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

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

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.

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

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

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".

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

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

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.

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.

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.

NOBODY experiences another country in a vacuum.