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Between population and productivity

China’s depopulation trend is often said to be a looming crisis, but the policy options available suggest that fears are overdone.

On The Beat

Dirty city that’s an atrocity

Conditions are so bad they are drawing royal ire and turning off tourists.

Opinion

Discuss more, don’t rush proposed changes

ON Monday, the government tabled the Communications and Multimedia (Amendments) Bill 2024 (CMA) and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (Amendments) Bill 2024 (MCMC) in Parliament.

Analysis

Two tigers on a Penang mountain

THERE are two tigers on a mountain in Penang and it is no secret that one of them is the Chief Minister and the other is the former chief minister.

Citycism

Call to extend legislative sessions

THE Sarawak Legislative Assembly should seriously consider the call by backbenchers to extend its sitting days.

Sports Box

New year brings new tidings for pro Zii Jia, PCM, FAM and BAM

SO, professional men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia is set to be without a coach again.

On Your Side

Swayed by the gig economy

A CONVERSATION with a Grab driver a few days ago was instructive.

A Winning Factor

Chaos, consistency and contenders: The Premier League heats up

THE contest between Liverpool and Manchester City is typically a chaotic affair, brimming with goals and the occasional cards.

Over the Top

Sins of a democracy

THE shock of a very right-wing Donald Trump winning a second term as President of the United States – that so-called “shining example of democracy” – made me think about what is happening in Malaysia.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

Debunking myths before the snip

My wife and I are blessed with two beautiful children, both in their teens. I have nightmares about her getting pregnant again, as the twins were born prematurely, and both my wife and I had a terrible experience.

Through Many Windows

The forgotten virtues: compassion and critical thinking

Our education system must move beyond rote learning and encourage students to be compassionate and think critically.

On The Beat

Keeping the flag flying

A Prime Minister who stays put in the country brings little benefit to the nation. He needs to travel, meet leaders and bring investments, besides promoting the country. The cost, of course, has to be justified, too.

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