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Aishah Muhammad Yassin remembers her frazzled mother giving her a smartphone and putting on ‘Upin & Ipin’, a popular Malaysian animated series for children, for her to watch. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Kelantan Tourism, Culture, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Kamaruddin Md Noor - Bernama photo

Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) official mascots Wira and Manja.

A lion dance team typically has eight to 10 members, including drummers, expanding to 20 for larger performances. - Bernama photo

Demand for calligraphy services usually increases about one to two months before Chinese New Year, with invitations coming from schools, shopping centers, associations, and night markets selling festive goods. - Bernama photo

At 80, Wee is still very much at the heart of the festive rush, tirelessly preparing Kiam Koay, or ‘Kia Koi’ in the Kelantan dialect - a traditional cake passed down through four generations. Photo by Bernama

Actress Remon Lim said festive preparations have changed since her childhood, but traditions are still observed. - Bernama photo

Behind the festive celebration of the Chinese New Year with red paper decorations displaying characters symbolising prosperity and well-being, Chinese calligraphy actually demands high discipline, perseverance and continuous practice. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Bernama FILE PIX

This February, Malaysia’s diversity was not just spoken of - it was seen and felt, as Thaipusam, Chinese New Year and the approach of Ramadan unfolded almost side by side in a rare convergence of faith, culture and unity. Bernama FILE PIX

Factory owner Lee Su Wei, 46, said the business was founded by his late uncle, Lee Ghee Bee, and is now operated by the third generation. Photo by Bernama