TR EMERITUS

I read with sadness the Editorial, “The conflict that has dragged on too long” (ST, Dec 6). Undoubtedly, any war is disastrous, having no advantages whatsoever. Besides the huge loss of “countless” lives (including humans: civilians and military soldiers, and animals), crops, precious properties and catastrophic damage... 

I read with interest the Opinion piece, “GE15: The homecoming of Anwar Ibrahim” (The Independent Singapore, Nov 27). It’s an inspiring news to learn that Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's appointment as the 10th prime minister of Malaysia, after his 25 years long winding struggle in the politics. Anwar’s staunch courage, determination... 

I read with interest the Opinion piece, “How do we ensure elderly Singaporeans don’t need to collect cardboard boxes in their twilight years” (TIG, Nov 21). Generally, most people are intrinsically empathetic and compassionate towards the needy and underprivileged members of the community. For examples, most people would...