Archive - 21 August 2025

Vape ban: Govt anticipating legal backlash from industry

Vape ban: Govt anticipating legal backlash from industry

Regulating such products has created a 'legitimate expectation', minister says.
Atomic Energy Licensing (Amendment) Bill tabled for first reading

Atomic Energy Licensing (Amendment) Bill tabled for first reading

Amendment seeks to introduce Part IIA to establish advisory council, among others.
M'sia must do the right thing, Sim tells Guan Eng on minimum wage

M'sia must do the right thing, Sim tells Guan Eng on minimum wage

If system allowed to oppress migrants, M'sians will be harmed, says the minister.
Defamation: Lim sues Tajuddin over Finance Ministry allegations

Defamation: Lim sues Tajuddin over Finance Ministry allegations

Lim said to turn his office into Chinese temple, unwelcoming to Malays.
Dewan Rakyat passes 13MP motion via voice vote

Dewan Rakyat passes 13MP motion via voice vote

Motion debated over eight days with participation from 161 MPs.
Bipartisan pushback fails to stall Urban Renewal Bill

Bipartisan pushback fails to stall Urban Renewal Bill

Tabling to proceed as scheduled, with some proposals in debate session - Nga.
Minimum wage order applies to PAS pre-school teachers too: Minister

Minimum wage order applies to PAS pre-school teachers too: Minister

PARLIAMENT | Sim says the institutions can be investigated if violations are reported.
Farhash, 2 others file RM10m defamation suit against MalaysiaNow

Farhash, 2 others file RM10m defamation suit against MalaysiaNow

This is over articles on a Sabah mining scandal.
Ex-MAS staff defends Boeing aircraft purchase, says they're safe

Ex-MAS staff defends Boeing aircraft purchase, says they're safe

This aircraft is the most audited since the incidents - Shulhameed.
PSSC chair surprised private letter on URA was read in Dewan Rakyat

PSSC chair surprised private letter on URA was read in Dewan Rakyat

Yusuf says the letter was meant for minister's eyes only.
'Ridiculous': Latheefa slams clinic closure over flag blunder

'Ridiculous': Latheefa slams clinic closure over flag blunder

Private citizens, businesses can't be blamed for fearing to fly the flag, she adds.
MACC proposes better CCTVs in lockups, livestream of graft trials

MACC proposes better CCTVs in lockups, livestream of graft trials

Azam says the two measures would drastically improve transparency.
Editor probed over criminal information disclosure, defamation

Editor probed over criminal information disclosure, defamation

Investigation of MalaysiaNow's Rahman comes after Farhash's report against him.
'Business as usual' if Muhyiddin's coalition wins GE - Rafizi

'Business as usual' if Muhyiddin's coalition wins GE - Rafizi

Behind current unity, there's little ideological similarity, says the Pandan MP.
Iskandar Puteri data centre project issued stop-work order for violations - exco

Iskandar Puteri data centre project issued stop-work order for violations - exco

Action taken following public complaints, says Jafni.
PN wants speaker rapped for 'stalking', minister 'sexy voice' remarks

PN wants speaker rapped for 'stalking', minister 'sexy voice' remarks

This is in conflict with the existing rules, says Takiyuddin.
Arutchelvan's arrest unlawful, an attempt to silence rakyat - Bersih

Arutchelvan's arrest unlawful, an attempt to silence rakyat - Bersih

Stop intimidating activists, defenders of people's rights, says the group.
When will he be charged? Sabah Umno targets DCM who betrayed Bung

When will he be charged? Sabah Umno targets DCM who betrayed Bung

Everything Shahelmey has said is a lie, says Datu Rosman.
Non-Malay company fine for TH rebrand, but must be Muslim: Hamzah

Non-Malay company fine for TH rebrand, but must be Muslim: Hamzah

Opposition leader says those behind rebranding must know Islamic principles.
PKR MPs want Urban Renewal Bill debate postponed, PN lauds move

PKR MPs want Urban Renewal Bill debate postponed, PN lauds move

Wong raises concerns over the consent threshold.
LGMS inks collaboration with Azim Tunku Farik & Wong

LGMS inks collaboration with Azim Tunku Farik & Wong

The collaboration was initiated by LGMS with the aim of reinforcing Malaysia’s cyber incident response ecosystem by bringing together legal, insurance and cybersecurity expertise to provide better protection and support for businesses facing digital threats.
Upside-down flag: Pontian local council shuts dental clinic for 30 days

Upside-down flag: Pontian local council shuts dental clinic for 30 days

Measure taken under local by-law, but the business may submit an appeal.
Shahidan accuses minister of allegedly confusing Dewan over TH rebrand

Shahidan accuses minister of allegedly confusing Dewan over TH rebrand

PARLIAMENT | Arau MP refers Na'im to rights and privileges committee over direct negotiation confirmation.
Teacher pleads not guilty over false claims on TikTok about Zara's case

Teacher pleads not guilty over false claims on TikTok about Zara's case

The accused has claimed that Zara was placed inside washing machine.
Armed forces integrity unaffected by recent arrests - Khaled

Armed forces integrity unaffected by recent arrests - Khaled

Minister advises military personnel to steer clear of unlawful activities.
Na'imah's legal challenge requires apex court intervention: Judge

Na'imah's legal challenge requires apex court intervention: Judge

Questions raised in challenge neither frivolous nor an abuse of court process, rules Muniandy.
PM justifies govt appeal against court decision over CMA provisions

PM justifies govt appeal against court decision over CMA provisions

Courts provide their views, and we will examine them, says Anwar.
Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Confronting the Core Challenges of Capital Preservation

Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Confronting the Core Challenges of Capital Preservation

With finite funds facing infinite variables, every trader must grapple with three central questions, echoing the classical economic triad of “What, How, and For Whom”
Govt mulls dedicated Law Ministry to strengthen legal system: PM

Govt mulls dedicated Law Ministry to strengthen legal system: PM

UPDATED 1.17PM | Anwar says it will allow Malaysia to engage more meaningfully with regional partners.
Zara's mother's lawyer decries slander over photo with CM, minister

Zara's mother's lawyer decries slander over photo with CM, minister

Shahlan says certain parties linking photo to Zara's case want to mislead public.
Na'im: MCMC, police reports lodged against Tabung Haji sabotage campaign

Na'im: MCMC, police reports lodged against Tabung Haji sabotage campaign

PARLIAMENT | Social media campaign urges depositors to withdraw funds due to alleged non-Muslim involvement.
Sec-gen: Asean must strengthen legal certainty, dispute settlement mechanisms

Sec-gen: Asean must strengthen legal certainty, dispute settlement mechanisms

This is to sustain business confidence, says Kao.
COMMENT | Reclaim Jalur Gemilang, and Malaysia

COMMENT | Reclaim Jalur Gemilang, and Malaysia

This Merdeka, raise the flag. The work of building our nation is not done.
'Traitorous' Harapan's silence on PSM leader's arrest deafening: Latheefa

'Traitorous' Harapan's silence on PSM leader's arrest deafening: Latheefa

Arutchelvan had stood with Harapan on various causes for decades, says LFL co-founder.
Apologise for calling govt 'cruel', 100 other slanders - PM tells Muhyiddin

Apologise for calling govt 'cruel', 100 other slanders - PM tells Muhyiddin

UPDATED 12.56PM | Anwar says other claims include not allocating funds for Kelantan.
COMMENT | It takes a village to raise a bully

COMMENT | It takes a village to raise a bully

Our children are merely learning from us, the adults.
Over 5k rally in Pahang to demand justice for Zara

Over 5k rally in Pahang to demand justice for Zara

Heavy rain last night did not deter the crowd in Kuantan.
Upside-down flag in Pontian: MP calls for calm, assures case being handled

Upside-down flag in Pontian: MP calls for calm, assures case being handled

Ahmad Maslan has spoken to cops over the unintentional incident at a dental clinic.
Arutchelvan released on police bail after Dang Wangi probe

Arutchelvan released on police bail after Dang Wangi probe

PSM leader credits people power in helping his release.
Bersatu veep: GRS' Sabah-based platform just 'political gimmick'

Bersatu veep: GRS' Sabah-based platform just 'political gimmick'

Kiandee takes jab at Hajiji meeting Anwar to 'negotiate seats'.
YOURSAY | No kid gloves for any bully

YOURSAY | No kid gloves for any bully

'Bully today, courtroom tomorrow.'
AI must remain assistive tool, not decision maker - former judge

AI must remain assistive tool, not decision maker - former judge

Harmindar stresses need for proper rules, safeguards before adopting AI in judicial processes.

Warning of fake TikTok account mimicking queen's voice

Warning of fake TikTok account mimicking queen's voice

The voice allegedly promises financial assistance.