Archive - 21 July 2025

Scrap metal rings: MACC freezes accounts worth RM150m

Scrap metal rings: MACC freezes accounts worth RM150m

27 statements have been recorded, including from a 'Datuk' suspect.
Lawsuit seeks to declare BM version of Constitution as authoritative text

Lawsuit seeks to declare BM version of Constitution as authoritative text

Haniff criticises govt for not enforcing the Malay text, calls it breach of constitutional duty.
Cost of living main reason youths delay starting family - deputy minister

Cost of living main reason youths delay starting family - deputy minister

Noraini: Govt initiatives to help young couples build families in stable environment.
Zayn's mum denies charges of neglect, recounts timeline of disappearance

Zayn's mum denies charges of neglect, recounts timeline of disappearance

Ismanira testifies in her defence against charges of neglecting her son.
SMM claims jet photo re-emergence tied to legal retaliation campaign

SMM claims jet photo re-emergence tied to legal retaliation campaign

Firm denies allegations of misconduct, calls them defamatory.
Sabah mining scandal deepens, new info challenges Farhash's claims

Sabah mining scandal deepens, new info challenges Farhash's claims

UPDATED 10.40PM | MalaysiaNow publishes documents purportedly proving Farhash received licence approval.
Audit report flags RM7.8b in army vehicle contracts over delays

Audit report flags RM7.8b in army vehicle contracts over delays

Significant delays in the supply of 5 types of army vehicles discovered.
Govt succeeds in reducing new debt - PM

Govt succeeds in reducing new debt - PM

Anwar says new debt is at RM77b compared to RM99b 2 years ago.
Buy now, pay later, if you can afford it: Dewan passes microloan law

Buy now, pay later, if you can afford it: Dewan passes microloan law

UPDATED 6.45PM | PARLIAMENT | New legislation requires providers to check customers' debt capability before approving credit.
PAS MP wants debate on Farhash's alleged prospecting licence from GLC

PAS MP wants debate on Farhash's alleged prospecting licence from GLC

PARLIAMENT | Shahidan files motion requesting the debate and another on Turun Anwar rally.
Auditor report tells ministries to discontinue selected procurement method

Auditor report tells ministries to discontinue selected procurement method

Report says the method can be open to manipulation and lacks transparency.
MACC to call up 20 more witnesses in RM180m data centre case

MACC to call up 20 more witnesses in RM180m data centre case

Statements from 12 people have been recorded, and three suspects are under remand.
Rafizi: PKR, PAS have one thing in common

Rafizi: PKR, PAS have one thing in common

Both parties' leadership get defensive when facing internal criticism, says former minister.
LETTER | Vape bans: Slippery slope for legal governance

LETTER | Vape bans: Slippery slope for legal governance

States cannot be allowed to override federal laws and regulations at will.
National Debt Under Control Amid Reforms, Say Economists

National Debt Under Control Amid Reforms, Say Economists

Malaysia’s robust economic fundamentals and ongoing reforms support its ability to manage RM1.22 trillion in national debt.
HUKM tried to cut cancer treatment costs, patients paid the price - audit

HUKM tried to cut cancer treatment costs, patients paid the price - audit

Department also flags two other tenders that the hospital had approved.
Act on Teoh's case or lose our votes, youth groups warn PM

Act on Teoh's case or lose our votes, youth groups warn PM

'If you continue to dodge the core issues, we will not forget.'
Agong assents to 20 laws, including Media Council, Parliamentary Services Act

Agong assents to 20 laws, including Media Council, Parliamentary Services Act

PARLIAMENT | Others include amendments to anti-money laundering legislation and Online Safety Act.
Court orders Zayn's mum to defend against negligence charges

Court orders Zayn's mum to defend against negligence charges

UPDATED 2.11PM | Prosecution also drops case against father, citing insufficient evidence.
Syed Saddiq gets govt funding for Muar, claims tight conditions imposed

Syed Saddiq gets govt funding for Muar, claims tight conditions imposed

Muar MP only secured RM200k, spending limited to office expenditure.
Fast, Eco-Friendly Turbidity Treatment with EcoClear Gel Blocks

Fast, Eco-Friendly Turbidity Treatment with EcoClear Gel Blocks

Offering fast, effective, and eco-conscious treatment, EcoClear Gel Blocks provide a powerful alternative to traditional methods.
Sabah GLC, Anwar's ex-aide deny report on mineral prospecting licence

Sabah GLC, Anwar's ex-aide deny report on mineral prospecting licence

UPDATED 2.25PM | SMM does not have any authority to issue licences, says CEO.
COMMENT | Protest is not a solution - stability is

COMMENT | Protest is not a solution - stability is

Removing the head of government amid challenging times only makes things worse.
Putrajaya mulls law to make MyDigital ID registration mandatory

Putrajaya mulls law to make MyDigital ID registration mandatory

PARLIAMENT | This is due to low take-up with the voluntary sign-up approach.
KPJ Healthcare Strengthens Leadership in ESG and CSR

KPJ Healthcare Strengthens Leadership in ESG and CSR

Honoured with two major awards at the 10th Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2025

No last-minute switch in judicial appointments, says Anwar

No last-minute switch in judicial appointments, says Anwar

PM points out he followed the process under the Federal Constitution.
Anwar gets stay of proceedings in Yusoff lawsuit

Anwar gets stay of proceedings in Yusoff lawsuit

UPDATED 1.15PM | The appellate court to consider PM's constitutional challenge.
COMMENT | Can Malaysians still trust their courts?

COMMENT | Can Malaysians still trust their courts?

Question is all the more pertinent in light of recent judicial crisis.
Govt won't sacrifice bumiputera policies in US tariff talks: PM

Govt won't sacrifice bumiputera policies in US tariff talks: PM

UPDATED 11.57AM | Anwar calls it a red line that will not be compromised.
Enchanted Evening Sparks Hope: RM600,000 Raised To Save Lives From Kidney Failure

Enchanted Evening Sparks Hope: RM600,000 Raised To Save Lives From Kidney Failure

The funds will improve 11 dialysis centres, enhance cardiac diagnostics, and expand free health screenings for underserved communities.

Serious irregularities found in three audits

Serious irregularities found in three audits

One involves Felcra's leasing procurements for four oil palm plantations.
PM signals govt will allow vote of no confidence in Parliament

PM signals govt will allow vote of no confidence in Parliament

UPDATED 10.22AM | If you have the majority, go ahead, says PM.
COMMENT | A soldier's harrowing memoir of service to country

COMMENT | A soldier's harrowing memoir of service to country

Swami's book provides an unvarnished glimpse into military life as a non-Malay.
COMMENT | A stable govt with an unpopular PM

COMMENT | A stable govt with an unpopular PM

Political rivals hold view that sitting premier must be absolutely clean.
Stay away from 'Turun Anwar' rally, chief secretary tells civil servants

Stay away from 'Turun Anwar' rally, chief secretary tells civil servants

Shamsul reminds them to be loyal to king and country.
Muhyiddin's anti-Madani axis

Muhyiddin's anti-Madani axis

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.