Category Archives: On the Beat
Discourse vital in democracy ( 14 February 2016 )
We don’t have to agree with each other but we must have meaningful discussions to have a healthy exchange of opinion. That’s how we learn. FINALLY, we get to see some common sense and sanity. Malaysians certainly welcome the decision […] Continue Reading
Another year, another reunion ( 07 February 2016 )
The modern Malaysian Chinese family has come a long way. Many practices have been ‘adjusted’ but some things never change. NOT many families want to talk about it openly. But the all-important Chinese New Year reunion dinners have become more […] Continue Reading
Kedah’s ‘cursed’ position ( 31 January 2016 )
The state has a record number of mentris besar who could not hold on to their seats till the end of their term. THE removal of Datuk Mukhriz Mahathir (pic) as Kedah Mentri Besar has been described as extraordinary by […] Continue Reading
Don’t be obsessed with titles ( 24 January 2016 )
Malaysia is in danger of becoming a laughing stock because of our fixation with titles. We must not forget that respect and honours must be earned. A FEW months back, I had the honour of being appointed an adjunct professor […] Continue Reading
Winning not one but all the races ( 17 January 2016 )
We need to accept the fact that ours is a plural society – with all its good and bad. Our leaders must remember that they are leaders of all Malaysians. They must win the hearts of all races, not just […] Continue Reading
Islamic law affects all of us ( 10 January 2016 )
The Indira Gandhi case has broken the hearts of many Malaysians, including many Muslims, who understand what justice is all about. I HAVE always thought that the court is one place where we can seek redress and justice. Where righteousness, uprightness […] Continue Reading
Say ‘no’ to extremism ( 03 January 2016 )
Fireworks light up the sky over KLCC during New Year celebrations in Kuala Lumpur on January 1st 2016. As we look forward to 2016, we should remember to support voices of moderation. Malaysia needs it. I AM an optimist by […] Continue Reading
Moderate is the way to go ( 27 December 2015 )
MALAYSIANS whine and complain a lot – it’s both good and bad. The good part is that we obviously want the country to improve, to set new benchmarks so that we can match the best performing nations globally. And we […] Continue Reading
Let’s rise above racial rants ( 20 December 2015 )
We must stick together to face challenges of the new year. Malaysia needs us. IT’S wishful thinking, perhaps, but then it’s still a wish that many Malaysians, we are sure, would cherish for Malaysia. Wouldn’t it be nice if some […] Continue Reading
IS no friend to Muslims ( 13 December 2015 )
Bangladeshi and Yemeni Americans join supporters to protest against Islamic State and political and religious extremism during a rally in the Detroit suburb of Hamtramck, Michigan December 11, 2015. – REUTERS DONALD Trump is a serious mental case. It will […] Continue Reading
