8/26 The Star Online: Columnists

Please add updates@feedmyinbox.com to your address book to make sure you receive these messages in the future. The Star Online: Columnists - Update: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 MYT 7:17:00 AM Stepping up August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Journalists and civil society have made another appeal for a freer media; the people should have a say too. From day care centre to shelter August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Up to 100 marginalised children can be found any given day at a shelter in Kuala Lumpur's sleazy Chow Kit area that seeks to provide them fresh hope. Weary writer August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Wake-up calls can occur in the strangest of places — even in the waiting room of a general hospital. What's in a name? August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Your name defines you for life, unless you choose to change it. And this concept is no laughing matter in Germany. 10 things the MACC should be doing August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm There is a lot more that it should do to combat corruption instead of griping about less than ideal conditions for it to operate. A bridge to Sumatra? August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm At a cost of RM44bil, it is a massive mistake that the country simply cannot afford. Do you know you pay a lot to and fro from work? August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm MY friend from schooldays is a meticulous person. Trained as an engineer, he has a way of looking at things from a numerical perspective. Respect for human rights necessary for progress August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The recently released 2009 Arab Human Development Report (AHDR) provides some fascinating insights into the causes of instability, stagnancy and decline in the Arab world and carries important lessons for all who are concerned with national development. Turning to total asset management August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm PWD is no longer just a government contractor but also the keeper of the value and timeliness of the projects. Working with Gen Y August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm We want to live for more than work. We like to feel that we are living for more than just ourselves. Corporate social responsibility initiatives make a company more attractive to us, creating the perception that by not just living selfishly, employers are somehow better people. Quitting your job August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Where an employees is engaged for a fixed term, refusal to continue does not always bring the contract to an end. The employee may leave but other obligations remain. We need to be better prepared against H1N1 August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm THE incidence of influenza A (H1N1) in the country continues to rise, with Thursday's 569 reported cases the highest recorded so far in a single day. Unfortunately, nobody can say that record will not be broken. Anti-Ahmad forces getting restless August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm THE crowd at Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's birthday kenduri was bigger than that at last year's do. New rules to change old ways August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Sweeping reforms on how Umno elects its future leaders are in the cards but reaction has been mixed with some claiming that it is to block ambitious challengers and others hailing it as greater democracy in the party. Thinking outside Asia's sandpit August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Some timely questions on how East Asia is tackling the financial crisis have yet to be answered. Texting on the go becoming a hazard August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Text messaging has been linked to a train crash in the Los Angeles area last September that killed 25 people and a Boston trolley crash that injured almost 50 people in May. From foot to food August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Datuk Jimmy Choo is cooking up a storm in London with his venture into the food business. 'Dr Death' surprised by call from Malaysia August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The forensic expert was clueless that the Teoh case was a controversy here. She only found out about it when she met Kuala Lumpur-based Thai Embassy officials during the Organisation of the Islamic Conference visit to southern Thailand early this month. PAP pondering how best to fight to stay in power August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The Government appears to be telling young Singaporeans that if they want debate, the government will give it to them and if the youngsters want parliamentary democracy, they can have it too – but not necessarily through elections or a two-party system. Feeling bite of the financial turmoil August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Sometimes it is difficult to be precise when describing how you feel about something that is dear to your heart. For example, you may have two choices, but which one would you go for? Following Jakarta in tackling AIDS August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The openness and inclusiveness of the Indonesian local organising committee have been impressive. Facilities poser August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm ANTHONY THANASAYAN was most impressed with the bedside manners of the doctors. However, the same cannot be said about some of the issues he encountered at the Pantai Medical Centre despite its 30-year history of caring for patients. The little tickle that could August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm To be forewarned is to be forearmed, but sometimes too much information can also be a bad thing. Sunny side of down August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm It's heartening for us that there are still nooks and corners in our country where issues of race and religion are totally irrelevant. Unmasking potential concerns August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Too many people are taking the pandemic too lightly. As usual, the lazy thinking behind it is – 'it is not going to happen to me.' And therefore, they go about their business as if nothing has changed. An obvious icon for 1Malaysia August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Yasmin Ahmad has contributed more than most politicians in creating better understanding and acceptance among Malaysians. Killing militant leaders just a new anti-terror phase August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm THE leader of an al-Qaeda-linked militant group is traced to his father-in-law's house, a fight ensues, and news reports claim the elusive leader has at last been killed. Asia must unite in fight August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm A meeting on the economic crisis in Asia concluded that Asian countries must think and act together to fight the global crisis and reform the system. Brothers in epic court battle August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm In the bitter, no-holds-barred, court battle as much as US$10bil (RM35.24bil) can shift from one brother to the other, depending on the verdict. The Divine Name, al-Samad and fasting August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm As explained in some Quranic verses and Prophetic sayings, any act of obedience ought to be performed with sincerity and devotion for the sake of Allah alone and it is Allah who will ultimately reward such an act. Ferreting out the facts August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The usefulness of a Royal Commission of Inquiry into a criminal matter is open to question, but the refusal to appoint one on the grounds of duplication of proceedings is not convincing. Aide's death a tragedy for the entire nation August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm There is need to find out for certain what happened in the case of Teoh Beng Hock and to punish those who are responsible. Stepping up regional cooperation August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm With the start of Afta next year, Pan Beibu Gulf will be a regional hub for trade and economic developments between China and Asean nations. Zap your life with passion August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm But what determines success is sustained interest after the buzz dies down. Freed by a rough tackle August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Our columnist is all set to face another unbearable season of the English Premier League with her family ... and then the tide turns. When the demons take over August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm In response to the story on the previous pages about shopping wisely in a credit crunch, our columnist tells how, sometimes, all odds seem to be stacked against a woman looking to spend sensibly. Positive policies August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The correct design policies can help create harmony and unity. Crying bride August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Tujia girls of Xiangxi in western Hunan are expected to ritually weep and lament for days before their wedding. Guiding hand August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Go with the flow to avoid unnecessary tussles with young children. Vital lesson August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Children should be taught that more respect between men and women is the way towards a less violent society. Peel the paint August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm A house needs a paint-over once in a while, however painful the task may be. All about anaemia August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm While the causes of anaemia may be varied, the condition can be treated easily with proper diagnosis. Brothers, be just to your sisters August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Islam itself means submission to the will of God, but the submission of the self to faith and belief must be attained through conviction and reason, not through coercion and duress. London or Ipoh, politics hogs the news August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm The discomfort of Labour Ministers revealed in all their tackiness amid a growing 'Claim-gate' scandal in Britain has lessons for us in Malaysia. My domestic stimulus August 25, 2009 at 12:22 pm Our columnist makes his maiden parliamentary speech – in his living room.   This email was sent to excelea@gmail.com.  Create Your Account Don't want to receive this feed any longer? Unsubscribe here.