Of the Ukraine war, use of Malay, and comedians in politics

[superadmin]

What interesting times we’re in. There’s a war in Europe, being covered breathlessly by the news channels and social media. I sometimes feel like I’m watching a video game with super realistic special effects.

I don’t want to trivialise the war. There hasn’t been a conflict like this in Europe since the end of World War 2, and stakes are high, as is the suffering of those caught in it.

While not taking sides (Go Ukraine!), I’m sobered by the realisation that our quiet everyday life could change so easily and drastically. One day we’re enjoying our roti canai, the next we’re war refugees.

But I enjoy hearing the “talking head” experts on the news channels. Such experts range from deskbound analysts with no experience of war and conflict but lots of opinions (hey CNN, I’m available), to actual players current and past, such as statesmen, diplomats and generals.

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