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All You Need to Know About Allegra: Uses, Benefits, and Safety
Allegra: Your Comprehensive Guide to Allergy Relief In the realm of allergy medications, Allegra has carved a niche for itself as a reliable solution for many suffering from seasonal allergies. But what exactly is Allegra, how does it work, and what should you know before using it? This comprehensive guide aims to answer all your […]
TikTok Recommended The Book The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo 
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TikTok Recommended The Book The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo 
In light of new year’s resolutions that may or may not include reading more books, this is where I will share candid reviews on literature written by women so you can expand your fem-lit list. Before we proceed to this month’s chosen book, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, here’s a gentle reminder that what […]
4 Comedies About The Struggles And Triumphs Of Working Women
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4 Comedies About The Struggles And Triumphs Of Working Women
We’ve come a long way since Hollywood portrayed women as victims being forced to choose between finding love or having a career. While there’s still the odd Netflix rom-com that will play up that stereotype, the better movies capture the multi-faceted reality of working women in this day and age.  Mother, daughter, sister, wife – […]
Love Bombing: The New Relationship Red Flag You Need To Look Out For
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Love Bombing: The New Relationship Red Flag You Need To Look Out For
Step aside, gaslighting—there’s a new relationship red flag in town, and it’s love bombing. The term is taking the internet by storm as women (and men) around the world shed light on their love bombing experiences, proving time and time again that too much of a good thing is bad.  What is love bombing? But […]
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How to Survive Your Asian Parents’ Traditional Tiger Parenting Methods
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How to Survive Your Asian Parents’ Traditional Tiger Parenting Methods

I am a survivor of traditional tiger parenting methods. What is tiger parenting? It is a form of harsh and demanding authoritative parenting where the child is pushed to excel and shine at everything she or he does, particularly in academic results and in extracurricular activities. There is little time left for play – in […]
Seeing Red: A Way Forward For ‘Period Spot Checks’
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Seeing Red: A Way Forward For ‘Period Spot Checks’

Over a month ago, Malaysians saw red with the breaking news of “period spot checks” happening in schools. Young female Muslims shared their shame at having to prove they were on their periods while at religious classes.  The outer labia was purportedly subjected to swabbing with cotton buds, prodding with fingers, or groping to prove […]
5 Simple Steps To Make Your Beauty Routine More Sustainable
Beauty & Fashion

5 Simple Steps To Make Your Beauty Routine More Sustainable

Starting a sustainable beauty routine may sound intimidating, but it’s actually pretty simple to do. Every small step counts — you don’t have to overhaul your entire beauty stash to get on that zero-waste path. In fact, once you begin swapping out certain products, you won’t even notice the difference with time, and that’s the […]
Best Comfort Films on Netflix To Embrace During Lockdown
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Best Comfort Films on Netflix To Embrace During Lockdown

As news of rising Covid-19 cases around Southeast Asia dominate the headlines and countries go back into some version of a lockdown, it’s never been a better time to reach for some good ol’ comfort.  Sink back into your comfy couch while dressed in your softest jammies and grab a bowl of your favourite soul-filling […]
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Buy Into The Face Roller Myth
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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Buy Into The Face Roller Myth

Were you, like many other people, influenced by social media to get yourself a rose quartz face roller? Don’t beat yourself up — we’ve all been there at some point. It’s hard to not be dazzled by claims of traditional massaging techniques that can lift your face, depuff, improve lymphatic drainage, and more. Plus, it […]
The Art Of Sexting For Beginners
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The Art Of Sexting For Beginners

I was having drinks with a few girlfriends last week when we got on to the topic of sexting. I was a little surprised to know that out of the five of us, only two of us sext with our partners. The other girls were curious, but at the same time bashful when it came […]
Universal Things All Asian Parents Seem To Do
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Universal Things All Asian Parents Seem To Do

No matter which Asian country we come from or our socio-economic status, many Asian parents share certain quirks and traits that are simply instantly recognisable as an “Asian Parent Thing”.  While we love our parents, some of these behaviours can sometimes get a bit out of hand. Hands up if you identify with any of […]
Rape Jokes are Not Funny: How We Can Prevent Rape Culture
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Rape Jokes are Not Funny: How We Can Prevent Rape Culture

If you are from Malaysia, chances are you would have heard of this already. A Tiktok video made and uploaded by a Form 5 student on 23rd April 2021 exploded all over social media, sparking debates, commentary, and content on rape jokes and sexual harassment/assault.  @ant33aterpls make the school environment safer for us, as teachers […]
Growing Pains: What It’s Like Being Biracial In Asia
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Growing Pains: What It’s Like Being Biracial In Asia

“What are you?” is the question I most often get asked when I meet someone for the first time. I can vouch for many other mixed-raced Asian kids that this is probably one of the most commonly asked questions. Being someone with a mixed ancestry can mean a lot of things, but one constant is […]
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