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Reflections on Work, Love, Family, and Life Richard Osman, born in Billericay in 1970, studied Politics and Sociology at Trinity College, Cambridge, before embarking on a career in television production. He became the creative director of Endemol UK and later gained recognition as a presenter on shows like Pointless with Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman’s […]

Growing Concerns Over Delays in Medicine Access The issue of excessive wait times for medicines to be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) is causing significant concern within the healthcare sector. Industry leaders argue that these delays pose a greater threat than the potential tariffs introduced by the previous US administration. The delay in […]

Navigating a New Economic Landscape In an era marked by economic uncertainties, digital disruptions, and increasing protectionism, the introduction of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) under the Madani government has come at a pivotal moment. The global landscape is shifting rapidly, with intense strategic rivalries and geo-economic uncertainties becoming the norm. Once characterized by predictability […]

A Strategic Blueprint for Malaysia’s Future In a time when economic stability is increasingly uncertain due to factors like digital disruption, global fragmentation and rising protectionism, the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) under the Madani government arrives at a crucial moment. The world has moved away from the predictability and stability that once defined it, replaced […]

The EU’s Credibility Crisis in the Global South The European Union (EU) is facing a growing credibility crisis, particularly among nations in the Global South. This issue stems from what many perceive as double standards in how the bloc applies international law, especially concerning its response to conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. A […]

A Bold Statement at the United Nations Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar took a decisive step in addressing the international community, echoing calls from many within Israel for a more assertive stance. His speech to the United Nations Security Council was a direct response to recent events that have placed Israel under intense scrutiny. The meeting, […]

Concerns Over EU’s Double Standards in International Law A former EU ambassador to the Palestinian occupied territories and the Gaza Strip has raised concerns about the European Union’s perceived double standards in applying international law, particularly regarding its approach to Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. This issue is impacting the EU’s credibility with the Global […]

Overview of the 2023 Presidential Election in Cameroon Cameroon’s constitutional council has confirmed the decision by the country’s electoral body to exclude opposition leader Maurice Kamto from the upcoming presidential election on 12 October. This move has sparked significant controversy and raised concerns about the fairness of the electoral process. Meanwhile, President Paul Biya, who […]

The Question of Control in Gaza My sister’s words still echo in my mind, her voice trembling. She lives in Gaza with the rest of my family, and I’m terrified for them all. She asked, “Gaza City is already occupied. Wherever we go, there are Israeli tanks. To the sea? Not safe. Their drones are […]