Archive - 6 August 2025

Ex-DAP MP pans Guan Eng over 'unbecoming' no minimum wage idea

Ex-DAP MP pans Guan Eng over 'unbecoming' no minimum wage idea

UPDATED 10.04PM | 'You have revealed how comfortable you are with a system built on cheap, disposable labour.'
AGC issues key instructions to cops on probe into Zara's death

AGC issues key instructions to cops on probe into Zara's death

However, AG says he cannot reveal further details.
CJ vows to protect independence of judiciary amid Umno past ties concern

CJ vows to protect independence of judiciary amid Umno past ties concern

Wan Ahmad Farid says his history cannot be erased.
Nasa head confirms plans to build nuclear reactor on the moon

Nasa head confirms plans to build nuclear reactor on the moon

We're in a race with China to the moon, says Duffy.
Former police station chief fined RM20k over 40 corruption charges

Former police station chief fined RM20k over 40 corruption charges

He was accused of receiving between RM150 and RM1,000 from several individuals.
Mitra not 'catch-all' body, MP tells govt agencies

Mitra not 'catch-all' body, MP tells govt agencies

PARLIAMENT | Prabakaran says it becomes 'difficult' if every agency keeps pointing people to Mitra.
Ben Lee Automobile supports CHKMUS Maaedicare Charity Dialysis Centre in Sarawak

Ben Lee Automobile supports CHKMUS Maaedicare Charity Dialysis Centre in Sarawak

Ben Lee Automobile Sdn Bhd made a noteworthy and timely contribution of RM13,000 to the CHKMUS - Maaedicare Charity Dialysis Centre under its 2025 initiative, The Giving Journey.
'Foreigners and subsidy': PM orders MCMC probe after Muhyiddin's denial

'Foreigners and subsidy': PM orders MCMC probe after Muhyiddin's denial

UPDATED 8.09PM | It follows PN chair's challenge to Anwar to furnish evidence he had made statement.
Learn BM, insult aimed DAP Youth, not the disabled - Akmal

Learn BM, insult aimed DAP Youth, not the disabled - Akmal

UPDATED 2.24PM | 'This misunderstanding happened because you could not understand but pretended to.'
PAS urges swift probe into PKR's alleged 'dirty funds'

PAS urges swift probe into PKR's alleged 'dirty funds'

Fadhli says home minister's reply appears to downplay issue.
'Umno no longer dominant,' Khir Toyo says over decision to join Bersatu

'Umno no longer dominant,' Khir Toyo says over decision to join Bersatu

How to be dominant by hiding under PM's armpit, he asks.
FINEXUS Powering Startups with MyXaaS Innovation Platform

FINEXUS Powering Startups with MyXaaS Innovation Platform

Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (“PayNet”), the national payments network and a central driver of Malaysia’s digital economy, has launched the country’s first fintech- focused community and accelerator: The PayNet Fintech Hub (“the Hub”). As one of the strategic Corporate Partners of the Hub, FINEXUS provides critical support, technology, and expertise to emerging startups through MyXaaS Innovation Platform.
Witness in Guan Eng case robbed, incident unrelated to trial, police say

Witness in Guan Eng case robbed, incident unrelated to trial, police say

UPDATED 5PM | Culprits broke into Bukit Gasing house, made off with valuables - PJ cops.
More Malaysians use smart tools to buy smarter

More Malaysians use smart tools to buy smarter

AI assistants and social commerce are reshaping the retail experience.
MalaysiaNow probed over Sabah project exposé involving Farhash

MalaysiaNow probed over Sabah project exposé involving Farhash

Police have summoned the editor for questioning.
13MP needs to make M-pop popular like K-pop, Amirudin says

13MP needs to make M-pop popular like K-pop, Amirudin says

UPDATED 8.36PM | PARLIAMENT | Gombak MP references efforts by South Korean govt to add value to artistic, cultural activities.
PKR Youth VP receives Pasir Mas MP's RM1m 'animal caricatures' demand

PKR Youth VP receives Pasir Mas MP's RM1m 'animal caricatures' demand

Fadhli seeks damages for alleged defamation, public apology from Nabil.
KLIA Aerotrain disruption not due to mechanical failure - Loke

KLIA Aerotrain disruption not due to mechanical failure - Loke

It was a minor issue that was promptly resolved, transport minister says.
Woman who supplied firearms to Israeli man loses bid to drop gun charge

Woman who supplied firearms to Israeli man loses bid to drop gun charge

Court fixes five days in October for trial.
Activist demands independent commission to probe student deaths

Activist demands independent commission to probe student deaths

This follows suppression allegations in another student's death.
Guan Eng: No need minimum wage, EPF for existing migrant workers

Guan Eng: No need minimum wage, EPF for existing migrant workers

PARLIAMENT | DAP leader points out M'sia not bound by UN, ILO conventions.
Focus on lifelong learning, not leaving school at 16 – S'wak edu minister

Focus on lifelong learning, not leaving school at 16 – S'wak edu minister

Sagah says continuous upskilling needed due to rapidly evolving industries.
Johari: Six ex-Bersatu MPs still with opposition unless stated otherwise

Johari: Six ex-Bersatu MPs still with opposition unless stated otherwise

PARLIAMENT | Dewan speaker says no formal notice to defect submitted to him.
EC cannot stop Covid-19 patients from casting votes, appellate court rules

EC cannot stop Covid-19 patients from casting votes, appellate court rules

UPDATED 2.30PM | Officers acted illegally when they barred Johor voter, judges say.
Women reps, activists slam PAS leader's 'sexist' cattle analogy

Women reps, activists slam PAS leader's 'sexist' cattle analogy

They condemn the remarks as misogynistic and damaging to Islam's reputation.
Jana Wibawa: Muhyiddin files representation to drop charges - DPP

Jana Wibawa: Muhyiddin files representation to drop charges - DPP

This is for the seven charges involving power abuse and graft.
Nafas suspension still in effect, says Mat Sabu

Nafas suspension still in effect, says Mat Sabu

PARLIAMENT | Registrar of Farmers Organisations is overseeing the daily affairs, says minister.
Focus on problems in 13MP, not lawmaker's May 13 remark - Urimai to DAP

Focus on problems in 13MP, not lawmaker's May 13 remark - Urimai to DAP

Satees accuses DAP MPs of diverting public attention from 13MP weaknesses.
Prosecution witness in Guan Eng's graft trial attacked at home

Prosecution witness in Guan Eng's graft trial attacked at home

UPDATED 12.38PM | Assailants allegedly told victim not to be a 'hero'.
Prove Muhyiddin's remark on subsidies or apologise, PKR MP tells PM

Prove Muhyiddin's remark on subsidies or apologise, PKR MP tells PM

UPDATED 2.54PM | The ball is in your court, veteran lawmaker tells Anwar.
Cops kill suspected gang leader in early morning shootout

Cops kill suspected gang leader in early morning shootout

The man had 44 criminal records and is linked to spate of burglaries.
COMMENT | 13th M'sia Plan marginalises Chinese, Indians

COMMENT | 13th M'sia Plan marginalises Chinese, Indians

Ruling coalition leans into competition with mono-ethnic PN for bumiputera support.
Ahmad Maslan: Govt won't bear financial implications of MLFF toll system

Ahmad Maslan: Govt won't bear financial implications of MLFF toll system

PARLIAMENT | Project will feature a B2B model, says Pontian MP.
LETTER | Ensuring equity and accountability in 13th M'sia plan

LETTER | Ensuring equity and accountability in 13th M'sia plan

Parts of the plan are welcome, but public transport still requires focus.
McDonald’s Malaysia returns with heartfelt mini-series “Senyuman” starring local talents Jack Tan and Nabila Razali

McDonald’s Malaysia returns with heartfelt mini-series “Senyuman” starring local talents Jack Tan and Nabila Razali

The latest in McDonald’s Malaysia’s mini-series line-up, “Senyuman” builds brand love through storytelling and showcases the ease of the McDonald’s app

Weaponising disability an assault on dignity, Zaid torches Akmal

Weaponising disability an assault on dignity, Zaid torches Akmal

It betrays a mindset rooted in ableism, says ex-minister.
Where are PN's non-Malay allies on May 13 remark, asks DAP senator

Where are PN's non-Malay allies on May 13 remark, asks DAP senator

Lingeshwaran questions their troubling silence on PAS MP's statement in Parliament.
COMMENT | 70 years of election: Has our democracy matured enough?

COMMENT | 70 years of election: Has our democracy matured enough?

Many core amendments introduced in 1962 Constitution still in effect.
Unsurprisingly, Akmal doubles down with crude 'disabled' jab at DAP Youth

Unsurprisingly, Akmal doubles down with crude 'disabled' jab at DAP Youth

Latest row between Umno leader and DAP involves an upside-down Jalur Gemilang.
N Sembilan nominates DAP-PKR duo to Senate amid protest row

N Sembilan nominates DAP-PKR duo to Senate amid protest row

This follows a controversial protest by grassroots DAP leaders.
YOURSAY | Tariff-wise, we could have done worse

YOURSAY | Tariff-wise, we could have done worse

‘Negotiations with the US must continue. It’s a marathon, not a sprint.’
Zafrul lays out follow-up plans post-US tariff deal

Zafrul lays out follow-up plans post-US tariff deal

Three key actions are exporter outreach, regulatory reform, and supply chain mapping.
PM calls for deeper appreciation of Asian history beyond colonial narratives

PM calls for deeper appreciation of Asian history beyond colonial narratives

Anwar cites Mysore's Tipu Sultan as model of courage, learning, and tolerance.
Did Anwar lie in Parliament?

Did Anwar lie in Parliament?

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