Archive - 5 December 2025

Gobind highlights PM's stand: No cover for unlawful police conduct

Gobind highlights PM's stand: No cover for unlawful police conduct

There is simply no place for custodial abuse or deaths in Malaysia, says the minister.
100 days as CJ: Wan Ahmad Farid reflects on appointment, reforms

100 days as CJ: Wan Ahmad Farid reflects on appointment, reforms

He discusses his rise to the top and priorities for strengthening the judiciary.
'Plot twist': Firm in Shamsul's alleged support letter denies seeking project

'Plot twist': Firm in Shamsul's alleged support letter denies seeking project

Company cited in controversy files reports over misuse of its name.
Anwar to seek party chiefs' views on cabinet replacements

Anwar to seek party chiefs' views on cabinet replacements

'In a democratic process, we respect the views of our colleagues.'
PM orders IGP for transparent probe into Malacca police shooting

PM orders IGP for transparent probe into Malacca police shooting

Anwar also wants a detailed incident report submitted to the home minister.
PAS flags executive meddling in move to refer Taki to rights committee

PAS flags executive meddling in move to refer Taki to rights committee

Conduct and discipline of MPs fall under Dewan's jurisdiction - Fadhli.
Bung laid to rest at Kampung Likas Muslim cemetery

Bung laid to rest at Kampung Likas Muslim cemetery

His funeral was attended by key state government and Umno leaders.
Teachers 'afraid to go out' due to social media attacks after Zara's death

Teachers 'afraid to go out' due to social media attacks after Zara's death

Former school official says many had deleted their social media accounts after subjected to outrage.
Terrirudin on JAC is PM's decision, can't be challenged - CJ

Terrirudin on JAC is PM's decision, can't be challenged - CJ

UPDATED 4.50PM | Judge him based on performance in court, says Wan Ahmad Farid.
Cabinet refers Taki to privileges committee over MMEA remark

Cabinet refers Taki to privileges committee over MMEA remark

This will allow the PAS MP to be heard, Azalina says.
Trump govt expanding list of nations subject to travel ban - official

Trump govt expanding list of nations subject to travel ban - official

Noem says number could increase to over 30.
PERKESO plans to exempt SMEs from mandatory job vacancy reporting - Sim

PERKESO plans to exempt SMEs from mandatory job vacancy reporting - Sim

No penalties during two-year moratorium as PERKESO refines reporting framework.
COMMENT | Landmark 24-hour Socso coverage bill laudable

COMMENT | Landmark 24-hour Socso coverage bill laudable

This is a historic advance in social protection for workers.
COMMENT | Buck stops in Putrajaya, and Sabah just delivered the bill

COMMENT | Buck stops in Putrajaya, and Sabah just delivered the bill

Anwar's government is paralysed by caution.
Teddy bear may land at PMO if IGP snubs Indira

Teddy bear may land at PMO if IGP snubs Indira

Deputy minister had promised a meeting on Nov 22, but no response so far.
MAF vets seek rulers' intervention on 'recolonisation' under US trade deal

MAF vets seek rulers' intervention on 'recolonisation' under US trade deal

Let's not sell the nation to become beggars again, says ex-MAF chief.
Penang’s Olympus clinches 'Company of the Year 2025' for facilities management

Penang’s Olympus clinches 'Company of the Year 2025' for facilities management

Award recognises Olympus’ rise as a sustainability-driven leader advancing smart cleaning and green technology solutions.
DAP ramps up pressure: 'We'll tell Anwar some feel he has fallen short'

DAP ramps up pressure: 'We'll tell Anwar some feel he has fallen short'

Guan Eng says the party will urge PM to fulfil electoral promises quickly.
PN MP detained, to be charged over alleged graft in livestock project

PN MP detained, to be charged over alleged graft in livestock project

UPDATED 1.33PM | Lawmaker allegedly received RM400k in return for assistance in securing project.
Fatal shooting: Guan Eng calls on PM to uphold rule of law

Fatal shooting: Guan Eng calls on PM to uphold rule of law

Issue a directive to home minister to ensure justice, says DAP adviser.
Rights groups slam PAS Youth over bid to silence pro-LGBTQ+ NGO

Rights groups slam PAS Youth over bid to silence pro-LGBTQ+ NGO

'An attack on one human rights defender is an attack on all of us.'
COMMENT | Remand rules under CPC should never be disturbed

COMMENT | Remand rules under CPC should never be disturbed

They prevent procedural abuse by authorities and safeguard constitutional rights of suspects.
Police's integrity at stake, Muda says over Durian Tunggal shooting

Police's integrity at stake, Muda says over Durian Tunggal shooting

Leben calls for transparent probe, charges against errant officers.
COMMENT | Fair diesel policy needed before frustration deepens

COMMENT | Fair diesel policy needed before frustration deepens

Many small businesses, low-income earners rely on diesel-fueled vehicles to survive.
Shamsul, Albert plead not guilty to RM64,924 bribe charges

Shamsul, Albert plead not guilty to RM64,924 bribe charges

UPDATED 2.46PM | Ex-aide accused of taking money to help businessperson secure mining licences.
After 11 months, Orang Asli urge govt to release health clinic test results

After 11 months, Orang Asli urge govt to release health clinic test results

Villagers living near iron ore mines fear for their health as results delayed.
'I lost a true friend,' Zahid mourns Bung's demise

'I lost a true friend,' Zahid mourns Bung's demise

UPDATED 9.11AM | Leaders pen heartfelt tribute in memory of the veteran politician.
YOURSAY | Health centre raid: Has govt lost the plot?

YOURSAY | Health centre raid: Has govt lost the plot?

'It seems more like an overeager 'name and shame' exercise.'
Rafizi: RM1 Fleximart detergent outshines Albert's washing machines

Rafizi: RM1 Fleximart detergent outshines Albert's washing machines

No need funds from businessperson, ex-minister quips when promoting his store.
Warisan eyes GE16 after Sabah tsunami, no westward push for now

Warisan eyes GE16 after Sabah tsunami, no westward push for now

It has emerged as the single largest party in the state assembly.
Veteran politician Bung Moktar dies

Veteran politician Bung Moktar dies

Sabah BN chairperson was receiving treatment for lung, heart, and kidney complications.

DAP’s compass repolarised - back to true north?

DAP’s compass repolarised - back to true north?

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