Aida Ahmad

Kuala Lumpur

Chief Reporter at The Star (Malaysia)

Journalist, Chief Reporter at *TheStar @staronline *Daniel Pearl & Alfred Friendly Press 2012 Fellow, *Licensed mental health counsellor,artist

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Preserving heritage in a digital age

3 weeks ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

AS DIGITAL technology transforms daily life, Malaysia’s museums face the challenge of remaining relevant. This issue was central to the Malaysia International Museum Day 2025 seminar in Kuala Lumpur, themed “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities.”Held in Kuala Lumpur, the event brought together regional cultural custodians, academics and community voices to reimagine the role of museums.
Virtual tours offer access to statesmen memorial in KL

3 weeks ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

TUCKED away on a hill in Kuala Lumpur along Jalan Dato Onn is Memorial Negarawan. The building was previously the office of the prime minister, which is now in Perdana Putra, Putrajaya. Today, it is a solemn homage to seven visionary statesmen whose dedication shaped modern Malaysia. They include Tun VT Sambanthan and Tun Tan Cheng Lock, who – together with Tunku Abdul Rahman – are regarded as the founding fathers of Malaysia.
Nine-year effort pays off

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

Taman Sri Hartamas folk elated over finally getting strata titlesAFTER almost a decade of perseverance, residents of Taman Sri Hartamas townhouses are finally celebrating a milestone – the long-awaited issuance of strata titles for their homes. At an event to mark the ocassion, Sri Hartamas Residents Association (SHRA) president Annas Tan Poh Tiang said 204 townhouse units received their strata titles, bringing “a sense of security and pride to the community”.
Bridging gaps between generations

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

Understanding and inclusion go a long way in bridging generations, as what Sunway’s “human library” pilot project hopes to accomplish. The project brings together people from diverse backgrounds who act as “books” that others can “borrow” to learn their knwoledge and experiences. Project participants – Sunway Sanctuary residents and volunteers from Sunway University’s Jeffrey Sachs Centre (JSC) on Sustainable Development gathered recently for an enriching experience.
Law to streamline, regulate museums to be tabled by year-end, says minister

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Unity Ministry will table a specific Act by the end of this year to regulate the setting up of museums nationwide. Its Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said the Act will provide a clear legal framework for museums and to ensure these are managed effectively and sustainably. "The Act will hopefully be tabled in November or December at Dewan Rakyat.
Edible works of art on a plate

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

WAGYU beef and foie gras in a sandwich is as decadent as it gets. As we took our seats at the marble countertop teppanyaki bar in Iketeru, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, a heady mix of anticipation and appetite hung in the air – all of it building towards that first bite of the Japanese sando. We knew what was coming wasn’t just food – it was theatre, indulgence and craftsmanship layered between slices of charcoal bread.
Teluk Pulai folk say retention pond ineffective

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

A RECENTLY constructed flood retention pond at Taman Teluk Pulai, in Klang, Selangor is causing frustration among residents who say it has failed to serve its intended purpose. The pond located at Lorong Serampang 1 has not providng much-needed flood mitigation, they say. Earlier this year, StarMetro spotted a notice board by Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) announcing work to establish a retention pond on a piece of vacant land in the neighbourhood.
Teaching beyond the textbook

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

Retired educator uses Star-NiE programme in Putrajaya workshop for 64 schoolchildrenA RETIRED teacher’s belief in the power of newspapers as a learning tool has led her to leverage The Star’s Newspaper-in-Education (Star-NiE) programme to offer interactive learning experiences. Chang Siew Juen led her first session as a language trainer for a Star-NiE student workshop in Putrajaya on Wednesday. The workshop was part of the Federal Territories of Putrajaya Education Department’s Reading Campaign.
PJ workshop shares insights into menopause

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

Experts help women better understand midlife hormonal changesIN a world where midlife often arrives quietly – yet carries seismic shifts within – a workshop on menopause, relationships and emotional resilience created a space for women to learn and share. Held at a bistro in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, the event drew over 20 female attendees who gained insights to better navigate their health and well-being.
Enduring legacy of nombu kanji

Mar 21, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Aida Ahmad

IF I were to choose the last meal of my life, there are quite a number of favourites on my list, especially those comprising my mother’s heirloom recipes. It is near impossible to choose just one, but if I had to pick a few, one of those dishes would be nombu kanji – her version of the popular bubur lambuk. A savoury rice porridge often consumed for sahur and breaking fast during Ramadan, the history of nombu kanji’s wholesome presence dates back to South India.