Ahead of Malaysia Day tomorrow, our columnist looks at the fight put on by Sabah and Sarawak for their rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963.

Halal certification makes perfect business sense in a country where the majority Muslim population is continuing to grow. But there is no need to force feed the certificates to non-Muslims.

FOR many decades after the Malayan independence in 1957, we celebrated National Day in a grand way, with parades, and performances, and fly bys, oh my! After all, losing the colonial yoke is understandably something to be proud of.

TWO captains commanding one ship make it sink.

THE currently ongoing BRICS Summit, which commenced on Sept 9 in Sochi, Russia, must prioritise the development of solid strategies to expedite the transition away from reliance on the United States dollar. Donald Trump’s 100% tariff threat to protect the dollar’s global status, despite its absurdity, underscores not only the toxicity of this currency but also the critical importance of diversifying and deepening trading relationships with more reliable partners and robust platforms.

From socks to food, there are simply too many incidents involving 2R or race and religious issues that are causing flashpoints for racial tensions in the country.

SOME people dream, others make those dreams come true. And former squash player Ong Beng Hee belongs in the latter group.

People must learn to modify diets to prevent lifestyle diseases such as diabetes.

This year’s Jiwa Merdeka theme is apt because we are freed from the shackles of Covid-19, and Malaysia’s post-pandemic recovery is the fruit of our collective efforts.

If there is a second debate, Harris needs to work on becoming viral lightning.

SHANGHAI: Malaysia’s role as a keen proponent of “halal diplomacy” has resulted in a significant investment potential worth RM4bil from Chinese companies interested to set up operations in the country.

IN psychology, being a highly sensitive person (HSP) is recognised as a personality trait or temperamental disposition.