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Lessons from the Japanese
COMPARING countries with different cultural backgrounds may not be fair but my recent trip to Japan had me taking notes.
A plague of pigeons
Out-of-control ‘sky rat’ population in Penang brings increased risks of fungal, bacterial infections and may trigger respiratory problems
How turtles reduce threat from jellyfish
JELLYFISH bobbing around Penang Island must seem like a delectable treat for the green sea turtle or penyu agar.
Caught in the bustle of a city of millions
YOU cannot miss a Malaysian walking on the streets of Bangkok. They are so apologetic and considerate.
Superheroes steal show at polls
IMAGINE the thrill and excitement of seeing The Incredible Hulk and The Amazing Spider-Man at polling stations in the recent state elections.
Navigating phone use while driving
HOW many of us glance at our phones while driving, either to read a message, answer a call or check our navigation route?
Regional solution needed
Politicians should not blame locals burning litter for yearly haze as this is a transboundary problem calling for cooperation across Asean
Get a dog tag to avoid paw-blems
SINCE my dog’s only goal in life is to stay indoors and laze in a corner, I never bothered to get her a licence.
