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Living
For a polyglot, language processing is easier in native tongue
When it comes to processing information in native tongue, a multilingual's brain is less active than that of a person who speaks one language.
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Arts
Zine series delves into Malaysia's gaudy and garish aesthetic
Graphic designer Jun Kit challenges conventional aesthetics in 'Ugly Malaysiana' zine series
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Europe
Bad drought in Spain's Catalonia may force water restriction on tourists
Due to the dry season, tourists may be restricted to 100 litres per tourist per day if draught continues.
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Asia & Oceania
A 'pre-retirement' diving escape on an island in Thailand
This reader shares his experience of taking a ferry from Kedah to Koh Lipe for a diving trip.
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Family
Why governments and social media companies need to do better to protect kids
Boundary testing is increasingly rare even in spaces designed to encourage it, like playgrounds, but kids are allowed to wander the wilds of the internet and social media without sufficient supervision.
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Living
Dear Thelma: I'm upset and angry that my girlfriend dumped me
When we first started dating, we were so good together, we could and did talk about everything and anything under the sun. We laughed together a lot. We loved each other deeply.
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Style
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Met Gala, fashion's biggest night out
Not just a run-of-the-mill charity gala, the Met Gala is considered to be the ultimate celebrity-power cocktail of famous names from fashion, film, tech, politics, sports and increasingly, social media.
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Animals
Three top dogs in bark performance
One of the breeds is the Basenji, nicknamed Africa's Barkless Dog because they communicate through yips, yodels, chortles and howls.
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Animals
Dog Talk: Cracking the barking code
Why do dogs bark? Do barks mean anything? And why do our pets bark so persistently at the postman?
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Design
Malaysian home inspired by traditional Chinese gardens nestled within a mini park
Referencing the famed Barcelona Pavilion, the Borderless House in KL exudes a sense of openness, calm and connectivity, with 75% of the land set aside for the outdoors.
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Arts
Japan anime studio draws on talent of autistic artists
A special Japanese animation studio aims to provide job training and confidence to people with autism
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Arts
Do art descriptions shape how we understand and appreciate art?
Can art descriptions influence our understanding and appreciation of an artwork?
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Wellness
My surgeon left something in me!
Operating teams have procedures in place to help prevent this potentially harmful error, but patients shouldn’t feel shy about speaking up either.
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Books
European police smash rare book theft ring
European police has dismantled a criminal gang believed responsible for stealing over 170 rare books by Russian literary icons like Pushkin and Gogol
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AseanPlus News
Star K-pop producer causes online stir after lashing out at industry bosses
The creative director behind the girl band NewJeans has found online fame after a tearful, profanity-laced news conference in which she slammed some of K-pop's most powerful executives as "middle-aged jerks".
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Family
Sibling rivalry: How parents can turn it into confidence and self-esteem lessons
While sibling rivalry is inevitable, it's important to create a family that balances individualism and collectivism.
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Animals
Walking, and playing, with dogs aids concentration, relaxation
The effect is two-way, according to work published last year, which found dogs remained healthier for longer when walked and given attention by their owners.
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Style
Visually stunning: The latest collaborations between artists and fashion brands
More than just sharing a love for creativity and aesthetic, art and fashion have continuously worked together. Recent collaborations see artists playing a big role in fashion collections.
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Arts
'City Hunter' manga hero drops the sexism for new live-action film
The brainchild of manga author Tsukasa Hojo, 'City Hunter' has sold more than 50 million copies over the years
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Children
How to talk to kids about mental illness in the family
Parents should not try to avoid this difficult topic as children might end up thinking they are somehow to blame.