Echo-pella: Songs to Take the Plunge of Courage To
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Echo-pella: Songs to Take the Plunge of Courage To

We all understand the immense fear of doing something that requires us to give our all and even a piece of our soul. We have all been through that particular situation. Whether it is something as common as walking into the hall to sit for the biggest exam of your life or looking down the stretch of the swimming pool as you climb up the diving board in a tournament, the beating of your heart drowns out all the sounds around you and all you are left with is your courage deep inside. And maybe even Shia LaBeouf screaming “Just do it!” in your head.

World Press Freedom Day
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World Press Freedom Day

Journalism Under Digital Siege

World Press Freedom Day 2022 hosted by UNESCO

Are there limits to what can be uttered and what can not be uttered in a newspaper? To what extent are journalists allowed to write the truth and nothing but the truth? What does press even mean to the people? As the voices of students, Echo celebrates this year’s World Press Freedom Day which falls on the 3rd of May 2022. World Press Freedom Day was announced by the UN General Assembly back in 1993. This was first raised in the UN General Assembly in 1991, after African journalists created the landmark Windhoek Declaration on media pluralism and independence.

Cuppa Coffee
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Cuppa Coffee

Cuppa Coffee with Prof. Elizabeth Lee Poster

Some may think that meeting the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of an organisation is an instance out of the question. However, on 22 April 2022, students of Sunway University and Sunway College’s student leadership bodies had the opportunity to meet the esteemed Professor Elizabeth Lee, CEO of Sunway Education Group, in person as she welcomed students for an afternoon dialogue and “Cuppa Coffee” in JC 3 Hall, University Building while ensuring to maintain SOPs. Likewise, audiences could tune in to the event’s live stream on Microsoft Teams from 3:30 PM – 5 PM. Besides Prof. Elizabeth, other outstanding persons attended the event, including Prof. Matthew Sansom, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) at Sunway University, Prof. Abhi Veerakumarasivam, Provost at Sunway University, and Prof. Mahendhiran Sanggaran Nair, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Engagement and Impact) at Sunway University.

Infection
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Infection

On the midnight of June 24th 2004 a biological research lab near the town of Yukagir, in the Far North of Russia, violently exploded. The lab, belonging to the research company BioIntel, had previously been under suspicion of conducting unethical “tests” on humans. Their goals have since been exposed. While previously branding themselves as simply an organization interested in the study of the human ability, we can now say for certain that the labs’ true purpose was to produce “superhumans”. Each year, men, women and children were captured and subsequently held captive, forced to consume dangerous chemicals in order to induce the creation of superhuman abilities. Products of this research can be seen in recently seized bioweapons: Humans made to kill.

Beer & Skittles: Batman Movie 2022
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Beer & Skittles: Batman Movie 2022

The Batman, which was part of the larger DC Extended Universe and was released on March 4, 2022, is believed to be one of the more fan-serviced movies, with many hailing it as ‘The Batman We’ve Always Wanted.’ Although the Batman character has been in films played by various actors for decades, the first comments to this cinematic outlet have been mainly positive, fulfillling viewers’ thirst for the real deal. Bruce Wayne, featuring Robert Pattinson as the Dark Knight, already garnered much attention due to the actor’s notoriety. And the actor himself became such a vital part of the process of experiencing the actual Batman’s original feel without reinventing the character as is customary.

Onzz Malaysian Urban Brands: Handbag Mania
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Onzz Malaysian Urban Brands: Handbag Mania

Handbags instantly elevate any outfit. Pair a striking parakeet green bag to an all-black outfit, and it instantly spruces up the entire look. Or opt for a nude, effortlessly chic bag that goes with every look.

In the handbag edition of our ONzz Malaysian Urban Brands Online series, we bring you six exciting local brands to check out for your next handbag. 

Riddle Me This
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Riddle Me This

The Riddler from Batman might have brought them back into the limelight, but riddles have been around since the earliest of civilisations. From the Bible to Alice in Wonderland, these clever sentences, phrases, and questions have left millions stumped and speechless. In general, riddles can be categorised into enigmas, problems that are expressed in metaphorical or allegorical language that require careful thinking to unearth their hidden meaning, and conundrums, questions that incorporate puns or jokes for the purpose of humour.

Echo Eats: Ooooh It’s Meat but Vegan?
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Echo Eats: Ooooh It’s Meat but Vegan?

It is apparent that most vegans or vegetarians choose to revise their diet for the sake of the environment and their love for animals, not because they despise the taste of meat. Some might even miss it, but there’s no reason to when vegan substitutes expertly replicate every texture. Textured soy protein, which is frequently used as the main ingredient for meat substitutes in vegan dishes, has even fooled regular meat-eaters. Hence, what else is there to say?