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Workers work at a residential area under construction at Puncak Alam in Selangor on November 1, 2018. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

Malaysia’s sustainable construction needs integrated finance, not fragmented incentives — Zafira Nadia Maaz and Nor Amaleena Mazlan

Members of the public attend the Rumah Terbuka Hari Raya Bersama Mekdi 2026 event at the McDonald’s Bandar Baru Bangi Drive Thru in Selangor on April 3, 2026. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

Malaysia is not as divided as we think, until we make it so — Ben Fong Kok Seng

A person looks at social media on a mobile phone on October 24, 2025. — AFP pic

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

What you keep to yourself — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

A person holds a sign that reads, “Trump Must Go Now!”, during a protest against the US-Israeli conflict with Iran in New York City on April 7, 2026. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 09 Apr 2026

Damning shame when Trump was not denounced for his apocalyptic threat — Hafiz Hassan

A general view of the “Himpunan Rider Madani” event is seen at Laman MBPJ in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on July 22, 2023. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

What You Think / 08 Apr 2026

Political economy is the fight of our time — Ahmad Ibrahim

Malaysian Ringgit notes are pictured on January 30, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

What You Think / 08 Apr 2026

What money can’t measure when it comes to poverty — Nik Zirwatul, Shuhaida Salleh

Japan’s response to similar vulnerabilities has been to redesign supply chains—not for maximum efficiency, but for maximum reliability. — AFP pic

What You Think / 07 Apr 2026

The world on fire amidst fuel, food, fertilisers and animal feed disruption — why Japan can step forward — Phar Kim Beng

The research building of the Shahid Beheshti University, which was damaged by a strike, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 4, 2026. — Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) handout pic via Reuters

What You Think / 07 Apr 2026

The US and Israel are committing obvious war crimes while the world largely remains silent — Valiollah Mohammadi

Visitors at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur on February 2, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

What You Think / 07 Apr 2026

Museums are our next economic frontier — Mustapa Mohamed

According to the author, aquaculture is too important to fail. As our planet’s population grows and our oceans strain under pressure, we need farmed fish. — Picture via Twitter/Bernama

What You Think / 07 Apr 2026

The hidden cost of putting fish on your dinner plate — Ahmad Ibrahim

The author argues that the West Asia crisis has already triggered lasting structural disruptions to energy, supply chains and global markets, making future studies and long-term strategic planning essential for Malaysia and Asean to prepare for sustained uncertainty. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

With or without a ceasefire: The West Asia crisis demands Malaysians to take future studies seriously — Phar Kim Beng

The author argues that reckless driving can meet the legal threshold for murder under Section 300(d) of the Penal Code when the offender knowingly engages in imminently dangerous conduct likely to cause death, supporting the decision to pursue murder charges in fatal road incidents. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

Driving that kills: When the law stops calling it an accident — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that Malaysia’s current dependency laws under the Civil Law Act limit compensation for wrongful death to purely financial losses, raising broader questions about whether the legal system adequately reflects the true value of a human life and the need for reform. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

Fatal motor accident: It’s about the worth of a life — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that establishing a sovereign wealth fund is key for Sabah to turn its resource revenues into long-term financial assets, reduce dependence on federal funding, and secure sustainable, inclusive economic growth for future generations. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

Sabah sovereign wealth fund as means of empowering state fiscal capacity — Firdausi Suffian

A worker cleans up an oil spill at a beach in Ventanilla, Peru. The authors argue that early detection is critical in preventing small oil leaks from escalating into major environmental crises, highlighting how faster, on-site screening using bioluminescent bacteria could significantly improve response times and reduce damage to marine ecosystems and coastal economies. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

Catching oil spills before they become disasters — Arash Rasti and Khor Sook Mei

The author argues that oil is not just a raw commodity but a complex system whose refining and distribution underpin transport, agriculture and industry, warning that disruptions — especially along key routes like the Strait of Hormuz — can trigger cascading economic shocks across global supply chains. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 06 Apr 2026

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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

Malaysia’s sustainable construction needs integrated finance, not fragmented incentives — Zafira Nadia Maaz and Nor Amaleena Mazlan

Malaysia is not as divided as we think, until we make it so — Ben Fong Kok Seng

What you keep to yourself — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

Damning shame when Trump was not denounced for his apocalyptic threat — Hafiz Hassan

Political economy is the fight of our time — Ahmad Ibrahim

What money can’t measure when it comes to poverty — Nik Zirwatul, Shuhaida Salleh

The world on fire amidst fuel, food, fertilisers and animal feed disruption — why Japan can step forward — Phar Kim Beng

The US and Israel are committing obvious war crimes while the world largely remains silent — Valiollah Mohammadi

Museums are our next economic frontier — Mustapa Mohamed

The hidden cost of putting fish on your dinner plate — Ahmad Ibrahim

With or without a ceasefire: The West Asia crisis demands Malaysians to take future studies seriously — Phar Kim Beng

Driving that kills: When the law stops calling it an accident — Hafiz Hassan

Fatal motor accident: It’s about the worth of a life — Hafiz Hassan

Sabah sovereign wealth fund as means of empowering state fiscal capacity — Firdausi Suffian

Catching oil spills before they become disasters — Arash Rasti and Khor Sook Mei

Oil is never just oil: When refining fails, the world falters — Phar Kim Beng