SYERLEENA ABD RASHID Each act of violence in a school should shake us to the core. These are not simply “incidents.” They are mirrors held up to our collective failure — as parents, educators, policymakers, and as a society that has slowly forgotten how to listen. Calls for a nationwide school safety audit are both…
KASTHURI PATTO Tomorrow marks the World Day Against the Death Penalty with the theme “The Death Penalty Protects No One” and this year particularly it is very difficult to pen down my thoughts when my heart is full of sadness at the executions of 4 Malaysians this year in Singapore, the latest being Pannir Selvam…
The recent assault by Israeli forces on the Sumud Flotilla, a civilian humanitarian convoy sailing through international waters to deliver food, medicine, and clean water to the besieged people of Gaza, marks yet another act of state terror by the Netanyahu regime. The volunteers aboard the flotilla represented no military, no threat, and no provocation…
V GANABATIRAU Every year, Deepavali is celebrated with much anticipation and joy by millions of Malaysians. It is a time for families to reunite, for children to celebrate with their loved ones, and for communities to uphold traditions that have been passed down through generations. Yet, despite the significance of this festival, many of our…
Ahmad Syakir Norazli Greta Thunberg dah selamat sampai Greece. Tadi baru berlangsung sidang media pertama setelah meraka sampai. Sambil buat kerja, saya ikuti apa budak Greta ini nak sampaikan sebaik sahaja keluar penjara dan penderaan dari askar negara Israel. Saya jangka dia akan ceritakanlah detik dan kekejaman yang askar laknat buat pada dia memandangkan sukarelawan…
YUSMADI YUSOFF When Malaysia assumed the chairmanship of ASEAN, few anticipated that one of our first major debates would centre on whether to invite former U.S. President Donald Trump to the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. Some see the invitation as a betrayal of principle; others view it as a diplomatic necessity.But beyond politics, this…
Xavier Tan The Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign was launched with much fanfare over a week ago at Melaka – one of the states which has enjoyed a resurgence in tourism. It was so crammed in tiny streets of the state that some key tourism officials could not attend the event because there was simply…
BY: HOWARD LEE CHUAN HOW As a Member of Parliament, an Executive Board Member of Invest Perak, and someone with over two decades of experience in the food, beverage, and hospitality industry, I feel compelled to speak up amidst the recent controversy surrounding the Global Travel Meet gala dinner. The allegation that alcoholic drinks were…
Malaysia’s Budget 2026 is not just another fiscal blueprint, it is a statement of intent at a time when the nation faces economic strain, political uncertainty, and rising public expectations. As the first budget under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), it must walk a tightrope, providing relief to households, proving the government’s commitment to reform,…
Dr PT THOMAS In an age where rising healthcare costs are a pressing concern, generic medicines represent one of the most powerful tools we have for ensuring affordable access to treatment. Yet, despite their proven effectiveness, questions and doubts still surround them. What Are Generic Medicines? Generic medicines are not second-rate versions of original or…
