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A reminder to safeguard peace within our borders 

THE recent peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, brokered by Malaysia, stands as a significant diplomatic triumph for both our nation and the wider Asean community.

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More needed to keep our roads safe

KEJARA, the Demerit Points System for Traffic Offences, is in the final phase of being reviewed by the Road Transport Department (JPJ).

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Time for regulations on AI

IN a recent disturbing news article, an elderly couple was reported to have made an exhausting four-hour drive to Perak to visit an exciting attraction that was posted on social media, only to discover that it did not exist.

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Seatbelt safety demands strict enforcement

THE July 1 directive that made seatbelts compulsory for all passengers and drivers on express and tour buses marks a pivotal moment for public transport safety in Malaysia.

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Right to learn, right to safety in schools

WE send our children to schools believing they are safe places where they can learn – but a recent report has shaken that belief.

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Taxes should prioritise people’s overall well-being

TAXES are never popular. So, it's not surprising that the recent expansion of the sales and service tax (SST) has ignited concern across Malaysia.

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Enforce the law, end the lip service

LAST Monday, 15 students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) died, and many others injured when the bus they were travelling in lost control and crashed into the railing of the East-West Highway near Gerik, Perak.

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Take action before another innocent life is lost

THE recent spate of tragic falls involving young children from high-rise buildings across Malay­sia is a harrowing reminder of a fundamental failing in our urban landscape.

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A little goes a long way in keeping healthcare costs low

YOU should not think twice about going to the doctor because of the hefty bill.

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Retirement isn’t just about a number

THE idea of bumping up Malaysia's retirement age to 65, recently floated by Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, has got people talking.

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Death should not be the price of doing business

THE shocking news a few days ago grabbed us by the heart: A lorry collided with a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) truck carrying police officers in Perak, killing nine. Nine others were injured; six remain hospitalised at press time.

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Mums who want to work need more support

SO, did you manage to get your mum an appropriate gift for this day that celebrates motherhood?

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