Sheridan Mahavera

Sheridan is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Thursday, 26 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

Calls to develop database to curb chemical dumping

Move cheaper than hiring thousands of employees for enforcement agencies, says group after recent case of water cuts.

Calls to develop database to curb chemical dumping

Wednesday, 25 Dec 2019 11:05 AM

If Malaya not British colony, no reason to mark Merdeka then

Historians dispute former IGP’s ‘version’ of history which claims Malay rulers invited British to develop the country.

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If Malaya not British colony, no reason to mark Merdeka then

Tuesday, 24 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

MTUC crisis, what it means for workers

Under threat from Registrar of Societies, internal strife, congress needs to prove it serves members effectively.

MTUC crisis, what it means for workers

Thursday, 19 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

Parents upset, confused over child seat policy as January 1 deadline nears

Large families complain they can’t afford multiple seats or fit too many in sedans, urging govt to make policy optional.

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Parents upset, confused over child seat policy as January 1 deadline nears

Wednesday, 18 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

Already burdened with high prices, working class folk dread 2020

Many would have the government dispense less aid and keep ceiling on petrol price.

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Already burdened with high prices, working class folk dread 2020


Tuesday, 17 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

Driving Grab, baking, eating less to afford school supplies

Parents, struggling with rising prices, say govt must do more to rein in cost and help B40 folk.

Driving Grab, baking, eating less to afford school supplies

Saturday, 14 Dec 2019 07:00 AM

Academic freedom a double-edged sword for students

While democratic space is more open in higher education institutions, university managements are also more restrictive.

Academic freedom a double-edged sword for students

Friday, 13 Dec 2019 07:15 PM

UM students rally to demand better bus services and facilities

 How can varsity cope with increasing enrolment if sorry state of amenities, they ask.

UM students rally to demand better bus services and facilities

Friday, 13 Dec 2019 12:00 PM

More classes, university spots for needy pupils

Education Ministry’s 2019 report card highlights achievements, help for B40.

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More classes, university spots for needy pupils

Friday, 13 Dec 2019 12:00 PM

Teacher workload halved, fast internet for schools under Pakatan

Educators the true drivers of reform, says Dr Maszlee Malik in ministry report card.

Teacher workload halved, fast internet for schools under Pakatan

Friday, 13 Dec 2019 12:00 PM

Promoting intellectualism, student activism in reform bid

Reviving academic freedom and universities’ autonomy close to education minister’s heart.

Promoting intellectualism, student activism in reform bid

Tuesday, 10 Dec 2019 07:08 PM

Don’t appeal Sosma detainee's bail decision, Ambiga urges Putrajaya

Pakatan must have the confidence the courts ‘will know what they are doing’, she says.

Don’t appeal Sosma detainee's bail decision, Ambiga urges Putrajaya

Tuesday, 10 Dec 2019 04:25 PM

Are Pakatan MPs opposed to IPCMC, asks Ambiga

Prominent human rights lawyer views delays on the new commission as unacceptable.

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Are Pakatan MPs opposed to IPCMC, asks Ambiga

Tuesday, 10 Dec 2019 01:30 PM

Report on death penalty alternatives next month

De facto law minister says he will study it before tabling it to cabinet.

Report on death penalty alternatives next month

Tuesday, 10 Dec 2019 01:05 PM

Punishment must fit crime, says minister on death penalty

Mules are executed but big fish get off scot-free, says Liew Vui Keong.

Punishment must fit crime, says minister on death penalty