[COLUMNIST] Mapping the literacy of bilingual children, home where it all begins
Bilingual children are open to a wider opportunity to connect to vast information, opinions, and cultural insights ahead of their first language.
Sat May 18 2024
Consider This: Ketum (Part 2) - Rehab Perspectives on Ketum Classification
Despite its long history in Malaysian culture, ketum remains a divisive issue, with conflicting opinions on how to address its classification and regulation. The general lack of understanding surrounding ketum also makes meaningful public discourse a daunting task. How can we navigate this to shed light on the realities of ketum use? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Raja Azizan Raja Suhami, Secretary-General of Malaysian Substance Abuse Council (MASAC).
Tue May 14 2024
Consider This: Ketum (Part 1) - What Scientific Research Reveals About Ketum
Despite its long history in Malaysian culture, ketum remains a divisive issue, with conflicting opinions on how to address its classification and regulation. The general lack of understanding surrounding ketum also makes meaningful public discourse a daunting task. How can we navigate this to shed light on the realities of ketum use? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Zurina Hassan, Researcher at USM’s Centre for Drug Research. In 2021, she was selected as one of only ten recipients worldwide of a German research award to fund her research on ketum.
Tue May 14 2024
King advises political leaders to avoid extremism in giving opinions on religious, racial issues
His Majesty said recent events should serve as a wake-up call for all parties on their responsibility to maintain unity of the nation.
Tue Apr 09 2024
All eyes on Hajiji's position as Sabah Chief Minister
The political turmoil in Sabah has resulted in leaders of political parties in the state to voice out differing opinions as to the status of Hajiji Noor as the chief minister.
Sat Jan 07 2023
Let UMNO MT decide on negotiation with Pas - Ismail Sabri
The party listens to views from all quarters...anyone can express their opinions, but in the end, the MT will decide, Ismail Sabri said.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Ismail Sabri not distracted by party and politics, remains focused on running the country
Party members are free to give their opinions but that doesn't distract me, Ismail Sabri said.
Tue Aug 23 2022
MoF to start 2023 Pre-Budget Tour to gather input from stakeholders
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) will begin the 2023 Pre-Budget Tour soon to gather ideas, opinions and suggestions from all stakeholders, Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said.
Wed Jun 08 2022
Amanah appreciates differences of opinion on big tent proposal - Mohamad Sabu
Amanah respects the differing opinions expressed by various quarters on the "Big Tent" proposal for Pakatan Harapan (PH) to face GE15 but feels a proper understanding is required.
Mon Apr 18 2022
Anti-hopping bill to be tabled after conclusion of engagement sessions - Wan Junaidi
The bill for an anti-hopping law and to limit the tenure of the prime minister for up to 10 years will only be tabled at the Dewan Rakyat after opinions and input from all quarters were obtained.
Fri Mar 18 2022
Students can be critical of government, not emotional - PM Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said students should express their opinions, especially relating to government policies, based on facts and solid evidence.
Wed Dec 08 2021
Compliance with campaign SOP required although difficult to follow - Party machinery
The grassroots of political parties involved in the campaign in the Melaka state election all have differing opinions on the SOP set by the Election Commission (EC).
Wed Nov 10 2021
UMNO's refusal to work with Bersatu just personal opinions - Ahmad Faizal
Faizal said Bersatu was always open to negotiations and was ready to work with anyone.
Sun Oct 10 2021
Acid test for His Majesty and his Brother Rulers
The Yang DiPertuan Agong is said to be meeting leaders beginning on Wednesday to hear their opinions on the current situation facing our country.
Wed Jun 09 2021
Can Bitcoin bring back justice to the financial system?
Experts have conflicting opinions on the future value of Bitcoin, with some predicting its value will continue to increase in the future and others saying that one day Bitcoin will not have any value.
Mon Apr 19 2021
Serangan Balai Polis Ulu Tiram: Dua tangkapan dibebas tanpa syarat
Tangkapan yang dibebaskan ialah seorang lelaki dan seorang wanita yang merupakan pelajar IPT yang ditangkap pada hari kejadian.
Wed May 22 2024
Pelbagai sektor sumbang pertumbuhan ekonomi Kuala Lumpur muncul bandar raya terhebat
Bidang penting lain antaranya pembuatan, teknologi dan perkhidmatan turut berperanan sebagai penyumbang pertumbuhan ekonomi di Kuala Lumpur.
Wed May 22 2024
PBB rancang laluan baharu selepas bantuan jeti terhenti di Gaza
Ramai penduduk Palestin yang terdesak memerlukan bantuan memintas trak dan menyebabkan penghantaran terhenti secara berterusan.
Tue May 21 2024
Putin puji hubungan Rusia dengan Iran
Presiden Rusia, Vladimir Putin memuji Presiden Iran, Ebrahim Raisi sebagai rakan strategik yang sangat dipercayai dan mengesahkan hubungan baik antara Rusia dan Iran akan berterusan.
Tue May 21 2024
Beberapa negara boleh main peranan dalam isu Gaza, walau sementara
Setiausaha Negara AS. Antony Blinken pada Selasa berkata beberapa negara boleh memainkan peranan penting, "sekurang-kurangnya secara sementara," jika diperlukan dalam membantu menawarkan sebarang bentuk keselamatan bagi Gaza selepas perang.
Bercakap pada pendengaran Jawatankuasa Kecil Peruntukan Senat, Blinken membuat komen itu apabila ditanya sama ada beliau berpendapat bahawa Arab Saudi dan Emiriah Arab Bersatu mempunyai keupayaan atau kemahuan untuk mengendalikan Semenanjung Gaza.
Bercakap pada pendengaran Jawatankuasa Kecil Peruntukan Senat, Blinken membuat komen itu apabila ditanya sama ada beliau berpendapat bahawa Arab Saudi dan Emiriah Arab Bersatu mempunyai keupayaan atau kemahuan untuk mengendalikan Semenanjung Gaza.
Tue May 21 2024
WHO gesa Israel tarik sekatan bantuan ke Gaza
Pertubuhan Kesihatan Sedunia (WHO) menyeru agar Israel menarik balik sekatan bantuan ke Gaza.
Tue May 21 2024
Tentera Israel terus mengganas di Jabalia, Rafah
Serangan serentak Israel di Semenanjung Gaza bulan ini telah menyebabkan penghijrahan baharu ratusan ribu rakyat Palestin.
Tue May 21 2024
PBB rancang laluan baharu selepas bantuan jeti terhenti di Gaza
Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (PBB) merancang laluan baharu untuk mengagihkan bantuan daripada jeti binaan Amerika Syarikat di Gaza.
Tue May 21 2024
Tentera Israel terus mengganas di Jabalia dan Rafah
Tentera Israel menceroboh lebih dalam ke Jabalia di utara Gaza, menyerang sebuah hospital dan memusnahkan kawasan kediaman dengan kereta kebal dan pengeboman udara, pada Selasa.
Tue May 21 2024
Berjihad tawarkan kepakaran memasak kepada 31,600 jemaah di tanah suci
Chef Anas Ahmad dari Perlis memilih untuk tinggalkan keluarga dan lupakan bisnes kedai makanan hanya untuk berbakti kepada 31,600 jemaah dengan menawarkan kemahiran memasaknya atas alasan ia adalah satu jihad kerana tiada wang yang banyak untuk diberikan.
Tue May 21 2024