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Ugly Malaysians who mock the disabled
Group deserves collective compassion and support.
Monday, 13 Dec 2021 04:07 PM
No cause to celebrate Human Rights Day
Date serves as grim reminder that the needs, entitlements of the minorities have been ignored in Malaysia.
Saturday, 11 Dec 2021 10:52 AM
Hannah Yeoh’s headscarf turns political heads
Lawmaker’s move a crucial step towards building bridges in a diverse society such as Malaysia.
Wednesday, 08 Dec 2021 10:39 AM
Why Dewan Rakyat must weigh in on food inflation
It is appalling the hot-button issue has been relegated to debate in Special Chamber.
Saturday, 04 Dec 2021 11:00 AM
When question of language on school signboards is skipped
Chinese characters’ inclusion on board will reflect multi-ethnic society.
Monday, 29 Nov 2021 06:40 PM
A costly concern of the people
The government needs to try harder to safeguard the welfare of ordinary Malaysians.
Friday, 26 Nov 2021 03:29 PM
When our moral compass goes wonky
‘Moral guardian’ swift to ban gambling, liquor sales but unbothered by Najib’s RM100 million home request approval.
Sunday, 21 Nov 2021 11:00 AM · 3 comments
Why curiosity is part of journalism
Media personnel have a duty to pose questions of public interest to country’s leaders.
Tuesday, 16 Nov 2021 03:33 PM
Timah decision a toast to common sense
Cabinet should have better things to do than become mired in senseless controversy.
Sunday, 14 Nov 2021 11:01 AM
When ruling politicians arrive in new cars
Govt’s Toyota Vellfire purchases amid people’s pandemic-induced suffering too vulgar.
Thursday, 11 Nov 2021 11:25 AM · 2 comments
A political sandstorm looms in Malacca
Malay parties must engage in friendly fire, while Pakatan’s acceptance of defecting reps leaves some quarters fuming.
Monday, 08 Nov 2021 11:00 AM
Wanted – scrotal gumption in Malacca
Shenanigans and performance amid Covid epidemic shows Malaysia needs a better set of politicians.
Saturday, 06 Nov 2021 08:35 PM
Why lawmakers shouldn’t be petty
Some MPs’ bizarre obsession over Timah whisky eclipses important issues, including financial mismanagement.
Thursday, 04 Nov 2021 02:45 PM
Will Malacca elections be a level playing field?
All contending parties should be allocated fair and equal airtime on TV and radio for campaigning in light of the physical restrictions imposed.
Tuesday, 02 Nov 2021 02:34 PM
Here’s to the end of Timah… and confusion?
Relabelling of whisky should satisfy Tangga Batu MP, who fears name implies imbiber is 'drinking a Malay woman'.
Friday, 29 Oct 2021 11:19 AM · 1 comment
Pandelela dives into sexual harassment controversy
Not unusual for victims to make revelations at a later date, as they often endure protracted period of trauma, shame and insecurity.
Wednesday, 27 Oct 2021 11:14 AM · 1 comment
The ‘joke’ that falls flat on women’s dignity
Cheap jests about rape could give a misplaced idea to some men that women are sexual objects to be exploited.
Monday, 25 Oct 2021 03:58 PM
Tipsy over Timah?
Malaysians become embroiled in intoxicated flap over a name.
Friday, 22 Oct 2021 11:01 AM · 2 comments
When perks are not everything to the opposition leader
Anwar Ibrahim is to be commended for pledging monetary remuneration to the poor.
Tuesday, 19 Oct 2021 11:49 AM
Down the beaten path to national unity
Plans to foster harmonious ties should be crafted based on lessons learnt from the past.
Sunday, 17 Oct 2021 11:00 AM
Don’t snip dramas of Datuks with mistresses, bribes
Denying certain elements of social reality on television would not make the unpleasant truth go away.
Wednesday, 13 Oct 2021 11:00 AM
Is Umno operating in a crowded arena?
Many Malay-based parties have the same mantra of ‘Malay race, religion and country’.
Monday, 11 Oct 2021 08:07 PM
Is it Shahidan’s job to plug potholes?
His call implies officers from City Hall not doing their work satisfactorily.
Friday, 08 Oct 2021 02:25 PM