Like Humans, Animals Become Less Sociable with Age
The Decline in Sociability Across Species
As we age, we tend to be less open to encounters with unknown individuals, and less inclined to bond with people we have just met. Curiously, this...
Poor Sleep in Midlife Could Accelerate Brain Ageing
Research Finds Link Between Sleep Quality and Brain Atrophy
A research team at the University of California has uncovered a link between sleep quality in midlife and brain atrophy, a phenomenon often associated...
From KL to Singapore: Herman Teo’s 425km ‘Walk for Papa’
A Journey of Love and Determination
Herman Teo, a 50-year-old fitness coach from Seremban, has embarked on an ambitious goal to walk 425km from Kuala Lumpur to Paya Lebar in Singapore...
Meet Jit Jit, the Star "Employee" of a Petrol Station
A Unique Workforce Addition
One Shell petrol station in Taman Molek, Johor Bahru has been attracting a lot of attention lately, with many people making special trips to meet one of...
Prolonged Sitting Could Be Harmful to Younger People, Too
Sedentary Lifestyle Linked to Increased Health Risks
Contrary to popular belief, young people spend just as much time sitting down as their elders. In fact, according to US research published in the...
Artist MahsuriShark Boldly Swims Against the Tide
A New Dimension of Art
Examining the painting "Sunlight in Your Universe", it is easy to feel a sense of calm and tranquility. This acrylic artwork depicts a lush corner of the woods, with...
New Findings Highlight Worrying Rise in Pet Obesity
Survey Reveals Alarming Statistics
A new survey from UK-based Admiral Pet Insurance reveals that obesity among cats and dogs is on the rise, with a third (32%) of veterinary practices surveyed noting an...
Using your smartphone in bed ‘may cause crossed eyes'
Experts warn against using devices in bed, especially on side and in the dark
Individuals are advised against using their phones in bed, particularly while lying on their side and in the...
Language Knows No Bounds: Deaf Artist Lim Anuar's Batik Masterpiece Exhibition in Japan
A Journey of Cultural Exchange and Understanding
PETALING JAYA: Language knows no bounds – and neither does art. For 55-year-old Lim Anuar, a Malaysian artist born deaf, these...
Remembering Paul Yong, a Devoted Friend to Animals in Need
PETALING JAYA: On October 8, Paul Yong, a dedicated animal rescuer, passed away from a heart attack. He was 41 years old.
A Life Dedicated to Helping Animals
Yong, a fashion designer,...
