Deepavali or also known as Diwali, a day of celebration for our fellow Hindus to spread joy and good vibes all around. On 28th October, …
2022
Beer & Skittles: Travelling on a Budget *for students*
The past few years of the pandemic have deprived us of the opportunity to travel. We resorted to virtual tours, YouTube videos and movies to …
The Rain, the Sea, and Everything in Between
The sky was growing dark, cloaked with a garment of night and thunder. The dark clouds knitted together so the sun’s weak golden threads couldn’t …
Echo Buzz: Iran Protest – The Death of Mahsa Amini
Introduction What is “Hijab”? The Arabic word “Hijab,” which translates to “cover,” is a term frequently used to refer to the Islamic practice of modesty. …
Inbetweens
Disclaimer: The following article discusses topics of a sensitive nature which may be disturbing and/or controversial to some readers. Hence, reader discretion is advised. The …
Echo Buzz: A Guide to GE15 for First-Time Voters
A global pandemic. A declining ringgit. A surge in inflation. An increase in unemployment. A rise in the cost of living. These are just a …
Echo Halloween Special
On 31 October, many countries around the world celebrate Halloween, which is less commonly known as Allhalloween, All Hallows’ Eve, or All Saints’ Eve. Popular …
In My Memories; Always and Forever
I guess this is a Part II to an essay I wrote a few months back; To All the Friends I’ve Loved Before (call it …
Echoes of the Universe
Chapter 0: Let There Be Light In the beginning, there was nothing. Not even darkness – a phenomenon defined by the absence of light. Since …
Beer & Skittles: The Wave of Nostalgia in Pop Culture
Nostalgia While some look forward to what the future has in store for them, others fear the unknown and hold on to the past. They …