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Let’s unite under the (correctly flown) Jalur Gemilang

THIS month is always brimming with pride and patriotism as Malaysians get into the mood to celebrate National Day on Aug 31, with the red, white, blue and yellow of the Jalur Gemilang becoming ubiquitous.

On The Beat

Jalur Gemilang and the rise of political bullies

Politicians-turned-bullies usually have a dismal record on ideas and achievements, and act out to have a temporary sense of superiority or confidence..

Analysis

Blindsided by Zara Qairina tragedy

A perfect storm looms over the approaching Sabah election as public sentiments continue to simmer over the controversial death of a 13-year-old schoolgirl.

Citycism

People-pleaser’s problem

HAVE you met a yes-man? Did you find his lack of courage to engage, and flip flopping on issues off-putting?

Sports Box

The no medal target approach – does it bode well for growth of Malaysian sports?

IN four months time, almost 900 local athletes will be making the short trip across to converge in three Thai provinces.

Two Fit

Here's how to prevent these five common exercise injuries

Whether you're a weekend warrior or a dedicated gym-goer, injuries can happen, so learn how to prevent them.

On Your Side

Longer wait for the last-mile link

Various challenges are faced in completing the connectivity of public transportation projects in the Klang Valley.

Making Progress

An emerging new global trade order

The United States' ongoing trade wars under Donald Trump's second administration have fundamentally changed the global trading environment.

Living

Big Smile, No Teeth: No alcohol? No problem. Don’t worry, the kids are all right

It has been written about but discovering it for ourselves was startling: Gen Z doesn't drink.

Hormones and Kids

More obese children are developing 'adult' diabetes

Many Malaysian children are overweight and obese, which in turn is leading to an increase in type 2 diabetes in these young ones. 

Opinion

Olympic House – a legacy in concrete, a dream in gold

MALAYSIA is breaking ground – literally and figuratively – with the construction of a RM93mil Olympic House in Bukit Jalil.

Over the Top

How can we stop the bullying?

WHEN I became a father, I realised that the safety and well-being of my child, and later five children, would be my topmost priority. It wasn't the As or Bs of education that I prioritised, I only wished that they would be safe and healthy (and that they would love reading as much as I do).

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