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Matters of the Mind

Does pleading insanity mean you can escape legal punishment?

Being mentally ill is not a means of escaping criminal culpability as other factors also come into play.

Over the Top

Can our children’s safety be guaranteed?

The columnist has more than a few worries about the new and improved National Service programme.

A Winning Factor

New contenders emerge as Arsenal’s momentum slows

THERE’S usually a lot of spirit in Arsenal. Players come to each game ready to fight and compete, led by head coach Mikel Arteta, whose sideline energy often sets the tone.

Comment

The curious case of Tom Lembong

Lembong had to pay a hefty price for shifting his allegiance from Jokowi to Anies.

Women's World

How iodine may help keep our breasts healthy

This essential mineral could potentially help manage breast cysts, and even lower breast cancer risk.

Living

Top of the world: How Handshake Speakeasy became the world's best bar

Ever wonder what it takes to build the world’s best bar? We speak to Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy to learn more.

Comment

Foreign element fighting in the Ukraine-Russia war

THE discovery of a MyKad and driver's license – apparently belonging to a youth from Padang Besar, Perlis – that was found in Levadne, Zaporizhia, a conflict zone in Ukraine, has garnered much interest.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

Movember November to keep the prostate in check

Dear Dr G, I have been waiting all year to build up the courage to ask you about prostate cancer. Truthfully, I am terrified to discuss this subject, so what better time to do it than in Men's Health November?

On The Beat

Face it – social media platforms aren’t special

They make big money, act arbitrarily, and provide space where criminals can operate freely. It’s time social media platforms show social responsibility too.

Through Many Windows

Let’s rewire for success

Redefining success: Choosing integrity over illusion in a temporary world.

It's Just Politics

The new ‘mahamiskin’ fear

The Madani government’s poorly explained economic policy is leaving many in its power base ultra anxious.

The Star Says

National Service 3.0 just has to keep our kids safe

THERE’S about two months to go before National Service (NS) 3.0 begins. There’s also been lots of discussion about the latest version of the programme.

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