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TRADITION AMID TURMOILPostgraduate student Samin Alami has lived in Malaysia since she was nine. This year, the 26-year-old, who studies English literature at the University of Malaya, took the lead in preparing the traditional Haft-seen table — a centrepiece of Nowruz featuring seven symbolic items beginning with the Persian letter “S”.She explained that each item carries meaning, from apples representing health and garlic symbolising spirituality, to coins for prosperity and vinegar reflecting patience and wisdom. Together, they represent hope and renewal for the year ahead.The display also includes tulips, sweets, candles and the Quran — all integral to the 14-day…

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