For 55 years, The Star has been part of many Malaysians’ lives. Readers from across generations share the columns, comics, crosswords and community stories that have stayed with them over the years.
Sangheetarasi Santharan, 23, UKM student
“I mainly read the digital version because it’s convenient. Whether I’m travelling to campus or taking a break between classes, I can quickly catch up on the latest news on my phone.”
Sandra Thavaraja, 52, HR personnel
“Growing up in Bentong, Pahang, Sundays were special because our parents would buy a copy of The Sunday Star. I always turned straight to the comics, especially Spider-Man and Brenda Starr. I couldn’t wait to read them, and those Sunday mornings remain among my fondest childhood memories.”
Fauzi Abdullah, 46, advertising rep
“I always enjoyed the sports pages, especially during the 1990s. Reading The Star every morning was part of my routine. The match reports and opinion columns were always interesting, and my friends and I would often talk about them after football matches.”
Shafendy Mat Hassan, 47, building assistant
“Back then, the classifieds were where you looked for almost everything – jobs, cars, rooms to rent and even secondhand furniture. I found work through those pages more than once. The section isn’t what it used to be, but I still browse it out of habit.”
Joshua Low, 35, local governance advocate
“I started reading The Star because my parents always had a copy at home. It wasn’t just something we read; it sparked conversations around the dining table about local issues and what was happening in our neighbourhood. I also enjoy reading StarMetro because it gives residents a platform to raise concerns that matter to their communities.”
Pola Singh, 77, former director general of Maritime Institute of Malaysia
“My bond with The Star, particularly StarMetro, comes from its strong focus on community and everyday urban issues. Its letters pages give ordinary citizens a valuable paltform to raise concerns, hold authorities accountable and help bring about change. Whether writing on neighbourhood problems, infrastructure or protecting green lungs such as Bukit Kiara, I value the opportunity to speak for residents who may otherwise go unheard. This is why I remain an avid reader of the newspaper.”
Noorul Najwa Amni, 24, UKM student
“I enjoy reading the fashion and health sections. As a student, I usually read the online version because it’s more affordable. I can keep up with the latest news on my phone wherever I am.”
Elma Tarani Elan, 25, environmental activist
“I enjoy reading environmental and ESG (environmental, social and governance) stories because they’re relevant to both my work and what’s happening around us. It’s a good way to keep up with issues such as climate change, sustainability and responsible business practices.”
