by Dr Rahim Said Congratulations on deciding to venture into the world of column writing for…
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The Kebaya: Reflecting Southeast Asia’s Rich Heritage
by Dr Rahim Said When I was growing up, the kebaya was a constant in my life. It…
Cost of a Cuppa Goes Beyond the Mug
by Dr Rahim Said My fellow caffeine aficionados, it’s time to spill the beans — literally…
From Stormy Skies to Steady Ground: Celebrating Malaysia Airlines’ Triumphs in Aviation
by Dr Rahim Said Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has long been a symbol of national pride, renowned…
A Tumbler-less Tragedy in a “Trustworthy” Neighbourhood
by Dr Rahim Said It’s a truth universally acknowledged that in an exclusive condominium near the…
Fit, Sharp, and Behind the Wheel: Should Healthy Seniors Face Driving Restrictions?
by Dr Rahim Said There’s a unique satisfaction in cruising the open road — feeling the…
A Tumblerless Tragedy in a Trustworthy Neighbourhood
by Dr Rahim Said It’s a truth universally acknowledged that in an exclusive condominium near the…
Spoonful (spitful?) of disgust — when hygiene goes out of the window
(The image is for illustration only) by Dr Rahim Said It’s disturbing how easily the line…
When universities mistake dress codes for discipline
by Dr Rahim Said In a world where universities are supposed to be havens for free…
Catcalling is not “kampung” behaviour but a cultural problem
by Dr Rahim Said Catcalling is not only offensive but deeply ingrained in a culture that…
Old Friends, Like Bookends
by Dr Rahim Said October 2024 “You have to share your success with your classmates,” urged…
A Reflective Review: The Timeless Wisdom and Quiet Strength of Fathers
by Dr Rahim Said In reading Fathers and Their Wisdom, I was deeply moved and reminded…
What Else is New?
by Dr Rahim Said Sometimes, you wonder what people talk about during a two-hour lunch meeting.…
Get this: your luxurious lobster nasi lemak at just RM410 a plate
The crustaceans shown are for illustration only by Dr Rahim Said Well, well, well, it was…
Why would anyone keep RM600k in cash & jewellery at home?
by Dr Rahim Said In the wee hours of the morning, while most of us are…
Bakso Goyang Lidah at Bungalow 18 – Swaying Your Culinary Senses
by Dr Rahim Said Our first encounter with “bakso goyang lidah” happened in the 1990s during…
Langkawi’s affordable charm, still the region’s best kept secret
Pic courtesy of Rebak Langkawi by Dr Rahim Said Langkawi often finds itself compared to regional…
Paying RM362 for a Ramly burger but in Cambodian riels?
The yummy but yet-to-be-opened version by Dr Rahim Said Oh yes! the Ramly burger — a greasy, glorious…
The Malaysian weight loss myth: Why exercise alone won’t shrink that belly
Image courtesy of Microsoft Copilot by Dr Rahim Said We’ve all been sold the same story:…
The hidden cost of wanderlust: stress and anxiety at the border
by Dr Rahim Said For many Malaysians, the excitement of a long weekend recently and a…
Absurdity of misusing public services by calling Bomba to retrieve a toy
by Dr Rahim Said Picture this: a fire and rescue team, sirens blazing, equipment ready, racing…
What it means facing a fractured twilight
by Dr Rahim Said Kai, 101, moved into a condo overlooking the King’s palace with his…
Tales of vanishing acts and waning political support
by Dr Rahim Said There’s an interesting story about a top politician in a South East…