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The author argues that calls to ban vaping devices in response to the discovery of synthetic drugs in vape liquids risk addressing only the symptoms rather than the underlying causes of the problem. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

‘Piu Piu’, panic panic, ban ban — Kalaiselvam Murali

The author argues that the doctrine of ‘locus standi’ remains a critical threshold in Malaysian public interest litigation. — Pexels pic

Decision of High Court on unilateral child conversion laws in six states explained — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that the rise of electric vehicles is reshaping the global tyre industry, creating new opportunities for natural rubber due to its low rolling resistance while simultaneously demanding higher-quality materials and hybrid formulations that could transform traditional rubber supply chains and livelihoods. — Pexels pic

How your next electric car will reshape the global rubber business — Ahmad Ibrahim

File photo of Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur. The authors argue that Malaysia’s ‘dataran’ are far more than open public spaces, serving instead as living heritage sites that foster civic identity, preserve collective memory and sustain community life by connecting historic architecture with contemporary social and cultural experiences.

Dataran, the open heart of our urban heritage — Zuraini Md Ali and Nor Hayati Hussain

Empty seats are seen in the Dewan Rakyat while Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir speaks during a parliamentary sitting on March 2, 2026. Absenteeism among MPs has sparked renewed debate over  accountability and parliamentary attendance. — Bernama pic

It’s not fun when MPs play truant — Mustafa K Anuar

Metastatic breast cancer, often referred to as secondary breast cancer, develops when cancer cells from the original breast tumour spread to distant organs such as the bones, lungs, liver, brain, or lymph nodes. — Pexels pic

Metastatic breast cancer is not the end of it all — Nik Nur Syazni Nik Mohamed Kamal

The aviation industry isn’t just having a bad year. According to a new analysis, the sector is facing a perfect storm of three serious, simultaneous crises. — AFP pic

Challenges confronting the aviation business, future air travel impacted — Ahmad Ibrahim

Digital infrastructure is becoming part of the basic urban system. Broadband connectivity, data centres, cloud infrastructure, digital payment systems, urban sensors, platform networks, and geospatial data are no longer separate from the built environment. — Pexels pic

The digital economy is rewriting urban land value — Nor Amaleena Mazlan and Zafira Nadia Maaz

This illustration shows 74 nuclear reactors under construction as of March 2026. — Referenced from ForoNuclear

Why Malaysia must assess its readiness before launching a nuclear power programme — Sheriffah Noor Khamseah Al-Idid Syed Ahmad Idid

Industrial Court rulings continue to shape employer obligations in post-retirement employment disputes. — Unsplash pic

Too old to work? Post-retirement dismissal — Leonard Yeoh and Stella Beh

Economists warn that distortions in diesel pricing have a broader impact on inflation compared to petrol subsidies. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Diesel or petrol? Why Malaysia’s real economic engine hinges on the wrong fuel — Ahmad Ibrahim

Consumers increasingly turn to POV content on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram Reels to shape purchasing decisions and lifestyle choices. — Pexels pic

Buying stories: The rise of POV culture in marketing — Yusniza Kamarulzaman

Section 117(2)(b) provides that where the offence under investigation is punishable with death or imprisonment of fourteen years or more, the Magistrate may authorise detention not exceeding seven days on a first application. — Daily Express pic

Remand can be incompatible with constitutional guarantee that no person shall be deprived of his liberty save in accordance with law — Hafiz Hassan

One striking finding from the analysis was that companies that integrated AI responsibly didn’t reduce headcount—they reallocated it. — Pexels pic

The robot in the warehouse isn’t the enemy, complacency is — Ahmad Ibrahim

As researchers in cancer immunology, we believe science should not remain confined within laboratories or academic journals. Scientific discoveries achieve their greatest impact when knowledge reaches the public. — Pexels pic

Why immunotherapy is the new hope for cancer patients — Norfarazieda Hassan

Lawyers Ong Shu Cing, Aida Suhailah and Jessy Lai photographed at Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad in Kuala Lumpur, February 8, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Every state and its leaders must practise the concept of ‘al-ta’ayush’ — Hafiz Hassan