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By Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim The world stands at a crossroads. As climate disasters escalate, resources dwindle, and the race to net-zero intensifies, science has never been more critical to human survival and economic resilience. Talk about the economy going circular will not happen without adequate investment in science. Even the latest inroads in […]

Navigating the clash with politics By Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Many bad news on education lately. More and more unhealthy and uncalled for disruption from politics. Should politics come first? Or education? Logically, good education should give rise to healthy politics. Whilst, the excessive intrusion of politics into education can destroy education. Once education

By Mohammad Tariqur Rahman In today’s reality, higher education, particularly university education worldwide, is aimed at producing ‘human capital’ who are primarily meant to contribute to a nation’s economic prosperity while serving the individual needs for financial salvation. The human capital theory argues that education requires investment, which in turn yields future returns. At the

By Turukesh Vellasamy At my grandfather’s care home in Penang, the staff works tirelessly to care for dozens of elderly residents. Yet, one incident remains etched in my memory: an elderly woman, frail but full of life, collapsed alone in her room. No one noticed for hours. When help arrived, it was too late. Stories

By Lee Wai Guan and Dr. Maisarah Hasbullah The World Energy Council (WEC) highlights that a healthy energy system relies on three equally vital pillars: energy security — ensuring a stable supply despite market disruptions; energy equity — providing universal access to affordable and sufficient energy; and environmental sustainability — driving the transition to low-carbon,

By Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Malaysia stands at a pivotal juncture. As the nation crafts its 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), it confronts the end of an era of economic playbook. Fossil fuels face decline as the pressures to decarbonise heat up. Palm oil’s expansion plans look remote as labour pains continue to haunt the

How TikTok Shop is helping businesses to thrive in Malaysia’s new retail playground By Yusniza Kamarulzaman You’re scrolling at 2am just to relax. A few swipes later, you see a flash deal: “RM0.01 offer now” The countdown timer ticks, the coupon pops up, and before you know it, a parcel is on its way to

By Noraisah Yusop In Malaysia’s rapidly urbanising landscape, physical development is often equated with national progress. Skyscrapers, mega infrastructure projects, and high-density condominiums dominate the skyline, offering a visual narrative of modernity and economic advancement. The excessive construction of high-rise condominiums, commercial blocks, and retail complexes, frequently disconnected from actual demand, local needs, or infrastructure