The Future Isn’t What It Used To Be

The only reason for time is so that everything doesn’t happen at once. –  Albert Einstein …

The day we left our son in Los Angeles amidst the raging wildfires

by Dr Rahim Said There is nothing more heart-wrenching than leaving a place knowing your loved…

Going bananas, whether rich or poor

Image created by Microsoft Copilot by Dr Rahim Said  It seems the humble banana has gone…

I didn’t choose to travel abroad but looks like it was pre-destined by God

by Krishnan Kumari Varma After working for five wonderful years in a private hospital in Petaling…

SPEAKEASY: It’s Easier to Tear Down Than to Build

Image created by Microsoft Copilot by JayasankaranKK I have a friend who generally reacts to a…

My 15-year “love affair” with a tough German model

by Sam Trailerman Of late, heavy vehicles, especially trucks, were in the spotlight, including the fast-breaking…

ANU-tainable obsessions: Malaysians and their car number plate fetishes

Image courtesy of Microsoft Copilot of a busy road filled with cars by Dr Rahim Said…

Evaluating how we can lower private healthcare costs

Image courtesy of Microsoft Copilot by Professor Dasan Swaminathan I am deeply troubled by the escalating…

Could Bukit Bintang Become KL’s Pedestrian Paradise?

Image courtesy of Microsoft Copilot by Dr Rahim Said Turning Bukit Bintang into a pedestrian-only zone is…

No Wonder Nic is our Happy Wanderer

Quiet rural Lenggeng in Negeri Sembilan by Yong Soo Heong I got to know Nic Ang,…

Young Californians Ruhaan and Aahana chip in to help those less fortunate than themselves

Two young Californians, Ruhaan (12 years old) and his elder sister Aahana (14), have since 2021…

A Growing Concern for Diabetes and Gum Disease

By Professor Dr Dasan Swaminathan Diabetes is becoming a global health crisis, with over 346 million…

The Ripple Effect of Kindness: A Lesson from a Malaysian Hero

by Rahim Said  In a society overwhelmed by challenges, the selflessness of one individual can shine…

The Future’s So Bright, We Gotta Wear Shades

by JayasankaranKK It’s amazing how fast later comes when you buy now! – Milton Berle, Comedian…

Aceh’s resilience 20 years after 2004 tsunami

by Andrew Mohanraj Chandrasekaran December 26, 2024 marks 20 years of the Asian tsunami that created…

The big wide world of the English language

by Sam Trailerman Does the ability to excel in English makes one less an Indian, Chinese,…

A Journey of Hope: Rediscovering the True Meaning of Christmas

by Marina Emmanuel As the holiday season approaches, we often find ourselves caught up in the…

Compassion in Action: A Lesson in Leadership from MP Steven Sim

by Dr Rahim Said  In a political climate often marred by cynicism and allegations of self-interest,…

Getting a taste of your own “nasi lemak” & paying through your nose for “budget airlines”

by Dr Rahim Said Tee Es Tee Ef, the legendary founder of a budget airline in…

SPEAKEASY: Yule be in my heart   

by Jayasankarankk “Life is like an onion: you peel off one layer at a time and…

What can AI do to uplift the teaching of English in Malaysia?

, JOHOR BAHARU, Dec 22: What can Artificial Intelligence (AI) do up uplift education in Malaysia,…

Sikhs rigorously embody spirit of “no one will be left behind”

Gudwara Sahib in Puchong, Selangor by Ooi Lay Beng Trudge through any wayward place in Malaysia…

Guide for Budding Writers: Crafting Your First Columns

by Dr Rahim Said  Congratulations on deciding to venture into the world of column writing for…

The Kebaya: Reflecting Southeast Asia’s Rich Heritage

by Dr Rahim Said  When I was growing up, the kebaya was a constant in my life. It…