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El Salvador declares state of emergency over coronavirus
Country has yet to record a confirmed case of the Covid-19.
Sunday, 15 Mar 2020 06:40 PM
We’re watching, environment minister
Though quick to show he is ready to learn, Tuan Ibrahim's defence of logging in Kelantan raises eyebrows
Saturday, 14 Mar 2020 11:00 AM · 2 comments
All hands on deck for Covid-19
Social distancing, stop touching the face among steps Malaysians can take to stop spread of virus.
Friday, 13 Mar 2020 01:00 PM
For whom does this cabinet deliver?
PM forced to appease scratch coalition, making for bloated number of ministers, deputies.
Tuesday, 10 Mar 2020 11:20 AM · 11 comments
When ‘Malay demands’ come knocking on Perikatan Nasional door
Muafakat nasional pact’s survival depends on painting themselves as staunch protectors of race, culture, Islam and royalty.
Monday, 09 Mar 2020 11:00 AM · 5 comments
What lies ahead for media in post-Pakatan Malaysia?
Perikatan Nasional partners are not known as press freedom advocates.
Saturday, 07 Mar 2020 11:19 AM
A week-long search for integrity
Malaysians who voted for reform are disappointed with the outcome of last week’s political crisis.
Wednesday, 04 Mar 2020 10:45 AM · 3 comments
Malaysia, Pakatan damaged by recalcitrant MPs
Leaders are openly consorting with political foes from BN – some who are on trial for multiple corruption charges.
Monday, 24 Feb 2020 09:33 AM · 7 comments
Hello, is anyone thinking about the country?
Have the people been betrayed by the leader they voted in to end corruption and power abuse?
Monday, 24 Feb 2020 07:10 AM · 5 comments
Focus on economy, not power
The Pakatan Harapan government needs to do more to get the economy up to speed.
Sunday, 23 Feb 2020 01:55 PM · 2 comments
Slander at nation’s peril
Liars and slanderers must not be allowed to freely spread their malice on the internet.
Friday, 21 Feb 2020 11:00 AM · 3 comments
When accidents befall the builders
Health and safety of workers must take priority.
Tuesday, 18 Feb 2020 11:00 AM
The folly of silencing artistic expression
The fiasco is reminiscent of Barisan Nasional's method of shutting down artistes who were critical of the then government.
Saturday, 15 Feb 2020 11:00 AM
Tasik Chini an impending disaster
Unesco site teeming with wildlife faces extinction if pollution continues unabated.
Wednesday, 12 Feb 2020 05:49 PM
Why resistance to fake news laws the way forward
Govt to be lauded for allowing media freedom and free speech even as rumours spread in tandem with Wuhan virus
Friday, 07 Feb 2020 11:00 AM
There are Reds under the bed
Instead of being haunted by a ghost of bygone era, we should focus on more urgent matters.
Sunday, 02 Feb 2020 01:00 PM
Why Sg Buloh hospital needs urgent treatment
Since health has a higher budget allocation, the ministry should immediately address the hospital’s problems.
Thursday, 23 Jan 2020 11:00 AM · 2 comments
Freeing the fourth estate, finally
After 45 years of foot-dragging, a pro tem committee has been formed to set up a council to enable the media to regulate itself.
Thursday, 16 Jan 2020 07:00 PM · 1 comment
No more sex as tool in political spats
Lack of charges in recent sordid scandals proves AGC no longer weapon to settle scores.
Tuesday, 14 Jan 2020 06:15 PM · 3 comments
When UniMAP response to exam question begs more questions
It suggests an element of ignorance on the part of the exam setters regarding our social context.
Tuesday, 07 Jan 2020 07:00 AM · 4 comments
New car fleet clashes with austerity drive
Government's plan to order thousands of new vehicles for its officials does not square with pledge to do better by the people.
Thursday, 02 Jan 2020 06:34 PM · 2 comments
Losing Malaysia in 2020
Freedoms expanded under Pakatan Harapan need to be nourished if nation is to thrive.
Tuesday, 31 Dec 2019 11:00 AM · 2 comments
Why civilised assembly is vital in democracy
Law should fall on those who threatened violence against contrarian views.
Monday, 30 Dec 2019 11:00 AM · 1 comment