Nostalgia alone won't fix our divides. This Merdeka, true patriotism means stepping out of our silos, confronting historical taboos, and giving the next generation the room to build a truly united Malaysia
In the wake of a university’s sacking of a professor known for making controversial claims, the writer reminds that hypotheses and theories are part of the study of history, but they should not be presented to the public as definitive facts before undergoing testing and verification against evidence.
Prolific historian calls for a more inclusive understanding of history, arguing that nationhood should be built on unity, justice and mutual respect rather than competing claims of ancestry
