Tag: EXCLUSIVE
Malaysia’s 2026 Film Slate Preview, The Titles That Could Surprise Everyone
Malaysia’s film conversation has changed. Not because audiences suddenly became more patriotic, but because the numbers started to make sense. In 2025, local films pushed the industry to…
Thaipusam in Penang — A Cultural and Spiritual Tapestry That Transcends Tourism
Lifestyle | The Ledger Asia GEORGE TOWN, 31 January 2026 — For travellers who seek more than beach selfies and bucket-list landmarks, Penang’s Thaipusam festival offers something profoundly…
Nipah Virus: Why It Sounds Scarier Than It Spreads
When the word Nipah resurfaces in headlines, the reaction across Asia is almost instinctive. Border screenings tighten. Public advisories are refreshed. Social media fills with unease. In Malaysia…
Chinese New Year: The Longest Social Marathon of the Year
Chinese New Year is often described as a holiday.In reality, it feels closer to a marathon. Not the kind with cheering crowds or medals at the finish line,…
Beyond the Present: The Five Biggest Challenges CEOs Must Confront in 2026
CEO Voice | The Ledger Asia KUALA LUMPUR, 27 January 2026 — The role of the chief executive has always been complex, demanding a blend of strategic foresight,…
Bursa Malaysia IPO Performance Review: Semico, GHS & SBS Nexus
Kuala Lumpur, 27 January 2026 – As Bursa Malaysia weathered a modest rebound in early 2026, a fresh crop of initial public offerings (IPOs), Semico Capital Bhd (SEMICO),…