QuickCheck : Did the word ketchup originate from the Hokkien word 'ke-tsiap'?
EVEN the most empty fridge has a bottle of ketchup, beloved by all ages for its tangy kick, it's the world's most popular condiment.
Melaka CM lauds M'sian Hokkien associations' role in state development
MELAKA: The willingness and aspiration of the Federation of Hokkien Associations of Malaysia to become an ambassador for the development of the state has been warmly welcomed by Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.
Global festival to give Hokkien culture its due
SEPANG: The World Hokkien Golden Melody Awards and Cross-Strait Hokkien Music Grand Prix 2024 have become an important platform for promoting cultural exchange between Malaysia and China and showcasing Hokkien music on the global stage.
The Federation of Hokkien Associations of Malaysia announces the 11th World Fujian Convention in KL
PETALING JAYA: The Federation of Hokkien Associations of Malaysia (TFHM) announced that it would host the 11th World Fujian Convention from Nov 7 to 9, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
Keeping the Penang Hokkien dialect alive
DURING my childhood days in the 1990s, it can be safely said that Hokkien was the undisputed lingua franca among the Chinese in Penang.
Call to keep Hokkien alive among the young
ACTIVISTS and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) must help promote Hokkien to the younger generation, said caretaker Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
Dialect in decline: Penang aims to make Hokkien popular again
GEORGE TOWN: Hokkien has always been the Chinese dialect synonymous with Penang.
Jeganathan making full use of Mandarin and Hokkien
MUAR: Independent candidate S. Jeganathan is banking on his community service record and his ability to speak two Chinese dialects to sway voters in the Simpang Jeram by-election on Sept 9.
Learn to speak Hokkien like a true Penangite
THOSE wanting to learn Penang’s unique Hokkien dialect can now do so with the help of a dictionary which was launched on July 5, reported Sin Chew Daily.
Kit Siang draws cheers after addressing Klang crowd in Hokkien
KLANG: DAP stalwart Tan Sri Lim Kit Siang made an appearance at Taman Eng Ann area here to support the party's candidate for the Bandar Baru Klang state seat, Dr Quah Perng Fei.
These artworks at KL Hokkien Cemetery won't follow you home
Historic Chinese cemetery in Kuala Lumpur is hosting the 'Jelajah - Heritage Nature Park' art exhibition
King presents awards at Hokkien associations' federation dinner
KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah graced the Malaysian Hokkien Exemplary Leaders and Outstanding Entrepreneurs Awards dinner here on Saturday (Aug 27) night.
CM: Need to revive interest in Hokkien language
IT is important to speak Hokkien, as it could disappear if not for constant communication.
More than 13 years’ jail for married man who slashed ex-lover’s new boyfriend at flat's void deck in Singapore
SINGAPORE: A 64-year-old married man who stabbed and slashed his former lover's new boyfriend at an HDB void deck was sentenced to 13 years and eight months' jail on Thursday (March 27).
Brunei artiste calls for more blood donation drives
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Local artiste Shukri Mahari praised the active involvement of local associations in supporting blood donation campaigns, which he has seen through social media promotions over the years.
'I bribe Kitchen God for good luck': Penang boy shares his Hokkien heritage
Growing up in a Penang Hokkien household, our writer follows many traditions, rites and rituals during Chinese New Year.
Malay cook’s Hokkien wishes spark joy
GEORGE TOWN: A video featuring a Malay cafe worker who is fluent in Hokkien has gone viral, with the video gaining more than 100,000 views.
Malaysian artiste Meer Nash sings in Malay, English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Cantonese
Multilingual performer Meer Nash hopes to reach more listeners with his music.
Hokkien federation sets up new bureau
FEDERATION of Hokkien Associations of Malaysia (FHAM) hopes the establishment of its Entrepreneurship Bureau will further strengthen the organisation, says its president Tan Sri Lim Hock San.
Dear elderly: Penang girl explains MCO directive in light-hearted Hokkien video
GEORGE TOWN: A Penang girl had taken a light-hearted approach to explain the stay-at-home directive from the movement control order (MCO) in Penang Hokkien.
