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Prabowo’s bold corruption crusade

President’s proposal seeks to offer pardons in exchange for returning stolen assets but can it heal Indonesia’s deep-rooted graft crisis?

Living

My Tipsy-Turvy 2024 in 24 drinks: The most memorable drinks of the year

With 2024 coming to an end, let's take a look back at 24 of the best drinks we've had over the past year.

Over the Top

When does 2+3 not equal 5?

ON this last day of 2024, I find myself pondering the true meaning of education again.

A Winning Factor

A league turned upside down: Why the EPL is the best in Europe

LOOKING at the league table after the Boxing Day and weekend fixtures, there are familiar and surprising names in intriguing positions.

Women's World

Detoxing your armpits to reduce body odour and promote skin health

There are a few ways to do localised detoxification of that infamous source of sweaty scent, i.e. our armpits.

Books

The best live-action screen recreations of iconic comic book scenes

For a comic book fan, nothing beats the feeling of seeing your favourite panels come to life on the big screen. Here are some of our favourites.

Making Progress

Reflections on a decade of writing, living, and growing

As I sit down to write this column, my final one for the year 2024, a whirlwind of emotions stirs within me.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

Are morning erections normal?

Dear Dr G, I'm a 25-year-old dealing with the embarrassing issue of morning wood.

Musings

Looking forward to 2025

Ceasefire in Gaza, world peace, intelligent policies, climate change solutions and no cruelty against animals – it’s not too much to wish for in the new year, right, asks the writer.

The Star Says

Critical to get PLKN 3.0 right

A NEW year is an opportunity for self-reflection and self-improvement, and 2025 is no different.

On The Beat

Resolutions, but no solutions

Promising oneself to make things better seems a tough thing to do. It’s much better to just live each day and enjoy the Malaysia we have.

It's Just Politics

Politics is brutal

Once again the twisty politics in 'Dune: Prophecy' sends the columnist down a rabbit hole as characters and plot points bring local manoeuvres to mind.