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A centuries-old connection
Next year will see the two countries marking 50 years of diplomatic ties. Puteri Hang Li Po would undoubtedly approve of how we have continued her legacy.
Don’t shoot the messenger
WE didn’t start the fire. We do, however, report on it. But some people seem to have forgotten this basic fact about the media, that we report on things that happen and things that people say, we don’t create those happenings and statements – and certainly not their consequences.
Ensure officers know how and when to enforce dress code
ON Friday in Parliament, Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa very clearly laid down one important rule for her ministry’s personnel: Those seeking medical attention at government health facilities should not be turned away because of their attire.
Gender equality isn’t a women’s issue
THE struggle for gender equality has spanned centuries. Why then are women still grappling with inequality, sexism and bias?
We need a fiscally responsible Budget
ON Friday, the new Budget will be announced. It will be keenly watched given the ongoing narrative about the country’s financial health.
Find long-term solutions for the economy
FRIED turmeric chicken, fried spinach, white rice and a bottle of mineral water, all for RM5.
Fighting inflation in the long-term
LIKE the rest of the world, Malaysia is suffering the effects of inflation.
Celebrating the Rabbit year, safely
EVERYONE’S celebrating this weekend, whether it’s to usher in the Year of the Rabbit or the long break and the prospect of visiting friends and neighbours in that very Malaysian tradition of open house.
No need to push the panic button
IT’S been a long war and we’re still fighting it: We are entering our fourth year battling the Covid-19 virus.
Keep your children safe in the floods
PICTURE this: Children using the porch of a house in Dungun, Terengganu, as a diving platform, jumping into the high water caused by the floods that are ravaging the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
