
Timothy Tiah
Sharing insights, ideas & everyday moments.

Thousands lost jobs in Malaysia last month... but here's what they're not telling you
5,900 Malaysians lost their jobs in March. But unemployment didn’t spike. And there are still 100,000+ jobs open. So what’s really happening? This isn’t a job crisis. It’s a mismatch. The economy is moving just not everyone is moving with it.

Malaysia isn't running out of petrol, so why are some stations empty?
Some petrol stations are empty. Some are completely fine. If this was a real shortage… everything would be empty. What you’re seeing is not a fuel problem. It’s timing, logistics… and human behaviour. When everyone rushes at the same time, even a stable system breaks.

Braun Buffel was saved by a Malaysian company
Did you know this “German” wallet brand was actually saved by a Malaysian company? In 2011, Bonia Corporation Berhad stepped in with ~RM13 million. But here’s the twist: Most of it didn’t go to buying shares. It went to clearing the company’s debt. And in return? They secured the grow

Why plastic stools have a hole in them
Ever noticed the hole in the middle of plastic stools? It’s not just for rainwater. That tiny detail solves a vacuum problem when stools are stacked, prevents warping during manufacturing, improves drainage in humid climates, and even reduces production costs. One small hole. Multiple engineeri



