It’s been ten years since a simple Facebook post about an event in Malaysia aimed at reducing fear of dogs among Muslims turned my life upside down. What began as a personal share, reflecting my own fears of dogs, spiraled into a nightmare of cyber-bullying and personal attacks. This online…
Brunei & Governance
Progress is never free. There is always a cost.
As we stand at the forefront of rapid technological advancement and societal change, it’s crucial to acknowledge a fundamental truth: progress is never free. There is always a cost. This concept, though seemingly simple, has profound implications for how we navigate the future. The Price of Technological Advancements In Brunei,…
Faith & Reflection
The Illusion of Success
Assalamu’alaikum dear brothers and sisters, It’s been a moment since I last poured my thoughts onto this digital canvas. So today, I am somehow compelled to talk about something profound yet often overlooked – Istidraj. In the hustle and bustle of our daily grind, caught up in the whirlwind of…
Brunei Darussalam
Breaking the Silence: A Unified Stand for Global Peace
In the tranquil heart of Brunei, we often find ourselves at a safe distance from the global upheaval of religious extremism and conflict. Yet, this distance should not translate into detachment. I was recently reminded of this imperative through a compelling article by Paul Mereki, titled “Why The Peaceful Majority…
Language & Musings
AI: The Game-Changer We Didn’t Know We Needed (But Totally Do)
Ok, let’s dive right in – AI is no longer just a fancy buzzword or something you see in sci-fi movies. It’s as real as your morning kopi-o and it’s changing the game, big time. Remember the days when ‘artificial intelligence’ sounded like a robot uprising waiting to happen? Well,…
Language & Musings
Managing Up Without Playing Politics
Managing up is not flattery or office politics. It is reducing surprises, improving decisions and becoming someone whose judgement can be trusted.