Merdeka: From colonial rule to digital colonisation
Imagine two different scenes. The first takes place many decades ago. A foreign power controls…
Between two languages: How the mother tongue shapes English
“Teacher, I didn’t do anything that bad to him!” This is typically how a child…
The guilt gap: Navigating the cultural conflict of elderly care in Malaysia
Malaysia is currently navigating a demographic transformation that is reshaping the traditional family structure. As…
True north: Shaping the future-ready student beyond the scroll
True north & future proof life Across the nation, the university application season has arrived…
Chains to change: Redefining possibility through Dr. Malik Yatam’s journey
We are living in a world where individuals are judged by their deeds. Nevertheless, Dr.…
Celebrating diversity through unity during festive celebrations, the Malaysian way
Malaysian diversity and unity Malaysia’s multicultural society has been recognised by the world for its…
Daily war: How Malaysians fight rising costs
Rising living costs have transformed everyday budgeting into a high-stakes battle for Malaysians. Households now…
Unity in frames: The enduring power of PETRONAS ‘iklan Raya’
As the holy month of Ramadan ended and now Syawal is celebrated, a familiar anticipation…
The rule of law: Why it matters and why citizens must uphold it
In recent months, Malaysia has experienced various public debates, controversies, and legal disputes that have…
Understanding population ageing and its implications for digital public service delivery in Malaysia
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 6 people worldwide will be aged…
When weariness becomes wisdom: Rethinking age, validation, and self-worth
Growing older is often assumed to be synonymous with becoming wiser. Yet lived experience suggests…
Bullying in schools: Where did we go wrong?
It begins quietly, a snide comment in the classroom, a shove in the corridor, a…
