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Rising stars and fallen ones in Johor DAP polls

SOME see it as the passing of the torch, others have hailed the rise of women power - but the Johor DAP election also saw the descent of a former rising star.

On The Line

Rexy’s remedies from his arsenal of coaching weapons

THE past three weeks had been a very stressful period in the office for national badminton coaching director, Rexy Mainaky.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

Regrets and lessons after genital warts

I am a thirty-year-old man who is recently engaged and planning to marry before Christmas. The revelation of my recent diagnosis has left me devastated, and I hope you don't mind my remaining anonymous.

Through Many Windows

Management of Islamic affairs in Malaysia

The significant role of Islam in shaping Malaysia’s identity makes it crucial for Malaysians to understand the legal framework and institutional mechanisms governing Islamic affairs.

It's Just Politics

Finally making their voices heard

A confluence of political events means that Putrajaya is now really listening to what Malaysia’s Bornean territories are asking for.

On The Beat

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.

The Star Says

A law is only as good as its enforcement

ON Tuesday, the long-awaited Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 finally came into force following its passage in February.

Analysis

How serious is the Chinese discontent?

THE dust has yet to settle over the Mahkota by-election but the angry exchange of words that has erupted is threatening to wash away the camaraderie between partners of the unity government.

Comment

Forget social media influencers, there’s much work to do in football

​​​​​​​SINCE young, we were always told to be careful when filling out documents.

Citycism

Rethink way of delivering message on illegal racing

I RECENTLY covered an Ops Samseng Jalanan organised by the Perak police to tackle illegal street racing activities.

#Abidinideas

Forging partnerships at receptions

NATIONAL day receptions hosted by embassies are productive and jolly affairs, featuring a speech by the head of mission celebrating the bilateral relationship, a cultural aspect such as a musical performance or art exhibition, and of course, a glimpse of the cuisine from the country hosting.

So Aunty, So What?

When the long arm of the law seems too short

With every revelation related to GISB, more questions emerge.

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