Archive - 6 May 2025

Alor Setar airport briefly closed after RMAF training mishap

Alor Setar airport briefly closed after RMAF training mishap

Passengers are advised to check if their flights are affected.
Price display aids fair comparisons for insurance providers, says don

Price display aids fair comparisons for insurance providers, says don

It allows insurers to check and compare medicine prices.
Lawyer of Sabah whistleblower pleas for protection after Ling's abduction

Lawyer of Sabah whistleblower pleas for protection after Ling's abduction

Mahajoth says Albert should not be forced to sacrifice life, liberty to report graft.
Nurul Izzah can save PKR from someone 'incapable', says Hassan in support

Nurul Izzah can save PKR from someone 'incapable', says Hassan in support

The veteran PKR leader also believes she can win on merit.
Dzulkefly to review doctors' demands over drug price display rule

Dzulkefly to review doctors' demands over drug price display rule

Health minister says he will study each request in their memorandum.
Feeding pigeons could cost you RM250, Penang city council warns

Feeding pigeons could cost you RM250, Penang city council warns

Some have continued to ignore directive despite public campaigns, council says.
1MDB suit against me was malicious - Irwan

1MDB suit against me was malicious - Irwan

Former 1MDB chairperson says he's being made a scapegoat.
PKR national congress to begin a day earlier on May 24

PKR national congress to begin a day earlier on May 24

UPDATED 8PM | Party sec-gen says this is to accommodate Asean Summit.
Malaysia and Arm host industry briefing to accelerate IC design capabilities

Malaysia and Arm host industry briefing to accelerate IC design capabilities

Session highlights next steps in the Malaysia–Arm collaboration, showcasing pathways for local companies to access advanced semiconductor technologies
1MDB: Najib rests case after nearly 6 years of trial

1MDB: Najib rests case after nearly 6 years of trial

1MDB TRIAL | Defence stage ends, court to hear submissions on Oct 21.
PropNex Malaysia returns with ASEAN's largest Property XPO - now an official record attempt

PropNex Malaysia returns with ASEAN's largest Property XPO - now an official record attempt

Over 5,000 property listings are expected as PropNex Malaysia aims to set a new benchmark with an ASEAN Records Official Attempt.

Beggar charged with murder from Shah Alam hospital bed

Beggar charged with murder from Shah Alam hospital bed

28-year-old accused of killing another beggar during a dispute.
Anwar's aide leads Malacca PKR's backing for Nurul Izzah as party No 2

Anwar's aide leads Malacca PKR's backing for Nurul Izzah as party No 2

UPDATED 6.53PM | Shamsul says she is capable of leading PKR in facing future challenges.
Disruptors want 'civil war', PKR leader says over those backing Saifuddin

Disruptors want 'civil war', PKR leader says over those backing Saifuddin

Anwar himself wants Rafizi to be given an easy path - Fekirie.
M'sian arrested in India for suspected animal trafficking, 9 primates found

M'sian arrested in India for suspected animal trafficking, 9 primates found

However, only one infant primate discovered alive.
Indian media slams 'absurd' Anwar, says unqualified to mediate

Indian media slams 'absurd' Anwar, says unqualified to mediate

Firstpost censures PM for saying he 'understands Pakistan's difficulties'.
Former Indah Water CEO replaces Charles as Span chairperson

Former Indah Water CEO replaces Charles as Span chairperson

The commission gives no reason for replacing the former MP.
LETTER | Green promises to concrete reality: Let the people in

LETTER | Green promises to concrete reality: Let the people in

Involve the public in urban renewal, so they become stewards, not just spectators.
Halal rules, bumiputera equity among US concerns that prompted tariffs

Halal rules, bumiputera equity among US concerns that prompted tariffs

US government report says the regulations are overly burdensome and unnecessary.
COMMENT | Learning from S'pore's multiracial group Parliament seats

COMMENT | Learning from S'pore's multiracial group Parliament seats

Reducing racial politics and ensuring fairer, more balanced representation in M'sia.
IBM Tech Innovation Summit 2025: Catalysing Malaysia’s AI-powered future

IBM Tech Innovation Summit 2025: Catalysing Malaysia’s AI-powered future

The IBM Tech Innovation Summit 2025 will ignite bold ideas, unveil next-gen tech, and show how businesses can turn AI into real advantage.
LETTER | PM must address Tawau's critical traffic congestion

LETTER | PM must address Tawau's critical traffic congestion

The Coastal Dual Carriageway project should be expedited when he visits.
Memo to PM: Doctors protest regulatory overreach, fee freeze

Memo to PM: Doctors protest regulatory overreach, fee freeze

They want to be under Health Services instead of Anti-Profiteering Act.
Nazir lauds Anwar, govt's handling of US tariffs

Nazir lauds Anwar, govt's handling of US tariffs

The businessperson says the administration has been calm in facing the crisis.
Ling's abduction: Cops probing if husband involved - IGP

Ling's abduction: Cops probing if husband involved - IGP

Several others also considered suspects, Razarudin says.
Understanding Malaysia's e-Invoice Timeline: Is Your Business Ready for the 2025 Mandate?

Understanding Malaysia's e-Invoice Timeline: Is Your Business Ready for the 2025 Mandate?

As implementation deadlines approach in 2025 and 2026, businesses across all sectors must prepare for this digital shift or risk falling behind in compliance.
Johari to decide on Labuan seat vacancy 'in due time'

Johari to decide on Labuan seat vacancy 'in due time'

Speaker says he wrote to the Labuan MP and 'several other departments'.
Lobbying begins, support for Nurul Izzah to challenge Rafizi as PKR No 2

Lobbying begins, support for Nurul Izzah to challenge Rafizi as PKR No 2

UPDATED 3.05PM | Not a matter of legacy, it's about the future, Azam says.
Doctors rich? Almost 30pct in B40 group, says MMA rep

Doctors rich? Almost 30pct in B40 group, says MMA rep

Only 10pct financially successful based on 2018 study, MMA president-elect points out.
Embed spiritual aspects in battle against graft, Tuan Ibrahim says

Embed spiritual aspects in battle against graft, Tuan Ibrahim says

UPDATED 1.15PM | He congratulates Nik Abduh's appointment to Special Committee on Corruption.
To consider business incentives after tariff negotiations - Zafrul

To consider business incentives after tariff negotiations - Zafrul

UPDATED 1.53PM | We may give it until July, says the minister.
AGC wants a month to decide on Najib's case, lawyer wants DNAA

AGC wants a month to decide on Najib's case, lawyer wants DNAA

Representation filed in 2023, but we haven't got a response, Shafee says.
'Set aside divisions, egos': Waytha moots Indians' roundtable conference

'Set aside divisions, egos': Waytha moots Indians' roundtable conference

Hindraf leader is championing a renewed call for unity, cooperation and purpose.
Puzzled Salleh's caution: Don't let racial politics cross South China Sea

Puzzled Salleh's caution: Don't let racial politics cross South China Sea

Ex-Sabah CM comments on leaders in peninsula arguing over racial identity.
Football: Don't cling to power if can't deliver, Yeoh tells club management

Football: Don't cling to power if can't deliver, Yeoh tells club management

Failure to manage basics like players' salaries affects sponsorship, minister adds.
Malaysia will continue to focus on new markets - Zafrul

Malaysia will continue to focus on new markets - Zafrul

This is to ensure country's economic and trade remain strong, says minister.
Iban community faces eviction by timber giants in Bintulu rainforest

Iban community faces eviction by timber giants in Bintulu rainforest

Certified logging raises concerns of consent, oversight in Sarawak indigenous lands.
Delivering seamless supply chain services

Delivering seamless supply chain services

Sinoflex Logistics, a one-stop logistics solution provider, aims to provide value every step of the way.
I was forced to mark ride as 'completed' - Grab driver in Ling's disappearance

I was forced to mark ride as 'completed' - Grab driver in Ling's disappearance

'Cops' also confiscate his driving licence and MyKad.
Over 700 GPs protest Health Ministry's drug price display rule at PMO

Over 700 GPs protest Health Ministry's drug price display rule at PMO

UPDATED 1.40PM | Dressed in black, some arrive from Perak by bus.
Rafizi resumes work today but criticism mounts

Rafizi resumes work today but criticism mounts

UPDATED 12.22PM | Unclear whether minister will address his leave - sources.
LETTER | Human rights are universal, not optional

LETTER | Human rights are universal, not optional

End violence against humanitarian workers and civilians in Gaza.
Trump administration offers undocumented migrants US$1k to self-deport

Trump administration offers undocumented migrants US$1k to self-deport

It's the best way to avoid arrest, says Homeland Security.
Sabah flood evacuees remain unchanged at 695

Sabah flood evacuees remain unchanged at 695

Flood victims sheltering at evacuation centres in Sook and Beaufort.
Give Saifuddin easy path to be deputy president - PKR leader

Give Saifuddin easy path to be deputy president - PKR leader

Compromise between Rafizi, Saifuddin will boost public support, Badli says.
COMMENT | DBKL has plot of land that can fit 12k affordable homes

COMMENT | DBKL has plot of land that can fit 12k affordable homes

The local authority has a massive land bank but is unaccountable in its use.
Cops probing bullying of Form 2 student in Subang school

Cops probing bullying of Form 2 student in Subang school

Boy was allegedly punched and pushed.
Exam board director, officers transferred days after Jalur Gemilang gaffe

Exam board director, officers transferred days after Jalur Gemilang gaffe

No official confirmation if transfer is related to flag controversy.
YOURSAY | Muhyiddin must take on Kit Siang's challenge

YOURSAY | Muhyiddin must take on Kit Siang's challenge

‘If he does, many non-Malays will support him in the next GE.’