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Despite renewed popularity, local Malaysian batik faces challenges from foreign competition and a need to evolve designs, with experts urging collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure its long-term appeal and preservation for younger generations. - Bernama file photo

Hael Husaini announces that he will be holding his first solo concert ‘Konsert Hael Husaini & Repertoire’ on Aug 8. Photo: Instagram @haelhusaini

Experts say a shift in priorities and exposure to other "glamorous" careers contribute to the declining interest among top students. - 123RF photo

A. Samad Said’s name reached its pinnacle with the official publication of his novel ‘Salina’ in 1961. The story revolves around the conflict and struggles of a woman named Salina, set against the backdrop of post-World War II society. - Bernama photo

Russian performance performing Russian folk songs.

For Shamsul Bahri Ahmad, 64, and his wife Fauziah Hassan, 55, halwa maskat is more than just a confection; it is a symbol of familial love, cherished history and enduring perseverance. Photo by Bernama

At just 17, Danya Adriana Feri Pito Manda is making a name for herself in Malaysia’s local art scene as a young painter who infuses abstract art with the richness of Malay culture - offering a refreshing blend of tradition and contemporary style. Photo by Bernama

One of the survivors, Abdul Wafiy Kamarudin, 23, recounted the moment of the horrific accident that claimed the lives of 15 students of the Sultan Idris University of Education (UPSI) on Monday. Photo by Bernama

Ayne during the book reading session at Bual Space.