Archive - 7 August 2025

'I must speak the truth,' says witness in tunnel graft case

'I must speak the truth,' says witness in tunnel graft case

Gnanaraja says he will stand for justice.
Muhyiddin only witness, not suspect in probe - MCMC

Muhyiddin only witness, not suspect in probe - MCMC

Internet regulator says it does not involve accusations against him.
Equating women to cows is contrary to Islamic values, says Nurul Izzah

Equating women to cows is contrary to Islamic values, says Nurul Izzah

PKR No 2 calls for end to rhetoric treating women as second class citizens.

Thailand, Cambodia commend M'sia's mediation in border dispute

Thailand, Cambodia commend M'sia's mediation in border dispute

Role as facilitator helped both parties resolve matter - ministers.
Three charged with arranging to smuggle Sri Lankan national via KLIA

Three charged with arranging to smuggle Sri Lankan national via KLIA

No plea recorded as case falls under High Court's jurisdiction.
Buy now pay later: Over 160k have RM121.8b in overdue debt - deputy minister

Buy now pay later: Over 160k have RM121.8b in overdue debt - deputy minister

Users generally exhibit good payment discipline, Lim says.
BN would have lost Selangor even without broom incident – Khir Toyo

BN would have lost Selangor even without broom incident – Khir Toyo

Defeats worsened under Najib's leadership, former MB says.
Arul Kanda's 1MDB contract extended at Irwan's request, court told

Arul Kanda's 1MDB contract extended at Irwan's request, court told

Irwan also insisted that the former CEO be given an ex gratia payment of RM5m.
'Where's the local rice?' MP points out rakyat can't even find it in stores

'Where's the local rice?' MP points out rakyat can't even find it in stores

PARLIAMENT | Muslimin says he's received such complaints, slams deputy minister's poor sales claim.
MP urges govt to consider shutting down or merging overlapping GLCs

MP urges govt to consider shutting down or merging overlapping GLCs

PARLIAMENT | It would help strengthen agencies to compete in high-growth, high-value sectors globally - Lee.
No place for hooliganism in sports, Anwar says

No place for hooliganism in sports, Anwar says

It must not be tainted by unruly or divisive conduct, says PM.
'Yes, president Wee, but voters will decide MCA's fate,' says Ti

'Yes, president Wee, but voters will decide MCA's fate,' says Ti

Party risks irrelevance if it ignores public opinion, clings to Umno, says ex-MCA VP.
Fadhlina assures parents that boarding schools still safe

Fadhlina assures parents that boarding schools still safe

Ministry is strengthening safety measures and making improvements in all aspects, she says.
Don't let AI become 'another illusion or Anwar Ibrahim', Bersatu MP warns

Don't let AI become 'another illusion or Anwar Ibrahim', Bersatu MP warns

PARLIAMENT | Mas Ermieyati wants to know nation's digital compass.
Wife of attacked prosecution witness seeks police protection

Wife of attacked prosecution witness seeks police protection

UPDATED 7.01PM | 'My husband threatened, punched, hit with machete.'
UEM Sunrise nurtures Olympic pipeline with Grom Games for young skaters

UEM Sunrise nurtures Olympic pipeline with Grom Games for young skaters

Organised in collaboration with Kuala Lumpur-based skateboarding academy, JR Skates, Grom Games builds upon a series of UEM Sunrise sponsored skateboarding clinics designed to nurture confidence, resilience and skill among young skaters.
Malaysia's chip sector safe from US tariff revisions for now - Anwar

Malaysia's chip sector safe from US tariff revisions for now - Anwar

PM says govt is monitoring the situation.
Bersatu informed speaker on status of 6 sacked MPs, says Hamzah

Bersatu informed speaker on status of 6 sacked MPs, says Hamzah

Party has fulfilled its obligation under the law, says the Bersatu leader.
Thai-Cambodia conflict: M'sia to continue facilitating resolution

Thai-Cambodia conflict: M'sia to continue facilitating resolution

Anwar, defence ministers hold view full Asean intervention no longer necessary.
No immunity for 'sin of slander', Muhyiddin demands apology from Anwar

No immunity for 'sin of slander', Muhyiddin demands apology from Anwar

PARLIAMENT | 'I've made it clear the statement is completely untrue.'
Govt mulls raising tobacco tax - Anwar

Govt mulls raising tobacco tax - Anwar

Tobacco tax last increased in September 2014.
Japan: Passing on the pain of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Japan: Passing on the pain of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Japan marks 80 years since US dropped atomic bomb on Hiroshima.
Minister denies Chinese nationals taking local uni student spots

Minister denies Chinese nationals taking local uni student spots

Zambry responds to statement by MCA chief yesterday.
Defence drubs attempt to link Guan Eng to assault on prosecution witness

Defence drubs attempt to link Guan Eng to assault on prosecution witness

Any action must be based on true security concerns, not speculation - lawyer.
Hamzah: Confidence vote next if speaker blocks motion to censure PM

Hamzah: Confidence vote next if speaker blocks motion to censure PM

Opposition leader says the appropriate steps have already been taken.
DAP Youth: No misunderstanding, Akmal insulted the disabled

DAP Youth: No misunderstanding, Akmal insulted the disabled

It accuses Umno Youth chief of diverting attention, calls for his resignation as exco.
Aug 13 apex court decision on AG's appeal in Najib's house arrest bid

Aug 13 apex court decision on AG's appeal in Najib's house arrest bid

Ex-PM seeks court order relating to royal addendum.
Bersatu MP skewers MCMC inaction over PM's foreigners subsidy claim

Bersatu MP skewers MCMC inaction over PM's foreigners subsidy claim

PARLIAMENT | Wan Saiful questions if agency is practising double standards in enforcement.
Father charged with murder of 6-year-old son

Father charged with murder of 6-year-old son

No plea recorded from the accused.
COMMENT | True patriotism includes empathy, forgiveness

COMMENT | True patriotism includes empathy, forgiveness

Our reaction to recent flag error should not overshadow Merdeka's values.
Trio suspected of feeding leftovers to homeless man released on bail

Trio suspected of feeding leftovers to homeless man released on bail

Suspects aged 14, 18, and 19 allegedly committed the act around Seremban.
Warisan's pledge to erase student debts sparks rift within GRS

Warisan's pledge to erase student debts sparks rift within GRS

Govt or opposition, we must support this initiative, says Sabah Star leader.
Miti seeks clarification over Trump's proposed 100pct chip tariff

Miti seeks clarification over Trump's proposed 100pct chip tariff

PARLIAMENT | Zafrul says govt will discuss it with US officials and American firms.
SMM police report exposes 'fake news' claim, says Sabah Bersatu leader

SMM police report exposes 'fake news' claim, says Sabah Bersatu leader

Why report for breach of confidentiality if article was false, asks Nabila.
COMMENT | Discriminatory uni admissions must be addressed

COMMENT | Discriminatory uni admissions must be addressed

Disabled students face systemic exclusion despite years of promised reforms.
LETTER | Selangor authorities are failing at waste management

LETTER | Selangor authorities are failing at waste management

The same problems from decades ago still plague Malaysia's richest state.
Apologise for 'no migrant minimum wage' call, group tells Guan Eng

Apologise for 'no migrant minimum wage' call, group tells Guan Eng

Tenaganita says MP's statement reinforces dehumanisation of migrant labour.
'Cows and women' remark is free speech, Zaid slams minister

'Cows and women' remark is free speech, Zaid slams minister

Former law minister says even unpalatable views are constitutionally protected.
10 Months, 680KG, One Shared Goal: How Kao and AEON Give Back Through Recycling

10 Months, 680KG, One Shared Goal: How Kao and AEON Give Back Through Recycling

Turning Recycling into a Rewarding Experience
PAS MP alleges power abuse in PM's MCMC probe order on Muhyiddin

PAS MP alleges power abuse in PM's MCMC probe order on Muhyiddin

This is over alleged statement that supported right of foreigners to subsidised fuel.
COMMENT | Too many parties, too little direction

COMMENT | Too many parties, too little direction

Opposition parties are too focused on posturing rather than offering a viable alternative.
Thank you for taking our 'broom guy', Jamal tells Bersatu on Khir Toyo

Thank you for taking our 'broom guy', Jamal tells Bersatu on Khir Toyo

He calls it a good riddance for Sungai Besar Umno.
Stop sharing unverified information on Zara's death - IGP

Stop sharing unverified information on Zara's death - IGP

Khalid says the information being spread is inaccurate and may prejudice investigations.
Warisan: Where is justice when journalists probed but VVIPs roam free?

Warisan: Where is justice when journalists probed but VVIPs roam free?

Actions suggest that govt intends to suppress media freedom, says supreme council member.
PSM launches fundraiser for new party headquarters

PSM launches fundraiser for new party headquarters

It is inspired by Mkini's brick-buying project in 2013 for its present building.
S'pore court reserves judgment on Pannir's post-appeal application

S'pore court reserves judgment on Pannir's post-appeal application

The death row inmate gains a momentary reprieve.
YOURSAY | Do migrant workers deserve the same benefits as locals?

YOURSAY | Do migrant workers deserve the same benefits as locals?

‘Dignity at work is not a privilege; it is a right for everyone.’
Anwar hopes chief justice will carry out duties with wisdom, integrity

Anwar hopes chief justice will carry out duties with wisdom, integrity

PM says discussion with Wan Ahmad Farid centred on strengthening public trust in judiciary.