Kuala Lampur, March 27 -- Occasionally, due to the small interface, virtual chess opponents berate me for Trump and Gaza since a shrunken Malaysian flag next to my nick is mistaken to be American.

Fortunately, yesterday's education ministry circular instructed students - regardless of uniform, sports attire, traditional wear - to adorn Jalur Gemilang badges daily. If not the world, Malaysians will at least know how the flag looks.

There's poetry in that the "love thy nation" move was passed by the Cabinet on Valentine's Day.

Compliance by April 21, which is less than a month away.

Parents to buy rendang and badges over the Raya holiday.

They'd be mindful the circular was specific.

Five cm long, 2.5 cm width. Don't be cheeky by conve...