{
  "id": 12735032,
  "title": "Click, clack, connect: ‘Jom Mahjong’ brings people together",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/click-clack-connect-jom-mahjong-brings-people-together",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/10/08/click-clack-connect-jom-mahjong-brings-people-together"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A hospital in Kuala Lumpur recently echoed with the familiar sound of mahjong tiles as Malaysians of all ages gathered to play the traditional game. Organized by Pantai Hospital and Gray Matter Solutions alongside Jom Mahjong, a social mahjong club, the event aimed to destress, socialize, and bring people together, particularly in light of World Alzheimer's Month. Jom Mahjong founder and president Zed Lee explained that the game is simple and straightforward to learn, often bringing back fond memories from childhood. The club, established in April, has grown from just a few participants to now hosting regular gatherings with around 48 players per session. Lee emphasized that the game can boost mental and social skills, improve memory, and foster a sense of community. Despite its Chinese origins, players of all races and backgrounds join the club, playing Hong Kong mahjong, one of the most popular variants. Lee hopes participants will appreciate the game's strategy, connection to tradition, and the opportunity to make new friends.",
  "summary": "The social club devoted to this traditional tile game aims to bring Malaysians of all ages together, one pong at a time.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Click, clack, connect: ‘Jom Mahjong’ brings people together",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/click-clack-connect-jom-mahjong-brings-people-together-12736126",
        "published": "2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}