Archive - 19 August 2025

Unity govt leadership council meeting focused on mid-term review, economy

Unity govt leadership council meeting focused on mid-term review, economy

Meeting also decides to evaluate govt's achievements, consider feedback.
'No problem' to charge minors based on available evidence: Nancy

'No problem' to charge minors based on available evidence: Nancy

PARLIAMENT | Minister says inquest into Zara's death unaffected by bullying charge.
Muda hits back at Johor Umno for opposing Zahid re-indictment drive

Muda hits back at Johor Umno for opposing Zahid re-indictment drive

Youth party says the effort is rooted in legal principles, not politics.
Akmal, Hilman to face charges for 'threatening public order'

Akmal, Hilman to face charges for 'threatening public order'

UPDATED 10.47PM | AGC says it will file the charges soon.
Govt seeks to overturn 'negligence' verdict on probe into model's death

Govt seeks to overturn 'negligence' verdict on probe into model's death

The appeal notice was filed by the AGC yesterday.
Rafflesia flower can be renamed as 'Anwar', suggests Wan Fayhsal

Rafflesia flower can be renamed as 'Anwar', suggests Wan Fayhsal

PARLIAMENT | This is in line with PM's call to re-examine history without colonial lens, he says.
Ministry targets 18 WTE plants by 2050 to boost renewable energy

Ministry targets 18 WTE plants by 2050 to boost renewable energy

Nga says one facility is already up and running in Port Dickson.
AGC: Teens charged for alleged bullying, not causing Zara's death

AGC: Teens charged for alleged bullying, not causing Zara's death

Agency points out inquest will proceed to uncover cause of death.
Govt may review travel bans against PTPTN defaulters - deputy minister

Govt may review travel bans against PTPTN defaulters - deputy minister

PARLIAMENT | Mustapha says there are no such restrictions for now but can be considered.
Urban Renewal Bill to be tabled for first reading Thursday - Nga

Urban Renewal Bill to be tabled for first reading Thursday - Nga

The second and third readings are scheduled for late August.
Court's grounds for striking down 'offensive', 'annoy' provisions

Court's grounds for striking down 'offensive', 'annoy' provisions

Ruling emerged from activist's successful challenge to Section 233 of the CMA.
UEM Sunrise welcomes Viper Challenge, Asia’s largest obstacle race, to Iskandar Puteri

UEM Sunrise welcomes Viper Challenge, Asia’s largest obstacle race, to Iskandar Puteri

Asia’s iconic obstacle course race, the Viper Challenge, is heading south to UEM Sunrise Berhad’s (“UEM Sunrise” or the “Company”) flagship waterfront destination, Puteri Harbour in Johor this 23 to 24 August 2025.
Wan Fayhsal again claims Japan 'unhappy' with Look East expansion

Wan Fayhsal again claims Japan 'unhappy' with Look East expansion

PARLIAMENT | Machang MP claims China's inclusion will undermine relations with Japan.
Ramanan backs Mitra's decision to give refurbished laptops to Tamil schools

Ramanan backs Mitra's decision to give refurbished laptops to Tamil schools

Deputy minister says the agency's funds are limited.
Cops probing alleged bullying case at Malacca boarding school

Cops probing alleged bullying case at Malacca boarding school

Two senior students are suspected of meting out punishment towards their juniors.
Guan Eng's defence team tears into statement on witness attack

Guan Eng's defence team tears into statement on witness attack

How can Lim have fair trial with biased DPP, Ramkarpal asks.
Fake TikTok 'pathologist' in Zara's case identified, under probe

Fake TikTok 'pathologist' in Zara's case identified, under probe

UPDATED 6.26PM | MCMC probing the individual under CMA, while cops are investigating under other laws.
Zaid moots Tengku Maimun for PM, claims she outshines all politicians

Zaid moots Tengku Maimun for PM, claims she outshines all politicians

'Opposition should back ex-CJ to counter assertions that there are no credible alternatives to Anwar.'
Hui Ying: US$9.5b Boeing aircraft purchases won't affect national debt

Hui Ying: US$9.5b Boeing aircraft purchases won't affect national debt

PARLIAMENT | Deputy finance minister says the acquisition is outlined in 13th Malaysia plan.
'Incentive' for zero-bullying deeply flawed, says MCA leader

'Incentive' for zero-bullying deeply flawed, says MCA leader

It will drive schools to conceal, ignore genuine reports.
COMMENT | MCMC data retention plan sparks privacy concerns

COMMENT | MCMC data retention plan sparks privacy concerns

Proposed rules raise mass surveillance concerns.
No strong obstacle for cops to locate Indira's child: ex-CJ

No strong obstacle for cops to locate Indira's child: ex-CJ

UPDATED 5.15PM | Maimun says cops showed competence in other cases.
'Harassment, misinformation': Sabah journos cry foul over Zara case

'Harassment, misinformation': Sabah journos cry foul over Zara case

Mariah Doksil urges all to respect journalistic standards, legal boundaries.
Politicians the biggest threat to Constitution, says ex-CJ

Politicians the biggest threat to Constitution, says ex-CJ

UPDATED 4.37PM | Tengku Maimun reaffirms stance that PM should stay out of judicial appointments.
RM40m proves govt not sidelining Indians, Prabakaran says

RM40m proves govt not sidelining Indians, Prabakaran says

Batu MP accuses PN of deliberately misleading community for political mileage.
Police uncover child sexual exploitation network led by 12-year-old

Police uncover child sexual exploitation network led by 12-year-old

PARLIAMENT | Discovery made in operation done this year, Saifuddin says.
Why invite 'bloodied hands' Trump to Asean, Hassan asks

Why invite 'bloodied hands' Trump to Asean, Hassan asks

US president stained by blood of Gazans, says the Pasir Gudang MP.
Allianz General contributes RM219,148 to charitable causes through Allianz4All Untuk Semua initiative

Allianz General contributes RM219,148 to charitable causes through Allianz4All Untuk Semua initiative

The categories of charity distribution are determined based on individual policyholders’ preferences provided at the point of sale of Allianz4All Untuk Semua products.
Guan Eng trial adjourned as key witness 'traumatised'

Guan Eng trial adjourned as key witness 'traumatised'

UPDATED 3.02PM | Gnanaraja was attacked at his house on Aug 6.
'More Malays in poverty, but Indians not sidelined in eradication efforts'

'More Malays in poverty, but Indians not sidelined in eradication efforts'

PARLIAMENT | Anwar recognises need for better coordination in channelling funds to the Indian community.
Ibrahim mocks Umno Youth for harping on 'safe issues'

Ibrahim mocks Umno Youth for harping on 'safe issues'

Umno Youth should serve as check and balance to govt, he says.
Court strikes down 'annoyance' offence from communications law

Court strikes down 'annoyance' offence from communications law

UPDATED 4.13PM | Court of Appeal rules curbs on 'annoying' speech unconstitutional.
Albert's lawyer slams 6-month delay, urges action on Musa's son-in-law

Albert's lawyer slams 6-month delay, urges action on Musa's son-in-law

AGC pressed to expedite action on Arifin Arif in alleged Sabah graft scandal.
Gaza War: Will the world's wallet shift Israel's stance?

Gaza War: Will the world's wallet shift Israel's stance?

Norway divests from Israeli firms, BDS hails 'major ethical victory'.
Call for collective Asean action to safeguard maritime stability

Call for collective Asean action to safeguard maritime stability

Khaled pushes Asean to defend sovereignty at sea.
More graft cases uncovered as govt allows MACC to go full throttle, says PM

More graft cases uncovered as govt allows MACC to go full throttle, says PM

PARLIAMENT | Anwar urges all quarters not to politicise anti-graft agency's actions.
PM: MACC needs strong case to prosecute Sabah graft suspects

PM: MACC needs strong case to prosecute Sabah graft suspects

PARLIAMENT | Videos alone insufficient without factual backup, Anwar says.
COMMENT | Warnings rain down, but inaction makes justice evaporate

COMMENT | Warnings rain down, but inaction makes justice evaporate

Anwar talks tough on extremism, but selective law enforcement continues.
Respect minors' rights, group says as teens to face charge of bullying Zara

Respect minors' rights, group says as teens to face charge of bullying Zara

Revealing their identities to public breaches Child Act 2001, Suhakam adds.
Zara case: Charge suspects with more serious crime, AG told

Zara case: Charge suspects with more serious crime, AG told

Lawyers refer Section 507D(2) with maximum 10-year jail sentence.
New opposition pact desperate gamble by fringe parties - PKR MP

New opposition pact desperate gamble by fringe parties - PKR MP

Coalition has nothing in common, only wants to quarrel with Madani govt, says Taufiq.
百世马来西亚受邀出席并赞助“共护马来貘”植树公益活动

百世马来西亚受邀出席并赞助“共护马来貘”植树公益活动

百世与合作伙伴携手推动环保与可持续发展
BEST Inc. Malaysia Hadir dan Menaja Acara Amal Penanaman Pokok “Together for Malayan Tapir”

BEST Inc. Malaysia Hadir dan Menaja Acara Amal Penanaman Pokok “Together for Malayan Tapir”

BEST Inc. Malaysia berganding bahu dengan semua pihak bagi mempromosikan pemuliharaan ekologi
BEST Inc. Malaysia Attends and Sponsors the “Together for Malayan Tapir” Tree Planting Charity

BEST Inc. Malaysia Attends and Sponsors the “Together for Malayan Tapir” Tree Planting Charity

BEST Inc. Malaysia works with partners to promote conservation and sustainability.
COMMENT | Strengthening lower court judges' independence

COMMENT | Strengthening lower court judges' independence

Vast majority of Malaysians will only interact with magistrate's, sessions courts.
Prioritise funds for CCTV in schools instead of flag badges, govt told

Prioritise funds for CCTV in schools instead of flag badges, govt told

Mas Gading MP voices concern on discrepancy in amount spent in both instances.
Sabah polls: DCM's loyalty puts anti-hopping loophole back in spotlight

Sabah polls: DCM's loyalty puts anti-hopping loophole back in spotlight

Suspended from Umno, Shahelmey could yet contest on a GRS ticket.
COMMENT | The paradox of rising approvals and falling FDIs

COMMENT | The paradox of rising approvals and falling FDIs

Plunging FDIs expose weak explanations behind approval figures.
YOURSAY | M'sia will continue to be net exporter of doctors, nurses

YOURSAY | M'sia will continue to be net exporter of doctors, nurses

'Only solution to prevent them from resigning is to revise their salary scales.'

Muda sec-gen receives demand letter from Zahid

Muda sec-gen receives demand letter from Zahid

It concerns a Turun Anwar rally speech, party calls it political intimidation.