Archive - 16 July 2025

Court of Appeal judge Wan Ahmad Farid to become next CJ?

Court of Appeal judge Wan Ahmad Farid to become next CJ?

Former deputy minister among front-runners for the job.
Beng Hock's family: No payout can replace justice for his death

Beng Hock's family: No payout can replace justice for his death

UPDATED 8.52PM | 'What we want is the truth and justice.'
National security, judicial picks discussed at rulers' meeting

National security, judicial picks discussed at rulers' meeting

The Conference of Rulers also took note of a proposal to ban vapes.
Rep questions profit as Malacca water company seeks another tariff hike

Rep questions profit as Malacca water company seeks another tariff hike

Yadzil claims SAMB's tariff move contrary to CM's boasting of state's economic prosperity.
MDEC and strategic partners JDN, Synapze host MDX Summit and SmartGov 2025

MDEC and strategic partners JDN, Synapze host MDX Summit and SmartGov 2025

Malaysiakini and Digital News Asia are proud to be one of the events’ official media partners this September.
Youth group slams probe on student leader over anti-graft rally

Youth group slams probe on student leader over anti-graft rally

'Dragging students to police stations exposes how weak the govt is.'
Sidec launches Selangor Twin Accelerator Programme to power next-gen startups and SME’s in M'sia

Sidec launches Selangor Twin Accelerator Programme to power next-gen startups and SME’s in M'sia

With AFFIN, TikTok Shop, and Artem on board, Sidec aims for 500 startups by 2030 — now with a global runway through Silicon Valley and ByteDance HQ
Cops confirm nudity at controversial motivational programme

Cops confirm nudity at controversial motivational programme

Police confirm nude 'rebirth' ritual at RM9k course.
Wan-two punch from Bersatu MPs after Dewan speaker lashes out

Wan-two punch from Bersatu MPs after Dewan speaker lashes out

Wan Fayhsal and Wan Saiful hit back at Johari over Parliament attendance remark.
Malaysia champions ASEAN Skills Agenda at ATMC 2025

Malaysia champions ASEAN Skills Agenda at ATMC 2025

The conference also demonstrated the importance of addressing equity in skills development and driving greater private sector investment to future-proof ASEAN’s workforce.
MAHB Enhances KLIA T1 with RM30mil in Upgrades for Smoother Travel

MAHB Enhances KLIA T1 with RM30mil in Upgrades for Smoother Travel

From better check-ins to family zones, KLIA Terminal 1 sees major upgrades ahead of tourism and regional events.

Accused of attacking songstress, Amy Search and wife lodge report

Accused of attacking songstress, Amy Search and wife lodge report

Shila Amzah claims 'legendary singer' berated her at a concert rehearsal.
Minister vows zero tolerance after IS-linked group busted

Minister vows zero tolerance after IS-linked group busted

'Our intelligence capabilities are at a very high level,' Saifuddin says.
PPPA bans increasingly target LGBTQ+ media, local publications: Report

PPPA bans increasingly target LGBTQ+ media, local publications: Report

Sexual minority media make up 42pct of bans in past 5 years.
PKR Youth to rally against US nomination of 'alpha male' as envoy

PKR Youth to rally against US nomination of 'alpha male' as envoy

UPDATED 4.25PM | Kasthuri says no room in society for someone with 'perverse interest' like Adams.
'Cops will faciliate anti-Anwar rally but lack of notice makes it hard'

'Cops will faciliate anti-Anwar rally but lack of notice makes it hard'

Cops can mobilise accordingly if they know what to expect, says Saifuddin.
Umno Youth: Delaying Najib’s house arrest akin to betraying rulers

Umno Youth: Delaying Najib’s house arrest akin to betraying rulers

Sollehin says this was not about Umno’s agenda, but enforcing lawful royal decree.
Rafizi slams PAS’ flip-flops on judiciary RCI, calls it absurd

Rafizi slams PAS’ flip-flops on judiciary RCI, calls it absurd

PAS leaders making themselves look foolish, he says.
PKR leader pushes social media campaign to rebuild Anwar's reputation

PKR leader pushes social media campaign to rebuild Anwar's reputation

Sangetha says it's not connected to govt's recent 'extraordinary tribute' announcement.
Cops quiz Mkini, businessperson over Sabah scandal 'settlement offer'

Cops quiz Mkini, businessperson over Sabah scandal 'settlement offer'

This is the second time the news portal has been questioned on the matter.
NGO slams Rakan KKM as 'privatisation in disguise'

NGO slams Rakan KKM as 'privatisation in disguise'

Gerakan Ekonomi Malaysia says it will lead to systemic inequality in healthcare system.
Hashim: PAS open to presidency contest, but who would challenge Hadi?

Hashim: PAS open to presidency contest, but who would challenge Hadi?

PAS spiritual leader says while party policy allows it, challengers unlikely.
Beng Hock's death: MACC apologises to family, offers contribution for son

Beng Hock's death: MACC apologises to family, offers contribution for son

UPDATED 1.10PM | Graftbusters issue first public apology on Beng Hock's 16th death anniversary.
Solar with Strategy: How GME Greentech Balances Purpose, Profit, and Progress

Solar with Strategy: How GME Greentech Balances Purpose, Profit, and Progress

Awarded SME100, GME Greentech is making solar energy accessible to more Malaysians than ever.

Bumi Optimus Leading the Charge in Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity

Bumi Optimus Leading the Charge in Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity

Bumi Optimus delivers tailored, future-ready IT solutions that keep businesses secure, agile, and ahead of the curve.

Would removing implicated judge solve judicial crisis, Zaid asks

Would removing implicated judge solve judicial crisis, Zaid asks

Former law minister challenges Rafizi and Nurul Izzah to answer the question.
COMMENT | Let 13th M'sia Plan deliver justice to Indian Malaysians

COMMENT | Let 13th M'sia Plan deliver justice to Indian Malaysians

Indian political actors must form united front to pressure govt for change.
UN Palestine inquiry members resign as US sanctions rapporteur

UN Palestine inquiry members resign as US sanctions rapporteur

They say the body requires renewal and cited their own age as reasons.
Bersatu moots united opposition front, backs July 26 anti-Anwar rally

Bersatu moots united opposition front, backs July 26 anti-Anwar rally

Muhyiddin will lead efforts to link up all anti-government parties.
COMMENT | How to influence the judiciary and lose your friends

COMMENT | How to influence the judiciary and lose your friends

Revisiting Roosevelt's attempt to 'pack' the US Supreme Court.
COMMENT | Stock answers to simple questions on privatised parking

COMMENT | Stock answers to simple questions on privatised parking

Evasive responses only further raise suspicions that something is awry.
YOURSAY | PAS' 'leaders for life' show lack of capable successors

YOURSAY | PAS' 'leaders for life' show lack of capable successors

‘This ensures younger upstarts with new ideas don’t rise and overthrow these dinosaurs.’
Miti urged to ramp up anti-graft meetings with business community

Miti urged to ramp up anti-graft meetings with business community

This to enhance Malaysia's score, global ranking in Corruption Perceptions Index.
Rulers to make announcement on judges

Rulers to make announcement on judges

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