Archive - 20 June 2025

Fahmi Reza posts Sabah photo after travel ban - but is he there?

Fahmi Reza posts Sabah photo after travel ban - but is he there?

It’s unclear whether artist-activist is just teasing public.
LETTER | What the Iran-Israel escalation really revealed

LETTER | What the Iran-Israel escalation really revealed

Iran manages to challenge Israel, Western powers’ narratives of the republic.
SST: Firm welcomes govt’s clarification on exemption mechanism for raw sugar

SST: Firm welcomes govt’s clarification on exemption mechanism for raw sugar

Refiners may apply for tax exemptions under certain conditions.
Malaysia rallies ASEAN against transnational crime under 2025 chairmanship

Malaysia rallies ASEAN against transnational crime under 2025 chairmanship

This effort underscores ASEAN’s commitment to inclusive and security-oriented integration.
New electricity tariffs spare households using less than 1,000kWh

New electricity tariffs spare households using less than 1,000kWh

It will be part of 'energy efficiency incentive' scheme – Energy Commission
Retailers flag cost burden from expanded SST, seek postponement

Retailers flag cost burden from expanded SST, seek postponement

Additional costs will eventually be passed to consumers, group says.
Be fair, don't 'stigmatise' Najib's DNAA: veteran lawyer

Be fair, don't 'stigmatise' Najib's DNAA: veteran lawyer

Haniff says documents needed being used in other trial.
Heed BNM's wage reform call before expanding SST, urges ex-DAP MP

Heed BNM's wage reform call before expanding SST, urges ex-DAP MP

Cost of living is biting, pay cheques aren't catching up, says Charles.
Keeping Malaysians in the workforce for longer

Keeping Malaysians in the workforce for longer

With an ageing population on the rise, PERKESO is reshaping social security to support flexible work, health, and inclusion.
Zaid urges reforms in AGC, alleging 'flawed prosecution' after Najib's DNAA

Zaid urges reforms in AGC, alleging 'flawed prosecution' after Najib's DNAA

Former minister says AGC riddled with problems, lacks accountability.
Foreign Ministry finalises repatriation, M'sians to leave Iran today

Foreign Ministry finalises repatriation, M'sians to leave Iran today

It will ensure a quick, smooth and safe journey for all involved.
'Drop probe against MCA Youth leader over mobile data collection'

'Drop probe against MCA Youth leader over mobile data collection'

Provide better transparency on the project instead, MIC Youth chief says.
Najib's DNAA: PM passes the buck to AG, judge

Najib's DNAA: PM passes the buck to AG, judge

I don't want to get involved, Anwar says.
Special Branch director is new IGP

Special Branch director is new IGP

UPDATED 4.28PM | Khalid replaces outgoing Razarudin.
Nine EU countries urge review on trade linked to Israeli settlements

Nine EU countries urge review on trade linked to Israeli settlements

Examine whether it is consistent with international law, European Commission told.
KPJ Healthcare launches KWAN Mobile Clinic at HSA to expand healthcare access in Johor

KPJ Healthcare launches KWAN Mobile Clinic at HSA to expand healthcare access in Johor

KWAN Mobile Clinic services in Johor, which began in 2017, are currently supported by two mobile units that continue to serve communities at their existing locations across the state.
S'gor vows to track religious liberalism, pluralism to guard sanctity of Islam

S'gor vows to track religious liberalism, pluralism to guard sanctity of Islam

Public urged to report to Jais if there is proof of those spreading beliefs - Fahmi.
Zero sales tax on local fruits will boost economy - experts

Zero sales tax on local fruits will boost economy - experts

They will remain reasonably priced, accessible to public.
Refined sugar stays tax-free under SST revision - MOF

Refined sugar stays tax-free under SST revision - MOF

No reason to raise price, ministry says.
Govt signals cover-up by muzzling Edisi Siasat, Bersatu Youth slams block

Govt signals cover-up by muzzling Edisi Siasat, Bersatu Youth slams block

Whistleblower channel played significant role in exposing misconduct, Na'im says.
Royal Malaysia Police announces promotion, transfers of 8 senior officers

Royal Malaysia Police announces promotion, transfers of 8 senior officers

Changes include Selangor, KL, Kedah and Penang police chiefs.
Flash floods hit parts of Selangor, motorists stranded

Flash floods hit parts of Selangor, motorists stranded

Areas include Bukit Kemuning and Sri Muda in Shah Alam.
Proposed EPF health insurance scheme will be voluntary - Dzulkefly

Proposed EPF health insurance scheme will be voluntary - Dzulkefly

Initiative to offer contributors option of broader insurance coverage, minister says.
Rafizi demands Najib DNAA explanation, confirmation of quick refile

Rafizi demands Najib DNAA explanation, confirmation of quick refile

UPDATED 1.27PM | PKR MP can't understand why prosecution took so long to prepare documents.
COMMENT | 20 minutes that changed Yusoff's life

COMMENT | 20 minutes that changed Yusoff's life

What happened to Anwar's ex-aide can also happen to us.
Interfaith group backs PN, wants Harapan to honour judicial reform vow

Interfaith group backs PN, wants Harapan to honour judicial reform vow

MCCBCHST stresses need to safeguard judicial independence at all times.
Whistleblower Act belongs in the bin, going by Azam's reasoning: Lawyer

Whistleblower Act belongs in the bin, going by Azam's reasoning: Lawyer

Mahajoth slams MACC chief for denying his client protection.
DNAA: Najib returns to prison, but still 'very happy'

DNAA: Najib returns to prison, but still 'very happy'

UPDATED 12.20PM | Number of cases he is facing has decreased, says Shafee.
COMMENT | Indian 'mandors' not the real problem

COMMENT | Indian 'mandors' not the real problem

Blame those behind the system of subservience.
COMMENT | Malaysia and Germany - an enduring friendship

COMMENT | Malaysia and Germany - an enduring friendship

Bilateral relations have soared to an all-time high amid global uncertainty.
Report: Sabah state minister among trio to be charged over alleged graft

Report: Sabah state minister among trio to be charged over alleged graft

Rep to be called for questioning next week.
Anwar says GST efficient, but people's income too low

Anwar says GST efficient, but people's income too low

Tax system can only be in place when average pay reaches RM4k a month - PM.
Trump approves attack plan for Iran, decision to strike in two weeks

Trump approves attack plan for Iran, decision to strike in two weeks

US president waiting to see if Tehran abandons nuclear programme.
Najib gets DNAA in SRC money laundering case

Najib gets DNAA in SRC money laundering case

UPDATED 11.57AM | His lawyer previously noted that the trial has been repeatedly postponed since 2019.
COMMENT | Was majority decision on SIS absolutely correct?

COMMENT | Was majority decision on SIS absolutely correct?

Dissenting judge equally right in saying matter should be determined by syariah court.
Treasury sec-gen urges builders to avoid cutting corners as SST looms

Treasury sec-gen urges builders to avoid cutting corners as SST looms

Johan calls for professionalism and ethics in dealing with extra cost pressure.
Malaysia reports its first Covid-19 death in 2025

Malaysia reports its first Covid-19 death in 2025

Last fatality recorded on May 26 last year.
Backpedal on fruit tax begins

Backpedal on fruit tax begins

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