Is Pax Americana over?
A trust deficit could be a much bigger problem for America than a trade deficit.
Facing the disorder in Trump’s order
Donald Trump's tariffs have shaken the world and, although there is a 90-day pause for now, Malaysia – and Asean – has work to do to weather the storm ahead.
Supporting the new norm of a marriage of convenience
Since the General Election in 2022, non-Malay voters have become strategically more accepting of Umno, says this analyst.
Teach digital ethics with digital literacy
WHAT do we do with a 16-year-old teen who used AI-assisted deepfake technology to allegedly generate lewd pictures of his classmates that he sold online?
Yu better believe it – Kevin’s finally living his dream at Augusta
GOLFER Kevin Yu recalls setting his alarm clock at around midnight for four days every April to watch the Masters Tournament live on TV.
Kuala Lumpur is drowning, and selfishness to blame
Blatant disregard for regulations, using drainage system as convenient shortcut, all at the expense of public safety.
Cherry blossoms and changing times
On my recent trip to Japan last week, I finally got a chance to witness firsthand the famed cherry blossom season.
Tough tackle against Trump’s tariffs
With 11% of Malaysia's trade involving the United States, we need to tread carefully in negotiating fairer terms.
Trump’s tariffs: A bold gambit with uncertain payoffs
On April 2, 2025, United States president Donald Trump unleashed his "Liberation Day" tariffs, a sweeping policy hitting all US imports with a 10 percent baseline tariff, plus "reciprocal" rates aimed at countries he accuses of taking advantage of America's trade openness.
Flavourful taste of a fruitful China-Malaysia bond
During His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia's state visit to China in September 2024, Malaysia showcased two premium durian varieties - Musang King and Black Thorn - to Chinese consumers.
An American rediscovers his Malaysia
AS the 2024 winter gave way to the milder chills of spring, I got a call from a news channel outside Malaysia that regularly covers the country.
From commanding to crumbling – is Liverpool’s lead under threat?
A FEW weeks ago, I predicted the title race was far from over—and both Everton and Fulham would play key roles in the "Title Run-In."