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Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean - Ryunosuke Satoro

'Better Lives' is your one-stop section for all things concerning Social Sustainability.

This section will highlight the human dimensions of the sustainability narrative with interesting reads on topics such as social welfare, gender equality, humanitarian organisations, CSR initiatives and many more.

EventX Forms Strategic Alliance With HTC VIVE to Redefine Virtual Event Experience

Arivin Tiran

Jul 22
3 min

EventX Forms Strategic Alliance With HTC VIVE to Redefine Virtual Event Experience

EventX, an Asia-based enterprise virtual event management company, has closed a US$10 million series B funding co-led by HTC, a virtual...

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Three UK-Malaysia partnerships receive grants worth RM166,000 for climate change projects

Nisshanthan Dhanapalan

Feb 5
3 min

Three UK-Malaysia partnerships receive grants worth RM166,000 for climate change projects

British Council’s A.R.C. Challenge Malaysia Grant aims to create dialogue and contextualise climate change, youth and cultural rights...

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We asked 11 people to reflect on Earth Hour 2020 and here is what they have to say

Nisshanthan Dhanapalan

Mar 28, 2020
8 min

We asked 11 people to reflect on Earth Hour 2020 and here is what they have to say

In the midst of social distancing and restricted movement due to Covid-19, how can we commemorate Earth Hour better as we reflect on...

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Earth Hour 2020: Our moment to reflect on the present

Nisshanthan Dhanapalan

Mar 28, 2020
3 min

Earth Hour 2020: Our moment to reflect on the present

Opinions As most of us around the globe are quarantined and are practicing social distancing, we ask ourselves what can we do more for...

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5 Fun Green Activities for Kids whilst Social Distancing

TheLastStraw News

Mar 17, 2020
3 min

5 Fun Green Activities for Kids whilst Social Distancing

Here’s a special opportunity to keep your children occupied at home and learn valuable lessons in conserving the environment. The...

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PUMA and FIRST MILE turn plastics to performance

Arivin Tiran

Mar 10, 2020
1 min

PUMA and FIRST MILE turn plastics to performance

Global sports brand PUMA and First Mile, a recycling company based in the UK, have co-created a sportswear collection made from recycled...

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Penang bids farewell to paper-based parking coupons

Arivin Tiran

Oct 31, 2019
1 min

Penang bids farewell to paper-based parking coupons

All Penang motorist and visitors who drive to Penang must now download the Penang Smart Parking (PSP) app.

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Social Enterprise PichaEats Rebuilds Lives of Refugees

TheLastStraw News

Oct 23, 2019
2 min

Social Enterprise PichaEats Rebuilds Lives of Refugees

Social sustainability has often been overlooked considering how it receives the least attention in public dialogue. The concept behind...

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Oct 23, 2019
2 min

A Pathway Out of Poverty

Is education a right or a privilege? This is one of the most pertinent topics discussed. To address this topic we first need to...

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Students celebrate Malaysia Day with Environmental Education Programme by Manjung Municipal Council

TheLastStraw News

Oct 23, 2019
2 min

Students celebrate Malaysia Day with Environmental Education Programme by Manjung Municipal Council

In light of the Merdeka Month celebration, the Manjung Municipal Council (MMC) along with the Manjung District Education Office held...

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Andrew Sebastian - Turning passion into profession

TheLastStraw News

May 8, 2018
3 min

Andrew Sebastian - Turning passion into profession

Andrew Sebastian - naturalist, environmentalist, activist and avid birdwatcher. He fell in love with nature at a young age and after...

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Apr 30, 2018
5 min

Yasmin Rasyid – An Eco Warrior

Yasmin Rasyid is a recognisable name here in Malaysia. A scientist by profession, an environmentalist by passion, Yasmin is a devoted...

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Planting the seeds of the Belum Forest Friends

TheLastStraw News

Feb 12, 2018
2 min

Planting the seeds of the Belum Forest Friends

Belum Forest Friends (BFF) is officially underway! We had quite a star-studded lineup for our kickoff in Petaling Jaya. Our pioneer BFFs...

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11 leading conservation organisations get serious with a new partnership to save the planet

TheLastStraw News

Sep 14, 2016
2 min

11 leading conservation organisations get serious with a new partnership to save the planet

The white-crowned hornbill (chick shown here) is one of the 10 hornbill species native to Malaysia. It can be found in Belum-Temengor. In...

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Better

Lives

EventX Forms Strategic Alliance With HTC VIVE to Redefine Virtual Event Experience

Three UK-Malaysia partnerships receive grants worth RM166,000 for climate change projects

We asked 11 people to reflect on Earth Hour 2020 and here is what they have to say

Earth Hour 2020: Our moment to reflect on the present

5 Fun Green Activities for Kids whilst Social Distancing

PUMA and FIRST MILE turn plastics to performance

Penang bids farewell to paper-based parking coupons

Social Enterprise PichaEats Rebuilds Lives of Refugees

A Pathway Out of Poverty

Students celebrate Malaysia Day with Environmental Education Programme by Manjung Municipal Council

Andrew Sebastian - Turning passion into profession

Yasmin Rasyid – An Eco Warrior

Planting the seeds of the Belum Forest Friends

11 leading conservation organisations get serious with a new partnership to save the planet

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