Malaysia boasts two national celebrations: Hari Merdeka (Merdeka Day) and Malaysia Day. While both commemorate significant milestones in the nation's history, they hold distinct cultural and ...

JELI, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- The sacred cry of "Merdeka!" that echoed at Merdeka Stadium on the morning of August 31, 1957 was not just an echo of a leader's voice but a moment that flowed into the souls ...

With Merdeka just around the corner, what better way to celebrate the joyful occasion than how we Malaysians know best— through food, of course! Yes, this means you can enjoy a piece of KFC chicken ...

COMMENT | This Merdeka day every concerned citizen at home and abroad may want to spend a moment of silence in thinking about their nation's sorry state and commit to change the status quo. It is time ...

Independence Day is fast approaching and the authorities are preparing for celebrations that will include marches, flag waving crowds and speeches by dignitaries. There’s no doubt about it; attaining ...

From the stately posters of the early years to today’s playful mashups, the storyboard of Merdeka has steadily evolved. In the 1960s and 1970s, artists and designers relied on unmistakable national ...

The Merdeka Stadium, one of the country’s most famous landmarks, is expected to reopen its doors to the public by the first quarter of 2024 after being closed since 2016. Various activities ranging ...

KUALA LUMPUR (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - The Merdeka 118 Tower, touted as the world's second tallest building, is due for completion by mid-2023, according to the developer. Developer PNB Merdeka ...

The fact that I was 12 years old and present on the rainy morning at Stadium Merdeka on 31st August 1957 and witnessing the seven shouts of “Merdeka” by the first Prime Minister of Malaya, Tunku Abdul ...

What does Merdeka Day mean to you? From patriotism and unity to compassion and sacrifice, brands and consumers alike are celebrating the national day in their own ways. Consumers, in particular, have ...

A book fair supported by community grants brought together Malaysia's creative community in a showcase of art publishing, ...

SINGAPORE - Singaporeans born in 1949 or earlier who missed out on the Pioneer Generation Package but obtained citizenship by 1996 will qualify for the smaller Merdeka Generation Package to help them ...