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Weeding fakes from facts

Staging fake videos just to attract viewers is getting out of hand, with some influencers going to absurd lengths. Responsibility is needed in the digital world.

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PAS still not aligned with non-Muslims

The party's bid to woo non-Malays is certainly an uphill task given its religiously conservative image and strong alliances with Malay right wingers.

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Stop this mass murder by starvation

Millions of innocent people – the elderly and women and children – are being starved to death in Gaza and the world cannot sit by and watch. We must act with courage to end this genocide.

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A high target ­– can we meet it?

The race is on to become a high-income nation but the old way of doing things is no longer viable. Politicians – and voters – have to change mindsets to keep Malaysia in the running.

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The Plan must be to benefit all

Concrete plans to help the Indian community need to be incorporated into the 13th Malaysia Plan, which will be unveiled at the end of the month.

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The Indian quandary

The Indian community is unhappy and it is crucial for the unity government to reach out and find a solution. There are government efforts to help Indians but more needs to be done, and the work needs to be told louder.

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No quick fix in reform

The unity government has been criticised for perceived slow reforms, but the truth is, change cannot happen overnight. And it is harder when the ruling coalition is made up of former rivals.

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Meaningful ‘pain’ that must be borne

Taxes are always hard for everyone, but after 28 years of deficit budgets, the government needs to collect more revenue – and show what the extra money from the taxes will be used for.

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Bring these perverts to book

They used pictures of unknowing schoolchildren to feed their lust and sexual fetishes. They must be punished – and their identities made known to all.

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When integrity and trust fail

Businessmen with titles who siphon money meant for projects into their own pockets have to be brought to justice. These loans are meant to support projects, not for their personal expenditures and indulgences.

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A chance for renewal in government

The resignation of two ministers in one day is unfortunate, but it is not a setback. In fact, it opens doors for rejuvenation and reform.

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Diplomacy tested by a grump

World leaders have always cherished visits to the White House, where major deals and policies can be made. With Donald Trump as President, the visits have become encounters with a bully.

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