Nutrition

These high-fat foods could help cut dementia risk 

Researchers have found that regular consumption of cheese and cream is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia.

Fashion

Oscar De La Renta’s 60th: A heartfelt Dominican celebration of great dresses

Oscar De La Renta marked its 60th anniversary with an emotional homecoming show in Santo Domingo that celebrated the founder's roots.

Living

Heart And Soul: The heroes behind our children

To the extraordinary teachers and support staff of the Special Education Integrated Programme (PPKI) at SK Kangka Tebrau (SKKT) in Johor Baru, this letter is a heartfelt salute from the parents whose lives you have touched and whose children you have empowered.

Entertainment

Hong Kong star Miriam Yeung spends Christmas holiday in 'super hot spot' Penang

The holiday comes as a well-deserved break for the singer who held a major concert in Hong Kong.

AseanPlus News

China influencer with 44 million followers banned for zooming in on women’s breasts in live-stream

'Foul-mouthed' content creator hosts three-hour pool party with scantily clad women; applies lotion to body of participant to sell a product.

Nation

Michelle Yeoh to join PM at Visit Malaysia 2026 launch in Bukit Bintang

PETALING JAYA: Oscar-winning actress Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh will join Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the national launch of Visit Malaysia 2026, set to take place in Bukit Bintang on Jan 3.

Books

In Malaysia, the book festival trail is set to expand in 2026

Bookworms, be sure to mark down these book festivals and literary events in your 2026 calendar

Beauty

Ask The Expert: Grooming and style tips every modern man needs to know

Ask The Expert is a monthly column to answer your questions on topics related to fashion and beauty. In this edition, fashion designer and men's grooming consultant Akmal Hakim Ajirul shares expert tips to help guys look their best.

Animals

With lifespans over 200 years, what is the Bowhead whale's secret to long life?

With lifespans topping 200 years, the 20-metre-long, 80-90 tonne bowhead lives longer than any other mammal and seems to be as good as impervious to cancer.

Culture

Bolivian Indigenous women take pride in the traditional 'pollera' skirt

The bell skirt with layered petticoats – known as the 'pollera' – is the traditional dress of Indigenous women in Bolivia's highlands.

Living

Italian cooking and its rituals get Unesco cultural heritage nod

The UN's cultural agency gave foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world's "intangible" cultural heritage.

Movies

George Clooney reflects on fame, failure and a life in movies with 'Jay Kelly'

But when a famous movie star of a certain age decides to take on a role as a famous movie star of a certain age, full of regrets and realising that he's missed out on so much of his own life in pursuit of greatness and fame, it does invite some questions.

Malaysia

How travel inspires creative journey of self-taught Malaysian illustrator Riynn Lee

llustrator Riynn Lee draws inspirations from new places and experiences

Living

Words that sound beautiful are easier to remember, study shows

Made-up words like "clisious" and "smanious" are easier to remember when they sound beautiful. Could the feel of a word shape how we learn languages, sell products and even how languages evolve?

Fitness

Three exercises to strengthen your knees 

These two major joints are crucial for our everyday mobility, but are often ignored until damage has already been done.

Movie Review

'The Housemaid' review: Trashy holiday treat with Sweeney and Seyfried

The Housemaid is an erotic crime thriller that plays off silly sexual stereotypes and fantasies like the naughty maid and then flips them on their head.

Entertainment

HK actress Carina Lau turns her lavish home into a Christmas wonderland

Her caption says it all: 'It's the most wonderful time of the year'.

Wellness

Heed these warning signs of a heart attack 

Not all heart attacks occur out of the blue, sometimes, you may get some danger signals before one strikes.

Entertainment

Rob and Michele Reiner death certificates released following cremation

Their cause of death is listed as 'multiple sharp force injuries', described as having occurred 'with knife, by another'.

Arts

Weekend for the arts: 'Moneyfesto' exhibition, 'Siasah' watercolour show

A list of arts and culture events to check out in the Klang Valley this weekend and beyond