AS we reach two-thirds of Ramadan this year, issues from the past continue to plague us. Just this week, a non-Muslim endured an ordeal during a routine trip to a convenience store. While eating, the 21-year-old student was scolded by an elderly man who then proceeded to slap him multiple
KUCHING: A total of 45 people from the asnaf group in Satok were presented with assistance in the form of cash and food baskets. Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki distributed the aid in a ceremony at Dewan Anak Seni Kampung Bandarsah here today. Of the 45 recipients, 15 were from
There is something to be said about the use of figures in politics. In terms of allocations, the “billions and millions” are where it’s at. For some, the percentages matter when it comes to dividing up spoils. The prevailing opinion in Sarawak when it comes to oil and gas ownership
YOU either recognise Sarawak for its economic resilience and financial capacity or you don’t. That is the fundamental principle for Malayan leaders regarding the treatment of Sarawak. The issue stems from a duality in approach. When it comes to disbursing aid, federal allocations and grant payments, there is a prevailing
AS the standoff between Putrajaya and Sarawak drags on, articles and media coverage on the ongoing deal have significantly ramped up. However, the coverage has been largely one-sided – stories portray Sarawak as prioritising self-interest over the nation’s economic stability and well-being. Although not explicitly mentioned, the intention is clear.
THOSE are the three words that came to mind in the past few weeks when DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen accused the Sarawak government of ceding state rights, with little to no effect. Everyone knows by now that the Sarawak government under Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) has been working
TODAY is the second day of the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) triennial general meeting in the state’s capital, where delegates from throughout Sarawak congregate. While there is nothing out of the ordinary, more routine actually, this convention has a different air to it. While in other political parties, some
FOR the past few weeks, many have voiced disagreements over the federal government’s proposed move to fund the rebuilding in Gaza. This came after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim pledged Malaysia’s support for the global effort. There are many arguments for this because the overwhelming narrative is that there
Who could have guessed? Once again, social media has its knickers in a twist. This time, it was about whether a YB or an elected representative should go to the ground during natural disasters. The fact that we are arguing about it is preposterous. Then again, arguing over the most
Donald Trump is back in the White House, and from where we stand in the developing world, it’s hard not to feel a sense of déjà vu. Love or hate him, his return marks a turning point in global politics. But what does it mean for nations like ours, often
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