Monday, 31 August 2026 Kuching
M Malayan Daily

In-depth reporting on Malaysia and the region.

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South Korea's Great Escalator Divide: A Nation Split on How to Ride

A South Korean government survey reveals the nation nearly perfectly split over escalator etiquette: 50.1% favour standing on one side to let others pass, while 49.9% prefer both lines occupied. The decades-old debate centres on efficiency, safety, and equipment maintenance.

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