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Tag: History
Benin Reckons With Its Slave Trade Past
Benin’s history is indelibly linked to the slave trade: Local leaders sold their war prisoners to European traders. The country … More
The loss of a unifying place for the nation
Meaningful place sheds light on the importance of an array of places in people’s lives. For example, some people regard … More
What was the Mayflower and why is it celebrated 400 years on?
On November 11, 1620, the Mayflower dropped anchor near Cape Cod after a gruelling 66 day-crossing of the Atlantic. Aboard … More
When Kelantan (and PMIP) sued to stop formation of Malaysia
The younger generation of Malaysians may not be aware of the immense struggles our elders went through in securing independence … More
Malaysia and Indonesia, 63 years of kinship
The month of August will always represent a significant milestone for Indonesia and Malaysia. It marks the celebration of Independence … More
Four Jewish attractions to see in the UAE
While the UAE has no shortage of attractions – the world’s tallest building the Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, … More
A journey through time and spices
Spices are a big part of Indonesia’s identity. During the archipelago’s European colonial period, they were the driving force of … More
Meet Ali Wallace, The Malay Lad From Borneo Who Helped Develop The Theory Of Evolution
Alfred Russel Wallace (A.R. Wallace) was a British naturalist and explorer famed for having developed his own theory of evolution by natural … More
97-year-old Chinese medicine shop may call it a day soon
KAJANG: Who doesn’t think of satay at the mere mention of Kajang? Those succulent skewers of char-grilled marinated meat dipped … More
Pakatan’s gifts to Malaysian democracy
There are massive questions about Pakatan Harapan’s future. Pakatan’s past is far more substantial than decorative despite its disappointing present. The speed of recovery will be decided by how adaptable what’s left of Pakatan can be.
Again, that’s for its leaders to decide.
As for regular voters who love democracy, and are here for the long run, Malaysia’s better for the Pakatan experiment.
We should thank the coalition for services rendered.
Malaysian aviation through the years
KUALA LUMPUR: The history of Malayan aviation began with the building of the Taiping Aerodrome, which was the first airport … More
Mosul’s golden age of trains left to rust
Nearly a century ago, Iraqis and Westerners stood here with tickets to Berlin, Istanbul or Venice. Today, the rusting tracks … More
Za’ba, a warrior, in fight for independence
Za’ba’s thoughts were beyond his time, and with this foresight and wisdom, he produced writings that inspired society on the importance of knowledge and education. A teacher, writer, linguist, philosopher, political figure and economic thinker who had vastly contributed to the progress of race and country.
6 Times MPs’ Questions Were Ignored Or Dismissed In The 14th Parliament So Far
The current sitting also saw many firsts in the country’s history, one of which is the appointment of the first … More
Hagia Sophia: The forgotten history behind Erdogan’s declaration
Was Erdogan right to declare the Hagia Sophia a mosque? Returning the Hagia Sophia to its former status as a … More
ANALYSIS – History will judge, not forget, plotters of Egyptian coup
Egypt’s military coup has lessons for all democracy advocates, including West’s hypocrisy, need to protect democratic values ANKARA : July … More
88 Years of Failed Democracy in Thailand
No way out Since the promulgation of Thailand’s first constitution in 1932 following the bloodless coup that transformed an absolute … More
The surprising origins of the postal service
An ancient Persian institution served as the model and inspiration for the United States Postal Service and other such delivery … More
‘Every mosque has a great story to tell’: Documenting Singapore’s lost mosques
SINGAPORE : Located off Upper East Coast Road, Jalan Hajijah is a quiet road, the home to several condominiums and … More
Different names for the same thing: New Order still lingers 22 years after Soeharto’s fall
Many feel the ghost of the New Order still haunts the halls of power. A number of retired generals, members of the elite and cronies who gained influence during Soeharto’s decades-long reign have secured strategic positions in Jokowi’s administration, even today, thanks to the long-standing practice of political transactions among the country’s oligarchs.
What Do the May 1998 Riots Mean for Young Chinese Indonesians?
Young Chinese Indonesians must stand with their non-ethnic Chinese friends, the underprivileged, and all other minorities, and set the course of their own journey. Only then will walls and boxes of disparities disappear.
