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Placing education above all

MY graduation ceremony – when I received my Bachelor’s degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science – was a simple affair in the Peacock Theatre, where the bigger lectures were held.

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Questions of leadership

TRAVEL throughout September saw aspects of leadership being repeated­ly contemplated.

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Give respect where respect is due

The polemic over condolences for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II is expected but that is no reason to violate diplomatic protocol where paying respects are due.

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In the mood for better things to come

AFTER a rehearsal of some Broadway musical numbers a couple of weeks ago (my aunt persuaded me to observe her new choir), the singers on a whim decided to sing our national anthem before dispersing.

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Our Constitution remains vibrant

DRAMATIC changes between past and present occupants of our country’s highest offices provide an oppor­tunity to evaluate whether our Constitution is working as intended. Over the years, civil society has explored whether those inten­­tions are still appropriate today.

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History lessons amid popular culture

THE last local movie I reviewed in this column was Paskal (Calculating Paskal’s theorem, Oct 19, 2018). I called it a “good and important” movie showcasing the multi-ethnic composition of the navy.

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No hopping, political financing next!

THE Constitutional (Amendment) (No 3) Bill 2022 – “the anti-hopping Bill” – is journeying through the Dewan Rakyat as I write.

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Laying foundations for milestones

The inspirational effect of a sports champion on young compatriots cannot be understated in instilling the spirit of competition and respect among children.

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Refugee and autistic concerns

Necessary discourse on government policies should take place at higher institute of learning.

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Capturing opportunities for renewal

We need to work in concert with others in an interconnected web so that the smallest inspiration can grow exponentially.

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Contrasting national edifices

Malaysians can learn from countries whose citizens are bursting with national pride and religious confidence despite their pre-Islamic past.

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Powerful lessons from Bosnia

“WHAT did you do for Bosnia, and why?”

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