The “Eye on the Tiger” exhibition, which is the largest event showcasing photographs of the endangered species is held in Starhill and Lot 10 from September 21 until October 22.
This exhibition, which recently created attention for its successful run at the London’s Royal Albert Hall is set to create awareness on the plight of the world’s most majestic cat species.
Organised by Save Wild Tigers, an United Kingdom-based conservation organisation, the exhibition features 60 amazing works of the world’s 30 leading wildlife photographers with two of them coming from Malaysia – SC Shekar and Sanjitpaal Singh.
The images that are exhibited are also for sale. Proceeds will go to The Habitat Foundation, which is committed in preserving biodiversity and nurturing green financing avenues in Pahang, as well as Rimau, which is committed to putting an end to tiger-poaching activities.
With approximately 5,000 tigers remaining in the wild globally and fewer than 100 Malayan tigers left in their natural habitat, the clock is ticking to prevent the extinction of these magnificent creatures.
“If no action is taken, wild tigers could be extinct in just 10 years across Asia and potentially less than 10 years in Malaysia,” says Simon Clinton, founder of Save Wild Tigers.
“The aim of the Eye On The Tiger exhibition is to inspire the public to join us in taking action to save what is surely one of the most beautiful creatures alive today. We do not want this to be the only lasting record that they ever existed on our precious planet,” he adds.
The exhibition:
The Atrium (Ground Floor) @ Starhill (September 21 – October 8) 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Lot 10Shopping Centre (October 9 – 22) 50, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
The Petaling, Kuala Lumpur and Hulu Langat districts are expected to experience scheduled water supply disruptions next month because of upgrading and maintenance works at the Sungai Langat water treatment plant.
Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) said the works will cause scheduled water supply disruptions in a number of areas from 9.ooam on October 10.
The works are expected to be completed by 7.00pm the same day and supply will be restored in stages and expected to fully recover by noon on October 12.
In a statement, it said commercial customers may purchase water supplies at any of Air Selangor’s customer service counters across all regions.
They may also use their water tankers at two filling stations that will be opened in Sunway Batu Caves and Selayang Mutiara.
Customers may refer to the Air Selangor app, as well as the company’s official Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter) accounts for the latest information, or contact the Air Selangor contact centre at 15300.
The list of the affected areas are as the following.
After being postponed for a year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 19th edition of the Asian Games will begin from 23 September until 8 October 2023.
Some 292 athletes will represent Malaysia in the Games which is held in Hangzhou, China.
It also marks the first time in as many years that the Youth and Sports Ministry has not set a gold medal target. Instead, the Malaysian contingent will be aiming for 27 medals, regardless of their colour.
In the previous edition, Malaysia won seven gold, 13 silver and 16 bronze medals. The country’s best haul came at the 2010 edition when Malaysia won nine gold, 18 silver and 14 bronze.
No matter which athlete has the most potential to win a medal, let’s give the best cheer and support to our fellow Malaysians in Hangzhou.
The Exchange TRX’s retail wing in the Tun Razak Exchange, Kuala Lumpur is set to open its doors to visitors on November 29, according to a Lendlease press release on Wednesday.
The statement added that visitors can expect a shopping, dining, leisure and entertainment destination in the retail section, with 95% of the outlets occupied and over 400 stores spread across 1.3 million sq ft.
Mitch Wilson, Project Director for The Exchange TRX and Head of Retail for Lendlease Malaysia, said: “Our strong tenancy rate is a resounding vote of confidence given by leading international and local brands for the new retail concept that Lendlease is introducing to the market with The Exchange TRX. As Kuala Lumpur’s new social heart, The Exchange TRX disrupts the landscape with its socially immersive, experience-rich approach, reshaping the future of retail.”
Among the retailers at The Exchange TRX include South Korean eyewear brand Gentle Monster, French-Japanese lifestyle brand Maison Kitsuné and their associated coffee bar Café Kitsuné, Californian athleisure brand Alo Yoga, and Finnish home furnishings brand Marimekko. Cult beauty brand Drunk Elephant also makes its entrance with its first ever brick and mortar store globally.
In addition, The Exchange TRX’s Beauty Galleria will feature beauty brands such as Swiss skincare brand La Prairie and French cosmetics house Guerlain — both set to open their first stand-alone boutiques in Malaysia at The Exchange TRX.
There will also be new dining experiences in the retail precinct, including Singapore’s Tipsy Flamingo, which will bring a unique blend of futuristic décor and the vibrant ambience of a summer pool party inspired by the 80s.
Amazonas, a new venture by the Kenny Hills Hospitality Group, introduces a vibrant Latin American rooftop restaurant and bar concept, offering sharing plates inspired by the region, open-fire cooking, fun cocktails and late night DJ fiestas.
One of the anchor tenants of The Exchange TRX is Seibu, one of the biggest department stores in Japan, whose presence spans four levels and takes up over 250,000 sq ft. This will be the first Seibu department store in Malaysia, carrying over 400 brands, of which more than 100 are new-to-market brands, and the lowest floor will be a premium Japanese food hall.
There will also be a 10-acre (4.05-hectare) rooftop park atop the retail component. The TRX City Park is accessible to the public, and features cascading greenery, children’s play areas, water features and shaded enclaves.
Wilson added: “The modern retail experience must consider its impact on stakeholders. Being the social component of an international financial district (the Tun Razak Exchange), we have created communal spaces within The Exchange TRX that will hopefully serve as a catalyst for an ideas-driven economy, culminating in the TRX City Park — the largest rooftop public park to be opened in Kuala Lumpur in recent times.”
Located within the Tun Razak Exchange’s international financial district, The Exchange TRX is a joint-venture development between Lendlease and TRX City Sdn Bhd.
Roti canai is among the most common food among Malaysians, as it can be eaten in the morning as breakfast up towards late night as supper. In Malaysia, you can easily find stalls selling roti canai as many of the sellers operate 24 hours.
The famous dish is a traditional pan-fried flatbread made with flour, water, eggs, and fat of Indian origin, but mainly associated with Malaysia, and surrounding countries like Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei, and Thailand.
Lee Chean Chung, Member of Parliament for Petaling Jaya has proposed for Kuala Lumpur to be returned to Selangor as an idea to create a new “mega metropolis” to streamline urban development and improve living conditions in the Klang Valley.
Lee said the return of Kuala Lumpur to Selangor would allow Klang Valley to be one of the important hubs in the region. The capital was made a federal territory in 1974 by carving out more than 200 sq km from Selangor.
“An integrated public transport planning, additional affordable housing which requires land and holistic urban planning is essential to allow Klang Valley remain relevant and able to compete with Bangkok, Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh.”
“I would like to propose a mega metropolis by having the city returned to Selangor. This would ease development and allow for better planning,” he told the Dewan Rakyat.
The MP representing Pakatan Harapan said this would also grant Kuala Lumpur residents their second vote, as they would get to participate in Selangor state elections. Currently, Kuala Lumpur is administered by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) with the citizens only voting for 11 parliamentary seats.
Lee added that while the move might be seen as radical, it could be done as KL was once the capital of Selangor.
The Keretapi Sarong is back again this year in conjunction with the Malaysia day celebrations. More than 10,000 people, of various ethnics and ages, participated in the event, which aims to instil the spirit of love for the country and its diversity.
The participants came together from different neighbourhood to gather while donning different designs of traditional attire. Other than flash mob, this year’s event also includes Sarong creative fashion show, stand-up comedy by Harith Iskander, joget lambak and many more.
Photo / IG @zairulpuadPhoto / IG @amsyarnaaif
The Keretapi Sarong 2023 director, Shamsul Bahrin Zainuzzaman, said that the event successfully achieved its main objective, which is to see Malaysians in traditional attire riding the public transport while promoting the traditional sarongs.
The event is started simultaneously from seven different stations, namely KL Sentral Light Rail Transit (LRT), Gombak LRT, Ampang LRT, Subang Jaya LRT, Kajang Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), Bandar Utama MRT and KLIA Transit, before gathering at Dataran Merdeka for the main programme.
Besides Kuala Lumpur, Keretapi Sarong is also held in major cities such as Johor Bahru, Ipoh, Kuala Terengganu and even London, United Kingdom.
Various patriotic and traditional songs were also being played throughout the event, including ‘Negaraku’, ‘Jalur Gemilang’, ‘Gemuruh’, ‘Standing In The Eyes Of The World’, Rasa Sayang’, ‘Dikir Puteri’, Enjit Enjit Semut’, ‘Lemak Manis’, ‘Can Mali Can’ and ‘Anak Tupai’.
Malaysia Day is a day held on 16 September every year to commemorate the establishment of the Malaysian federation in 1963. This event saw Malaya, North Borneo (which was renamed Sabah), Sarawak, and Singapore join together as a country. Singapore, however, withdrew from the federation less than two years later, on 9 August 1965.
Initially, the planned date for the formation of the new federation was 1 June 1963, but the event was postponed to 31 August 1963, to coincide with the sixth anniversary of Merdeka celebrations. Several issues relating to the objections of neighbouring Indonesia and the Philippines to the formation of Malaysia delayed the declaration to 16 September of the same year.
Front page of the North Borneo News
The formation of Malaysia was done under the basis of the Malaysia Agreement, signed in 1963 by the United Kingdom, the Federation of Malaya, Sarawak, North Borneo, and Singapore. This Agreement set out the terms and conditions for the component States to be federated under a new constitution.
The “Malaysia Bill” was introduced in the Malayan Parliament on 9 July 1963, and received consent from the third Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalulllail on 29 August 1963.
The Malaysia Day proclamation at Padang Merdeka Jesselton, Sabah
Prior to 2010, Malaysia Day was observed as a state public holiday only in Sabah and Sarawak, but an unofficial patriotic day of observance marked nationally and only the anniversary of the nation’s formation.
Prime Minister Najib Razak made the decision after a question-and-answer session at Parliament on 19 October 2009, giving Malaysians two celebrations related to the country’s independence and sovereignty. Beginning the year 2010, Malaysia Day became a nationwide public holiday.
Served and eaten by every Malaysian during anytime of the day and sometimes even late night supper, it is one of the most popular food in Malaysia.
So good that even TasteAtlas, an international food website, names the roti canai the best bread in the world.
On September 10, the website posted its list “Best Breads in the World”, with the classic meal listed above 50 other breads from across the world.
Other than roti canai claiming the top spot, the others in the Top 10 are pan de bono, butter garlic naan, nan-e barbari, pan de yuca, focaccia di Recco col formaggio, baguette, naan, piadina romagnola and tarte flambee.
Roti canai is a traditional pan-fried flatbread made with flour, water, eggs, and fat of Indian origin, but mainly associated with Malaysia, and surrounding countries like Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei, and Thailand.
The dough for roti canai is repeatedly folded, so the final product has a layered texture, a soft interior, and a crispy outer layer.
The most common fat used in roti canai is ghee, the traditional Indian clarified butter. It is believed that the dish originated in India when the Indian laborers who migrated to Malaysia brought the recipe and the tradition of preparing this crispy pastry to the foreign country.
This is not the first time our favourite food is listed on TasteAtlas’ lists. On February early this year, the roti canai is listed as the second best street food in the world.
It’s hard to imagine a time when dining out wasn’t part of everyday life. Yet, in today’s fast-moving world of trends and reinventions, many restaurants struggle to survive more than a few years. The food scene is constantly evolving—what’s hot today might be forgotten tomorrow. Younger generations are always on the lookout for the next viral spot, the latest café aesthetic, or a new twist on tradition.
But amid all this change, a handful of restaurants across Malaysia have stood the test of time—quietly, consistently, and with grace. These eateries, founded long before the country gained its independence in 1957, have weathered economic shifts, world wars, changing tastes, and generational transitions. Their resilience is not just a matter of nostalgia; it’s also a testament to strong culinary traditions, family legacies, and community support.
Some of these places are still buzzing with life today—not only for their food but also for the stories they carry. Stepping into one of these restaurants can feel like stepping back in time.
Here, we highlight a selection of Malaysia’s oldest restaurants—founded before Merdeka—that continue to serve generations of loyal customers.
Yut Kee Restaurant 镒记茶餐室 (1928)
A cornerstone of KL’s kopitiam culture, Yut Kee is beloved for its traditional Hainanese dishes—roast pork roll, roti babi, chicken chop, kaya toast, and more. Opened by Hainanese in 1928, the restaurant is now run by the third generation and continues to draw both locals and tourists alike.
The old premise of Yut Kee at Jalan Dang WangiYut Kee at Jalan KamuntingPhoto / IG @squarepad
Tucked away in Pudu, Sek Yuen is one of the few restaurants in the city that started its business before Merdeka. Known for its classic Cantonese banquet-style dishes, it preserves the spirit of post-war KL with retro interiors and timeless flavours.
Founded just after World War II, Soong Kee has long been a local favourite for its springy beef noodles and hand-rolled beef balls. The modest shop has grown over the decades but still stays true to its original recipe.
Soong Kee Beef Ball Noodle, Then and NowPhoto / IG @linijing
86, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur.
Ho Kow began as a roadside stall and blossomed into a full-fledged kopitiam, cherished for its strong Hainan coffee, soft-boiled eggs, and toasted buns. A nostalgic breakfast destination in the heart of the city.
1, Jalan Balai Polis, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur.
Established more than a century ago, Hameediyah is Penang’s oldest nasi kandar restaurant. Known for its deeply spiced curries, it remains an iconic stop for generations of Malaysians and tourists.
A vintage Cantonese dim sum restaurant with marble-top tables and heritage interior, Tho Yuen brings a charming old-world feel to Penang’s George Town. Locals love its dim sum and fried noodles.
Originally known as the FMS Bar and Restaurant, this colonial-era establishment served British officers during the early 1900s. Recently restored and rebranded as Durbar at FMS, it offers a blend of heritage décor and Anglo-Malay cuisine.
A classic coffee shop best known for its durian ice cream and local hawker delights. Kek Seng has remained a local favourite for more than a century, tucked into the heart of George Town.
Photo / IG @jonas.chn
382 & 384, Jalan Penang, 10000 George Town, Penang.
Sai Kee Coffee 434 (1953)
121, Jalan Maharani, Taman Sri Emas, 84000 Muar, Johor.
50, Jalan Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Why These Places Matter
More than just places to eat, these restaurants are part of Malaysia’s living history. They have seen the country evolve—from colonial rule to independence, from kampungs to megacities—and have served generations of Malaysians from all walks of life.
In a landscape that’s always chasing the next new thing, these eateries remind us that sometimes, the best things don’t change. They age gracefully, carry stories in every plate, and offer comfort that transcends time.
So the next time you’re exploring Malaysia, consider skipping the trendy cafés for a day—and step into one of these legacy establishments. You’ll not only enjoy a good meal, but also a slice of history.
