They fear potential side effects, becoming ‘lab rats’.

Some are worried of pupils contracting Covid-19 while others say it is safe with strict SOP adherence.

A year on, migrant workers who expected the MCO to last only a few weeks are still stuck in the republic.

Groups welcome Health Ministry’s move to register practitioners to protect consumers.  

Culinary masters offer ‘touch-the-heart’ offerings at budget prices.

No point for non-Chinese joining as associate members if they have no role to play in party.

Chinese New Year has come and gone, with none of the usual visitors and donations.

Repacking meals, excessive waste contributing to business overheads with revenue all but trickling in.

Karaoke centres, bars, nightclubs still can’t reopen under MCO 2.0, many running out of cash.

Steven Sim says gratitude from emotional parents makes initiative worthwhile.

Despite missing togetherness aspect of festival, communities determined to keep spirit alive.

Industry suffers as Malaysians use EPF savings, cash handouts to redeem pawned valuables.

Owners predict wave of closures as government kills opportunity for annual money-spinner.

Uptick in orders from Malaysians stuck overseas, say sellers.

Troupe leaders fear losing young talents, income as Covid-19 restrictions continue.