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Looking to ourselves

In a globalised world where risks expand and multiply, energy security looms as a critical factor for economic development and national security.

It's Just Politics

Classical move with a twist

Strategy from an ancient Greek war informs this week's analysis of moves in the opposition camp. What are the consequences of a 'gift' that would allow sacked Bersatu members to rejoin the coalition in a new form?

On The Beat

Real unity is by the roadside

A heartwarming motorcycle story that transcends race goes to show that, away from social media, there is a quieter, more enduring, more forgiving Malaysia.

The Star Says

Ensuring we grow old with grace

THE good news: Malaysians are living longer.

Analysis

MB stuck in palace controversy

The optics from the five empty chairs flanking the Ruler and his consort at the opening of the Negri Sembilan state assembly spoke louder than words.

Citycism

Transparency gaps in KL public projects

THE United Nations, through its Sustainable Development Goals, sets clear benchmarks for transparency, accountability and public access to information.

Sports Box

With Selangor Sultan weighing in, Sukma hangs in the balance 

THE future of the 2026 Malaysia Games (Sukma) now hangs in the balance.

On Your Side

Making it easy to own an EV

WHEN I first joined the "electric" revolution nine years ago (I bought a hybrid car), electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Malaysia was in its infancy.

On A Shared Future

Look East: Frequent head-of-state diplomacy highlights China’s rising role in a shifting global order

AS GEOPOLITICAL tensions mount and the international landscape is gradually being reshaped, a clear trend has emerged across the first four months of 2026: nations worldwide are increasingly "looking east" toward China.

A Winning Factor

The run in – five games to decide it all

THE "run-in" is the theme of the Premier League as it reaches the most important period of the season.

Over the Top

What is the ‘measure’ of unity?

I WORRY about our society. We tend to measure many things that are important in life with numbers. Like university and academic excellence. So many numbers are created that the true role of academia and knowledge in society is simply lost.

SEARCH Scholar Series

Asean-China connectivity and Chinese language competency development

SINCE the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), academic and policy discussions have shifted from a primary focus on hard infrastructure and trade facilitation towards the initiative's "people-to-people" dimension.

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