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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addresses UiTM alumni and students in Shah Alam on September 26, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

‘Not a zero-sum game’: Anwar says he wants to help Malays, but not by denying others’ rights

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir (center) speaks to the media during a press conference at the Read Institute Youth Initiative held at Monash University Malaysia in Bandar Sunway, Selangor, September 26, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Akmal Nasrullah: Removing 30pc Bumiputera equity rule for private education will not weaken empowerment agenda

Hannah Yeoh suggests standardising routes to reduce road closures for KL running events Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh answers media questions after officiating the Mega Cleaning Programme under Hari Cuci Malaysia and conducting a walkabout at PPR Batu Muda September 26, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Hannah Yeoh suggests standardising routes to reduce road closures for KL running events

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addresses UiTM alumni and students in Shah Alam September 26, 2026, where he took a swipe at the Opposition over questions about his refusal to draw a prime ministerial salary. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Anwar questions Opposition priorities: ‘No salary, they’re angry; those who steal, they don’t mention’

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on December 6, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Even unfrozen assets won’t immediately cover Najib’s RM50m house-arrest fine, says son

A farmer and agricultural product trader lost more than RM1.15 million after falling victim to a love scam syndicate. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Woman loses RM1.15m after falling for love scam syndicate in Kuantan

Malaysia’s national professional men’s doubles pair, Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, are one step away from securing a medal at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Goh Sze Fei‑Nur Izzuddin storm into quarterfinals as Pearly Tan‑Thinaah sparkle with straight‑set wins

Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek is briefed by Kuala Pilah district police chief Superintendent Muhamad Mustafah Hussin during her visit to the school in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan, following the death of a Form Two student.
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Education Ministry orders immediate audit after Kuala Pilah Form Two student’s death, pupil detained to assist probe

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi cautioned against rushing to label actions ‘treasonous’ or ‘disrespectful’ without first understanding the constitutional roles of the institutions involved. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Zahid: Understand Constitution before branding actions ‘treasonous’ or ‘disrespectful’

Cambodian chain Legend Cinema signs a deal to screen Cambodian movies in Malaysia from December 2026, starting with its first outlet at the Sunshine Mall in Air Itam, Penang. — Picture from Facebook/Cambodian Cinema Department
Money  / 17 h ago

Cambodia’s Legend Cinema picks Penang for first Malaysian outlet, opening in Sunshine Mall by December

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addresses UiTM alumni and students at Dewan Agung Tuanku Canselor in Shah Alam September 26, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Anwar says company losses are not a crime — fraud, abuse and ‘sakau’ are another matter

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in Kuala Lumpur and 12 states until 8pm today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Storm clouds gather: MetMalaysia issues urgent alert for Kuala Lumpur and 12 states

China’s Chen Yujie (centre) beat Singapore’s Veronica Shanti Pereira (right) across the finish line in the women’s 100m final by 0.15 seconds during the 2026 Asian Games at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on September 25, 2026. — AFP pic
Sports  / 13 h ago

Asian’s new sprint queen: China’s Chen Yujie sets 100m record to claim Asian Games gold

Malaysian sprinter Shereen Samson Vallabouy (second left) competes in the women’s 400m heats at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium on September 25, 2026. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

No permanent coach leaves Malaysian sprinter Shereen weighing her next move after Asian Games exit

Malaysians in Bangkok have been urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant as persistent heavy rain and flooding continue to disrupt roads and daily activities across the Thai capital. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

As heavy rain and flooding continue in Bangkok, Malaysians urged to stay vigilant

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Kamal Amzan
Dr Kamal Amzan is the CEO of a private hospital with a background in Public Health. On LinkedIn.
 

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In Klang Valley hospitals, nurse-to-patient ratios sit at 1 to 10, far below safe standards, while over 20 per cent of specialist positions remain vacant. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
15 Jul 2025

Rakan KKM: No friend to those in need

The wreckage of the bus involved in a horrific accident that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students at KM53 of the East-West Highway near Gerik . — Bernama pic
11 Jun 2025

How many more must die on the roads before something is actually done?

An undated file photograph shows healthcare workers at a hospital in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic
20 May 2025

Why do we keep letting our nurses leave?

Starting today, the Ministry of Health made it official: drug prices must now be publicly displayed in every private hospital and GP clinic. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
01 May 2025

What drug price displays won’t fix

 

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The Health Ministry's call for transparency may force healthcare providers to repackage the same burden in other line items. — Picture by Farhan Najib
25 Apr 2025

Transparency alone won’t fix the system

According to the author, Bill O’Reilly’s comment didn’t reveal anything about Malaysia. It revealed the rot in a certain genre of American punditry — loud, lazy, and increasingly devoid of grace.
18 Apr 2025

Far right US commentator Bill O’Reilly didn’t offer insight, he offered a sneer

Healthcare must be treated as national infrastructure — not an afterthought. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
13 Apr 2025

Global economic uncertainties and their impact on the healthcare ecosystem 

The aftermath general view of Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru were affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Puchong on April 3, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
04 Apr 2025

What next after the blast at Putra Heights

Sim Tze Tzin speaks during the National Economic Forum 2019 in Kuala Lumpur August 30, 2019. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
04 Mar 2025

About those excessive charges for gloves, a reply to Sim Tze Tzin

The very essence of Islam, with its foundations in peace, submission to the divine, and the pursuit of knowledge, is often overshadowed by the acts of a few who, driven by a distorted understanding of their own faith, commit atrocities in its name. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
07 Apr 2024

Beyond the shadows: Islam’s true nemesis

Amidst this politicking, the nation faces dire challenges that require urgent attention and a stable government. ― Picture by Firdaus Latif
18 Jan 2024

Political chess in Malaysia

In a world where healthcare costs can bankrupt individuals and burden economies, no nation can afford to overlook the call for sustainable practices. — iStock pic
10 Nov 2023

Global mandate for sustainable healthcare: Lessons from Malaysia’s rising costs

Residential buildings destroyed in Israeli strikes are seen in Zahra City, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in southern Gaza City, October 19, 2023. — Reuters pic
21 Oct 2023

The time for action is now

Malaysia stands at a crossroads, with a historic opportunity to reshape its mental health narrative. — IStock.com/AFP pic
14 Oct 2023

The paradox of mental health: Malaysia’s post-pandemic journey

File picture of the 12th Malaysia Plan mid-term review at the Dewan Rakyat in Kuala Lumpur September 12, 2023. ― Bernama pic
23 Sep 2023

Civility in governance: Our lost grace

The Jalur Gemilang is seen hanging on a lamp in Kuala Lumpur August 28, 2023. ― Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
16 Sep 2023

The rise, fall and lessons of Iraq and Afghanistan: Lessons for modern societies and Malaysia

The World Bank in 2022 lauded Malaysia’s efforts in providing universal healthcare through its public system, but it also highlighted growing concerns. — Bernama pic
05 Sep 2023

Dissecting Malaysia’s healthcare: The great dichotomy

People attend the Merdeka Day celebration in Putrajaya August 31, 2023. ― Picture by Miera Zulyana
31 Aug 2023

Understanding independence: A conceptual shift

The Quran, the holy text of Islam, is replete with verses that direct followers to appreciate the wonders of the universe — ironies that are too good to pass up. — AFP file pic
28 Aug 2023

Interweaving threads of knowledge: Expanding the horizons of religious studies

Muslim worshippers perform prayers at the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur March 22, 2023. ― Picture by Hari Anggara
18 Aug 2023

A cynical cantata on religion, power and progress

Election Commission personnel setting up the polling station at Sekolah Kebangsaan Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus August 11, 2023. ― Bernama pic
12 Aug 2023

The ironic circus we call democracy: Socrates, ice cream and the chilling reality

People are seen wearing protective masks as they walk along the Jalan Tun Perak in Kuala Lumpur, March 3, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
03 Apr 2022

Drawing the line between faith and justice

Workers wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) bury the body of a Covid-19 victim at a cemetery in Shah Alam February 11, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
21 May 2021

To survive, evolve

A dose of the Pfizer-BioTech Covid-19 vaccine is pictured at the UiTM Hospital in Sungai Buloh March 2, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Hari Anggara.
02 May 2021

Covid-19, beyond numbers

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13 Aug 2019

Education is the engine for growth and change

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17 Dec 2018

Best for your kid, best for the country

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04 Dec 2018

HIV isn't a crime, its discrimination is

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01 Dec 2018

Peace isn’t the absence of chaos

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20 Nov 2018

Real leaders say 'Let's go!'

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06 Feb 2018

Getting our priorities right

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24 Jan 2018

Racism isn’t patriotism

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11 Jan 2018

Calories can’t tell the time

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04 Jan 2018

Is courtesy extinct?

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27 Dec 2017

The difference between sensitivity and intolerance

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18 Dec 2017

The sanctity of life on Malaysian roads

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23 Aug 2016

An independent nation that is truly Merdeka

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04 Jul 2016

Lessons of Ramadan

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29 Jun 2016

Vaccinations work... do it now!

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19 May 2016

Mothers and their children should not be separated

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11 May 2016

Time to take care of our doctors

 

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Malaysia’s national professional men’s doubles pair, Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, are one step away from securing a medal at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games. — Bernama pic
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Goh Sze Fei‑Nur Izzuddin storm into quarterfinals as Pearly Tan‑Thinaah sparkle with straight‑set wins

 
Malaysians in Bangkok have been urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant as persistent heavy rain and flooding continue to disrupt roads and daily activities across the Thai capital. — AFP pic
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As heavy rain and flooding continue in Bangkok, Malaysians urged to stay vigilant

 
The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) has taken proactive steps to safeguard the nation’s food supply by establishing a special committee two months ago to prepare for the possible impact of El Nino.— Picture by Farhan Najib
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Fama readies warehouses nationwide with buffer stocks as El Niño threat rises