A company’s annual dinner is to boost employee morale, recognise contributions, and promote loyalty, yet ‘High Power Distance Culture’ still exists in Malaysian business entities, writes senior PR practitioner, Jacqueline Arnold.
Domestic helpers: They are not beneath you
In Young Voices this week, Helena Aysera Hishamuddin Hud says housemaids are not lesser human beings, and that they deserve equal respect.
Let us focus on the good, hold elected reps accountable
The dust has settled on the six state elections. It is time to hold winners accountable for their actions and promises. Supporters should refrain from negative comments, and instead, focus on building a better Malaysia.
Proton ‘X’ rated sassier than ever
Malaysian car company, Proton, is now ‘sassier’, attracting new adherents, and senior journalist Razak Chik says he is fully tuned in, if not turned on.
‘Give Maguire away, and United will have a good season’
Die-hard Manchester United fan Kishen Alex Raj says the re-signing of 35-year-old Jonny Evans will strengthen the Red Devils’ defence. He believes the club can ‘give away’ Harry Maguire and still challenge for trophies this season.
Affordable internet access will have ripple effect, spur economic growth
Internet access plans should be reviewed from time to time to take into account technological progress and prevailing economics. The Malaysian government’s approach of continuously seeking better mobile data and broadband rates for the public is the right one, writes Azizul Amiludin.
Bizjet crashes in Elmina killing Pelangai assemblyman, nine others
A business jet, which took off from Langkawi and bound for Subang, crashes in Shah Alam. Authorities say two motorists were also killed when the aircraft struck the ground. Pelangai assemblyman Datuk Seri Johari Harun is believed to be among the victims.
‘Expanding Rukun Negara Clubs in schools will not work without accompanying syllabus’
Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Teo Kok Seong is a firm believer in the Rukun Negara, but says the move by the Education Ministry to expand Rukun Negara Clubs in schools will not work without an accompanying syllabus to help students understand what they are reciting in schools. He also says sports can be a vehicle to spread unity, but education should be the foundation.
Sidelining fine arts will prevent students from expanding their cognitive horizons
It is common knowledge that there is no vibrant arts scene in public university campuses. Administrators have not attempted to make arts an integral part of campus life, writes Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Mohamed Ghouse Nasuruddin.
Is KL City Hall facing a ‘brain drain’ with appointment of ‘outsiders’ as advisors, special functions officer?
Kuala Lumpur City Hall will not comment on the “controversial” appointment of three of its former directors as advisors and a special functions officer, earlier this month, fuelling further speculation, if the council was facing a “brain drain”.
Four down, three to go: Decision in Muhyiddin’s Jana Wibawa corruption case puts spotlight on AGC, govt
Political analyst Associate Professor Dr Azeem Fazwan Ahmad Farouk says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s acquittal on four corruption charges has put the spotlight on the Attorney-General’s Chambers and the government after the former prime minister claimed he is a victim of political persecution. Muhyiddin faces three other charges.
Managing expectations when dealing with demanding parents
Some people struggle to set healthy boundaries with their demanding, ageing parents. Mental health counsellor Faith Foo explores a subject regarded as taboo by many.
‘Work with NGOs, media to create checks and balances in states lacking in opposition’
Transparency International Malaysia president Dr Muhammad Mohan argued that little to no opposition in state assemblies does not imply the absence of checks and balances. He recommends that political parties collaborate with non-governmental organisations, civil society groups, and the media, to increase public awareness of potential abuses of power.