Media's future tense in AI-driven world
An apartment door arrogantly demands a payment before it opens or closes — and threatens a lawsuit when an angry visitor tries to unscrew it. The scene from Philip K. Dick's science-fiction novel Ubik may have appeared fantastical when the book was published in 1969. But nearly six decades later, artificial intelligence-powered machines have brought the idea closer to reality. And if Elon Musk is right, AI would deliver "abundance" to the world.
Ripples over political bromance
Ong Kian Ming's declaration of support for Khairy Jamaluddin saw a surprising flood of public opinion about the man widely seen as PM material.
A gate between us
Modern security barriers risk destroying community spirit that once united residents.
Sukipt champs show that academic and sporting excellence go hand in hand
THE Higher Education Institutions Sports (Sukipt) meet has delivered its usual quota of broken records and beaming podiums.
Instruments of common purpose
Credit must be given to keep our country safe from the extremes that provocateurs are so keen to deploy.
Unscholarly behaviour gets outed
TWO academics were accused of plagiarism. One was an associate professor at China's Northwest University. Her case drew intense public interest because she was considered to be a literary prodigy and the daughter of an internationally acclaimed writer.
Historic street bridges banking eras
A PICTURESQUE 200m road in the heart of Penang's heritage enclave hides stories about global digitalisation and the breakneck speed at which we embrace online life.
Home is where the points are – but not always anymore
ONE key factor in winning the Premier League is winning your home games. Every team play 19 home games in a season.
Sarjit’s journey from Batu Pahat to Barcelona and back
BATU Pahat, Johor, has always been a town chiselled by folklore and factories. Its original name, Bandar Penggaram, recalls rocks carved by invaders and seafaring legends.
