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Dynastic politics fading in DAP

THE day had begun well for Gobind Singh Deo. He was upbeat and energetic when addressing the Selangor DAP convention, little knowing that this would be his last speech as the party’s Selangor chairman.

Hormones and Kids

'Adult' diabetes is increasingly affecting our children

This is strongly fuelled by the rising frequency of overweight and obesity among the younger generation.

Putting Dr G On The Spot

A plea for clarity on prostate cancer

I understand you are featuring prostate cancer for Movember, Men's Health Month this November.

It's Just Politics

Of fair weather friends and scapegoats

‘The rules in politics are different from those in other aspects of life, especially concerning friendships and support.’

Beyond boundaries

Is Trump bad news for Malaysia?

Apart from convincing the next US president to attend the Asean summit next year, the bigger challenge for a trading nation like Malaysia is to tackle an inward looking leader.

All the pieces matter

How America voted

Donald Trump made surprising gains among women, minorities, and youth.

Through Many Windows

Why politics and business should not mix in Malaysia

A reminder: The fusion of political power with business interests poses serious risks to our democracy, economy, and social fabric.

Behind The Headlines

Fooling themselves

Once more, political bias in US mainstream media misrepresents voting realities on the ground.

On The Beat

Missing the heartbeat of a nation

While most national media listen to so-called experts and politicians on how elections shape up, they often miss the people who really matter – the common folk. It’s a mistake the US media recently made, and one that some of us in the Malaysian media have also been guilty of.

The Star Says

Diverse in politics, steadfast in patriotism

THE whole world watches whenever the Americans go to the polls – as they say, “When America sneezes, the world gets a cold”, so we are invested.

On The Line

After 14 years, an in-depth audit on NFDP must be conducted

THE National Football Development Plan (NFDP) run and managed by the National Sports Council (NSC) must undergo all types of audit after more than a decade in the business.

Living

Scotch whisky meets Indian cuisine in this collaboration menu at Nadodi

When it comes to pairing food with drinks, most people would immediately think of wine. But as I’ve highlighted before, pairing food with other beverages such as spirits or cocktails can also be a rewarding experience.