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Malaysian athletics crying out for change – are we brave enough to do it? 

IMAGINE this – a new Malaysian Athletics (MA), led not by politicians or power brokers, but by former athletes who once shed blood, sweat and tears to fight for the Jalur Gemilang on the track.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

ABC of hepatitis and implications on sexual health

Dear Dr G, I understand that you are outlining various viral infections that can be prevented by vaccination during the month of May.

On The Beat

A craving for unworthy awards

The Malaysian love for titles has sprouted an industry selling dubious awards and honours. Genuine achievers, however, will always be recognised, they do not need to pay for it.

It's Just Politics

The clock is ticking

Oil, political intrigues and deadlines are among the main factors that may see elections being called sooner than expected.

Through Many Windows

Power without accountability corrupts nations

The lesson from history is painfully consistent: without effective checks and balances, abuse of power usually follows.

The Star Says

Sweet scents, bitter consequences

THE sleek, neon-coloured devices and sweet scent of mango or vanilla wafting through our public spaces tell a deceptive story.

Analysis

Hostilities in Penang DAP turn nasty

A JOURNALIST covering the Penang legislative assembly sitting has labeled the "Duduk!" (sit down) remark of Chief Minister (CM) Chow Kon Yeow as the "quote of the year".

Why Not?

Lessons from Tamil Nadu

IT looks like elections are in the air. And for Malaysian Indians, there is reason to be optimistic.

Citycism

When history floods back

HISTORY has a way of haunting cities that assume the lessons have ended.

#Abidinideas

Building a new breed of leaders

The sitting of Dewan Waghih highlighted how Negri Sembilan's diverse and merit-based youth assembly can become a model for principled, values-driven leadership in Malaysia.

So Aunty, So What?

She’s the great gene detective

WE have another "Oscar" winner! But unlike Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh's best actress win that was immediately known the moment she was crowned, Malaysians didn't cotton on to haematologist and physician-scientist Dr Thein Swee Lay's magnificent achievement until weeks later.

Opinion

Shaping Malaysia's ambition to be Asean's high-impact diagnostics hub

NEW vaccines and novel drugs often dominate headlines, but affordable diagnostics – the quieter sibling of medical innovation – brings universal health coverage to the remotest clinics.

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