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A time to find peace and joy in our hearts

HARI Raya Aidilfitri is less than a week away, as Ramadan draws its curtains to mark a religious victory for Muslims who strengthened their resolve and willpower through the act of fasting.

Analysis

Betrayal, punishment and by-elections

THEY were personal friends and golfing partners, but it looks like Bersatu politician Dato Abdul Rashid Asari and party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin won’t be hitting golf balls together anymore.

Why Not?

It’s a season of peace, not hate

With Hari Raya and the Hindu New Year just days away, it is time for self-reflection, forgiveness, and even love. But there are still many among us who want to breed hate and disunity.

Citycism

54-hour road closures ‘bad for business’

BACK in September 2023, a seasoned hotelier sang praises of the Melaka Chief Minister when a group of friends decided to hang out at a restaurant to catch up with the latest happenings in the state.

Sports Box

Sivasangari is riding high, but we have to hold our horses

COMING out of adversity takes a lot of character and courage.

Positive Parenting

Is it safe to stay vegetarian once I get pregnant?

Women who are vegetarian or vegan might wonder if their diet is sufficient to sustain both them and their unborn child.

#Abidinideas

An eventful Ramadan season

IT’S been a busy Ramadan.

Tell Me About

Prostate cancer: A common male cancer that is slow to grow

As such, it just requires monitoring, without treatment, in the early stages.

So Aunty, So What?

Perils of the trusting shopper

EVERY morning, I take five pills for my health. One is for my blood pressure, the rest are supplements I have been taking for years for my joints, eyes and energy.

The Doctor Says

A right to health for all persons

The theme for the 2024 World Health Day is 'My Health, My Right'.

Over the Top

This Hari Raya, I ask forgiveness from all Malaysians for Islam and our nation

In today’s article, my wife and I - two Muslims born in Malaysia - would like to ask for forgiveness from all our Malaysian brethren, whether we know them or not, whether our paths have crossed or not.

Pinang Points

Make rail travel user-friendly

THE new KTM Komuter service between Butterworth in Penang, and Ipoh in Perak provides value for money.

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