Archive - 17 June 2025

MACC panel proposes nationwide anti-corruption campaign

MACC panel proposes nationwide anti-corruption campaign

The campaign aims for long-term reform through governance and education.

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S'pore arrests 3 M'sians for suspected cigarette duty evasion

S'pore arrests 3 M'sians for suspected cigarette duty evasion

They were caught transferring untaxed cigarettes from one vehicle to another.

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Iran urges UN's atomic agency to act against Israel

Iran urges UN's atomic agency to act against Israel

Iran's ambassador to Malaysia notes Israel is not a Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty signatory.

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SST expansion 'not divine law', Anwar's aide says govt open to review

SST expansion 'not divine law', Anwar's aide says govt open to review

Kamil says govt can reassess the measure if needed.

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Activists rally behind Iran, call for Muslim unity against Zionist aggression

Activists rally behind Iran, call for Muslim unity against Zionist aggression

Muslim world must choose between resistance and submission, they say.

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Malaysians in Iran told to evacuate immediately

Malaysians in Iran told to evacuate immediately

UPDATED 7.50PM | Foreign Ministry says the situation is highly volatile and may worsen without warning.

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Finas proposes extending local films' viewer count period to 4 days

Finas proposes extending local films' viewer count period to 4 days

This is among recommended Finas Act amendments to give local producers a fair chance.

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Tributes pour in for Palanivel, remembered for integrity and service

Tributes pour in for Palanivel, remembered for integrity and service

Ex-MIC president described as approachable and helpful.

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Muhyiddin criticises govt's 'Robin Hood' charade

Muhyiddin criticises govt's 'Robin Hood' charade

Ex-PM accuses govt of draining people via sheriff of Nottingham-style tax.

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Development in KL must be balanced with social needs - minister

Development in KL must be balanced with social needs - minister

Zaliha says this is to ensure city remains conducive, liveable for all generations.

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Palanivel's ouster from Najib's cabinet sealed MIC's fate, Ramasamy says

Palanivel's ouster from Najib's cabinet sealed MIC's fate, Ramasamy says

Urimai chief says MIC could not secure a single cabinet post today.

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GST sank Najib's BN, SST may capsize Anwar's Madani - PSM

GST sank Najib's BN, SST may capsize Anwar's Madani - PSM

'People won't hesitate to topple another govt that brings the same suffering.'

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Rankings speak louder than false narratives, PKR MP shells opposition

Rankings speak louder than false narratives, PKR MP shells opposition

Yuneswaran points out Malaysia has risen 11 spots in world competitiveness ranking.

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PM announces special committee to tackle rising private healthcare costs

PM announces special committee to tackle rising private healthcare costs

Implementation and policy direction will be discussed tomorrow, PM says.

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Unlike Najib with quinoa, Anwar hardly eats avocados: PKR man

Unlike Najib with quinoa, Anwar hardly eats avocados: PKR man

Azan also points out that quinoa and avocado are not staple foods.

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Wage reform can ease inflation, living cost pressure - BNM

Wage reform can ease inflation, living cost pressure - BNM

Address weak wage growth, job-skill mismatches, says the central bank.

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Free of shackles, Rafizi ready to roast and reveal

Free of shackles, Rafizi ready to roast and reveal

UPDATED 3.22PM | Ex-minister has new podcast, debut episode this Friday.

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PM, govt leaders extol Palanivel's contributions to nation

PM, govt leaders extol Palanivel's contributions to nation

Anwar says ex-MIC chief uplifted Indian community, pushed rural development.

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RON95 subsidy cut to come before carbon tax - minister

RON95 subsidy cut to come before carbon tax - minister

UPDATED 2.47PM | Plan for carbon tax targeting iron, steel, energy industries by 2026.

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Perlis halts cave cafe project at Gua Cenderawasih

Perlis halts cave cafe project at Gua Cenderawasih

The decision is over safety and conservation concerns.

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G7: Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons amid escalating tensions

G7: Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons amid escalating tensions

'Iran principal source of regional instability and terror.'

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Nik Nazmi sticks to 'difficult decision' to quit minister post despite PM's hopes

Nik Nazmi sticks to 'difficult decision' to quit minister post despite PM's hopes

Setiawangsa MP cites need to prioritise PKR's broader reform mandate.

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PM: M'sia must be adaptive in policies to become high-income economy

PM: M'sia must be adaptive in policies to become high-income economy

UPDATED 2.13PM | Industrial policies should be modernised, says Anwar.

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Restore judiciary's standing as equal branch of govt - Takiyuddin

Restore judiciary's standing as equal branch of govt - Takiyuddin

UPDATED 2.15PM | PAS leader moots amending constitutional clause to pre-1988 era.

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Singer pleads not guilty to sexually assaulting teen

Naim Daniel is accused of committing the offence at a PJ hotel on May 19.

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Malaysia jumps 11 spots to 23rd in competitiveness ranking

Malaysia jumps 11 spots to 23rd in competitiveness ranking

This proves success of Madani govt's reforms, says PM.

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Self-Billed e-Invoices: When and How Malaysian Businesses Should Use Them

Self-Billed e-Invoices: When and How Malaysian Businesses Should Use Them

Understand when and how to issue self-billed e-Invoices in Malaysia to stay compliant with LHDN’s regulations.

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Rogue Asia: Redefining System Integration with Heart, Vision, and a Growth Mindset

Rogue Asia: Redefining System Integration with Heart, Vision, and a Growth Mindset

Beyond focusing on business, Rogue Asia also prioritise on its staff development

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COMMENT | It's Anwar who does not understand GST

COMMENT | It's Anwar who does not understand GST

The GST is far superior to an expanded SST.

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82-year-old arrested over dragging dog behind motorcycle incident

82-year-old arrested over dragging dog behind motorcycle incident

Elderly man found to be suffering from dementia, cops say.

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Lawyer: All evidence furnished yet MACC summons whistleblower again

Lawyer: All evidence furnished yet MACC summons whistleblower again

UPDATED 11.20AM | Mahajoth says client not informed why MACC wants fourth meeting.

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SST timing, scale 'gravely misguided', groups seek postponement

SST timing, scale 'gravely misguided', groups seek postponement

UPDATED 4.54PM | 'It will cripple SMEs, discourage investments, among others.'

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Ex-MIC president Palanivel dies

Ex-MIC president Palanivel dies

UPDATED 11.17AM | He passed away at 8am, says party veep.

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Shifting gears: How Alienworld is transforming the automotive tech scene

Shifting gears: How Alienworld is transforming the automotive tech scene

Bridging old-school workshops and modern tech, one company is redefining the automotive service game.

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21 Arab, Muslim countries condemn Israel's airstrikes on Iran

21 Arab, Muslim countries condemn Israel's airstrikes on Iran

They call for regional de-escalation, nuclear disarmament.

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Justice must be served even if perpetrator a royal, Akmal tells AG

Justice must be served even if perpetrator a royal, Akmal tells AG

UPDATED 10.36AM | He reminds AG that cops completed probe into knife attack.

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COMMENT | EU's hypocrisy fuelling suffering in Gaza

COMMENT | EU's hypocrisy fuelling suffering in Gaza

EU has the leverage to exert real pressure on Israel, but chooses not to.

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LETTER | What the death of mall bookshops says about us

LETTER | What the death of mall bookshops says about us

If malls are the new town squares, what kind of society are we building?

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YOURSAY | MCA, go it alone in GE16

YOURSAY | MCA, go it alone in GE16

'Next polls might see BN being wiped out from history.'

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PM consistent on taxing the rich despite complaints: Treasury sec-gen

PM consistent on taxing the rich despite complaints: Treasury sec-gen

Johan points out high earners consistently targeted in taxation, subsidy withdrawals.

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COMMENT | No room for debate: Quiet crisis of academic freedom

COMMENT | No room for debate: Quiet crisis of academic freedom

If universities cannot host difficult conversations, what are they for?

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