Lambang Cinta Mempelai by Marriena Bte Rakib Sentuhan Eksklusif Kek Kahwin Iffah sedang membelek-belek Majalah Perkahwinan di PutriMas Bridal & Beauty Gallery. Sedang beliau duduk bersama bakal suami di sisi, dalam benaknya terbayang kek Indah Percintaan milik Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza dan Dato’ K yang dianggarkan mencecah hingga $5000. “Kalau aku kahwin esok kek macam Siti pun mesti best. Dah la […]
A look on the other side of traditional bird cage making by Annas Mahmud The carvings were immaculate. The four sides of the base were ready; waiting to be assembled together. Even without any layer of lacquer glazing over, the base looked simple yet sophisticated – with curves resembling carvings on kampong homes. My father
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Generations-old traditional Malay Medicine (Past, present & future?) by Nur’izzah Afandi Jamu has been a form of traditional medicine used by generations and generations of Malays past. But what is its future in the context of more popular forms of health supplements and medicines? The uses of traditional Malay medicine and its relevance in today’s
Traditions and changes by Nur’izzah Afandi The kompang group continued beating on their hand-held drums while the groom took his seat next to his bride on the dais. The bride’s mother stood amongst the crowd that have gathered in front of the dais, trying to hold back her tears. But they kept falling. The bride
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Malay carpenters are a dying breed in Singapore. Just how bad is the situation, really? by Annas Mahmud A young couple settles down and moves into their new home. It is empty. So, almost naturally, the first thing that comes to mind is, “Let’s get furniture”. The decision, however, only comes after deciding on the
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by Nur Amira Binte Hashim Rumahnya sudah dipenuhi ramai orang. Dari kamar, keluar seorang lelaki lengkap berbaju kurung dengan samping. Dia bersalaman dengan nenek, datuk, dan sepupunya yang lain. “Lama nenek tak nampak Rais. Macam mana sekarang?” Rais agak terpinga-pinga cuba menangkap maksud neneknya seakan-akan dia sedang berbual dalam bahasa asing. Rais berfikir sejenak lalu
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Just an Indicator of Race on the NRIC? by Fatin Farahlyana Mohd Hasidi Malays in Singapore consists of sub-ethnic categories with Boyanese being one of them. However, with more focus on Malay culture and identity, will there be endeavours among the younger generation of Boyanese to speak the language, practice the culture and take
Long used as a functional and respectful way of addressing family members, may have outlived its usefulness today. by Izzalina Binte Mohamad Ali When it comes to celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri with relatives from both parents, the numbers add up. It was only a generation ago when size of a nuclear family can be twice,
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Kompang Through the Eyes of Nur Hikmah Performing Arts by Fatin Farahlyana Mohd Hasidi The green drapery wrapped pillars and ceiling stood out against the rest of the empty and white void decks of the blocks beside. The animated chatters of guests and kids running around and squealing in excitement playing catch with each other
Malay Pioneer Series 2.4 Intan Merchant: Haji Mahmood Bin Abdul Rahim (d. 1921) by Liyana Sulaiman, Siti Hajar Zainal and Farhanah Mohamad Saad INTAN MERCHANT: HAJI MAHMOOD BIN ABDUL RAHIM (d. 1921) The third pioneer in the Malay Pioneer Series is the Intan Merchant, Haji Mahmood Bin Abdul Rahim. Shining Bright Haji Mahmood came to Singapore
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