Archive - 18 August 2025

'Harmonious': PM hails Zahid-Hajiji meeting as boost to federal-state ties

'Harmonious': PM hails Zahid-Hajiji meeting as boost to federal-state ties

Anwar says meeting reflects political maturity and commitment to strengthening cooperation.
Tycoon fails in appeal to reinstate lawsuit against Dr M, two others

Tycoon fails in appeal to reinstate lawsuit against Dr M, two others

Court unanimously rules that the suit is time-barred, strikes it out.
Hassan welcomes new 12-party coalition, says good for democracy

Hassan welcomes new 12-party coalition, says good for democracy

Veteran PKR MP posits that it could create 'peace' until GE16.
Cops probe upside-down Johor flag at Segamat hotel

Cops probe upside-down Johor flag at Segamat hotel

The error was seemingly committed by a migrant worker, who corrected it immediately.
Zafrul says will remain in politics after senatorial term ends in December

Zafrul says will remain in politics after senatorial term ends in December

Minister says he has no concrete plans and will focus on his responsibilities.
Hanipa backs Muda's call to re-indict Zahid, Umno leaders cry foul

Hanipa backs Muda's call to re-indict Zahid, Umno leaders cry foul

Former deputy minister notes prima facie was established, indicating strong prosecution evidence.
Why no prosecutions in Bentong custodial death, lawyer asks AGC

Why no prosecutions in Bentong custodial death, lawyer asks AGC

This is despite court finding that his death was caused by others, says Visvanathan.
Ramanan touts 19 high-impact programmes for Indian community

Ramanan touts 19 high-impact programmes for Indian community

PARLIAMENT | RM22.27 million for programmes allocated for the year.
PSM: PN must outline better governance before asking Anwar to step down

PSM: PN must outline better governance before asking Anwar to step down

Party chairperson also calls out both PN and Harapan of playing up racial narratives.
Suhakam calls for govt to set up anti-bullying portal

Suhakam calls for govt to set up anti-bullying portal

Let children lodge reports anonymously - Children’s Commissioner’s Office.
12 opposition parties agree to form loose coalition against govt

12 opposition parties agree to form loose coalition against govt

UPDATED 8.10PM | Group will focus on key current issues faced by the people, says Muhyiddin.
EAIC recommends bodycam SOPs for Immigration Dept after assault claims

EAIC recommends bodycam SOPs for Immigration Dept after assault claims

This is to improve transparency and to avoid accusations from public.
Speaker suspends Pendang MP for 10 days

Speaker suspends Pendang MP for 10 days

UPDATED 6.01PM | Awang accused of making physical threats.
When Skills Shape Nations: ASEAN TVET Charts the Path to a Future-Ready Region

When Skills Shape Nations: ASEAN TVET Charts the Path to a Future-Ready Region

ASEAN TVET brought together 25 expert speakers and 1,500 delegates, uniting efforts to prepare a workforce equipped to thrive

Singaporean sentenced to 72 years, for murder of wife, stepson

Singaporean sentenced to 72 years, for murder of wife, stepson

The 36-year-old was also sentenced to 24 strokes of the cane.
Chinese national jailed 1 month, fined RM2k for hurting immigration officer

Chinese national jailed 1 month, fined RM2k for hurting immigration officer

The woman pleaded guilty to assaulting officer when told to move aside.
TH 'rebranding' contract: PAS MP suspended after heated exchange

TH 'rebranding' contract: PAS MP suspended after heated exchange

UPDATED 6.14PM | PARLIAMENT | Marzuk takes issue with Tabung Haji 'rebranding'.
MP SPEAKS | End culture wars, build Malaysian nationalism

MP SPEAKS | End culture wars, build Malaysian nationalism

Anwar's government has a unique opportunity to build and protect the middle ground.
Service tax policy favours rich, undervalues SMEs - Bersatu Youth

Service tax policy favours rich, undervalues SMEs - Bersatu Youth

They question why ship and jet rentals are granted tax exemption.
Agong decrees for anti-bullying campaigns, starting from primary schools

Agong decrees for anti-bullying campaigns, starting from primary schools

Children must be inculcated with mutual respect, discipline, says king.
AGC to charge 5 teens in Zara case

AGC to charge 5 teens in Zara case

UPDATED 6.30PM | This won't disrupt inquest to examine teen's death, the AGC adds.
Muda launches Zahid's re-indictment campaign

Muda launches Zahid's re-indictment campaign

We are not afraid to take to the streets, says Amira.
Probe papers on Zara's death sent to AGC this morning, Saifuddin says

Probe papers on Zara's death sent to AGC this morning, Saifuddin says

PARLIAMENT | Updated documents submitted based on Bukit Aman's special task force findings - minister.
Malacca rep proves flags hung correctly can still end up inverted

Malacca rep proves flags hung correctly can still end up inverted

Helmy's approach follows fears by some to hang the Jalur Gemilang.
Amid Waytha's suit, validity of Anwar's pardon must be decided on: Dr M

Amid Waytha's suit, validity of Anwar's pardon must be decided on: Dr M

If found to be ineligible, Anwar must step down, centenarian says.
FGV shares trading to be suspended ahead of delisting move

FGV shares trading to be suspended ahead of delisting move

Suspension to take effect at 9am, Aug 25.
Muhyiddin calls for law to punish both bullies and negligent parties

Muhyiddin calls for law to punish both bullies and negligent parties

Clear policies will enable authorities to protect students, ex-premier says.
Zara's death: 21 probes on alleged attempts to incite unrest

Zara's death: 21 probes on alleged attempts to incite unrest

UPDATED 2.43PM | They include a TikTok live video claiming teen was placed in washing machine.
MalaysiaNow editor to be questioned again over Farhash scandal

MalaysiaNow editor to be questioned again over Farhash scandal

Rahman says will continue to refuse to answer questions, protect sources.
Saifuddin denies cover-ups in police action over Zara case

Saifuddin denies cover-ups in police action over Zara case

UPDATED 1.22PM | He acknowledges non-compliance with some procedures.
U Mobile launches Ultra5G at Berjaya Times Square, boosts in-building 5G coverage

U Mobile launches Ultra5G at Berjaya Times Square, boosts in-building 5G coverage

Its network coverage is also available at Penang Bridge 1.
Multimedia University: A Culture Rooted in People, Purpose, and Progress

Multimedia University: A Culture Rooted in People, Purpose, and Progress

MMU’s story is about creating a culture where every person matters, and every experience counts.

Click, scam, rescue: PERKESO fights back against digital job deception

Click, scam, rescue: PERKESO fights back against digital job deception

MYFutureJobs integrates AI with human verification to create a safe, efficient, and trusted ecosystem for jobseekers.
Anwar cautions against 'AI productivity paradox'

Anwar cautions against 'AI productivity paradox'

UPDATED 12.40PM | PM doesn't want govt to fall into 'trough of disillusionment'.
No rare earth mining in forest reserves pending Climate Bill - minister

No rare earth mining in forest reserves pending Climate Bill - minister

Current focus is finding best way to avoid environmental damage, Johari says.
PM wants end to bullying over race; Fadhlina vows action over Johor case

PM wants end to bullying over race; Fadhlina vows action over Johor case

Anwar acknowledges there were mistakes in official response to bullying.
Zara inquest to commence on Sept 3

Zara inquest to commence on Sept 3

UPDATED 11.46AM | 13-year-old student died in July.
Nipped by Gagasan, Sabah PKR clears air over GRS 'liability' remarks

Nipped by Gagasan, Sabah PKR clears air over GRS 'liability' remarks

Farid says Mustapha merely expressing 'annoyance' at state Umno leader's statement.
COMMENT | Shops for foreigners, bribes for officers, losses for rakyat

COMMENT | Shops for foreigners, bribes for officers, losses for rakyat

Corruption is oxygen that keeps such businesses alive.
Doctors, nurses in public healthcare facilities quitting to be raised in Dewan

Doctors, nurses in public healthcare facilities quitting to be raised in Dewan

Kluang MP to query health minister on measures taken to address staff shortages.
COMMENT | Anwar cannot even utter Akmal's name

COMMENT | Anwar cannot even utter Akmal's name

Why hasn't PM directly taken action against the Umno leader for his incendiary moves?
PM gives warning after damage done

PM gives warning after damage done

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