Covid-19 resurgence, politics and us
Complacency is the last hurdle standing between any team and its potential greatness. – Pat Riley, American ex-coach of National Basketball Association The rise in Covid-19 daily figures is causing anxiety. Some are speculating that there might be another movement control order (MCO) soon. Worryingly, businesses are saying if there is another MCO, they will […]
As neighbours build dams, Iraqis watch twin rivers dry up
by Haydar Indhar DIWANIYAH, Iraq: With its neighbours activating new dams, Iraq’s historic twin rivers could run dry — unless new infrastructure projects and tense talks with Turkey and Iran bear fruit. Nowhere is the effect on the country more palpable than in Basra, Iraq’s only coastal province. Here, the Tigris and Euphrates — on […]
Very few women in politics
KUCHING: The number of women involved in politics is still very low despite, says Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu Women vice-chief Datuk Sri Nancy Shukri. The Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture minister said women in politics, particularly in Sarawak, were very few although the percentage of those holding high posts had increased. “Women MPs and members […]
Focus on crises, not politics
KUCHING: The government must take on the wheel to manage the nation in facing the Covid-19 pandemic and economic crisis. Senior Minister (Works) Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said those who dwell on politics should stop the routine at this moment. “This is a time for us to work and deliberate on how to handle the […]
Agong cautions over political turmoil
KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah today cautioned politicians not to drag the country once again into political turmoil. Emphasising that the people are putting up with hardship and facing a difficult future as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, His Majesty said they should not stoke the flames of […]
Political uncertainties affect economy
KUALA LUMPUR: The current political turmoil has affected the government’s efforts to improve the economy and livelihood of Malaysian businesses and the ordinary rakyat, says Democratic Action Party (DAP) secretary-general, Lim Guan Eng. “You can look at the stock market, you can judge it by yourself,” he said, when asked on how the situation would impact the economy […]
PDRM to closely monitor political development
KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will continue to monitor the country’s political development closely, said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador. He said PDRM was always prepared to maintain peace and order in the country. Everyone and the public should appreciate and respect the democratic process of the country, he said. […]
Too much politicking, too little done
Too bad all the people who know how to run the country are busy driving taxicabs and cutting hair. – George Burns, American comedian, actor, singer and writer Someone in Malaya was talking about a ‘Plan B’ to ensure PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim becomes the next prime minister. Whatever this ‘Plan B’ is, […]
The prized GPS
The politicians pontificate and manoeuvre with eloquent manifestos and pronouncements saying little about the challenges we must confront. – Ratu Joni Madraiwiwi, Fijian lawyer, legal scholar, jurist, and politician They are losing a lot of sleep in Malaya. Politicians, I mean. Political machination is keeping them wide awake, out of fear that if they fall […]
PPSMI aimed at mastering scientific fields
KUALA LUMPUR: The teaching and learning of Mathematics and Science in English (PPSMI) is aimed at mastering scientific fields right from school level, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said. The prime minister said to master Science, Malaysians would first need to be proficient in English as in the West, the field develops and progresses through the use of the […]
