food history
An outing to the laid-back coastal town of Teluk Intan can be quite an adventure.

A slice of Myanmar in the heart of Kuala Lumpur
A walk along the five-foot-ways of a main street at Pusat Bandar Utara Selayang in Kuala Lumpur behind Pasar Borong Kuala Lumpur can make one forget that one is actually in Malaysia.

July 22, 2007
Put the spring back in your feet
A hot spring located just outside Taiping has been drawing visitors in droves.

Hard to resist, dough
No matter how often it turns up in the bad food chart, the roti canai is here to stay.

A wet weekend
Abseiling down treacherous waterfalls, battling rapids and exploring dark caverns – Gopeng is perfect for adrenaline junkies.

Fashion hub in the city
Sungei Wang Plaza is one of the top spots in the Klang Valley where trendy clothes can be purchased at affordable prices.

July 21, 2007
Small as it is, it's still money
To some, a one sen coin may not be much and they would not be bothered to pick one up. For others, it’s still money and can be a great help.

Shore thing
The to-do list at the Legend Water Chalets is joyously short – you either get the vibe or you don’t.

Something to trumpet about
Being stoned by an elephant is one of the occupational hazards of being a vet. But it’s a small price to pay for running such a successful elephant-breeding programme.

Dismal dining
Have you ever tucked into a dish of fried rice and found half a cockroach? Or been so fed up with bad service that you’ve walked out? Some foodies share their worst dining experiences.

Dynamite dough
Roti canai connoisseur Alexandra Wong finds love at first bite in – of all places – a bus terminal cafeteria.

July 16, 2007
Inspired by good population statistics
The current state of the Malaysian population is very favourable, according to the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN). Despite this, there are some problems that need to be tackled.

July 15, 2007
Her island home
Langkawi seems to attract a large number of single women who come for a holiday, meet local men, fall in love and put down roots together. Is the tropical island casting its magical spell?

Bye, beloved uncle
On this day, 55 years ago, a boy was born who would eventually form, together with his brothers and friends, one of Malaysia's most enduring bands, the Alleycats.

Batik panache
A master batik artist believes that the art of batik can be taught in a short time and good batik artists can be produced in six months.

Fiery pick-me-upper
The banana leaf spread has never failed to lift sagging spirits, especially when one is having a disagreeable day.

July 11, 2007
Maliau Basin hopes to attain World Heritage status
Realising the significance of the Maliau Basin to Sabah as well as the future generation, the state government is making an effort to make it a World Heritage Site.

July 10, 2007
Backpack essentials
With the rash of cheap flights on offer, backpacking is becoming increasingly popular. But before you hit the road, know what you need to pack.

July 8, 2007
It is all very material
Given the precious little time everyone has left – as tailors have already warned clients of the cut-off date to accept jobs for the coming Hari Raya Puasa – textile shops are capitalising on the Mega Sale Carnival to give shoppers the best offerings at the lowest prices possible.

Temple’s fine cuisine
If you are in that neck of the woods and fancy a healthy, wholesome vegetarian meal, drop by Annalakshmi restaurant at the Temple of Fine Arts in Penang.

July 7, 2007
Mall with all the right attributes
This year, Kuala Lumpur’s most enduring shopping complex turns 30. Since it opened its doors in 1977, Sungei Wang Plaza has become the centre for urban culture, catering to the needs of the young, the young at heart and the traveller.

Get a clue
In the sixties, just getting the number of lampposts right during a treasure hunt could win you bragging rights. These days, the hunts are a lot trickier.

What Malaysia needs now
This collection of writings from the 1970s has a particular relevance to life in Malaysia today.

July 3, 2007
Long periods of separation from family to find success
Twenty-nine-year-old Zain Rocky draws much respect from the Penans in Sarawak as he is the first among this ethnic group to have attained a university qualification.