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PMX needs to shine in 2025

The lack of a rival contender and a bit of luck were some of the things that helped Anwar through the year but he will have to pull off an economic turnaround in the coming year.

Sports Box

A bumpy year ends, let’s hope a bumper year lies ahead

IT has not been a year to cherish.

Citycism

Growing Melaka’s tourism beyond historic city centre

TOURISM players and hoteliers in Melaka are beaming as holidaymakers flock to the historic city.

Why Not?

Bullies, boors and needless deaths

THE new year is almost upon us, and it’s a welcome new year. After all, the one that is just ending gave us little reason to celebrate.

At Full Swing

Japan’s Matsuyama shines brightest for Asian golf in ’24

As another year draws to a close, one thing remains certain – the sun always rises in the Far East with Japan truly basking in the glory of its most famous golfing son – Hideki Matsuyama.

Books

The tale of 'Shatter Special', the world's first fully computerised comic book

The first-ever fully computerised comic book 'Shatter Special' was published 40 years ago, a milestone that should not be ignored.

Positive Parenting

Can a parent be a friend to their child?

As a child enters adolescence, some parents might want to be their friend, rather than a figure of authority.

Tell Me About

When there is calcium in the arteries

The deposition of this mineral on plaques in our heart arteries can contribute to chest pain and heart attacks.

So Aunty, So What?

My laidback summer holiday (by default) in Adelaide

After a few hiccups, a long awaited trip gets tripped up by a faulty car.

Comment

Why did Jokowi’s firing take so long?

The political rift leading up to the former Indonesian president’s dismissal from his own party was years in the making.

The Doctor Says

Our rights as patients to be safe

There is a risk of harm even as we seek to be treated for our health, which is why patient safety rights are so important.

Pinang Points

Let hope and peace shine bright this Christmas

LIGHT has significant meaning for Malaysians of various faiths and culture.