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Existence in the online world doesn't mean non-existence in the offline world. Today, the online world has become "the real world," while the true offline world has been neglected.
It’s been 100 days since Trump began his second term as president. In American political culture, this "first 100 days" is often seen as an early benchmark—a glimpse of what’s to come. Unfortunately for Trump 2.0, this period has been marked not by bold achievements, but by economic missteps and global miscalculations. His renewed obsession with tariffs has spooked markets. Nearly 10% of U.S. stock value vanished in just three months—not because of a real crisis, but because of manufactured uncertainty. His promise to end wars in Ukraine and Gaza remains unfulfilled, exposing the gap between campaign rhetoric and governing reality. Some have gone as far as to call Trump an agent of sabotage—perhaps even a tool of Moscow. But such simplistic conspiracies ignore a far more complex truth: America's decline is not about who occupies the Oval Office. It’s structural, systemic, and inevitable. Even under Biden or Harris, the fundamentals wouldn’t change. The world is recalibrat...
Today begin with an unexpect call from my father. His voice sounded cheerful, though tired. “This is my work, clearing two rows of pepper plants,” he said in his distinct Konjo accent, which always reminds me of Tawau. I smiled as I listened. Father spoke while asking for prayers to always be blessed with health. Despite his age, his spirit for farming remains strong. He is currently planting pepper, a crop that has become our family’s daily source of livelihood. Hearing his story warmed my heart. I was reminded of my childhood, when I often helped him on the farm, though I usually played more than worked. Now, being far from Tawau, those memories feel so close. In return, I took photos and videos of my activities as a rider today, delivering orders from one place to another. I wanted him to know that I, too, work hard, albeit in a different path. I sent him the photos and videos, hoping to cheer him up and show that I have never forgotten the values of hard work he instilled in me. I ...
The economic activity within a community often follows unique patterns shaped by social and spiritual dimensions. Interestingly, I have personally observed that the flow of sustenance seems to peak on Fridays and Sundays. From a sociological perspective, Friday holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims — a day of charity, kindness, and strengthening social solidarity. These philanthropic acts not only create moral value but also generate a domino effect on the microeconomic cycle, where money and benefits circulate more rapidly within society. Meanwhile, Sunday reflects the socio-economic rhythm of modern life: a day of rest, worship for Christians, and increased recreational and household consumption activities. This pattern contributes to higher purchasing power and stimulates local economic movement, particularly in informal sectors such as food, services, and retail. Alhamdulillah, I’m grateful to be a small part of this cycle of goodness. My sincere appreciation goes to all — ...
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