MELAKA, Malaysia (MNTV): A pair of cousins in Melaka city of Malaysia are continuing their family’s tradition of preparing bahulu, a fluffy egg sponge cake especially enjoyed during Ramadan and the Eidul Fitr (locally called Hari Ray) days. Muhammad Najmi Amzairy, 18, and Arif Fathilah Othman, 28, have taken on the responsibility of supp...
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia (MNTV) — Malaysia is mourning the loss of a national sports icon whose legacy continues to inspire generations. Shaharudin Jaffar, fondly known as the “godfather of Malaysian cycling,” passed away earlier this week at the age of 84. A pioneer both on and off the track, Shaharudin’s remarkable journey began as an [&helli...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) – One of the best parts of festive seasons in Malaysia is taking in the mesmerising decorations at shopping centres. The photogenic displays add to the celebratory atmosphere, allowing visitors from all walks of life to gather and capture precious memories. After featuring whimsical and auspicious themes for past ...
CAIRO, Egypt (MNTV) — Egypt and Saudi Arabia were the leading suppliers of dates to Indonesia in the early months of 2025, as the country ramped up imports ahead of Ramadan, Cairo Scene reports. Official data showed a significant increase in shipments to meet growing demand, with Egypt accounting for more than half of the […]
DENPASAR, Indonesia (MNTV) — Indonesian police in Bali province have advised travelers to avoid trips before and during Nyepi, the Hindu Day of Silence, which falls on March 29. This year, Nyepi clashes with the peak of the Ramadan exodus, when millions of Indonesian Muslims travel to their hometowns for Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Poli...
DOHA, Qatar (MNTV) – Art installations, including one resembling a faucet pouring plastic bottles into the streets of Surabaya in Indonesia, are making rounds on social media, The Peninsula Qatar reports. The installations erected by university students and environmental activists aim to raise public awareness on the Asian country’s mou...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) – A viral social media post has ignited debate in Malaysia over the use of loud musical instruments to wake people for Sahur, the pre-dawn meal during Ramadan. A Twitter user, @taufiq_tuah, shared a video showing a group of people going door to door, using tambourines and drums to rouse residents […]
JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) – An Indonesian school will hold the World Muslim Scout Jamboree (WMSJ) from September 9 to 14 this year as part of its 100th anniversary. According to Tempo.co, the event aims to attract 15,000 participants. In order to host this event, the WMSJ committee has worked with the Indonesian Scout Movement, the Mini...
KUALA TERENGGANU, Malaysia (MNTV) – As Eid approaches, the small town of Kijal in Malaysia’s Terengganu state is witnessing a frenzy for lemang—a traditional dish of glutinous rice and coconut milk cooked in bamboo. Popularly known as “lemang Kijal”, vendors in this Terengganu town located in the Kemaman district see brisk business from locals...
MNTV Monitoring Desk Chinese authorities in occupied Eastern Turkestan, which is officially known in China as Xinjiang, have reportedly ordered Uyghurs to submit daily video proof that they are not fasting during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The measure is part of Beijing’s broader crackdown on religious practices under the pretext of c...
