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Dr Mahathir’s ‘Indian problem’

Loyalty to the country is more than just about language and culture.

Wednesday, 17 Jan 2024 07:00 AM · 2 comments

Dr Mahathir’s ‘Indian problem’

Ignoring history means Malaysia risks losing its soul

It is time we expose the young to a more inclusive narrative about the country’s past.

Tuesday, 16 Jan 2024 07:00 AM

Ignoring history means Malaysia risks losing its soul

Why would prostitution be ‘halal’ for foreigners?

An actor’s suggestion pushes us to question our beliefs about them.

Friday, 12 Jan 2024 07:00 AM

Why would prostitution be ‘halal’ for foreigners?

The Dubai movers

Would our politicians have had time to fly all the way to another country to plan a coup?

Sunday, 07 Jan 2024 07:00 AM · 2 comments

The Dubai movers

Looking back at 2023

New year offers hope for some, continuing misery and nightmare for others.

Wednesday, 03 Jan 2024 07:00 AM

Looking back at 2023



Educating kids of misfortune

Children deserve chance to reach their full potential.

Saturday, 30 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

Educating kids of misfortune

Amanah to serve diverse Malaysians

Party takes vital step towards forging moderate, just, progressive, harmonious Malaysia.

Tuesday, 26 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

Amanah to serve diverse Malaysians

All too easy to apologise after offending Indians

When will the community be treated with more consideration? 

Monday, 25 Dec 2023 07:00 AM · 4 comments

All too easy to apologise after offending Indians

A security guard raises the bar

R. Yogeswary sets an example for all.

Friday, 22 Dec 2023 07:00 AM · 1 comment

A security guard raises the bar

Dangerous icing on the cake

When it comes to not offending racial, religious sensitivities in Malaysia, superficial appearances matter.  

Tuesday, 19 Dec 2023 07:00 AM · 1 comment

Dangerous icing on the cake

Cabinet reshuffle raises racial concerns

Chosen must be answerable to all Malaysians, regardless of ethnicity, religion.

Friday, 15 Dec 2023 07:00 AM · 1 comment

Cabinet reshuffle raises racial concerns

Too many parties fighting over small Indian pie

Community remains marginalised despite pledges to improve its socio-economic status.

Tuesday, 12 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

Too many parties fighting over small Indian pie

When attire falls short of official expectations

Having to ‘dress properly’ before seeking assistance from authorities during emergencies is shocking.  

Monday, 11 Dec 2023 07:00 AM · 1 comment

When attire falls short of official expectations

What makes a party ‘truly Malay’?

Malaysia’s multiethnic, multireligious, multicultural make-up cannot be denied.

Friday, 08 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

What makes a party ‘truly Malay’?

Perikatan’s Kemaman win raises crucial questions

Is PAS’ Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar able to lead his party to Putrajaya?

Monday, 04 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

Perikatan’s Kemaman win raises crucial questions


‘Sexy’ dance in Buddhist temple rattles Kelantan politicians

Siamese community caught in crossfire between PKR and PAS.

Friday, 01 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

‘Sexy’ dance in Buddhist temple rattles Kelantan politicians

What reforms in Malaysia look like

Government must be open to discuss certain issues, ideas in the public domain.

Tuesday, 28 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

What reforms in Malaysia look like

Untying the knotty problem of single women

Their needs can be met by polygamous marriage, says a PAS leader.  

Saturday, 25 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Untying the knotty problem of single women

A graduate calls out the unclothed emperor

Malaysian govt can’t keep ignoring appeals for meritocracy, better minority rights.  

Thursday, 23 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

A graduate calls out the unclothed emperor

Moral fibre in a troubled world

Education plays vital role in instilling humanitarian values in young people.

Monday, 20 Nov 2023 06:56 AM

Moral fibre in a troubled world

Lessons from Gaza

Human rights violations and hypocrisy rule the day.

Thursday, 16 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Lessons from Gaza

Relative reality in Malaysian politics

Some politicians are better connected than others, according to Siti Mastura.

Tuesday, 14 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Relative reality in Malaysian politics

Politicians playing new game of leapfrog

Bersatu MPs support Anwar without violating anti-party hopping law.

Saturday, 11 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Politicians playing new game of leapfrog

When lawmakers play hooky

Naming the absentees publicly may be the answer.

Friday, 10 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

When lawmakers play hooky

Seeking errant Orang Asli groups

Unethical parties must be named so that others do not fall under suspicion.

Wednesday, 08 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Seeking errant Orang Asli groups