Sheridan Mahavera

Sheridan is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Monday, 19 Aug 2019 04:06 PM

Khairy raps Umno Youth for vulgarising Kluang MP’s name

Former wing chief urges party colleagues to be rational, mature when criticising Pakatan politicians.

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Khairy raps Umno Youth for vulgarising Kluang MP’s name

Saturday, 17 Aug 2019 11:00 AM

Johor to embark on landmark public transport project in Sept

Project developer to launch early phase of 51km Iskandar Malaysia bus rapid transit system aimed at reducing congestion, boosting commerce.

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Johor to embark on landmark public transport project in Sept

Friday, 16 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

States obstacle to fighting water pollution

Plan to create federal agency to oversee rivers likely to hit brick wall as states reluctant to cede power.

States obstacle to fighting water pollution

Thursday, 15 Aug 2019 08:30 PM

Soft skills still important in IR 4.0 era, say top firms

Tech not replacing need for human involvement, but broadening their roles, they tell students.

Soft skills still important in IR 4.0 era, say top firms

Thursday, 15 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Chemicals turning fish ‘gay’ new threat to water safety  

 Endocrine disrupters present in local drinking water and food supply, says expert.

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Chemicals turning fish ‘gay’ new threat to water safety  


Wednesday, 14 Aug 2019 01:50 PM

Call to set up federal agency to solve water pollution crises

17 agencies at cross-purposes overseeing all aspects of river management.

Call to set up federal agency to solve water pollution crises

Wednesday, 14 Aug 2019 11:57 AM

Pakatan to decide on controversial govt policies my idea, says Klang MP

Charles Santiago leaves it to component parties to weigh in on his proposal.

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Pakatan to decide on controversial govt policies my idea, says Klang MP

Wednesday, 14 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Khat exposes trust deficit towards DAP, Pakatan 

Chinese voters feel betrayed over failure to increase matriculation seats, recognition of UEC and now teaching of Arabic calligraphy to vernacular pupils.

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Khat exposes trust deficit towards DAP, Pakatan 

Saturday, 10 Aug 2019 09:50 AM

Zakir praises Dr Mahathir for thumbing nose at West

Indian-born preacher accuses US, UK of sparking wars and conflict in the Middle East. 

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Zakir praises Dr Mahathir for thumbing nose at West

Saturday, 10 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Non-Muslims’ take on PAS’ spotty record in Kelantan

Islamist party is one step closer to Putrajaya following tie up with Umno and many non-Muslims fear what it would do once in federal power.

Non-Muslims’ take on PAS’ spotty record in Kelantan

Friday, 09 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

As critics urge Zakir Naik to leave, Kelantan folk want him to stay

The audience at the controversial Muslim preacher's talk fail to see what all the fuss is about.

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As critics urge Zakir Naik to leave, Kelantan folk want him to stay

Thursday, 08 Aug 2019 05:47 PM

Even non-Muslims love me, says Zakir Naik

Controversial preacher, who is in Kelantan at the invitation of PAS leaders, vows to continue missionary work.

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Even non-Muslims love me, says Zakir Naik

Thursday, 08 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Zakir ‘thanks’ Modi after 3 failed attempts to extradite him

Interpol refuses to issue red notice against Indian-born preacher accused of terrorism, hate-mongering and money-laundering.

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Zakir ‘thanks’ Modi after 3 failed attempts to extradite him

Tuesday, 06 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

The 6 pages of Jawi that could sink Pakatan in GE15

Move to teach khat infuriates non-Muslims but coalition can’t afford to U-turn on policy which will alienate Malays – another group of voters it needs to attract at next elections.

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The 6 pages of Jawi that could sink Pakatan in GE15

Monday, 05 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Why khat, Jawi touching a raw nerve

Defenders say teaching Islamic calligraphy nothing more than exposing children to a beautiful art form while critics see nefarious agenda behind the move.

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Why khat, Jawi touching a raw nerve