Archive - 26 June 2025

Terengganu residential school student claims bullying by seniors

Terengganu residential school student claims bullying by seniors

Victim ordered to squat with a slipper on his head, also punched and slapped.
Ex-Sabah Water Dept director claims RM17m cash in office wasn't his

Ex-Sabah Water Dept director claims RM17m cash in office wasn't his

Tahir says only RM3m was his, Umno brother would sometimes seek donations.
Is DAP gunning for non-Muslim armed forces chief, PAS leader asks

Is DAP gunning for non-Muslim armed forces chief, PAS leader asks

Zuhdi accuses DAP of fanning racial sentiments over Zaharudin's FB post.
MCA urges MOE to release matriculation entry rules

MCA urges MOE to release matriculation entry rules

Ongoing uncertainty has led to declining public confidence, Ong says.
Govt urged to consider total vape ban amid youth abuse, drug risks

Govt urged to consider total vape ban amid youth abuse, drug risks

Drug-laced vapes harming students spark calls to tighten laws, ban ads.
Do you want me to become a dictator, PM asks DNAA critics

Do you want me to become a dictator, PM asks DNAA critics

'Don't expect judiciary to make rulings based on your opinions.'
S'gor PKR Youth urges cops to probe Hadi's son-in-law for sedition

S'gor PKR Youth urges cops to probe Hadi's son-in-law for sedition

UPDATED 6.38PM | This after FB post on country's first Chinese lieutenant general.
Urban Renewal Act drafted after record 101 engagement sessions - Nga

Urban Renewal Act drafted after record 101 engagement sessions - Nga

It's one of the most comprehensive legislative processes, minister says.
Higher education institutions urged to comply with SOP after student's death

Higher education institutions urged to comply with SOP after student's death

MOHE says compliance important to ensure comprehensive protection for students.
SDB’s One-Two-Boost opens first retail store at Mid Valley Megamall to empower special needs community

SDB’s One-Two-Boost opens first retail store at Mid Valley Megamall to empower special needs community

The store’s official launch was officiated by Pathmanathan Nalasamy who serves as the Director of the Department for the Development of Persons with Disabilities
NGO accuses PJ mayor of dodging Bukit Gasing landslide concerns

NGO accuses PJ mayor of dodging Bukit Gasing landslide concerns

Peka says no evidence that development project meets approval criteria.
Fuziah claims provocateurs fanning flames in PKR divisions

Fuziah claims provocateurs fanning flames in PKR divisions

PKR sec-gen says those disgruntled after party polls being targeted.
Graft scandal: Sabah mining group wants MACC to act against CM

Graft scandal: Sabah mining group wants MACC to act against CM

'MACC must act firmly and fairly.'
Book seizure: 'Give your officers pocket money,' publisher tells Saifuddin

Book seizure: 'Give your officers pocket money,' publisher tells Saifuddin

Fixi says officers didn't pay, resulting in loss of sales.
Apex court dismisses Maria Chin's leave to appeal Syariah Court's notice

Apex court dismisses Maria Chin's leave to appeal Syariah Court's notice

Ex-MP was sentenced to jail after commenting on businessperson's ex-wife case.
PM launches Kota Madani smart city project in Putrajaya

PM launches Kota Madani smart city project in Putrajaya

Anwar proposes project be adopted as model for all urban planning, developments.
Group backs Bar's bid to get JAC minutes after judicial interference claims

Group backs Bar's bid to get JAC minutes after judicial interference claims

Allegations strike at the heart of rule of law, Ramachelvam says.
DAP claims credit for matric policy shift, MCA mocks govt

DAP claims credit for matric policy shift, MCA mocks govt

Yeo says DAP first proposed policy and it proves party actively driving reforms.
AGC takes Syed Saddiq's acquittal in RM1.12m graft case to Federal Court

AGC takes Syed Saddiq's acquittal in RM1.12m graft case to Federal Court

UPDATED 3.15PM | Prosecution files notice of appeal today.
Where Innovation Meets Everyday Life: Taiwan Excellence Charts the Future at Taiwan Expo 2025

Where Innovation Meets Everyday Life: Taiwan Excellence Charts the Future at Taiwan Expo 2025

Discover award-winning innovations designed to elevate everyday life—where intelligent design meets real-world impact.

Stung Zaid decries exit of CJ who stood against political pressure

Stung Zaid decries exit of CJ who stood against political pressure

Zaid asks if PM prefers more compliant CJ after no offer to extend her tenure.
COMMENT | Nine judges, two years, one crisis

COMMENT | Nine judges, two years, one crisis

Malaysia's path between judicial collapse and Constitutional renewal.
Mas Ermieyati calls for probe against senior judge over 'judicial interference'

Mas Ermieyati calls for probe against senior judge over 'judicial interference'

'No one should be presumed guilty before going through proper legal process.'
Zahid: Umno ready to consider lifting Hishammuddin's suspension

Zahid: Umno ready to consider lifting Hishammuddin's suspension

The supreme council can consider the matter, says Umno president.
COMMENT | Ensuring benefits for rakyat with responsible use of mobile data

COMMENT | Ensuring benefits for rakyat with responsible use of mobile data

Let us not conflate good governance with intrusion, or precaution with paranoia.
Petition launched to step up public pressure over Teoh's case

Petition launched to step up public pressure over Teoh's case

Justice delayed is justice denied, say organisations.
Calls for justice after varsity student found dead in Cyberjaya condo

Calls for justice after varsity student found dead in Cyberjaya condo

PN lawmaker Saifuddin wants a full and transparent investigation.
Hadi's son-in-law warns legal action, Sim says 'bring it on, racist'

Hadi's son-in-law warns legal action, Sim says 'bring it on, racist'

UPDATED 12.50PM | Zaharuddin says he deleted post not out of fear, but to wipe out cyber troopers.
Exempt SST on mandarins, dates during festive seasons, says PJ MP

Exempt SST on mandarins, dates during festive seasons, says PJ MP

UPDATED 12.20PM | Lee says it will have minimal impact on national revenue.
PKR MP lauds PM for allowing A- scorers in matric intake

PKR MP lauds PM for allowing A- scorers in matric intake

It shows excellence rewarded without racial or inequality barriers, says Prabakaran.
YOURSAY | PAS leaders must stop racist fear-mongering

YOURSAY | PAS leaders must stop racist fear-mongering

'They cry about Malay rights but sabotage national pride when non-Malays succeed.'
After avocado backlash, PM now says apples, oranges will be SST-free

After avocado backlash, PM now says apples, oranges will be SST-free

UPDATED 12.18PM | Anwar says exemptions given due to many complaints.
Don't sweep judge scandal under the rug, PAS Youth warns govt

Don't sweep judge scandal under the rug, PAS Youth warns govt

Afnan says this is a serious matter that could impact public trust.
COMMENT | Weapons of mass deception in war

COMMENT | Weapons of mass deception in war

Religion, human rights, democracy have all been used to justify unnecessary conflicts.
Muda offers president post back to Syed Saddiq after acquittal

Muda offers president post back to Syed Saddiq after acquittal

UPDATED 12.26PM | Committee respects that Muar MP needs time to deliberate on it.
PAS distances itself from Hadi's son-in-law's racist post, warns of action

PAS distances itself from Hadi's son-in-law's racist post, warns of action

Takiyuddin stresses the post does not reflect party's stand, against PAS principles.
Cops probing student's death in Cyberjaya, no signs of rape

Cops probing student's death in Cyberjaya, no signs of rape

Cause of death is blunt force trauma to the head - police.
As Johor's data centre hub grows, so do fears over water supply

As Johor's data centre hub grows, so do fears over water supply

Laws needed to mandate water efficiency in data centres.

Bar wants oversight, reforms in mobile data policy

Bar wants oversight, reforms in mobile data policy

Bar president says there is a trust deficit in government's data handling.
Legal action against UMS protesters sets dangerous precedent: Lawyers

Legal action against UMS protesters sets dangerous precedent: Lawyers

It will also criminalise acts in anti-Israeli and Palestinian solidarity protests.
COMMENT | Burning question: What are the boundaries of protest?

COMMENT | Burning question: What are the boundaries of protest?

UMS protest a crucial test for the Madani government.