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Profiles of founders, corporate leaders and Malaysian icons: how they started, what they built and what others can learn from them.

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Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza: The Voice of Modern Malaysia

Siti Nur Azizah

Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza: The Voice of Modern Malaysia

Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza is more than just a singer; she is the enduring voice of modern Malaysia and a cultural institution in her own right. Since her debut in the mid-1990s, she has successfully b...

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Aug 15, 2026

Datuk Azizulhasni Awang: The Pocket Rocketman

Siti Nur Azizah

Datuk Azizulhasni Awang: The Pocket Rocketman

Datuk Azizulhasni Awang is Malaysia's premier track cyclist and a globally recognised sporting icon. Known affectionately as the Pocket Rocketman, he has defined a generation of Malaysian sports throu...

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Aug 13, 2026

Datuk Shah Rukh Khan: The Bollywood Legend with Malaysian Ties

Siti Nur Azizah

Datuk Shah Rukh Khan: The Bollywood Legend with Malaysian Ties

When discussing global icons who have left an indelible mark on the Malaysian cultural landscape, few names carry as much weight as Datuk Shah Rukh Khan. The internationally acclaimed Indian actor, of...

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Aug 10, 2026

Dr. Wu Lien-Teh: The Malaysian Scientist Who Revolutionised Public Health

Dr. Wu Lien-Teh: The Malaysian Scientist Who Revolutionised Public Health

Dr. Wu Lien-Teh remains one of the most significant figures in the annals of medicine, representing a proud contribution from Malaysia to the global stage. Born in Penang in 1879, this visionary physi...

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Jul 31, 2026

Datuk Lat: The Master Chronicler of Malaysian Life

Datuk Lat: The Master Chronicler of Malaysian Life

Datuk Lat, born Mohammad Nor Khalid, stands as arguably the most influential cultural observer in the history of Malaysia. Through his keen eye for detail and gentle, observational humor, he has spent...

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Jul 30, 2026

Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Khoo Kay Kim: The Historian Who Defined Our National Identity

Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Khoo Kay Kim: The Historian Who Defined Our National Identity

Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Khoo Kay Kim remains one of the most significant intellectual figures in Malaysian history. As an academic, author, and teacher, Khoo Kay Kim dedicated his life to docum...

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Jul 25, 2026

Datuk Wira Dr. Mazlan Othman: The Malaysian Astrophysicist Who Charted Our Place in Space

Datuk Wira Dr. Mazlan Othman: The Malaysian Astrophysicist Who Charted Our Place in Space

Datuk Wira Dr. Mazlan Othman stands as a titan in the field of astrophysics, having served as a trailblazer for Malaysia's scientific community. As the first Malaysian astrophysicist, she not only cha...

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Jul 21, 2026

Lee Zii Jia: The Unyielding Spirit of Malaysian Badminton

Lee Zii Jia: The Unyielding Spirit of Malaysian Badminton

Lee Zii Jia stands as one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary Malaysian badminton , representing a new generation of talent on the global stage. Known for his powerful smashes and relentl...

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Jul 21, 2026

Dr. Aisha Lim: The Behavioral Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Health-Tech Engagement

Dr. Aisha Lim: The Behavioral Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Health-Tech Engagement

Dr. Aisha Lim: The Behavioral Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Health-Tech Engagement The Professional Snapshot In the bustling landscape of Malaysia's health-tech and food delivery sector, a uniq...

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Mar 6, 2026

Professor Dr. Anees Janee Ali: Decoding the Graduate Employment Paradox in Malaysia

Professor Dr. Anees Janee Ali: Decoding the Graduate Employment Paradox in Malaysia

Professor Dr. Anees Janee Ali: Decoding the Graduate Employment Paradox in Malaysia The Professional Snapshot In the complex and often contentious arena of Malaysian higher education and labour market...

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Mar 6, 2026

Dr. Sarena Che Omar: The Malaysian Nutrition Scientist Tackling Singapore's Silent Food Insecurity

Dr. Sarena Che Omar: The Malaysian Nutrition Scientist Tackling Singapore's Silent Food Insecurity

Dr. Sarena Che Omar: The Malaysian Nutrition Scientist Tackling Singapore's Silent Food Insecurity The Professional Snapshot In the dynamic landscape of Southeast Asia's food and nutrition sector, a d...

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Mar 6, 2026

Dato' Dr. Siti Hajar Abdul Rahim: The Culinary Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Food Tech Landscape

Dato' Dr. Siti Hajar Abdul Rahim: The Culinary Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Food Tech Landscape

Dato' Dr. Siti Hajar Abdul Rahim: The Culinary Scientist Revolutionizing Malaysia's Food Tech Landscape The Professional Snapshot In the bustling intersection of gastronomy, technology, and consumer b...

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Mar 6, 2026

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