How I Lost Money in Planting Orchids
By Koon Yew Yin, 31st August 2025 My purpose for writing this article is to help investors. Investors must examine all the factors that can affect the bottom line before … Continue Reading →
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“Extraordinary Gift” or pathetic sweeteners? Critical reflections on PM Anwar’s recent announcement
By Dr P Ramasamy I am more than amazed—indeed, shocked—that what was earlier announced by the Prime Minister as an extraordinary gift to Malaysians has turned out to be nothing … Continue Reading →
PMX to step aside
By P. Ramasamy I fully support the opposition coalition’s call for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to take a temporary leave, allowing for the appointment of an interim prime minister to … Continue Reading →
DAP’s deafening silence
By P. Ramasamy Whatever happened to the once-vociferous voices of the Democratic Action Party (DAP) in championing the sacred principle of separation of powers between the judiciary, the executive, and … Continue Reading →
Judiciary under siege: The Madani government’s interference and erosion of judicial independence
By P. Ramasamy Malaysia is on the brink of a major constitutional crisis due to the Madani government’s alleged interference in the judiciary. At the centre of this controversy is … Continue Reading →
Can UM explain the second system of university admission?
By P. Ramasamy Most public and private institutions of higher learning in the country have multiple entry points based on different kinds of pre-university qualifications such based on STPM, matriculation … Continue Reading →
Bravery or blind loyalty? Rethinking Anwar Ibrahim’s praise of MACC Chief Azam Baki
By P. Ramasamy In politics, it is often convenient to praise individuals deemed useful—regardless of how others perceive them or their track record. This dynamic seems especially apparent in Prime … Continue Reading →
PKR at a crossroads: Reformasi betrayed by nepotism and power struggles
By P. Ramasamy Whether the slogan is hiruk (uproar) or damai (peace), Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), despite its large membership base, is increasingly embroiled in divisive internal politics. A looming … Continue Reading →
Contesting histories: Reflections on the Early History of Southeast Asia Conference in Penang
By P. Ramasamy I was fortunate to participate in the International Conference on the Early History of Southeast Asia, held on May 19–20, 2025, at the Ascott Hotel, Penang. The … Continue Reading →
Ramasamy’s response to political persecution and injustice
By Dr P Ramasamy Note: On Monday, 13 May 2025, it was reported that the former Penang deputy chief minister, P. Ramasamy would face power abuse charges at the Butterworth … Continue Reading →