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This lady is no customary boss

Malaysia’s first woman Customs chief Datuk Anis Rizana Mohd Zainudin shows that she is one extraordinary lady.

The Star Says

Anti-sexual harassment justice must reflect the times

IT took two decades of pushing, and education, and awareness raising – mainly by women’s groups – to get the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act passed in 2022; it came into effect in March 2023.

Analysis

Is Selangor MB on the way up?

CRITICS claim that PKR’s Reformasi slogan has become “reformati” but the party’s recent anniversary rally suggested there are still many out there rooting for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Sports Box

The inspiring story of perseverance from our athletes

THE Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) is just a week away and I’m already sweating. And it’s cold sweat.

Citycism

Saving Klang Valley’s charming night markets

Improvements in cleanliness, creation of unique crafts can help increase footfall and attract tourists.

Opinion

Broader scope of property management

A letter from the PRESIDENT, The Association of Valuers, Estate Agents, Property Managers and Property Consultants in the Private Sector Malaysia.

Fitness

Set the 25-minute ‘tomato’ timer to work without interruption

The Pomodoro Technique involves breaking down tasks into timed intervals that are spaced out by mini breaks.

At Full Swing

Maruyama’s past heroics can fire up International spirit in Presidents Cup

TWENTY six years have passed since Shigeki Maruyama produced a performance for the ages by going a perfect 5-0-0 in his Presidents Cup debut at Royal Melbourne in Australia which sparked what has since become the lone International Team victory to date against the United States Team in the biennial competition.

On Your Side

London’s charm is falling down

Sporadic riots, rising cost-of-living and a spike in crime are symptomatic of the malaise that is gripping the United Kingdom, especially its capital.

Books

Crisis of identity: 20 years on, DC's 'Identity Crisis' continues to divide fans

Two decades on, DC Comics’ 'Identity Crisis' continues to divide critics and comic book fans alike with its shocking story and revelations.

Big Smile, No Teeth

What’s the worst thing in all the wide, wide expanse of space?

Space news caught our columnist’s attention – and promptly triggered some ‘can’t look away from the crash’ research. Now he wants to share the horror with his readers.

Living

Tipsy-Turvy Quick Shots: Beer champs, highballs, and swift nights

From newly crowned champions of a couple of competitions to some happening parties around town, here is a list of what's been going on in the drinks world lately.

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