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  Photo: The internet Many Malaysians today may not be aware of a sinister plot by communist terrorists led by Chin Peng to sabotage the declaration of independence for Malaya. On August 20, 1957, Lieutenant Hassan Osman, a key military officer, played a crucial role in safeguarding Malaya’s stability in the run-up to independence. At that time, Platoon 12 of Company D from the 5th Royal Malay Regiment (RAMD) was tasked with monitoring the area under Company C, 6 RAMD in Rawang. Their mission was to conduct detailed reconnaissance of suspected communist activities, as there were fears of an ambush intended to disrupt the impending declaration of independence. Upon receiving vital intelligence, Lieutenant Hassan sought and was granted permission to undertake further investigation. He and his team proceeded to the Waterfall Rubber Estate, where communist activity had been reported. Their suspicions were confirmed—communist forces were indeed present. With careful planning, Lieutenant...

  MBSB  Group  is  pleased  to  announce  the appointment of Kuldeep Singh as the Group’s Head of Wholesale Banking.  Kuldeep brings with him a distinguished career spanning over 20 years in Wholesale Markets.  He  began  his  journey  in  Malaysia  and  has  since  held  senior  roles  at  the  country, regional, and global levels with Citigroup.  Throughout his career, Kuldeep has been widely  recognized  for  his  expertise  in  product  innovation,  profitable  macro  risk management,  reengineering  global  FX  business  practices,  and  spearheading proprietary fintech investment in the region.  His responsibilities have extended across various markets, including Hong Kong, ASEAN, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Jakarta, London, and New York.  Kuldeep has also had ext...

Illustrative image: Nothing Ahead / Pexels Africa is a continent abundant with various natural resources. It's no surprise that Western powers once colonized African countries to satisfy their insatiable greed. Here is a list of natural resources found in some African countries from the past to the present: - South Africa: gold, diamonds, platinum, coal, and chromium - Ghana: gold, bauxite, and manganese - Nigeria: oil and gas, tin, gemstones such as tantalite, and metals - Congo: coltan, cobalt, copper, and diamonds - Botswana: diamonds, nickel, and copper - Namibia: uranium, diamonds, and zinc - Zambia: copper and cobalt - Angola: oil and gas, diamonds - Zimbabwe: platinum, gold, and chromium - Tanzania: gold, tanzanite, and salt - Guinea: bauxite - Mozambique: coal and natural gas - Mali: gold - Sudan: gold and oil Despite this wealth of resources, most African countries remain impoverished and underdeveloped. What has gone wrong that such an abundance of natural re...

The Olympic Games have their roots in ancient Greece and are one of the oldest and most celebrated sporting events in history. The origins of the Games can be traced back to around 776 BC in the city of Olympia, Greece. Originally held to honor the god Zeus, these games featured various athletic competitions, including running, wrestling, and discus throwing. The ancient Olympics were held every four years and continued for nearly 1,200 years. However, they were abolished in 393 AD by the Roman Emperor Theodosius I, who deemed them pagan practices. The Olympic tradition was revived in the late 19th century, leading to the first Modern Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, in 1896. This revival was spearheaded by Pierre de Coubertin, a French baron, who sought to promote international peace and understanding through sports. Today, the Olympic Games are the world's largest and most prestigious sporting event, bringing together athletes from all over the globe to compete in a ...

Illustrative photo: Justiniano Adriano / Pexels "What car do you drive now?" This question often comes up whenever we meet old friends. The origin of this question is unknown. Some people even look down on those who own old or used cars. Meanwhile, those who drive new or advanced cars like EVs proudly display their car keys on the restaurant table. Is it true that the type of car someone owns is a measure of their success and wealth? This belief drives some so-called influencers to go to great lengths, even deceiving others, to show that they can afford luxury cars. Such madness must be stopped because it can lead society into a chasm of poverty. Buy a car according to your own financial capability, not to show off to relatives and friends as if you have now succeeded. What’s the point of owning a luxury car if you can't sleep peacefully thinking about the burden of debt and maintenance costs? Meanwhile, those who own cheap, used, or old cars live more peacef...

Photo by Fatima Yusuf: https://www.pexels.com/photo/children-at-village-school-15772957/ In a small village nestled between rolling hills, there was a modest school where students from humble backgrounds came to learn. The school building was old and weathered, but it was filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter, for within its walls taught a remarkable teacher named Mr. Ahmed. Mr. Ahmed was a man of great compassion and boundless energy. He had been teaching at the village school for over a decade, dedicating his life to educating the children who faced numerous hardships. Many of his students came from poor families, and the struggles of daily life often overshadowed their education. But Mr. Ahmed saw something special in each one of them. One crisp morning, Mr. Ahmed stood before his class of wide-eyed students. He noticed young Amina, who always sat at the back, her eyes downcast and her clothes worn. Amina’s family struggled to make ends meet, and she often helped her mother...

Every day, we witness the myriad cases of fraud reported by the media. There are those who deceive for money, titles, and even victories in sporting events such as triathlons. This doesn't even include the false promises spread by politicians during election campaigns. Despite the repeated acts of deception, many still cling to the words of the deceitful. What has become of the virtue of honesty in this technologically advanced era? Do these deceivers not fear the inevitable reckoning in the Hereafter for their lies in this world? It is profoundly disheartening to ponder the state of humanity in these latter days. They show no fear of the severe retribution in the Hereafter, much less the laws created by humans. Many deceivers are even exalted to positions of power, perpetuating lies to maintain their hold on authority. As Billy Joel poignantly sings in "Honesty," honesty is such a lonely word. The honest are increasingly overlooked and oppressed in a world a...