Malaysia first celebrated Merdeka Day 68 years ago. As the nation marks its independence this year, brands across the peninsula are rolling out tributes with cheeky cultural references, heartfelt ...

For many, Merdeka is all about vibrant parades and the Jalur Gemilang fluttering in the breeze. But what does this day mean to the Orang Asli communities who often watch from the fringes? As the first ...

EVERY August, Malaysia’s skyline glows with the vibrant colours of the Jalur Gemilang. Streets fill with patriotic songs, parades and the hum of anticipation. Yet beyond the flags and fireworks, ...

Malaysian servicemen preparing to carry a massive national flag for the opening ceremony of the Merdeka Day parade in 2023. (Chot Touch pic) WhatsApp has recently been abuzz with claims that armed ...

Malaysia will celebrate its 67th National Day tomorrow and this is an important day that marks our country’s independence. This year’s theme, “Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka,” is all about bringing ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi announced that 16,000 guests will attend the 80th Indonesian Independence Day celebration at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on August 17, ...

A surge of Malaysian tourists to southern Thailand during the current Merdeka Day long weekend is expected to contribute about 100 million baht to the local economy. More than 13,000 Malaysian ...

FedEx Malaysia has released a heartwarming Merdeka Day video titled “Different strangers. One conversation. Endless Malaysian pride”, capturing the rich linguistic diversity that unites the nation.

National Day is synonymous with brands in Malaysia doling out messages of unity, harmony, and peace. Sure, most of them present as saccharine and escapist given the state of affairs in Malaysia, but ...

Pasta brand Barilla is marking Singapore’s SG60 and Malaysia’s Merdeka Day with twin campaigns tapping into national pride, local flavour, and a love of carbs. In Singapore, the Italian pasta maker ...