JJ Ray

Malaysians today are an uncouth and inhumane bunch, if the recent migrant workers abuse is any indication.

Malaysia once proudly known for its multi-racial diversity is today besieged with problems faced by those very people from the different races.

If women must wear chastity belt to protect themselves, then what must men wear to keep their thoughts from running amok.

People are so caught up with the trappings of life that they have lost understanding about what life is really about.

Skirt or baju kurung, a woman's virtue is not protected by what she wears but is threatened by how they are perceived by men.

Does the deputy premier's wife know that the common woman has to muster the courage to walk back in the dark when she finishes work late or does overtime?

It is funny how the word 'sex' has become an obstacle for the government, so much so that they view the term 'sex' as a taboo.

It is about time that kind-hearted Malaysians stop being so forgiving and take corrupt politicians to task. There should be no second chances for the corrupt - none.

After almost five decades of independence, the nation's sense of identity is being threatened by the rise of racial sentiments.

In the issue of VIPs not paying up their traffic summonses, the most honourable action coming from the police would have been to act tough on these errants.

Taxis, buses or trains. The country's public transportation system is in a total mess.

News from experts that the Malays, Indians and Chinese have been drifting apart is what should be worrying Pak Lah.

A survey to determine why Malaysia has not been successful in maintaining clean public toilets will probably reveal two things.

Gays and lesbians have all the rights accorded to citizens, although this is seldom upheld in practice.

Non-Malay communities in Malaysia are in need of assurance, especially on the anniversary of 'Independence' day.

Why is it so 'unrealistic' to think that Malaysia is ready for a woman prime minister?

Depriving students at primary and secondary levels is only going to worsen the existing situation of our youngsters being ignorant about human rights.

The statistics stare us in the face. The reality is that students are engaging in casual sex.

The lack of focus and a shift of priority in the education system has seen a backlash, one which is now causing the government a 'headache'.

Much can be done to improve sports excellence without dumping RM490 million into a sports academy abroad.

A recent survey by an international magazine placed KL as the third-rudest city among a group of 35. Let's take it as a reality check.

Shoppers are a simple target for kidnappers and other criminals, but who bothers enough to protect them?

Malaysian men still do not see the seriousness of punishing rape, going by resistance towards amendment of the law.

The HIV/Aids disease in Malaysia is no longer a curse from homosexuals. It is a gross injustice to blame them.