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Malaysia Invested a Lot on Its Trains. Why Aren’t More People Using Them?
In the Greater Kuala Lumpur area, only about 20 percent of people take public transportation.
Workers in Fear After World’s Biggest Surgical Glove Maker Reports First Covid Death
More than 5,000 workers for Malaysia’s Top Glove have been infected with coronavirus.
How the Pandemic Got People Biking Again, Even in Asia’s Congested Cities
Biking is one of 2020’s most unexpected trends — an activity you can do at a safe distance, while appreciating nature and cityscapes.
Rubber Glove Makers ‘Forced to Work’ Despite Factory Outbreak in Malaysia
As thousands of their peers have fallen sick, workers at Top Glove have accused their employer of putting productivity ahead of safety.
World’s Largest Medical Glove Maker Shuts Factories After Workers Get Covid
The Top Glove outbreak in Malaysia is linked to thousands of migrant workers, raising questions about safety standards.
Nigel Ng Talks Uncle Roger and the Comedy of Cooking Rice
He went from data scientist to famous YouTuber after that one viral video.
Malaysian Rapper Under Fire for Controversial Film About Racism
Critics are applauding Malaysian rapper Namewee’s film 'Babi' for its depiction of racial tensions and hate speech. The government isn't so pleased.
Fugitive Malaysian Billionaire Jho Low ‘Tried to Bargain’ for Freedom
A damning investigation revealed leaked phone calls from Low.
Monster Crocodile in Malaysia Euthanized After Being Shot in Head
Local wildlife and forestry officials condemned the shooting.
More Young Asians are Becoming Sugar Babies to Survive The Economic Crash
“The situation was bad, but I didn’t have to worry about it getting worse. I didn’t feel anxious about my salary cut, instead I felt stable and safe.”
As France Mourns, Malaysia's Former Leader Says Muslims Have Right to 'Kill Millions of French People'
Mahathir Mohamad launched into a scathing Twitter attack directed at French President Emmanuel Macron.
Flight Attendant Jailed for Smuggling Heroin in Underwear to Pay Daughter’s Medical Bills
A Malaysian air hostess trafficked a total $3 million worth of the drugs into Australia. She has been sentenced to nine and a half years.