The truth about 'fake news'
With only half a dozen media conglomerates controlling media in the US and rest of the world, we should be wary of ‘dubious stories’.
A taxing case before the court
The RM199mil tax penalty on a Malaysian is set to have implications for other businessmen and even pensioners living in Australia.
The principle of Parliamentary privilege
The rule of law should reign supreme in the administration of Parliament where our laws are made.
Sorrow, anger and anxiety
Thailand mourns the death of its beloved king, amidst uncertainty over its political and social stability.
Disturbing holes in MH17 report
Many questions still remain unanswered in the Joint Investigation Team’s findings into the ill-fated flight.
Return of the gerrymander
Disproportionate constituency sizes and race-based seats are main concerns in EC’s redelineation exercise.
Going cuckoo over an eagle
Now that religious experts are going to discuss whether statues of humans or other living creatures should be forbidden, let them also look at national emblems, portraits of leaders and such.
Only shine and no shame in silver
Our sportsmen and sportswomen did us proud by winning four silver medals and a bronze in the Rio Olympics but much more than that, they won our hearts.
‘Keling’ and proud of it
The ‘K’ word, deemed to be derogatory and offensive to the Indian community since the 1960s, seems to have become a perennial issue in the country.
Face our twin perils boldly
Swift and decisive actions are needed to weed out homegrown terrorists and stem the rise of violent crimes.
Gusmao’s last big battle
Former Timor-Leste president continues to spread his charm even while under pressure to negotiate a permanent Timor Sea Boundary with Australia.
Awaiting the reign of ‘Duterte Harry’
Filipinos are looking forward to changes promised by their brash, blunt, and non-conformist incoming president.