Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Category: Opinion

The right to believe

Man is made by his belief. As he believes, so he is. – Goethe, German philosopher From cradle to grave we are obsessed with a

Tawie

Names — You are free to choose

Bee to the blossom, moth to the flame; Each to his passion; what’s in a name? – Helen Hunt Jackson, American poet It has been

‘Paloi’ to argue over a datukship

Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups. – George Carlin, American comedian There are times when we, Sarawakians, have to learn to

Of sports, rewards and recognitions

A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever. – Mary Lou Retton, American gymnast Years of hard slog, physical preparations, mental focus, determination, self-discipline and time.

Jettisoning jurors is jejune justice

A right to jury trial is granted to criminal defendants in order to prevent oppression by the government. — Byron White, former Associate Justice, US Supreme

Happy Mother’s Day!

All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother. — Abraham Lincoln, 16th US President Happy Mother’s Day to all

Tawie

Valour worthy of emulation

Even against the greatest of odds, there is something in the human spirit — a magic blend of skill, faith, and valour — that can