The annual event has repeated for more than 20 years and the problem has not yet been solved. Once the region is shrouded in a smoky-smelling haze, the people can only hope for the change of wind direction and rains.

It was the beginning of an era, as well as the rise of Chinese education movement. Such an ambitious idea had led to the foundation of Pay Fong High School.

Which unit is actually responsible for approving such kind of additional structures on high-rise buildings? Did they ensure that the additional structure is able to withstand external forces, including strong wind? Did the authorities and building owner make regular inspection to ensure safety?

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak announced during Invest Malaysia 2013 to relax visa rules, allowing eligible foreign investors and fund managers to enjoy five-year multiple entry visas in hope of wooing more foreign businesses to invest in this country.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has insisted to continue his transformation plans after the general election. However, lingering racism and racial politics have made progress difficult for the National Transformation Plan.

My daughter posted on Facebook a poem written her 9-year daughter, Zo-Yi. It was selected to be read at their local shire's National Reconciliation Week celebrations in suburban Sydney recently.

I met a relatively open-minded senior leader from Umno during a dinner the other day.

If criminals dare to launch attacks at police stations and hospitals, then where can we find a safe place?

The Global Summit of Women was held in Kuala Lumpur last week. World-class woman delegates, from presidents, woman CEOs, first ladies and princesses, converged in the Malaysian capital.

Based on its current efficiency, the EAIC might need 19 years to clear the backlog cases.