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Despite a birth defect in his left leg, Ariffin, affectionately known as ‘Pokwi’, continues to craft exquisite silver items with high cultural and heritage value, including maces, silver keris, tepak sireh (betel nut container) and various ornate decorations. Photo by Bernama

In the age of sustainability and mitigating climate change, Malaysia has not fully accepted bamboo for use in construction, unlike its neighbours. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay

For Nurul Zulaika, who hails from Lahad Datu, Sabah, making accessories provides her creative escape and a moment of respite from her responsibilities as a part-time lecturer at the National Academy of Arts, Culture and Heritage (Aswara). - Bernama photo

Jeffri, who retired from TLDM in 2011, opened the shop in 2016. Initially, he sold watches from various brands, but in 2017, he was appointed Malaysia’s sole distributor for Submarine Professional Time, a US-based watch brand. - Bernama photo

Among the options gaining traction is the rental of festive attire, allowing wearers to showcase a variety of designs and brands without the need to spend heavily or crowd their wardrobes with seasonal clothing. Photo: Instagram/KITAR

Garments are priced between RM60 and RM280, depending on the fabric and design, using materials such as cotton poplin, Maserati, viscose, satin and tencel satin. - Bernama photo

Frequently using the Gemini Pro and Flow applications to produce AI-generated works, the Johorian features visuals of herself with her cat character named Pumpkin as the main focus of her content, attracting fans of the adorable feline. - Photo source: Fikri Jalil and Rith Radzi via Bernama

Painting murals comes with its own set of challenges, and for Muhammad Riduan, one of the most challenging and memorable experiences he encountered was completing a mural on a circular structure. - Bernama photo

Zulaikha noted that traditional batik patterns were created with great artistry and meaning, so understanding how to arrange them properly is also a form of appreciation for the craftsmanship. - Bernama photo

Through community-driven initiatives and non-formal education programmes, many youths who once dropped out of school are discovering new opportunities to rebuild their lives, develop practical skills and regain confidence in their future. - Bernama photo