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> Call for stiff punishment

I hope the Taman Mutiara MRT lift attacker if proven guilty would be put away behind bars for a very long period and also be given maximum strokes of the cane. The sentence must act as a deterrent to other criminals out there. The police deserve salutations for their quick action. Well done. – Aponi

> Poking cartons

I always have to be very careful when putting away the eggs in plastic cartons. The sharp corners poke through the plastic bag packed at the shop, poke holes in my shopping bag and sometimes poke me too! Is it not possible for the corners of these plastic cartons to be rounded off? Help! – S. Leong

> Note of gratitude

The Finance Ministry has reinstated the cost of living aid (Bantuan Sara Hidup or BSH) for singles. It is RM100 each. Thank you, Pakatan Harapan. – Bulbir Singh

Thank you, Datuk Nicol. Your consistent performance was inspiring. All the best in your future endeavours.

> Big achievement

Congratulations to C. Sree Abiraame, seven, on her outstanding performance in ice skating events. She has just done Malaysia proud by clinching not one but three gold medals at the Middle East 4th official ISI International Figure Skating tournament in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Syabas, Sree.

> Worthy proposal

If an elected MP is found to have committed an offence during the general election, the candidate who garnered the second highest number of votes should be automatically appointed to replace the wrongdoer. Saves time and money and would be a deterrent.

> Sin of the taker

When a political party gives money to another to gain its support, and when the other party willingly takes what is offered, the latter automatically corrupts itself. How the money is spent is immaterial. – William Ong

> Police, be proactive

The police should take more proactive action to deter criminals and protect the people. – Subra

> Hidden benefactor

Surely the police and MACC should know who funded Sirul’s flight to Australia and his stay there?