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Private health insurance should therefore be understood as one component of a broader approach to financial protection, rather than a complete solution. — Freepik pic

What You Think / 12 Apr 2026

The illusion of coverage — Nur Balqis Zahirah Ali, Ng Rui Jie and Rumana Akhter Saifi

The author argues that negotiations over a US-Iran conflict should include Southeast Asian maritime stakeholders. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

Why all sides, including the Malacca littoral states, must be at the table in Islamabad — Phar Kim Beng

The disruption of oil flows, particularly through critical maritime chokepoints, has sent tremors across global markets and raised the spectre of surging fuel prices that could cascade into higher costs for goods and services. — Unsplash pic

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

Resilience must be central as US-Israeli war on Iran shakes global stability — Abdillah Noh

Fuel subsidies can remain as a temporary stabilisation tool during acute volatility, but they should not be the primary welfare instrument. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

Subsidies can’t save us forever: Why Malaysia must rethink crisis protection — Khoo Ying Hooi

The negotiations must grapple with a dense web of interlocking issues — sanctions, military de-escalation, regional proxy conflicts, and above all the security of the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most vital energy chokepoint. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

War was easy, peace is hard: Why the April 20 deadline will slip — Phar Kim Beng

The problem is not a lack of diplomatic forums; the United Nations, G20 and countless summits already exist. The crisis is one of diplomatic intent and method. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

Statesmanship must make a comeback to counter diplomacy deficit — Ahmad Ibrahim

Tabung Haji’s resilience depends on depositors who choose to remain even after they no longer need to save for their own pilgrimage. — File picture by Hari Anggara

What You Think / 11 Apr 2026

Of resilience and profits — Mohamed Hadi Abd Hamid and Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri

A patient undergoes dialysis treatment equipment at a medical facility. The article highlights how disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could affect global petrochemical supply chains and, in turn, the availability of plastic-based medical consumables used in dialysis care in Malaysia. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Why the Hormuz crisis could become a dialysis crisis for Malaysia — Azrul Mohd Khalib

People watch a local channel at a barber shop in Islamabad. The author argues that the war has ultimately served the interests of defence industries, oil markets and political elites rather than ordinary people, exposing how conflict is driven less by ideals like peace or security than by profit and power. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

The war that reopened what was already open — Abbi Kanthasamy

Oil price fluctuations driven by global tensions can quickly translate into higher fuel costs for Malaysian motorists and businesses. — Picture by Choo Choy May

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Why a single strait in the Middle East can raise prices in Malaysia overnight — Andrew Woon

Rising global supply disruptions are expected to push up food prices in Malaysia, affecting everyday essentials. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Malaysia in the line of fire in a global polycrisis: Future-based strategic adaptation now a necessity — Phar Kim Beng

The author posits that successive crises, from Covid-19 to the US-Israel attack on Iran, reveal and reinforce a shared resilience that strengthens Malaysian identity and solidarity. — Picture by Farhan Najib

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Malaysians for Malaysia — Nur Ayuni Zainal Abidin

Fuel prices rising globally are adding pressure to subsidies and household costs in Malaysia, highlighting the need for timely economic adjustment. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Why adjustment following global shocks cannot wait — Goh Lim Thye

Prices on paper may look stable, but for many Malaysians, the cost of living tells a different story — widening the gap between policy and public trust. — Picture by Yusof Isa

What You Think / 10 Apr 2026

Malaysia’s real deficit is one of trust — Ahmad Ibrahim

Given that India, which gave us the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) and the law on arrest, has amended its CPC and therefore its law on arrest way back at the turn of the millennium, are we content with being stuck with a century-old law? — Pexels pic

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

Let not the hatred of a people lead you to injustice. Be just! — Hafiz Hassan

An illustration shows a map of the Strait of Hormuz and a 3D printed oil pipeline on March 23, 2026. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

News

Too hot in here: Universiti Malaya apologises, disqualifies theatre performance over steamy bed scene

Underrated: Peng Yuan Hokkien Mee in PJ Section 14 deserves its moment in the spotlight

Red bays are public after 6.30pm — MPAJ warns businesses against ‘chop’ culture following Ampang Point ops

Cheap but out of reach: Why Malaysians can’t quit their cars despite affordable public transport

How illegal ‘kereta sapu’ are hurting licensed Malaysian tour van, bus operators

How much was your raise? Malaysia’s 50 richest see wealth rocket up 30pc to US$116b

‘Better than doing nothing’: Hannah Yeoh defends Bangun KL, says it uses no public funds

Move it or lose it: DBKL goes on a 4,500-vehicle towing spree

Armed robbers hit Brickfields gold shop, flee with RM9.7m jewellery

Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms‑export shift since WW2

Penang CM: Physical works for next phases of Juru-Sungai Dua decongestion project to kick off in Q3

‘I don’t remember’ — Inspector who ran over traffic cops claims bewitched by ‘black magic’

DBKL announces 13-day, 24-hour closure of Lorong Jalan TAR for sewerage repairs

Anwar: Malaysia to prioritise domestic fuel, supply surplus to Australia

Tired of reckless drivers? Study shows 71pc of Malaysians support tougher traffic penalties

The illusion of coverage — Nur Balqis Zahirah Ali, Ng Rui Jie and Rumana Akhter Saifi

Why all sides, including the Malacca littoral states, must be at the table in Islamabad — Phar Kim Beng

Resilience must be central as US-Israeli war on Iran shakes global stability — Abdillah Noh

Subsidies can’t save us forever: Why Malaysia must rethink crisis protection — Khoo Ying Hooi

War was easy, peace is hard: Why the April 20 deadline will slip — Phar Kim Beng

Statesmanship must make a comeback to counter diplomacy deficit — Ahmad Ibrahim

Of resilience and profits — Mohamed Hadi Abd Hamid and Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri

Why the Hormuz crisis could become a dialysis crisis for Malaysia — Azrul Mohd Khalib

The war that reopened what was already open — Abbi Kanthasamy

Why a single strait in the Middle East can raise prices in Malaysia overnight — Andrew Woon

Malaysia in the line of fire in a global polycrisis: Future-based strategic adaptation now a necessity — Phar Kim Beng

Malaysians for Malaysia — Nur Ayuni Zainal Abidin

Why adjustment following global shocks cannot wait — Goh Lim Thye

Malaysia’s real deficit is one of trust — Ahmad Ibrahim

Let not the hatred of a people lead you to injustice. Be just! — Hafiz Hassan

Being gracious is different from being gratuitous in high-wire diplomacy in West Asia — Phar Kim Beng