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Tourists matter for Malaysia

There may be a couple of storms in a teacup, but millions of visitors from China and India are bolstering the Malaysian economy. They should be made to feel welcome, not disliked.

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Mere flight of fantasy

The Kedah government's bid to claim Penang looks more like a political stunt. It should be worrying about what to do to improve its own state.

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When fraud pays on Facebook

Fake content and scam advertisements are a bane on social media. But it gets worse when platform owners actively allow such content just to make millions.

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Malaysia standing tall and steady again

The nation is finding itself in a position of international respect and pride, and it's thanks to a prime minister who has managed to overcome political turbulence and economic uncertainty.

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Politicians and their flights of fancy

The question of alcohol served on airlines is a moot one. High-fliers paying top-dollar expect it and Malaysia Airlines cannot afford not to provide the service – not when the competition is stiff as others step up.

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Heavy is the teacher’s burden

Schools are in the news these days, with incidences of bullying, sexual acts and even a murder. But little is being said about the pressures teachers face in the modern education system.

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Time to man up – and protect the women

Passing off 'teasing' of girls as jokes is no longer tenable with our schools becoming places of violence. Children have to be taught what's right and wrong, with parents taking charge

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Palestine –  a cause for all

There is no reason for non-Muslims in Malaysia to be reticent about the Palestinian cause. This is an issue on which everyone must join hands.

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Semporna – imperfect and filthy

Sabah's Semporna is the gateway to the heavenly beauty of the nearby islands. However, the town is a hellish mound of trash, with too few facilities for the tourists who flock there.

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Punishing minors is not the answer

From sexual relations to drug addiction, Kelantan has a problem with its young people. The state needs to relook its approach, not just simply punish all, including underage girls.

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Mission impossible for PAS

The Islamist party seems to have realised that it needs the non-Muslim votes to gain power. However, these voters are not likely to fall for its rhetoric.

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Vision is good, but not wild dreams

Leaders who want grand projects need to back their plans with data and real numbers. There's no point in building airports with no planes or rail lines with no passengers.

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