The Need for Cleanliness: A Lesson for Malaysians

by Rahim Said Recently I had the pleasure of visiting Shanghai, a city that sparkles with…

An engineering doctorate holder working in a photocopy shop

A Case of Unfulfilled Promises of Higher Education; Navigating Economic Recession with a PhD in Hand…

Thank you, Malaysia Airlines (MH2536), for prioritising safety

Pic courtesy of Kuching International Airport FB by Yong Soo Heong I thought I could “sail”…

Young adults who’ve to look after aged parents

by Rahim Said I have young neighbours who are looking after their aged parents and appear…

Guiding Young Adults on Religious Beliefs for Moral Upbringing 

by Rahim Said In an age where our children face unprecedented challenges and distractions, the wisdom of our…

Netanyahu’s Impending Arrest Warrant: A Turning Point for International Justice?

by Rahim Said At long last, what we have been hoping for happened at the Hague.…

The Perils of Over-planning: Why Young Mums Should Avoid Being Tiger Mums

by Rahim Said One morning over breakfast, a young mum shared her meticulously crafted life plan…

What do you make of your dreams?

by Trailerman Sam (trailer17@hotmail.com) The great Acharya Sri Ramanuja in his divine work “Sri Bashyam” says…

The Art of Communication: Raising kids who grow to be useful members of society

by Rahim Said As parents, we often wonder how best to guide our children so they…

Following Your Heart: A Parent’s Guide to Nurturing Your Child’s Career Choices

by Rahim Said As parents, we often ponder over the best ways to guide our children…

Paralysis of Care: Haji Ahmad’s Ordeal Shines Light on Healthcare Failures

by Rahim Said In a nation where healthcare is considered a fundamental right, stories like Haji…

Orangutan Diplomacy: Balancing Conservation and Diplomatic Relations

by Rahim Said Using orangutans as a symbol of conservation through “orangutan diplomacy” raises complex ethical…

A Tree Falls in KL Storm: The Urban-Nature Nexus in Sustainable Cities

by Rahim Said The recent incident of a large tree toppling in downtown Kuala Lumpur highlights…

Michelle Yeoh’s Presidential Medal of Freedom: A Beacon of Malaysian Excellence on the Global Stage

Photo credit: Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh’s FB by Rahim Said Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh, the renowned…

KFC crunch time: Boycott boils over with more than 100 store closures

by Rahim Said The ongoing boycott targeting KFC in Malaysia has evolved from what many initially…

Patriot decides to expand membership

by Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid Patriot or Persatuan Patriot Kebangsaan (PPK), an NGO formed on May…

Letter to Editor: Why is JPJ taking a long time with road tax refunds?

Dear JPJ Perhaps there are many private vehicle owners in Malaysia who are not aware that…

New team at PERBEKAS

by Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid Recently I attended the triennial meeting of PERBEKAS or the Former…

Royal visit to Dewan Gandhi’s opening in Sg Petani brings good feel to town’s folks  

by Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid When their royal highnesses, the Sultan and Sultanah of Kedah, visited…

A Lament for Lost Lives: The Tragedy of Neglected Work Safety

by Rahim Said In the bustling commercial hub of Bangsar South, amidst the towering office buildings…

Seriously, are these the 3Rs?

by Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid It may stun you when we now revert (some say convert)…

Letter to Editor: Is Klinik Ortopedik in HKL taking liberty with working hours on Fridays?

The Klinik Ortopedik in Hospital Kuala Lumpur on the internet says its working hours are from…

3R again?

by Dato’ Syed Ahmad Idid This is to titillate your day with some bits for thinking…

Letter to Editor: MITRA’s focus now must be on core task ahead

The decision of the government to place MITRA back under the Prime Minister’s Department is welcomed…