The three sons of the late iconic DAP chairman Datuk Seri Karpal Singh Deo, found themselves simultaneously in the limelight as they argued their way through contentious issues. First, Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh Deo took Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to task for concluding that the individuals detained at a wellness centre…
Long Time MIC Observer Big bully Umno should bear the responsibility for the demise of Barisan Nasional coalition which has been in existence since 1957. Initially Umno together with MCA and MIC formed Alliance but was later renamed as Barisan Nasional in 1973 and held power until 2018. The recent decision of MIC to break…
Cassel Krishnan The results of the Sabah state election should serve as a loud wake-up call for our party. This is not a simple matter of “wrong candidates” or “unfavourable local dynamics”. Instead, it reflects a broader and increasingly worrying perception of DAP on the ground – one that we can no longer afford to…
DR SHARALA SUBRAMANIAM In today’s increasingly digital world, technology is transforming not only how we work and learn, but also how we connect and understand one another. Artificial Intelligence (AI), often viewed purely as a technical advancement, is emerging as a powerful tool for human connection—one that can bridge linguistic, cultural, and social divides in…
LIEW CHIN TONG On 24 November 2022, almost 25 years after he was sacked as Deputy Prime Minister and thrown into prison, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was sworn in as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister in a rather precarious situation as the nation’s 15th general election did not produce an outright winner. Three years later, especially…
BY: DR KHINE PWINT PHYU & DR GANESH RAMACHANDRAN According to the World Health Organisation, one in every ten babies takes their first breath a little earlier than expected, arriving before their time and before the world is quite ready. For many families, that early arrival marks the beginning of a journey filled with hope,…
BY: DR JOSEPH MALALUAN VELARDE The 13th Malaysia Plan proposition to make preschool mandatory at age five, primary at age six, and secondary education compulsory marks a bold step towards universal education. It signals a determination to ensure that no child is left behind as the nation continues to develop. Yet ambition without realistic aspirations…
Dr Nor Shaipah Abdul Wahab Budget 2026, themed “Belanjawan Rakyat”, introduces a comprehensive package of tax reforms and incentives aimed at strengthening the resilience and competitiveness of Malaysia’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The budget reflects the government’s commitment to inclusive growth, sustainability, and digital transformation under the MADANI framework. A key highlight is the…
Perikatan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Mahiaddin Yassin claimed yesterday that the federal opposition coalition is stronger, fully represented and ready to return to power in Putrajaya in the 16th General Election. “PN is now fully represented, and more people are joining us every day. This shows growing public support and gives us the confidence to…
SURIZA HENG ABDULLAH As a Muslim convert of 41 years, I need to speak about Ridhuan Tee and Firdaus Wong. I embraced Islam because of a profound spiritual experience. I heard the Azan – three times around midnight in my bedroom. There was no TV, no radio, no logical explanation. I lived in a predominantly…
