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The future’s bright for Indonesia

While critics complain about nepotism and irregularities in Indonesia’s recent presidential election, investors are happy with the continuity and stability.

The Star Says

Council must ensure true press freedom

ON Wednesday, the Cabinet approved the Malaysian Media Council Bill. The plan is to table it in Parliament in June.

On The Line

Unenviable task for whoever succeeds Arul

THERE was a time when Malaysian hockey gave us hope. A few times, in fact.

Through Many Windows

A call to action amid global suffering

It is incumbent upon us, as members of the global community, to recognise our privilege and leverage it for the betterment of those less fortunate, says the writer.

Analysis

Bumi gathering must be more than talking shop

The opinion out there is that the Bumiputera Economic Congress next week needs to produce meaningful results and not just optics to shore up Malay support.

Sports Box

A cry for help, a roar of success – we have to listen

BERTRAND Rhodict is just 18, and he became one of the first athletes to qualify for the Paris Olympic Games. It was something to shout about.

Citycism

Review the use of firecrackers

HAS the legalisation of fireworks and firecrackers gotten out of hand?

Opinion

A hollow win for Tamil schools?

The Federal Court has declared that vernacular schools are here to stay. That’s good news for Chinese schools, despite the declining birth rate. But it’s a different story for Tamil schools.

#Abidinideas

Uphill journey for reforms

Just like cycling on hilly terrain, without determination and extra effort, it is possible to slide back down on the path to change.

Analysis

Taib’s career was unparalleled, distinguished and also controversial

TUN Abdul Taib Mahmud did not lose his patrician good looks nor his signature "smiling tiger" grin even as he began to falter in his role as governor of Sarawak.

So Aunty, So What?

To all the books I loved before, part 2

MY staircase is getting “booked” again. This time, I’ve taken space on all the steps where I have stacked bundled books that I am giving up for good.

Pinang Points

Caught in the bustle of a city of millions

YOU cannot miss a Malaysian walking on the streets of Bangkok. They are so apologetic and considerate.

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