ANN/THE STAR – Single people often encounter misunderstanding, stereotypes, and even discrimination. According to social scientist Dr Bella DePaulo and author of Single At Heart and Singlism: What It Is, Why It Matters, And How to Stop It, individuals who are unattached face various microaggressions in their daily lives. These microaggressions range from subtle slights […]
ANN/THE STAR – In her 20s, Mona found herself entangled in what she now recognises as “ambiguous relationships” or “situationships” quite frequently. “Back then, I wasn’t sure of what I wanted, so I would move from one situationship to the next, engaging in undefined relationships that resembled dating but never amounted to anything lasting,” she […]
ANN/THE STAR – Utilising social media has become an integral means of sharing our daily experiences and staying connected with friends and family. However, it prompts us to ponder the extent to which we are willing to jeopardise our well-being for the sake of online engagement. A recent study, titled Death By Instagram Fueled Selfies: […]
ANN/THE STAR – Individuals with larger body sizes frequently find themselves in a position where they must assert their rights and insist on equitable access to fundamental aspects of their daily lives. This very need served as a motivating factor for six friends who united in 2019 to establish My Fat Squad, a Malaysian organisation […]
ANN/THE STAR – Hailing from the Jakun tribe in a small village, Masni Mat Dong comprehended the challenges afflicting her community right from her formative years, providing her a unique perspective on the Orang Asli upbringing. “My father was a waste collector and we weren’t well-off. There were seven of us siblings at home in […]