Archive - 19 September 2025

Contractor sues over 'unfair termination' of Black Hawk deal - report

Contractor sues over 'unfair termination' of Black Hawk deal - report

Aerotree wants the deal followed through or RM353m in damages.
PM below 70: Bersatu rejects Hadi's proposal

PM below 70: Bersatu rejects Hadi's proposal

PM needs ability and wisdom to lead, be a unifying factor, Tun Faisal says.
Zara's mum had 'no tears left to cry' - witness

Zara's mum had 'no tears left to cry' - witness

'When we met Noraidah at the hospital, she appeared calm and wasn't crying.'
Unifil: Israel airstrikes in South Lebanon violate UN resolution

Unifil: Israel airstrikes in South Lebanon violate UN resolution

'The strikes put at risk the fragile stability built since last November.'
Wan Fayhsal seeks Unesco recognition for Kg Baru, Malay villages

Wan Fayhsal seeks Unesco recognition for Kg Baru, Malay villages

He submits a motion to speaker for preservation of long-standing settlement sites.
Anwar pledges more aid for Sabah, says normal procedures too slow

Anwar pledges more aid for Sabah, says normal procedures too slow

Relief must extend beyond food and temporary shelter, says the PM.
AGC fails to obtain gag and protective orders in Najib's house arrest bid

AGC fails to obtain gag and protective orders in Najib's house arrest bid

UPDATED 6.55PM | No real and substantive risk to the trial's fairness, judge rules.
Penang announces increase in land tax starting Jan 1 next year

Penang announces increase in land tax starting Jan 1 next year

It will involve 370k land titles across the state, says CM.
Over 400 artists join 'No Music for Genocide' boycott targeting Israel

Over 400 artists join 'No Music for Genocide' boycott targeting Israel

They are removing their music from Israeli streaming platforms.
MIC to decide on BN exit, PN entry at AGM in November

MIC to decide on BN exit, PN entry at AGM in November

UPDATED 7.17PM | Thanks PAS, Bersatu for invite, but it's up to assembly - Saravanan.
Private interpreter loses RM572k to crypto scam syndicate

Private interpreter loses RM572k to crypto scam syndicate

The victim initially invested RM8.7k and received a return of RM9.5k.
Media Council concerned over 'excessive' fines on Sin Chew, Sinar

Media Council concerned over 'excessive' fines on Sin Chew, Sinar

'Such heavy fines risk fostering a climate of fear and self-censorship.'
MACC chief: Para-athlete controversy a governance issue

MACC chief: Para-athlete controversy a governance issue

'It wasn't understood, or communicated, or no framework to follow.'
Police submit probe paper on Kg Sg Baru commotion, 67 questioned

Police submit probe paper on Kg Sg Baru commotion, 67 questioned

It includes proposed charges for those arrested.
Kota Kinabalu welcomes Batik Air’s first direct flight from Seoul

Kota Kinabalu welcomes Batik Air’s first direct flight from Seoul

Batik Air has officially launched its new direct service between Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah (KKIA) and Incheon International Airport, Seoul, on 12 September 2025.
KAO Malaysia and Universiti Malaya Unite for Lifelong Skin Health

KAO Malaysia and Universiti Malaya Unite for Lifelong Skin Health

KAO Malaysia marks its first academic partnership with Universiti Malaya, turning skincare into a science-backed public health mission.
Is NATO ready for drone warfare?

Is NATO ready for drone warfare?

NATO launches Operation Eastern Sentry to safeguard airspace.
Govt weighs wider age scope proposal for anti-bullying tribunal bill – Azalina

Govt weighs wider age scope proposal for anti-bullying tribunal bill – Azalina

'Majority of the views urged for the bill to have a broader scope.'
Malaysia Shapes Human-Centred AI Cities Through Four Landmark Collaborations

Malaysia Shapes Human-Centred AI Cities Through Four Landmark Collaborations

Global and local partners unite with Malaysia to accelerate inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready AI Cities
Poor governance, lack of risk understanding behind Kg Sg Baru polemic - Azam

Poor governance, lack of risk understanding behind Kg Sg Baru polemic - Azam

Ineffective current approaches leave people bearing brunt of consequences, MACC chief says.
M'sia holds further talks on Thailand-Cambodia tensions, says Anwar

M'sia holds further talks on Thailand-Cambodia tensions, says Anwar

PM says he has spoken to leaders of both countries.
Zara inquest postponed after child's witness statement leaked

Zara inquest postponed after child's witness statement leaked

UPDATED 2.31PM | Coroner expresses disappointment, calls for police report to be lodged.
Ensure MyKad chip functioning to enjoy targeted petrol subsidy - Saifuddin

Ensure MyKad chip functioning to enjoy targeted petrol subsidy - Saifuddin

Don't wait until the last minute, says minister.
Sabah scandal: Voters will deliver verdict on govt inaction - Kiandee

Sabah scandal: Voters will deliver verdict on govt inaction - Kiandee

Bersatu veep laments lack of corruption charges against several state leaders.
From gymnastics to CDM: Farah Ann to lead contingent to Manama

From gymnastics to CDM: Farah Ann to lead contingent to Manama

OCM confident athlete can inspire next generation at Asian Youth Games.
Immigration Dept axes 20 officers linked to counter-setting cartel

Immigration Dept axes 20 officers linked to counter-setting cartel

Dismissals enforced following court convictions, says Zakaria.
After election funding tension, PAS says will stick with PN

After election funding tension, PAS says will stick with PN

Idris says unity within coalition key strength in championing people's interests.
Lawyer: What's the status of Yusoff's police report against Anwar, Farhash?

Lawyer: What's the status of Yusoff's police report against Anwar, Farhash?

Failure to investigate will prejudice his rights, says Rafique.
COMMENT | Malaysia Day: More than a holiday, less than a celebration?

COMMENT | Malaysia Day: More than a holiday, less than a celebration?

In an honest assessment is the true cause of commemoration.
Aspira Hills Phases 2A & 3A sell out in 48 hours, underscoring demand in JS-SEZ Corridor

Aspira Hills Phases 2A & 3A sell out in 48 hours, underscoring demand in JS-SEZ Corridor

This latest success builds on the strong performance of Phase 1, launched in September 2024, which was also fully taken up.
Afghanistan: What's at stake as Taliban cut internet?

Afghanistan: What's at stake as Taliban cut internet?

Expert says it marks the beginning of widespread repression.
'Something is rotten when a gold medallist pleads on social media'

'Something is rotten when a gold medallist pleads on social media'

Puah slams PCM's 'disgraceful' treatment of Cheah.
Ukraine: Why young men can now enter, leave as they choose

Ukraine: Why young men can now enter, leave as they choose

From the age of 25, Ukrainian men are subject to mobilization.
Sin Chew, Sinar Harian fined RM100k over errors on flag, IGP info

Sin Chew, Sinar Harian fined RM100k over errors on flag, IGP info

UPDATED 10.37AM | MCMC imposes penalties after Attorney-General's Chambers' authorisation.
'If I touch you, you'll bleed': Words said after Zara allegedly mocked Kak M's sister - Witness

'If I touch you, you'll bleed': Words said after Zara allegedly mocked Kak M's sister - Witness

Azhari says school probed the matter, evidence handed to cops.
Amanah leader warns Anwar: Trump visit could fan flames of unrest

Amanah leader warns Anwar: Trump visit could fan flames of unrest

PM could be seen as backing US goals despite pro-Palestine stand - Raja Kamarul.
COMMENT | The rise of PAS

COMMENT | The rise of PAS

Islamist party better placed than ever before to shape next govt.
Malaysia-Vietnam's close bond catalyst for strengthening Asean: PM

Malaysia-Vietnam's close bond catalyst for strengthening Asean: PM

'Through exchange of best practices, we've strengthened democratic foundations.'
The non-Muslim roadblock to Putrajaya

The non-Muslim roadblock to Putrajaya

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