Survivor: Hwang surrounded by Jalur Gemilang while relaxing at his home in Sungai Nibong, Penang. — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star
GEORGE TOWN: Having hid in the jungles of Sitiawan, Perak, as a child over four long years during the Japanese occupation, octogenarian Hwang Hong Shi has cherished every day of his life since.
Recalling the dark chapter, the 87-year-old retired teacher said he was only eight when he fled into the wilderness with his family.
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Sarawak State Health (Dental) Department workers holding flags. -Bernama
Rising patriotism: PPR Block G resident P. Selvammogan decorates his apartment block in conjunction with the 64th Merdeka celebrations on Tuesday. — Bernama
Reason to celebrate: Bensuadi Jalah (left) with a fellow resident decorating Block C of the Mentari Court apartments in Bandar Sunway, Selangor, with Malaysian flags. Mentari Court was recently locked down for two weeks due to high Covid-19 cases. — S.S.Kanesan/The Star
On the road: A row of Jalur Gemilang flying along a road in Taman Connaught, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. — SAMUEL ONG/The Star
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