The trick to make tourism flourish for all segments of the travel trade market is to make arrivals consistent and sustainable instead of just seasonal like what had transpired in the past, says a veteran travel trade practitioner Ahmad Pishol Isahak. With a temperate weather except for the occasional heavy rains and droughts, Pishol said…
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 Paul Anthony Maria Das The United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump’s sweeping decision to impose a 24% blanket tariff on Malaysian imports is more than just a protectionist measure. It is a direct challenge on Malaysia’s export-driven economy and a stark reminder of the fragility of international trade relations in the 21st century. The…
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…
President Donald Trump is using a new installation of portraits at the White House to mock his Democratic predecessor, in a break from the decorum typically shown to past presidents no matter their political party. A “Presidential Walk of Fame” unveiled outside the Oval Office on Wednesday features gold-framed portraits of past presidents, except for…
BY: DR CHEE SEOK CHIONG, DR NEOH SIEW HONG, DR LIM YIN SEAR Every parent dreams of seeing their child grow up healthy, strong, and thriving. The first 1,000 days of life, from conception to a child’s second birthday, lay the foundation for growth and development. However, supporting children’s health must go beyond this critical window….
Saudi Arabia and nuclear-armed Pakistan signed a formal mutual defense pact on Wednesday, in a move that significantly strengthens a decades-long security partnership amid heightened regional tensions. The enhanced defense ties come as Gulf Arab states grow increasingly wary about the reliability of the United States as their longstanding security guarantor. Israel’s attack on Qatar…
The Israeli military said it was opening an additional route for 48 hours that Palestinians could use to leave Gaza City as it stepped up efforts on Wednesday to empty the city of civilians and confront thousands of Hamas combatants. Hundreds of thousands of people are sheltering in the city and many are reluctant to…
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been called upon to request a stay of execution for Pannir Selvam Pranthaman who has been on death row in Singapore since May 2017. The call was made by 12 backbencher MPs from PKR in light of new police reports about two senior members of a drug…
A Malaysian based in Melbourne, Australia hopes to revitalise the street food scene in his home state of Penang by commercialising his invention of incorporating aircraft kitchen designs into green “cruising kitchens” on wheels, which can be stationary or mobile Originally from Sungai Bakap in Nibong Tebal, Penang, S.M. Ronn Nantha has travelled the world…
