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In Bersatu, Umno finds a likeable home

Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s party behaving and taking on worse aspects of the oldest Malay-based party.

Wednesday, 13 Feb 2019 11:00 AM · 1 comment

In Bersatu, Umno finds a likeable home

It’s not just a matter of a degree, Bersatu

Letting off Marzuki Yahya in fake degree scandal a throwback to BN days of less transparency, accountability.

Friday, 08 Feb 2019 09:00 PM · 3 comments

It’s not just a matter of a degree, Bersatu

Is reuniting a mother with her child too much to ask for?

Kindergarten teacher Indira Gandhi has said she doesn't want to change the faith of her daughter Prasana Diksa, she just wants to see the girl she last saw as a toddler nine years ago.

Tuesday, 05 Feb 2019 08:39 PM

Is reuniting a mother with her child too much to ask for?

A Najib for all seasons

Former PM now ‘king of trolls’ as he goes on the offensive ahead of corruption trial.

Thursday, 31 Jan 2019 10:05 AM · 6 comments

Cameron Highlands too far to feel May 9 tsunami ripples

Barisan Nasional will likely keep the parliamentary seat at the polls tomorrow.

Friday, 25 Jan 2019 09:00 PM · 4 comments

Cameron Highlands too far to feel May 9 tsunami ripples



Amid the MA63 clamour, don’t forget we are one country

PM has the unenviable task of making good on Pakatan's election pledge while persuading Sabah and Sarawak not to expect to have all their demands met.

Wednesday, 23 Jan 2019 05:00 PM

Amid the MA63 clamour, don’t forget we are one country

Manufacturing outrage out of nothing at all

It's easy to make a mountain out of something even more minute than a molehill, to incite hate and provoke trouble.

Wednesday, 23 Jan 2019 01:00 PM · 1 comment

Manufacturing outrage out of nothing at all

Don’t treat Orang Asli as mere vote bank

Politicians from both side of the divide should not humiliate these communities by dangling carrots they don’t intend to honour every time an election comes along.

Saturday, 19 Jan 2019 05:06 PM

Don’t treat Orang Asli as mere vote bank

To flower again, judiciary needs clean break

The government will be wise to not extend the tenures of those who were part of the old guard if it truly wants reforms.

Saturday, 19 Jan 2019 11:00 AM

To flower again, judiciary needs clean break

Say no to a delayed Najib trial

Malaysians want to see Najib in the dock as soon as possible.

Thursday, 17 Jan 2019 05:30 PM · 6 comments

Say no to a delayed Najib trial

Why reform is crucial for Bersatu

Splinter party has a ways to go in convincing Malaysians it is substantially different from Umno.

Wednesday, 02 Jan 2019 08:23 PM · 3 comments

Why reform is crucial for Bersatu

For Malaysia, old whine in a new bottle

Those who voted for change on May 9 have the best opportunity to keep new govt accountable, and they must.

Tuesday, 01 Jan 2019 11:00 AM · 6 comments

For Malaysia, old whine in a new bottle

If Waytha Moorthy has to go, so must Maszlee

Pakatan Harapan leaders should not play the racial and religious card even if they are desperate to remain in power.

Saturday, 22 Dec 2018 12:30 PM · 9 comments

If Waytha Moorthy has to go, so must Maszlee

Pakatan needs to heed warning signs

Though it's easy to pooh-pooh Rafizi Ramli's statements, there is a risk of dismissing a valuable message.

Thursday, 20 Dec 2018 04:00 PM · 4 comments

Pakatan needs to heed warning signs

Political reality is integrity, not just more support

Pakatan Harapan should stop obsessing with getting greater numbers and concentrate on doing what it can with the support it has now.

Monday, 17 Dec 2018 07:00 AM · 8 comments

Political reality is integrity, not just more support


Patriots? More like bottom feeders 

Umno deserters are just looking out for themselves. 

Saturday, 15 Dec 2018 04:00 PM · 7 comments

Patriots? More like bottom feeders 

The implications and meaning of the Umno exodus

The former ruling party has been steadily bleeding since its GE14 loss.

Saturday, 15 Dec 2018 03:00 PM

The implications and meaning of the Umno exodus

What now, Zahid?

Is the Umno No. 1 still in control, or will he, like his former boss Najib Razak, be forced to step down?

Friday, 14 Dec 2018 05:30 PM · 6 comments

What now, Zahid?

Bad idea to give Umno politicos a Bersatu opening

Dr Mahathir treads thin line between bolstering up his party and losing the support of the people. 

Thursday, 13 Dec 2018 04:49 PM · 6 comments

Bad idea to give Umno politicos a Bersatu opening

Are we returning to the bad old ways? 

Why are Pakatan Harapan leaders cosying up to rogues and businessmen from the BN era? 

Tuesday, 11 Dec 2018 09:00 AM · 7 comments

Are we returning to the bad old ways? 

A rally for political survival 

It is uncertain what else it has achieved, but the supporters' use of the Guy Fawkes mask must have had the man rolling over in his grave.

Sunday, 09 Dec 2018 07:07 AM · 2 comments

A rally for political survival 

Anti-ICERD rally is Umno's opportunity for relevance

It is the only way for the former ruling party to gain mroe support right now.

Saturday, 08 Dec 2018 07:00 AM · 5 comments

Anti-ICERD rally is Umno's opportunity for relevance

Be wary of agreeable political foes

Pakatan must think twice about accepting the help of PAS and Umno MPs in Parliament.

Wednesday, 05 Dec 2018 05:00 PM

Be wary of agreeable political foes

How is calling others ‘pig’ of any use to Malays?

Ibrahim Ali and his ilk should be more concerned with corruption committed by those of the same faith than play the race game.

Wednesday, 05 Dec 2018 11:25 AM · 3 comments

How is calling others ‘pig’ of any use to Malays?

A pass for better transport and sustainability  

More attractive public transport will make cities more liveable.

Sunday, 02 Dec 2018 12:36 PM · 1 comment

A pass for better transport and sustainability