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Re-looking an old policy

FINALLY, it seems like we are talking openly about that elephant in the room.

Citycism

When virtual gets real

A FEW months before the untimely demise of influencer Rajeswary Appahu (also known as Esha) by suicide in July last year, I had in this column written twice about the cyberbullying on TikTok's Tamil sphere.

Positive Parenting

When you're pregnant with the flu

Women are more vulnerable to both being infected with the flu and experiencing serious complications during pregnancy.

#Abidinideas

A vibrant time for the arts

AMID the doom and gloom in the world, with scenes of death and destruction seemingly impervious to the deceitful and opportu­nistic – it seems every week I hear of someone being scammed or finding spyware installed on their devices – there are thankfully Malaysians who seek to uplift, inspire and educate their compatriots through art.

Mind

What is ‘malignant normality’?

This is when a charismatic, but delusional, leader can convince their followers that what would normally be considered morally wrong, is actually acceptable.

Comment

Reciprocal tariffs revisited: Relief for some, sovereignty for sale?

The United States has quietly lowered its so-called "reciprocal tariffs" for a select group of countries. But as rates drop, the real cost may be rising—in market concessions, policy shifts, or even access to strategic resources.

Comment

13MP: Strategic clarity in an age of disruption

AS economic certainties are breaking apart at the seams by fragmentation, digital disruption and rising protectionism, the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) under the Madani government could not have come at a more critical juncture. Where once there was predictability and stability, bolstered by robust competition, the global landscape is now dominated by intense strategic rivalry and geo-economic uncertainty.

So Aunty, So What?

Freed finally from dementia’s cruel grip

After years of suffering, my mother's passing came peacefully.

The Doctor Says

AI can be used to spread health disinformation 

When it comes to health information, artificial intelligence can be used to spread knowledge that is accurate, misleading or completely false.

A Winning Factor

Why the 2025 Premier League could be the most explosive yet!

IN the 2024–2025 season, 1,115 goals were scored in the Premier League – an average of 2.93 per match.

Pinang Points

Overcoming food cravings

MY TASTE memories were shaped elsewhere.

Living

Sunny Side Up: Children should be taught about loss, grieving

We often underestimate children's capacity to understand grief. We imagine them as too fragile or too innocent – as though sparing them the sorrow somehow preserves their childhood.

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