This year’s Merdeka feels personal to me. After facing unemployment and self-doubt, I finally found my own “independence” in a new beginning. As Malaysia celebrates its 68th Independence Day, I reflect on liberation, resilience, and the hope that we all find our own Merdeka in life.

As Zoe and Ethan unknowingly slip into a rhythm of being each other’s best friend again, their feelings deepen with every shared laugh and late-night call. Across town, Lily and Bryan celebrate the success of their plan, their excitement bubbling over as they prepare for the next big step — one that could change everything for Zoe and Ethan forever.

Your gut does more than just digest food — it’s the foundation of your overall health. From boosting your immunity to giving you glowing skin, here’s why a healthy gut should be at the top of your wellness priorities.

Attack 13 starts off strong with its chilling atmosphere and brutal kills, but its attempt to blend bullying awareness with supernatural horror falls flat. What should have been a meaningful take on the issue of bullying instead risks glamorizing it, leaving me more frustrated than terrified.

Back in the early 2010s, 11Street was one of the hottest e-commerce platforms around—remember Lee Min Ho as their ambassador? For me, 11Street wasn’t just another job, it was where I found friendships, laughter, and memories that still mean so much today.

Ava Max’s Don’t Click Play addresses criticism head-on while proving her artistry stands on its own. Sampling or not, the music delivers—and that’s what matters.