KUCHING (Oct 26): For Erna, who prefers to be identified by her first name, being a barista is more than just a job. It s a way to connect with people even without words. The hearing-impaired barista from Muara Tebas has been part of the team at Starbucks Coffee for the past two years. This outlet [...]
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