Anxiety over assessment tax crackdown in Johor
Instead of coming down hard on ratepayers, local councils should offer incentives to boost payment
Urban renewal models should include owner-led pathways
Public participation is critical to ensure fair and equitable urban renewal outcomes.
Putting out the welcome mat
Yes, we want tourists to come but can we avoid the pitfalls that other nations are facing?
When you’re pregnant and catch measles
This infectious illness can cause numerous complications for both the expectant mother and her unborn child.
Endless wars, two Americas, one failing machine: The real stakes of US involvement in Iran-Israel
THE question is not whether the United States (US) will enter the Iran–Israel conflict full scale. It already has, even before the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites just hours ago. Satellite intelligence, drone coordination, aerial refuelling — all of it was already in motion, long before the bombs fell, as openly acknowledged by the US Department of Defense itself.
FIFA’s Club World Cup – a vanity project or the future of football?
RAY Kinsella, a fictional character played by the iconic Kevin Costner in the movie Field of Dreams said, "If you build it, he will come".
Waging war on Penang’s pests
YOU cannot fine empathetic folk. Impose a RM250 littering fine on those who love to feed pigeons and they will still do it.
Accelerating the China-Asean Green Corridor: A pathway to sustainable prosperity?
AS GLOBAL leaders increasingly prioritise sustainable growth and economic resilience, South-East Asia is uniquely positioned to capitalise on strategic international partnerships to advance its development agenda.
Making America great again!
THIS fourth of July will be the 249th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence. This majestic Declaration in 1776 emancipated the then 13 British Colonies of North America from the clutches of British colonial domination and constituted them as the United States of America.
Championing the China-Central Asia spirit: Achievements, opportunities, and prospects for regional cooperation
This comprehensive report by the Xinhua Institute examines the relationship and cooperation between China and Central Asia with an in-depth look into the region's history as well as shared achievements in trade, infrastructure, energy, green development, capacity building, cultural exchange and security cooperation.
Dog Talk: From street to sweet
When Jesse is plucked from the streets and invited to live a life of luxury, she has to win over another pampered pooch.
Big Smile, No Teeth: Is AI leading us towards a 'Wall-E' future?
As a species we need to make sure we don't become so dependent on AI that we're helpless without it.