Archive - 4 August 2025

Cops warn of scams targeting Sara aid recipients

Cops warn of scams targeting Sara aid recipients

Authorities expect syndicates will try to fool victims by pretending to verify aid eligibility.
Gagasan veep rejects cooperation with BN unless Hajiji leads talks

Gagasan veep rejects cooperation with BN unless Hajiji leads talks

Masiung believes it's impossible to form mutual understanding with BN.
Influencers sorry for chicken bone stunt, say homeless man gave consent

Influencers sorry for chicken bone stunt, say homeless man gave consent

They claim content was meant to encourage charity.
AGC studying legal elements of police probe into Zara's death

AGC studying legal elements of police probe into Zara's death

Decision will be made once legal review completed, it says.
Rafizi issues six reminders to keep 13th Malaysia Plan on track

Rafizi issues six reminders to keep 13th Malaysia Plan on track

PARLIAMENT | Changing govt, rejecting others' ideas among negative attitudes to avoid.
Speaker's decision not subject to judicial scrutiny, appellate court rules

Speaker's decision not subject to judicial scrutiny, appellate court rules

Bersatu fails to challenge Johari's decision not to vacate party defectors' seats.
MCA Youth issues RM456m aerotrain upgrade poser after repeated disruptions

MCA Youth issues RM456m aerotrain upgrade poser after repeated disruptions

UPDATED 7.07PM | Operational issues a matter of public concern, since public funds used - Saw.
Perak DAP Youth: No point debating MIC - a party M'sians reject

Perak DAP Youth: No point debating MIC - a party M'sians reject

This follows fake poster showing DAP rep accepting MIC Youth's debate challenge.
Smarter air, cleaner living with LG PuriCare™ Dual Inverter Dehumidifier

Smarter air, cleaner living with LG PuriCare™ Dual Inverter Dehumidifier

LG Electronics introduces the LG PuriCare™ DUAL Inverter Dehumidifier (16L), a powerful, intelligent smart home appliance that combines enhanced air quality, precise moisture management and exceptional energy efficiency in a sleek, minimalist design.
Fadhli questions use of funds from govt-linked entities in 13MP

Fadhli questions use of funds from govt-linked entities in 13MP

PARLIAMENT | It sparks MP outcry over 'elephants, apes, goats.'
Local rice not selling? Check quality first, says opposition

Local rice not selling? Check quality first, says opposition

PARLIAMENT | Hamzah slams deputy minister for lamenting local rice not well-received.
N Sembilan DAP veterans apologise for 'sanitary pad mask' protest

N Sembilan DAP veterans apologise for 'sanitary pad mask' protest

State DAP Veterans Club chair says he had no intent to insult women.
Not all digital, tech trade aspects during US tariff talks agreeable to M'sia: Zafrul

Not all digital, tech trade aspects during US tariff talks agreeable to M'sia: Zafrul

PARLIAMENT | Social media platforms subject to criminal liability under national law, minister says.
Loke chides DAP veterans for 'highly insensitive' sanitary pad protest

Loke chides DAP veterans for 'highly insensitive' sanitary pad protest

There are internal channels for them to air their grievances, party leader says.

Rep reveals disabled worker behind school's flag blunder

Rep reveals disabled worker behind school's flag blunder

Flag brought down after mistake realised, says Choo.
'MAG's Boeing aircraft purchase part of long-term fleet renewal, capacity expansion'

'MAG's Boeing aircraft purchase part of long-term fleet renewal, capacity expansion'

PARLIAMENT | Zafrul says deal not made abruptly or due to tariff pressures.
MOH rules out full-time mental health counsellors in secondary schools

MOH rules out full-time mental health counsellors in secondary schools

Dzulkefly says such services available at health facilities.
Govt finalising rescue plan for financially troubled MEX II project

Govt finalising rescue plan for financially troubled MEX II project

Discussion includes completion cost, traffic analysis, toll rate - Nanta.
Loke: Don't politicise flag incident, let ministry probe it

Loke: Don't politicise flag incident, let ministry probe it

Minister reminds the public importance of displaying Jalur Gemilang correctly.
'Yusuf in Bukit Gasing': Can govt afford RM430b for 13MP, Hamzah asks

'Yusuf in Bukit Gasing': Can govt afford RM430b for 13MP, Hamzah asks

PARLIAMENT | Like planning a bungalow but lacking money, says the PN lawmaker.
'Say one thing, do another': Hamzah slams govt over tariff caucus no-show

'Say one thing, do another': Hamzah slams govt over tariff caucus no-show

PARLIAMENT | PN nominees confirm not receiving invitation to join committee.
PN lawmaker's 'May 13' remark sparks uproar during 13MP debate

PN lawmaker's 'May 13' remark sparks uproar during 13MP debate

UPDATED 3.08PM | PARLIAMENT | Awang highlights glaring omission of targeted development plans for bumiputera.
Rakyat shouldn't suffer due to Perlis water company failures - Gan

Rakyat shouldn't suffer due to Perlis water company failures - Gan

Low pressure, water disruptions persist, says Indera Kayangan assemblyperson.
Lawyer urges inquest into UTM student's death, questions AG's silence

Lawyer urges inquest into UTM student's death, questions AG's silence

Attorney-general is custodian of public interest, Naran says.
Minister: M'sia competitive for medical tourism despite SST

Minister: M'sia competitive for medical tourism despite SST

Treatments 30-40pct cheaper than neighbours, Dzulkefly says.
S'wak inaugurates 'White House' in conjunction with premier's birthday

S'wak inaugurates 'White House' in conjunction with premier's birthday

Decision to construct new building driven by security concerns - Johari.
Perak DAP rep pans fake 'challenge accepted' poster, blames MIC

Perak DAP rep pans fake 'challenge accepted' poster, blames MIC

Thulsi says BN party has too much time in hand.
ITech System is Driving Smart, Sustainable Infrastructure in Malaysia

ITech System is Driving Smart, Sustainable Infrastructure in Malaysia

From data centres to ESG tech, leads Malaysia’s green and digital transformation journey.

Perak sultan's office files police report on false claim of royal wedding

Perak sultan's office files police report on false claim of royal wedding

No one appointed as official spokesperson for palace events - comptroller.
Syndicate at KLIA: Not just empty talk, action taken, minister says

Syndicate at KLIA: Not just empty talk, action taken, minister says

PARLIAMENT | Two charged in court, 48 other cases recommended for prosecution, Saifuddin says.
School's flag blunder sparks fury from Akmal, forgiveness from academic

School's flag blunder sparks fury from Akmal, forgiveness from academic

Take stern action before this becomes trivialised, says the Umno Youth chief.
Affiliate, AI and the Creator Economy: A new digital workforce emerges

Affiliate, AI and the Creator Economy: A new digital workforce emerges

Xamble Academy and GlobalNxt University collaborate to prepare Malaysians for a rising RM9.83 billion affiliate industry powered by content and technology.

Saifuddin: Changes to citizenship regulation expected by end-2026

Saifuddin: Changes to citizenship regulation expected by end-2026

PARLIAMENT | Home minister says 57 clauses need to be reviewed.
MP SPEAKS | Anwar has turned the corner

MP SPEAKS | Anwar has turned the corner

PM calms domestic unrest, scores diplomatic and economic wins.
Designing Tomorrow’s Healthcare Landscape

Designing Tomorrow’s Healthcare Landscape

A personalised, future-focused degree that equips students with hands-on experience, global opportunities, and specialised pathways.

Deputy speaker urges govt to reward whistleblowing civil servants

Deputy speaker urges govt to reward whistleblowing civil servants

PARLIAMENT | Ramli's suggestion comes amid immigration corruption concerns.
Police to submit probe findings on Zara's death to AGC today

Police to submit probe findings on Zara's death to AGC today

UPDATED 11.38AM | This is despite family's claim authorities did not thoroughly investigate case.
BigSeller’s 2025 E-Commerce Summit signals a bold future for Malaysian online sellers

BigSeller’s 2025 E-Commerce Summit signals a bold future for Malaysian online sellers

As Malaysian sellers continue to explore international opportunities, BigSeller remains focused on delivering the tools and support needed to build scalable, cross-border e-commerce businesses.
COMMENT | Fahmi, is govt really listening to the people?

COMMENT | Fahmi, is govt really listening to the people?

Even govt MPs who represent rakyat are not being heard.
OIC, Arab states condemn Israeli minister storming Al-Aqsa

OIC, Arab states condemn Israeli minister storming Al-Aqsa

Saudi Foreign Ministry warns of fueling conflict in the region.
KLIA immigration, corruption to be raised in Dewan Rakyat today

KLIA immigration, corruption to be raised in Dewan Rakyat today

Petaling Jaya MP set to raise the issue with the home minister.
Checkmate, M'sia crowns its first chess GM

Checkmate, M'sia crowns its first chess GM

Yeoh, 25, secures the title after winning a championship in KL yesterday.
No plans to fully allow cross-border e-hailing, Singapore says

No plans to fully allow cross-border e-hailing, Singapore says

LTA notes existing cross-border taxi scheme.
DAP Women slams use of sanitary pads in intra-party dispute

DAP Women slams use of sanitary pads in intra-party dispute

Using pads as tools of ridicule reinforces menstruation stigma, Teo says.
COMMENT | DAP has closed the book on Teoh Beng Hock

COMMENT | DAP has closed the book on Teoh Beng Hock

Justice for Beng Hock denied as DAP shields state from accountability.
Govt mulls nuclear energy for peninsula, Sabah

Govt mulls nuclear energy for peninsula, Sabah

Suitability of locations near water sources key consideration in feasibility study, says DPM.
Love hurts, Anwar says on Sabah

Love hurts, Anwar says on Sabah

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