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> Tough tasks to tackle
The newly appointed IGP has the unenviable task of ridding the police force of all the black sheep, stepping up efforts against crime where snatch thefts, armed robbery and rape have become rampant, increasing momentum in solving pending cases like the disappearance of Pastor Raymond Koh, stamping out police brutality on inmates and suspects, and restoring the credibility of the police force in the eyes of all Malaysians. – 5th Beatle
> Well chosen
Our motto for the 29th SEA Games, “Rise together”, was well chosen. It gave Malaysians the feel-good factor and brought everyone together for the games. Syabas to KJ and team, including the police. – PJ Gomes
> Irregular pricing
I travel from Klang Central to Pasir Gudang (PG) terminal week in, week out. I’m wondering why the fare from Klang to PG is RM50 whereas the return journey is only RM40. Authorities must do something. Also, there were people asking passengers where they were going before they reached the ticket counters. Very annoying to me. – Iskandar
> Bent on doing harm
Looks like recalcitrant North Korea is bent on harm and destruction. For influential nations, the time to act is NOW. – Jhonnie Bleu
> ATM poser
How does ATM issue fake notes? Banks are duty bound to ensure that fake notes taken out of circulation rather than passing them on to the people. – Prof (B)
> Face extremism head on
Everyone is concerned about growing extremism but doesn’t want to face the truth. Extremist feelings stem from a belief in something perpetuated by the teachings of someone who is similarly deluded. Are we aware of all that is taught in schools, religious or otherwise?
> Show no mercy
Confiscate their motorcycles and revoke their licence for five years. This will stop the Mat Rempit problem. – Murali Sundareson
> Go easy on graduates
Give fresh graduates a break, especially those working in accounts, finance and audit departments. They work late and most don’t get overtime allowance. And employers wonder why they quit!
> Learn English
Miscommunication in the Singaporean accident case exposed the flaws in our education system. How can we attract foreign visitors when our hospital emergency units cannot converse in simple English? When will we learn that knowing English is paramount if we want to be world class?