Be mindful of local sensitivities

IDRIS
I think it's worthy to note that there are many Muslims who are readers of The Sunday Times. I was quite disturbed by the fact that the paper's edition on Oct 5 which falls on Hari Raya Haji featured a distasteful article in the Sunday Life! section ("Cheat Sheet: Ham"). The Sunday Life! food critics could have been more sensitive to the events that unfolded for some Muslims on this religiously auspicious occasion such as the sacrifice of cows or sheep. They could have chosen a food-related theme and perhaps discussed lamb cuts. At the very least, avoid discussing non-halal food (food that Islam sanctions against consumption such as ham). Local journalists should practise more sensitivity and respect local cultures, at least for the most important races in Singapore.

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