Yoyo master — a career of ups and downs
Covid-19 has affected many industries, including sports and entertainment. After a year without performing and having player meet-ups, yoyo master Ryan Chung shares his thoughts about the effects of the pandemic on the industry, and is looking forward to make his return. Waiting for the right time to make a comeback The pandemic has changed […]
Are you board? Screw it
Learning to build and fix things since he was young, do-it-yourself (DIY) enthusiast Andrew Lawrence recalled growing up with the concept. According to him, it is an incredibly rewarding hobby that can last a lifetime, and be passed down through generations of sons and daughters. Something to be proud of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) building projects can […]
‘Betta’ days ahead
Known for their bright, beautiful colouration and elaborate fin displays, the Siamese fighting fish — more commonly known nowadays as Betta — are are among the most popular freshwater fish around. Intrigued by the beauty, Tang Chong Hoe started collecting the tropical fish as he was fascinated by the vibrant and captivating colours of these […]
From hobbies to business
Five white collar individuals found a different calling during the movement control order (MCO). With ample time on their hands, they turned their hobbies to a side hustle, starting home-run bakeries and food businesses, to cater for the ever increasing demands during the lockdown period. A fun way to earn Whilethe world fights a global […]
Growing grapes, anyone?
MIRI: The partial lockdown, implemented since March 18 because of the Covid-19 pandemic, has made many people turn to home gardening. Some grow vegetables or flowers while others grow fruits like grapes in their backyards. Perhaps growing grapes is the next big trend in home gardening. Writer Cecilia Sman has been growing grapes at her […]
Housewife finds money in hobby
SIBU: It all started as a hobby, but soon Karmila Galau, 43, realised that her pastime of creating attractive souvenirs using ceramic beads was bringing her a decent monthly income. The Sibu-based housewife turned entrepreneur, said her keen interest in beads prompted her to take her hobby seriously. She began learning the intricacies of creating […]
Model plane hobbyist flying high
KUALA PILAH: As a child, Anuar Nordin longed to play with one of those fancy remote-controlled planes he had seen on television. But being a kampung boy, he thought his wish was merely a pie in the sky and had to contend with traditional pastimes like top spinning and shooting with catapults in his village […]
