A tribute to World Environment Day
The writer argues that the developed world must stop exporting plastic waste and take back responsibility.
Ravindran Raman Kutty
Batik Malaysia: Luxury in malls, missing on the streets
The writer says that for Batik Malaysia to become a true national symbol, it must move out of the cabinet and onto the streets—on the backs of schoolteachers, bus drivers, civil…
One hour inside, a struggle outside: The hidden gaps in hospital access in Malaysia
The writer laments: "For decades, many working Malaysians relied on private healthcare supported by insurance policies that promised security and choice. Yet, as the years…
Whose responsibility are Malaysia’s vagrants
"We like to tell ourselves we are a caring society. We hold campaigns. We post hashtags. We talk about mental health, social protection, inclusion. But what does all that talk…
Raya reflections: when hate drowns out harmony
The writer says that despite the negativity, Malaysia remains one of the best countries in the world to live in, adding that it's "a place where diversity is not just tolerated…
Billions bleeding, temples blamed: How Malaysia’s moral compass was turned upside down
The writer laments: "By the government's own estimates, Malaysia is losing money on a scale that should make every responsible leader lose sleep."
How kindness, not rage, should drive Malaysia’s roads
Emotional awareness, the writer enthuses, coupled with strong and creative public messaging, can help shift Malaysia's driving culture from hostility to humanity.
Port Klang’s meteoric rise: ASEAN’s maritime beacon and Malaysia’s pride
The writer says: "Port Klang's rise is not simply a numbers game. It's about building capacity, creating robust networks, and future-proofing Malaysia's role at the heart of the…
Living long, but dying alone? Reflections on Malaysia’s aging society
The traditional model of aging, where elders lived surrounded by children and grandchildren in multi-generational homes, is eroding.