Archive - 31 December 2025

Akmal shares post asserting Umno members aren't 'yes-men'

Akmal shares post asserting Umno members aren't 'yes-men'

This was after Zahid's daughter gave the Umno Youth chief a cautionary message.
Mas Ermieyati stands firm amid Bersatu's PN resignation wave

Mas Ermieyati stands firm amid Bersatu's PN resignation wave

Decision based on responsibility, stability, says the Malacca PN chief.
PAS poised to take PN helm - but who will lead the coalition?

PAS poised to take PN helm - but who will lead the coalition?

Muhyiddin's exit triggers debate on future direction of the bloc.
Legal fraternity backs landmark judicial pay rise for stronger bench

Legal fraternity backs landmark judicial pay rise for stronger bench

First increase since July 2015 'timely and appropriate', they say.
Groups call pro-Palestine protester's assault charge 'unjust'

Groups call pro-Palestine protester's assault charge 'unjust'

Authorities accused of escalating tensions, mishandling pro-Palestine rally.
New customs initiative to streamline KLIA Terminal 1 passenger flow

New customs initiative to streamline KLIA Terminal 1 passenger flow

No compromise to security, DG assures.
Armed forces chief appointment on hold amid graft probe

Armed forces chief appointment on hold amid graft probe

This comes after MACC seizes 6 bank accounts on Monday.
Perlis speaker retracts request for by-elections in three seats

Perlis speaker retracts request for by-elections in three seats

However, Guar Sanji, Bintong and Chuping will remain vacant.
Police quiz Mkini editor over Sabah scandal, laptop seized

Police quiz Mkini editor over Sabah scandal, laptop seized

UPDATED 7.45PM | It is over report lodged by Jeffrey, one of the politicians implicated.
Over 300 LGBTQ+ arrests, raids and censorship worsen climate - NGO

Over 300 LGBTQ+ arrests, raids and censorship worsen climate - NGO

Community's rights deteriorated sharply in 2025, says Justice for Sisters.
COMMENT | Break the corruption cycle - why institutional reforms matter

COMMENT | Break the corruption cycle - why institutional reforms matter

Stronger, independent institutions ensure accountability, prevent power abuse.
Cheltenham College International School, Kuala Lumpur to welcome its first students in January 2026

Cheltenham College International School, Kuala Lumpur to welcome its first students in January 2026

CCKL will deliver the British curriculum to students aged 6 to 18, welcoming both local and international learners.
Launch of the Media and Information Literacy Toolkit

Launch of the Media and Information Literacy Toolkit

Malaysiakini is pleased to announce the launch of the Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Toolkit, a practical resource designed for editors and newsroom leaders.
Selangor goes global with five startups: Retail-X Innovation trip at Shanghai

Selangor goes global with five startups: Retail-X Innovation trip at Shanghai

A specialised 12-week accelerator, Retail-X is designed to help Malaysian retail SMEs move beyond incremental digital adoption and towards long-term competitiveness.
Selangor showcases deep tech startup strength at Korea Innovation Platforms

Selangor showcases deep tech startup strength at Korea Innovation Platforms

The mission culminated in participation at the Plug & Play Korea Summit 2025, held alongside the Future Innovation Tech Expo (FIX) 2025 in Daegu.
EC Markets marks 2025 with global expansion, record trading volumes, and strategic partnerships

EC Markets marks 2025 with global expansion, record trading volumes, and strategic partnerships

A key milestone during the year was becoming an Official Partner of Liverpool Football Club, alongside the renewal of its partnership with world snooker champion Judd Trump.
COMMENT | Malay coalition realignment and DAP's exit

COMMENT | Malay coalition realignment and DAP's exit

Patterns of behaviour point towards strategic recalibration of power.
Hamzah 'quitting' as opposition chief debunked as PAS moves to lead PN

Hamzah 'quitting' as opposition chief debunked as PAS moves to lead PN

Fake statements circulated amid a slew of Bersatu leaders' resignations.
YOURSAY | No permanent friends or enemies in politics, just interests

YOURSAY | No permanent friends or enemies in politics, just interests

'It's just another day in Malaysia, nothing much will change.'
Politics in 2026: Key events to watch

Politics in 2026: Key events to watch

Coalition tensions, state polls, and reforms could define Malaysia's year ahead.
Anwar still PM if BN exits, but will Umno survive?

Anwar still PM if BN exits, but will Umno survive?

Umno faces limited options, declining influence despite internal calls to exit govt.
Perlis Move bites Muhyiddin

Perlis Move bites Muhyiddin

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