SELF IMPROVEMENT AND MOTIVATION

Come October 1st, Malaysians will enjoy subsidized petrol (RON95) at RM1.99 per litre by simply presenting their NRIC. Those without an NRIC, or non-Malaysians, will pay the market rate of RM2.60 or higher. On paper, the plan is straightforward — but for it to succeed, the government must ensure that this subsidy does not leak, is not abused, and genuinely benefits the rakyat it is intended for. The starting point lies in smart integration. Every Malaysian NRIC should be tied to the national tax system (LHDN/Hasil). This does not mean that everyone must pay tax — students, retirees, and low-income earners may fall under exemption — but it does mean that every NRIC must be registered, verified, and visible in the system. By syncing JPN (National Registration Department) and LHDN, the government can create a whitelist of Malaysians who qualify for subsidized fuel. Those who have not filed their taxes, whether exempted or otherwise, should be flagged until their records are up...

When our athletes raise the Jalur Gemilang on the world stage, the whole nation cheers. But when they return home, too often they are met not with respect or rewards, but with red tape, ego-driven management, and broken promises. The latest case involving para badminton legend Cheah Liek Hou, a two-time Paralympic gold medallist, exposes a deep flaw in how we treat our champions. Instead of honouring him, the Malaysian Paralympic Council (MPM) threatened disciplinary action — all because he dared to demand what was promised to him. 400/Cheah-Liek-Hou.webp"/> Why Liek Hou Is Justified in His Actions 1. Broken Promises PCM had promised that the pledged rewards would be given months after the Paris Paralympics. That promise was broken repeatedly. The longer the delay, the deeper the betrayal. 2. Government’s Prompt Payment vs PCM’s Delay The government delivered its official reward in October 2024 without delay. Yet PCM — tasked with managing private pledges from thre...