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A hurried Raya to remember
Despite the initial confusion over the Hari Raya date, two years of not being able to celebrate with many family members quickly made this year’s Raya a memorable one.
Introspection for greater protection
THE relatively personal spirituality of Ramadan in the past two years has certainly been augmented by more social elements this year, now that going out for buka puasa, terawih, moreh and sahur is possible.
Upholding worthy traditions
THE arrival of Ramadan as usual brings welcome respite from a calendar that, since the transition to Covid-19 endemicity, has been remarkably full. The last few weeks have seen meetings cramming the work week, travel commitments being fulfilled and overdue weddings being celebrated in full force.
Balancing geopolitical interests
Power play may just push small countries into a corner and having to take a realist view of adjusting alignments to maintain peace.
Vital to strive for gender equality
Balance and diversity across sectors and organisations need more than box-ticking.
Thorny questions of identity
Once again, identity – its definition, perception and manipulation – have taken centre stage in popular culture, sports and politics.
Caring for poor kids with autism
IAC Nilai provides care, education and therapy for autistic children from low-income households, up to the age of nine.
An exhilarating celebration
ALL Malaysians have had to forgo usual birthday celebrations at least once since 2020: depending on the date, some have had to stay home twice in a row with no public acknowledgment of getting older. Some may secretly prefer this, but if social media is any indication, birthday parties are back with a vengeance.
Unforced errors of corruption
In the recent controversy surrounding the MACC, the real test of political leadership is in enacting reforms to prevent such débâcles from recurring.
A multifarious deluge
The incompetence and disorganisation of the authorities in handling the devastating floods rightfully incur the public’s wrath.
Of names and trees
The best policy in any social interaction is, as much as possible, to treat people as individuals and not depend on initial prejudices.
Exposing the best of humanity
IN 2019, I was invited by the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation (MGTC) to be involved in our efforts for Expo 2020 in Dubai, specifically for the #MyButterflyEffect campaign.
