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The bullying must stop

A university meant to produce disciplined officers is again embroiled in a case of assault on juniors, and the people in charge must answer for that. But bullying is not just on campus, it is prevalent in society too.

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Missing the heartbeat of a nation

While most national media listen to so-called experts and politicians on how elections shape up, they often miss the people who really matter – the common folk. It’s a mistake the US media recently made, and one that some of us in the Malaysian media have also been guilty of.

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Face it – social media platforms aren’t special

They make big money, act arbitrarily, and provide space where criminals can operate freely. It’s time social media platforms show social responsibility too.

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Making a circus of religion

Chest-thumping about religion and all-male carnivals may help PAS and Umno firebrands win Malay votes, but it will not make them true Malaysian leaders.

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Axing the dud Datuks

Fake titles are growing more common in the country, with even a fake king being installed recently. This needs to be nipped in the bud.

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Silver state can still find its lustre

With its unique small town charm, Ipoh does not need bad, big city vibes. It just needs to sell its story better.

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To be clean, all must get hands dirty

With Visit Malaysia Year 2026 around the corner, we need a clean, hygienic country to welcome the tourists. But keeping our streets and toilets clean must also be part of our own pride.

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This lady is no customary boss

Malaysia’s first woman Customs chief Datuk Anis Rizana Mohd Zainudin shows that she is one extraordinary lady.

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Wooing non-Malays with little to offer

PAS has finally realised that it cannot take over the Federal Government without support from non-Muslim voters. However, its plans to win them over seem strange, sometimes ludicrous.

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Halal certs – do it tastefully

Halal certification makes perfect business sense in a country where the majority Muslim population is continuing to grow. But there is no need to force feed the certificates to non-Muslims.

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Our unity – more than just a show

The National Day parade showed how Malaysians can come together as one. But there are divisive elements that need to be silenced.

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Halt the hysteria

We need to check the facts before forwarding any ‘hot news’.

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