Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Author: M Rajah

My tribute to our very own ‘Pocket Hercules’ Bonnie

Everybody expected me to win gold and that I would win, but I still had to work hard, to go to training, to be at the top of my game. A lot of people forget that. – Esther Vergeer, Netherlands’ wheelchair tennis star after winning her fourth Paralympic gold When

Diabetes not a death sentence — a personal journey of triumph

My diabetes is such a central part of my life… it did teach me discipline… it also taught me about moderation… I’ve trained myself to be super-vigilant… because I feel better when I am in control. — Sonia Sotomayor, American lawyer  It feels surreal. Just last week, I was sharing

Viva Sarawak!

We have provided the best services and, hopefully, this will be a benchmark (not just for sports) but for the bigger agenda of fostering a spirit of friendship among athletes and youth. – Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg The just-ended 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) will forever be

Salary hike comes with efficiency, remember that!

With bad laws and good civil servants it’s still possible to govern. But with bad civil servants even the best laws can’t help. – Otto von Bismarck, Prussian stateman The impending salary increment ranging from seven to 15 per cent for our 1.6 million civil servants while getting the thumbs-up

Silent takeover by foreigners …

Local governments appear to be oblivious to the illegal businesses run by illegal immigrants. The obvious reason is that the illegals are the easiest prey for the corrupt practices of some enforcement officers.– Letter to Editor, Focus Malaysia I am sure the authorities are aware of it; but are they

AirAsia increases Asean flights to 3,281 weekly to boost regional tourism

SEPANG: AirAsia is playing a key role in helping to boost tourism and economic growth in the Asean region. The regional airline increased its international and domestic flight frequencies with a weekly 3,281 flights across 10 Asean countries, offering more travel options and flexibility. AirAsia Malaysia managing director Datuk Captain

Yes, everyone can fly now but it can be stressful …

“I had a ticket for an AirAsia flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan, scheduled at 3.10 pm on Saturday (July 20). At 8.40 am, I received an SMS informing me of a delay to 5.55 pm. However, upon hotel checkout at 2 pm, I found out the flight was further

Demand? What demand!

I have never taken the rights of Petronas over gas resources and gas distribution. There are people who say that Petronas will be badly affected by Petros. No, no such thing. I know that it is a sin to take over the rights of others. But it is also a

State development corporations can learn a thing or two from PKNS

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor State Development Corporation, known locally as Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS), is an example of a successful agency basking in effective governance and strategic planning which other state development corporations nationwide, including the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) should emulate. PKNS has made significant strides in

Cyberbullying – act fast, stop dragging your feet!

Unless and until our society recognises cyber bullying for what it is, the suffering of thousands of silent victims will continue. Cyber bullies can hide behind a mask of anonymity online and do not need direct physical access to their victims to do unimaginable harm. – Anna Maria Chavez, American