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'Treasured friendships, memories as only non-Malay in school'
OUR MUHIBAH STORY | In April, Malaysiakini invited readers to submit a story about their cherished friendships or relationships that surpass race and religious barriers. Some shared about their friendship forged as children that have lasted a lifetime. Their stories have left a sense of nostalgia and longing for simpler times gone past. But some of Malaysiakini’s younger readers - who were not even born in those “good old days” - share that those bonds still exist for them today. These are their stories, in their own words, as submitted to Malaysiakini. (Editor’s Note: The stories below are br...
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KL's poor kids not eating enough
Good morning. Here's what you should know today. Key Highlights KL's poor kids not eating enough Uncle Sam's concerned about M'sia Body cams coming next month KL's poor kids not eating enough The struggle of Kuala Lumpur's urban poor to make ends meet appears to be affecting children the most. A Unicef survey of 755 low-income households living in People's Housing Projects (PPR) conducted last November found that 52 percent were not able to provide their children three meals a day. The report states that families had cited low income and surging food prices. Further, not all meals are nutritio...
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YOURSAY | Point of no return
YOURSAY | ‘These are nice stories and memories of an era long gone.’ ‘I couldn’t afford breakfast so he shared his with me for 6 years’ Cogito Ergo Sum: These are nice stories and memories of an era long gone. We should call ourselves Anak Bangsa Malaysia. Not Malay, Chinese, Melanau, Dayak or Indians and lain-lain! It should have been part of the New Economic Policy (NEP) in 1971 to forge the Anak Bangsa Malaysia identity among the citizens of the country. There were no petty jealousies or envy with meritocracy, and the nation was founded on pragmatism. We are now well on our way down the wro...
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'I couldn't afford breakfast so he shared his with me for 6 years'
OUR MUHIBAH STORY | In April, Malaysiakini asked our readers to share stories of their friendships and relationships which surpassed ethnic and religious barriers. Mark Kok Wah sent a submission about his “brother” Mahadhir Mohamad, with whom he had been friends since primary school. Soon after, we received another submission, this time from Mark’s other childhood friend, Dr Syed Faisal Syed Taha, who recalled the days they chased tadpoles, and how it cemented an everlasting friendship. This is their story, in their own words, as submitted to Malaysiakini. Unbreakable bond forged over nasi kan...
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YOURSAY | Too chicken to call out racism?
YOURSAY | 'There's a limit to bending over backwards to racists for a few votes.' Fried chicken and race: Teresa rejects boycott, calls for cooler heads Bobby0: DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok should first advise Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Umno instead of the public about not boycotting businesses. When Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh was going around creating friction between the races, even the bosses at DAP were silent. Every political leader was more concerned about protecting their behind. Now every issue is being looked at through a racial lens. Even a new local restaurant ...
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PN claims it can undo Harapan win
Good morning. Here’s what you should know today. Key Highlights PN claims it can undo Harapan win Gaza war profiteers in KL RM277b lost due to graft PN claims it can undo Harapan win Perikatan Nasional claims a Pakatan Harapan victory in Kuala Kubu Baharu this weekend would be short-lived. PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said that PN has evidence of Harapan engaging in bribery. He believed the evidence was strong enough that Harapan’s win could be nullified, forcing another by-election for the seat. Harapan denied bribing voters and instead claimed that PN is bracing for a defeat on Sa...
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YOURSAY | Politicians are dividing the nation
YOURSAY | ‘Whenever and wherever religion is politicised, it will ruin the country.’ KK Mart, political opportunism, and Malaysia's ‘dark time’ Seriously: I wish more leaders think like Professor Tajuddin Rasdi. Sadly, with all that we can see now, this country is on its way to self-destruction. I have been a staunch supporter of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim since his black-eye days, thinking he could make a difference somehow. Yet, he turned out to be a disappointment. How will Malaysia get out of this conundrum? It’s impossible because, for decades out of political expediency, our political ...
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No raise for 'lazy' civil servants
Good morning. Here's what you should know today. Key Highlights No raise for 'lazy' civil servants Sanusi apologises to PM Press freedom score nosedive No raise for 'lazy' civil servants The major pay hike for civil servants later this year won't be across the board. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said civil servants who are "lazy" and problematic would be excluded from the exercise. However, he estimated that only about five percent of government officers were bad apples. HIGHLIGHTS Anwar: Oust MPs who oppose civil service pay hike at polls PAS: Quashing of Zafrul's affidavit raises concerns ab...
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MP SPEAKS | Misi: Empowering Indian youth through skills training
MP SPEAKS | The allocation of RM30 million by the Human Resources Ministry and the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (Mitra) to implement the Malaysian Indians Skills Initiative (Misi) is a step in the right direction. Misi seeks to upskill Indian youth in critical areas to meet both industrial and national needs. This will allow for more effective matches between jobs and skills, facilitating employment for Indian youth and productivity for industries. Thus, the government’s effort towards uplifting the Indian community, in particular its youth, through Misi is most certainly a welcome mov...
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United under same flag
OUR MUHIBAH STORY | Malaysiakini began a campaign in April asking readers to share stories from their lives reflecting the muhibah spirit of Malaysia. In our call-out, we explained our intention to start a chain of positivity, to show that we are proud of our multiculturalism. “Let's join hands to uphold diversity and harmony!” To contribute, we asked readers to submit a photograph depicting their “muhibah Malaysia” experience with a short caption sharing their story. This month, we will feature some of your submissions which speak to how much Malaysians value each other - even if sometimes, i...
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