Author: Expatgo Staff
With rumours of the Movement Control Order being potentially extended beyond the month of March, shopping for essentials will have to be a little more strategic and controlled. If you do not have the storage space for two weeks worth of groceries, shopping for one week is also doable, and will help cut down on over-buying and depleting sources for other families. Here’s a straightforward guide on what you need to keep track of during your next scheduled trip to the supermarket! NOTE: Before you enter a grocery store, note that it is a high contact area, and you will…
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” This idiom could not ring any truer at a thrift store. Second hand clothes, off-season garments, over-produced articles, there is no end to what you could find in the many seemingly randomly organised racks in bare shop lots and open markets. Repurposing or reselling textiles has had a long history alongside the fashion industry, when nothing went to waste. Leftover scraps became a part of a whole new article, and worn fabrics were used to patch and stuff. But when the manufacturing industry became industrialised, mass-production of clothes became possible, and reduced the…
After weeks of quarantine – including widespread lockdowns that, to much of the world at the initial stage, perhaps seemed excessive – Wuhan, and the broader Hubei province have shown that the measures were effective. China has seen the daily numbers of new cases drop considerably, to a point approaching zero on some days, and yesterday, achieved what seemed impossible just a couple of weeks ago: 24 hours with no new cases of Covid-19. Now, this isn’t to say that China is in the clear. Nothing could be further from the truth. This is the time for incredible vigilance, in…
The destination is set, the air tickets and rooms are booked, and now all you have to do is sit down and pack! But what do you need aside from that pretty shirt you’ve been saving for this moment, or that fancy new passport holder you finally had a reason to buy? Here are five things you probably should double-check before going off on your jet-setting holiday or overseas business trip. Luggage We’re not judging, but some do tend to get into a frenzy of over-packing. Whether it is to show off an exciting new summer collection, or go comfy…
Find out more about gender equality through the lenses of our Nexus community in this video. Share this video to celebrate yourself and to all the men and women who are an integral part of our lives. Happy International Women’s Day. At Nexus International School Malaysia, we ensure equal opportunity to all learners regardless of their gender, ethnicity, or background. As an inclusive school, gender equality is part of the Nexus culture – The Nexus Way!
Garden International School is delighted to announce that six of their Sixth Form students have received offers from Oxbridge and Cambridge universities to study an array of subjects including Chemistry, Law and Engineering. This is a remarkable achievement – many schools will hope for 1-2 Oxbridge offers a year. To achieve 6 is truly exceptional! In addition, many of other Year 13 students have successfully received offers for a diverse range of higher education programmes including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Architecture, and Digital Media. The high quality and wide range of these offers reflects GIS’ commitment to ensuring every Sixth…
Mont’Kiara International School (M’KIS) has officially been authorized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) school. As an IB World School since 2000, M’KIS has always been committed to offering a holistic, rigorous, and globally minded education. With this latest authorization, M’KIS joins a select group of IB Continuum Schools in Malaysia authorized to deliver the continuum of IB programmes.
SJIIM had a school-wide Chinese New Year celebration in January 2020 to usher in the beginning of a new year on the traditional Chinese calendar. Staff, students, and parents came dressed in their traditional Chinese costumes and were exchanging traditional Chinese New Year greetings throughout the day. There were Chinese New Year themed assemblies, Lion Dance Performances and the customary giant Lou Sang or Prosperity Toss at the multi-purpose hall to help usher in the ‘Year of the Rat’. The school was aptly decked in red and decorated with Chinese New Year ornaments by members of their Parents Support Group…
Born to Stand Out? Get a step ahead with a GIS A Level Scholarship. Garden International School is delighted to announce that applications for their A Level Scholarships are now open, with up to 100% off tuition fees on offer! With nearly 70 years of heritage, GIS offers a holistic education, a strong focus on pastoral care and a reputation for academic excellence. In their Sixth Form, outstanding A Level teaching is supplemented by weekly subject electives, a summer internship programme, personalised higher education counselling and one of the broadest student leadership programmes in the country. Combined, these create the ‘GIS Diploma’ and ensure GIS graduates stand out from the crowd. Their…
With so much going on in just two months into the new decade, some art may be the key to helping you get a clearer view of what’s to come! SATU: Masterpiece International and local artists unite to uncover what the word ‘masterpiece’ means to them. This collection of artworks spanning from photography to painting and mixed media sculptures will hopefully inspire a whole new generation to keep up our national creative spirit. Date: 3rd – 25th March 2020Hours: 10am – 10pmLocation: Galeri Shah Alam, Laman Budaya, Persiaran Tasik 40000 Shah Alam, SelangorWebsite: Local The Gifted Art Show Featuring artworks by special-needs artists, come…