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Will Muda split Harapan votes in upcoming state polls?
LETTER | “If two big elephants are fighting with each other, everyone else in between will get squashed.” Muda announced to contest under its own ticket in all six upcoming state elections. Despite being the new kid on the bloc, this youth-centric political party led by lawmaker Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman is definitely trying to make a stand by proving its presence in the political landscape.
SPM may not define you but evidence of a person’s hard work
The SPM 2022 results were just released, and we were delighted to learn of the marked improvement in terms of overall result from the previous year. A total of 2.7 per cent of the students who took the examination achieved the best result of straight As. On one hand, we are constantly reminded that SPM is just another certificate, and it does not define our life. While the latter is true, it is not just “a piece of paper”. It is in fact evidence of a person’s hard work. However, we are humans.
Smoking is playing Russian roulette with your health
31 May 2023 04:15pm A grand sage of letters and journalism, bedridden from dementia and diabetes, and just years from death, always guffawed at his fans and friends’ perennial curiosity of his fondness for packs of Dunhill. Puffing away since he was a boy, the sage was seemingly fortified with power lungs that evaded smoking's ill excesses but everything else about his failed health pointed to his decades-long addiction.
Vices or coming of age? Compassion is key in educating teens
By AZMI ANSHAR 29 May 2023 11:13am THE headline was pointed and disturbing: “Troubling red flags from adolescent polls” outlined by the National Health and Morbidity Survey that polled teens between 13 and 17 on the permissive concerns of sex, smoking, drugs, alcohol and bullying.
Sea Games Debacle: Amidst fumbles, huge opportunity for reform stares Hannah in her face
By ARNAZ M. KHAIRUL 28 May 2023 08:42am In the aftermath of an embarassing outing in the 32nd Sea Games in Cambodia, we have at the very least triggered positive dialogues pertaining to the gradual release of sports from the clutches of politicians and political appointees, including the ones that run governments.
Sea Games debacle: A Minister out of depth in a long failing system
By Arnaz M. Khairul 20 May 2023 08:00am It would have been an ideal setting for Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh to be in Phnom Penh to welcome Malaysia's 40th gold medal at the 32nd Sea Games with the customary selfie with the winner to fuel the adorement of her social media bandwagon. But instead as the guardian of the malaise that grips Malaysian sport and reared its ugly head yet again, she was nowhere near it and now has nowhere to hide.
What role does mentorship play in career growth?
Ever felt “stuck” at your job? According to most researches done across the world, more than 70 per cent of people have felt or experienced this in their career pathway. Believe it or not, this would be the best time for you to find a mentor in order to accelerate your career growth.
When sex and procreation is important but its education is not
By AZMI ANSHAR 16 May 2023 08:01am If there is a predictable conclusion in Malaysia’s heart breaking phenomenon of baby dumping, it is this: thousands of women emerging out of puberty, perhaps poverty and ignorance – likely in their mid to late teens – are barely savvy about sexual intercourse and reproduction and no inkling of their biological and psychological ramifications.
How the mighty have fallen, Umno's downhill spiral
By AZMI ANSHAR 12 May 2023 09:46pm Umno celebrated its 77th anniversary of its formation on May 11, not with the pomp, splendour and gusto associated with a party in absolute power, but with dark soberness typical of an organisation thrashed, troubled and teeming in despair. In the five years since Barisan Nasional – with Umno as its linchpin – lost the popular vote during the 2018 general election, the party’s fortunes have steadily lurched to an unstoppable downhill progression.
Empowering talents to spearhead construction 4.0
By SUJATAVANI GUNASAGARAN 12 May 2023 07:04am The Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0) has gained the attention of leaders in the construction industry in utilising modern technologies for collaboration, coordination, and communication to deliver a sustainably built environment.
Anwar's quest for validation and the Malays who smiled at him
It is a contest that will neither change the equation of his administration nor turn the tides against his rule, but the country’s man of the hour seemed heavily invested in it. So much so, that Prime Minister (PM) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has fixed a series of back-to-back Raya open house feasts in the six states set to face the poll in a couple of more months.
Education ministry's silence over heatstroke as students head back to school after break
SHAH ALAM: One would have thought the Education Ministry would come out with immediate guidelines after two children died of heatstroke - one was an 11-year-old and the other a 19-month-old toddler. The Health Ministry has also confirmed two to three other cases related to hot weather. With schools starting next week, shouldn't schools and parents be informed immediately of the measures taken by schools to prevent this tragedy? After all, deaths from heatstroke are preventable with proper measures.
Revolutionising intellectual property rights with blockchain technology
By MOHD ROYDEAN OSMAN 26 Apr 2023 08:11am In stimulating innovation and creativity, World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated yearly on April 26. In this day and age where blockchain technology is adopted to protect Intellectual Property (IP), its potential to revolutionise the management and maintenance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) by providing a secure, decentralised, and tamper-proof database for managing ownership and transactions is seen.
U.S-Penang ties prospering, ESG helps
By PRIYA PUBALAN 15 Apr 2023 10:15am Environmental-Social-Governance (ESG) practices is the key to long-term sustainability and businesses nowadays are paying crucial attention into implementing these practices. The ESG has become a critical aspect that companies cannot ignore these days if they want to succeed in the long run because investors are now vigilant into selecting their portfolios before dumping their money in any company.
Drowning in my memories Original
THE PALESTINIAN DIARIES By ISMAAT MANSOUR 30 Mar 2023 08:51am After finishing work, I strolled back to my beautiful home, in the shimmering sunlight. A soft breeze brushed my face, which brought short relief from the anguish that was to come in my mind.
Post-Umno Polls: The right choice is to stay in the centre
By SYAZA SHUKRI 29 Mar 2023 06:40am After two postponements and a significant change to the rules, Umno finally held its internal polls within the stipulated period of six months after GE15. The most watched competitions were of course for vice presidents and supreme council members. This is due to the party’s decision to exclude the presidency and deputy presidency from being contested in the name of stability for both the party and the unity government.
When my blood lights up
THE PALESTINIAN DIARIES By KHADER ADNAN 23 Mar 2023 04:31pm I took a few steps from my home and into the warmth of the sun. Green lands perfumed with the scent of Palestine carried me. Good and bad memories came to mind, I had always longed to see this lush pastured scene. But now in my thoughts I was surrounded by cold walls that blocked light, air and the far-off horizon. Detention works side-by-side with oppression and death. I had spent five years in jail on two occasions.
'Corrupted' leaders of Umno
By PRIYA PUBALAN 22 Mar 2023 01:11pm The United Malays National Organisation, popularly known as Umno is the largest and oldest political party that represents the voices of the Malays in this country since 1946. There are several popular faces of the Umno leadership who are now infamously known for corruption, although some have left the party and formed their own coalitions. And then, there is also someone residing in ‘Kajang Prison’ in present time.
Petronas set to chalk it's highest profits ever
Petroliam Nasional Berhad or Petronas is set to chalk it's highest net profit ever. Economists and analysts said Petronas is on it's way to register a net profit of some RM100 billion for financial year 2022. This target is achievable as it has already turned in a profít of RM77.6 billion for the first nine months of last year. State-owned national oil corporation is smilling all the way to the bank riding on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Hospitals, police stations and city councils in Malaysia are the moral-police?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 18 Feb 2023 12:44pm Recently a woman was allegedly denied treatment in Kampar Hospital due to her ‘inappropriate attire’. The 21-year old who wore a shorts was apparently turned away from receiving treatment despite her unbearable severe stomach pain. She could hardly walk and was rushed to the hospital's emergency room.
Will Khairy tie the knot with PH or PN?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 08 Feb 2023 03:11pm The recent announcement by Khairy Jamaluddin, expressing his interest in a possible ‘political comeback’ has caused curiosity among netizens. The most intriguing question here is whether Khairy, popularly known as KJ, would choose to wed Pakatan Harapan (PH) or Perikatan Nasional (PN) to restart his political career.
Nurul Izzah’s appointment - A nepotism act?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 02 Feb 2023 10:25am Political dynasties cannot be escaped from any part of the world. It has a more extensive outlook and practised in both royals and government affairs by families who have established their political or economic dominance.
Innovating Cabinet: Getting Malaysia’s best to work together
What criteria should be used to convene the best possible team for Malaysia? 30 Nov 2022 08:09am All eyes are on Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, to see who he is going to pick for his team. This applies most obviously to his cabinet, but people are also watching to see who he picks as key staff. It’s an exciting time, as I have always felt that Malaysia is home to a pool of immense talent. Is this finally time for the very best to shine?
Agong steers the country out of three political crises
By DR ZAHARUL ABDULLAH 26 Nov 2022 05:34pm The six-day political turmoil that plagued the country involving the formation of a government after the 15th General Election (GE15) has highlighted the important role of the country which is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
Analysing the road from GE15 to PM10
26 Nov 2022 02:42pm Even as the excitement unfolds over Malaysia's new Prime Minister, perhaps it may be worthwhile to look back closely at the events between election day and Anwar Ibrahim's swearing-in ceremony. In particular, let's examine the dynamics surrounding coalition and party negotiations, alongside how the role of constitutional monarchy played out in the end.
GE15: Will the Chinese and Indians have voices if PN comes into power?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 22 Nov 2022 11:10pm There is no single representation of Chinese and Indians in the elected Member of Parliaments (MPs) under the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition. Earlier today we saw the entire nation waiting anxiously when Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and PN's Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin were summoned for an audience with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong at the Istana Negara.
Of voracious Umno and the pie it was forced to eat
SHAH ALAM – If Umno had not been greedy it would not have had to -- once again -- eat another serving of a humble pie. But it did. And so, at the 15th General Elections (GE15), which ended yesterday, the Malay party had experienced its second rude awakening at national polls – that Umno is not as strong as it used to be. This time around, Umno – the leader of Barisan Nasional (BN) – only won 29 parliamentary seats while MCA won one; collectively however, BN garnered a total of 30 seats.
Voting on World Toilet Day
SHAH ALAM - After 14 days of enduring the figurative and hectic political poo-throwing, it is perhaps undeniably ironic that Malaysia’s national polls is due tomorrow. Why? Because while Malaysian will be welcoming the 15th General Election (GE15) when the clock strikes 12 tonight, others across the globe will be celebrating World Toilet Day. LOL. How apt.
Is Putrajaya in PH’s hands or will BN rig the election?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 18 Nov 2022 01:59pm Malaysian sentiments to embark their journey to vote for the 15th General Election (GE15) is growing, especially those young minds hoping for a new Malaysia. Voters are moving towards change, foreseeing ‘harapan’ in their new government. It is pretty evident that Pakatan Harapan (PH) has got Putrajaya conquered based on the latest election prediction chart.
GE15: Pas ready to be opposition if unable to secure simple majority
15 Nov 2022 08:44pm MELAKA - Pas is willing to become the opposition if Perikatan Nasional (PN) failed to secure a simple majority in the 15th general election (GE15) to form the government, its president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang said. He added that the party has its principles and wanted clean leadership to head the government post-GE15. "We are ready to be the opposition....Pas has been in the opposition for decades so it’s not a problem. We don’t want an unclean government.
Police recorded Zul Huzaimy's statement regarding racial, violent remarks
15 Nov 2022 08:21pm KUALA LUMPUR - The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) have recorded Zul Huzaimy’s statement yesterday over his alleged racial and violent remarks. PDRM secretary Datuk Noorsiah Mohd Saaduddin said in a statement today that the police were still waiting for a report from the Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to complete their investigation papers before referring them to the Attorney-General’s Chambers.
MA63: PM gives commitment to resolve outstanding matters in stages
15 Nov 2022 08:17pm SANDAKAN - Caretaker Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has expressed his commitment to resolve all outstanding matters in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in stages. Ismail Sabri, who is also MA63 Special Committee chairman, said the effort was to ensure that every agreement enshrined in MA63 could be fulfilled to bring about significant changes, including in Sabah.
Appeals by incumbent MP, voter to halt GE15 dismissed, polling to proceed
15 Nov 2022 07:59pm PUTRAJAYA - The Court of Appeal has dismissed the legal actions brought by incumbent Klang Member of Parliament Charles Santiago and a Pandan voter to stop the Election Commission (EC) from conducting the 15th General Election (GE15). Following this decision, polling will be held on Saturday as scheduled.
Batu's Game of Thrones
By PRIYA PUBALAN 15 Nov 2022 07:10pm SHAH ALAM: Back in 2018 for GE14, we saw PKR vice-president Tian Chua announcing that Pakatan Harapan (PH) has endorsed an independent candidate P Prabakaran to contest and defend the Batu parliamentary seat. This was following the High Court's ruling that disallowed incumbent Tian Chua from contesting the Batu parliamentary seat as the Election Commission has disqualified him.
Mas Ermieyati faces challenging path to retain seat in BN stronghold
12 Nov 2022 02:53pm ALOR GAJAH - Despite winning comfortably in the 14th General Election (GE14) representing Barisan Nasional (BN), the Masjid Tanah parliamentary seat incumbent, Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin, is now contesting on the Perikatan Nasional (PN) ticket, and is facing a challenging path to retain the seat in GE15.
Clash of candidates proof of GRS-BN weakness: Jo-Anna
By ASYIKIN ASMIN 12 Nov 2022 02:40pm TUARAN - The clash of candidates between the allies of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) - Barisan Nasional (BN) shows their weakness as a government, says Parti Warisan (Warisan) candidate for the Tuaran Parliament, Jo-Anna Sue Henley Rampas. Jo-Anna also questioned how voters in the Tuaran parliament put their trust in the coalition with the clash of candidates in the 15th General Election (GE15).
GE15: Not an easy path for BN - Annuar Musa
By NORADILA MAHAMAD 12 Nov 2022 02:08pm KUALA TERENGGANU - The viewpoint that the 15th General Election (GE15) would be a simple, straightforward election is wrong. Kelantan Ketereh Umno Division Chief Tan Sri Annuar Musa said the challenges faced by BN was significant. “Truthfully, if my friends in BN feel this will be an easy election, I think we are wrong. This time we are faced with many issues that were not present previously.
GE15: Kg Baru land issues main focus of Titiwangsa candidates
12 Nov 2022 12:59pm KUALA LUMPUR - Finding a solution to the land issue of Kampung Sungai Baru, Kampung Baru here continues to be the main focus of the four candidates who are vying for the Titiwangsa parliamentary seat, one of the 'hot' seats in the 15th General Election (GE15).
'Don't use Islam as tool to win election', Dr M slams Muhyiddin
By PRIYA PUBALAN 12 Nov 2022 11:30am SUNGAI PETANI - Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathid Mohamad slams Perikatan Nasional (PN) for using racial cards to garner votes for the 15th General Election (GE15). The Parti Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang) chairman claimed PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin had used religion as a tool to win the election. "We have to respect Islam. Don't use it as a tool to win the election.
PM: Qualified local contractors to get national development project opportunities
18 Oct 2022 01:58pm KUALA LUMPUR - Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob today assured qualified local contractors that they will get the best opportunity to develop national projects. Ismail Sabri also refuted various allegations that the allocation of development expenditure of RM95 billion in the 2023 Budget will only benefit certain parties.
Umno over the decades
By SYDI ALIF 18 Oct 2022 12:56pm SHAH ALAM – Organising nationwide protests against the colonial Malayan Union in 1946, the formation of the United Malay National Organisation (Umno) was culminated on May 11 the same year. At the Umno general assembly in June 1951, Onn Jaafar, the Umno founder proposed the membership to be open to non–Malays and the party to be renamed as ‘United Malayan National Organisation’ to reflect the change.
GE15: DAP to announce candidates next week
SEREMBAN - DAP is expected to announce the list of candidates for 15th General Election (GE15) for each state in stages starting next week. DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke Siew Fook said it is now in the final stages. "The announcement would be made in stages according to the states.
GE15: #SatuJari campaign - the value of each voter's finger to fight corruption
SHAH ALAM - Rasuah Busters' #SatuJari campaign initiative aims to showcase the value of a voter's finger in the 15th General Election (GE15) to curb corruption. #RasuahBusters Chief Executive Officer Nurhayati Nordin said the movement hopes clean, responsible, ready to defend the rakyat and with integrity, honesty and wisdom will be elected to shoulder people's mandate.
GE15: Gain or lost for Penang by not dissolving state assembly?
By PRIYA PUBALAN 18 Oct 2022 08:58am The 15th General Election will proceed as it should, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. This is despite six states have decided not to follow suit to dissolve their respective state assemblies. Pas-held states, under the Perikatan Nasional pact, had announced that it would not seek the dissolution of its state assemblies under its rule - Kelantan, Terengganu and Kedah.
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