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Many young Malaysians found life had become a balancing act between rising expenses, uncertain job prospects and limited access to mental health support. Photo for illustrative purposes only. Photo: Edited via Canva

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As Budget 2026 draws closer, young Malaysians are speaking out about their financial struggles and hopes for reforms. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

The bank also said the government is unlikely to explore reintroducing the goods and services tax (GST) in Budget 2026 in view of the external headwinds. - 123RF photo

This picture, taken from a position on the Israeli border with the Gaza Strip, shows destroyed buildings in the besieged Palestinian territory on Sept 9. Israel's military said on Sept 9, it will act with "great force" in Gaza City and told residents to leave as it stepped up a deadly assault on the Palestinian territory's largest urban centre. (Photo by Jack GUEZ / AFP)

Zayan radio presenter Mohd Faizal Ismail. - Photo: INSTAGRAM / @faizalfbi76

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek meets the media during the handover of learning aid to registered private autistic schools at Sekolah Sinar Harapan, Bukit Mertajam on Aug 7, 2025. (BERNAMA PHOTO)

The definition of closeness evolves over time. Photo: Canva

In Malaysia, life changes like marriage, parenthood and career shifts shape friendships differently for men, women and generations, yet the cultural bond through food, faith and community stays strong. Photo: Edited via Canva

As we age, friendships shift from broad networks to close circles, a change experts see not as withdrawal, but as emotional maturity. Photo: Edited via Canva