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Do You Remember Canny Ong?
Her name still sends chills down my spine. It’s a name that shaped how women in Malaysia viewed safety. Canny Ong. A tragedy that became a turning point. It was 2003. I had just moved to KL barely a year before. Back then, I was in my 20s, working in the IT department of a…
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Oiso Traditional Korean Food Restaurant
Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored. All opinions, thoughts, and cravings shared are entirely my own It all started on a chilly December day when I was feeling under the weather (read: miserable). Craving some soul-warming sundubu jjigae, I realized I had zero energy to drag myself to DubuYo at Sunway Pyramid. So, like any…
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Attention Content Creators: Unpaid Collabs Could Be Costlier Than You Think!
Recently, I came across an unpaid collaboration offering only food vouchers. But here’s the catch: they required a TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) for e-invoicing. This raised a red flag. Could this mean even unpaid collaborations—where we receive products or vouchers—are taxable? The answer isn’t great news for us creators. In Malaysia, any benefit received…
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Traveling with Travel Agency vs DIY vs Hybrid: What Works for You?
I’ve tried all three styles of traveling – traveling with agencies, full DIY Holiday, and a mix of both. And let me tell you, while agency trips are super convenient, my DIY trips with my husband and son have been the most fun (and chaotic, but in the best way). Traveling with a Travel Agency…
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Luca at BSC
What happens when Western cuisine takes a bold trip to India? You get Luca at BSC – a dining experience that surprises your taste buds and leaves you craving more. With its cozy ambiance, attentive service, and unforgettable dishes, Luca isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a homage to India’s spices, seamlessly blended with Western recipes.…
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Over 40? Too Late to Be a Content Creator? I Beg to Differ
When I started making content for brands, I had no idea what I was doing. Seriously. I didn’t even know my niche – and, to be honest, I still don’t. Why? Because I’d get bored sticking to one type of content. I enjoy creating for me, so joy comes first. And let’s be real –…
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Salam Noodle Review
If you’re hunting for Xinjiang-style noodles in Shah Alam without emptying your wallet, let me introduce you to Salam Noodle in Seksyen 13. Self-service, no fuss, and my personal noodle haven. Now, I’ve never been to Xinjiang (or anywhere close), but after scarfing down my fair share of mee tarik and mee hiris, Salam Noodle…
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How I Started Investing in Unit Trust and How It Saved My Family
I started investing in unit trust when I was fresh out of university and just stepping into the working world, about 20 years ago. Back then, it wasn’t a consistent habit – more like whenever I had some extra cash lying around. Why? Because I had to juggle between two priorities: saving for emergencies and…
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The Kindness of a Stranger
I’ll admit, this is a little embarrassing, but I think it’s important to share because it’s a story about kindness. I’ve always had a fear of escalators – especially the fast-moving ones, like the ones at MRT stations. Every time, I let others pass first while I psych myself up to step on. Sometimes,…
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How I Got Caught in a Holiday Membership Trap in Bali
Looking back, one of my biggest regrets happened in 2010. My husband and I were barely a year into our marriage when we found ourselves saddled with a RM30K holiday membership debt. And no, it wasn’t because we were being extravagant – it all started with a cleverly disguised “reward” trip to Bali. Here’s how…
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