Archive - 12 January 2026

Akmal to abide by Zahid, Malacca CM's decisions

Akmal to abide by Zahid, Malacca CM's decisions

I need their consent before making any announcements, he says.
'Glamping With Pride': S'gor ruler orders authorities to take firm action

'Glamping With Pride': S'gor ruler orders authorities to take firm action

'Sultan Sharafuddin doesn't consent to activities promoting LGBTQ+ lifestyle.'
S'gor ruler: Tanjung Sepat pig farms to be relocated, no export plans

S'gor ruler: Tanjung Sepat pig farms to be relocated, no export plans

Sultan decrees public funds shouldn't be used for pig farming operations.
'Unheard, sidelined': Rape survivor seeks AGC's explanation on reduced charge

'Unheard, sidelined': Rape survivor seeks AGC's explanation on reduced charge

Reduced charge doesn't reflect level of harm, trauma suffered - Loh.
All eyes on Bersatu supreme council meeting tonight

All eyes on Bersatu supreme council meeting tonight

Perkasa leader claims Bersatu may act against Hamzah.
NRD denies defying court order on MyKad issuance to stateless teen

NRD denies defying court order on MyKad issuance to stateless teen

Dept says it must first carry out document correction, verification processes.
Optics mean little sans real reforms on the ground, Rafizi tells govt

Optics mean little sans real reforms on the ground, Rafizi tells govt

Former minister says people want to see independent and effective law enforcement, government.
TalentCorp, Yayasan Peneraju strengthen Bumiputera talent pipeline for digital and high-growth industries

TalentCorp, Yayasan Peneraju strengthen Bumiputera talent pipeline for digital and high-growth industries

The MoU establishes a multi-year strategic collaboration to jointly design, implement and scale industry-driven talent development programmes.
Defamation suit: Teresa, Akmal fail to reach settlement, trial set for Feb 12

Defamation suit: Teresa, Akmal fail to reach settlement, trial set for Feb 12

This is over Umno Youth chief's alleged insulting remarks against Seputeh MP.
Three PN Youth chiefs urge Muhyiddin to rescind resignation

Three PN Youth chiefs urge Muhyiddin to rescind resignation

MIPP, Bersatu, and Gerakan leaders say PN must be led by a unifying figure.
One dead, nine hurt in Help University blast

One dead, nine hurt in Help University blast

UPDATED 8.10PM | The deceased is a 24-year-old man, KL police chief says.
Meta shuts over 544,000 Australian accounts after ban

Meta shuts over 544,000 Australian accounts after ban

Despite compliance, social media giant wants govt to engage with them.
Under probe, Hafizuddeain abandons future as next defence chief

Under probe, Hafizuddeain abandons future as next defence chief

UPDATED 7PM | Seasoned military man seeks early retirement.
Group warns of impunity after 'pay-and-walk' corruption case

Group warns of impunity after 'pay-and-walk' corruption case

'It undermines confidence in enforcement agencies, justice institutions.'
Mindef to overhaul its anti-corruption plan - Khaled

Mindef to overhaul its anti-corruption plan - Khaled

Tender, procurement processes to also be reviewed and improved, minister adds.
AG defends NFA on Zahid's cases, says didn't come to decision lightly

AG defends NFA on Zahid's cases, says didn't come to decision lightly

Further probe found case to have been 'diluted', Dusuki adds.
Pay hike for judiciary 'meaningful' as judges don't get annual raises: CJ

Pay hike for judiciary 'meaningful' as judges don't get annual raises: CJ

Wan Ahmad Farid says it will strengthen independence and reduce risk of undue interference.
LETTER | Are we permanently sinking in culture of corruption?

LETTER | Are we permanently sinking in culture of corruption?

Surprisingly, public outcry against graft seems to be poor.
CJ tells judges who can't handle backlog to make 'dignified exit'

CJ tells judges who can't handle backlog to make 'dignified exit'

We cannot allow machinery of justice to get clogged - Wan Ahmad Farid.
'Any help is good': Indira's supporters welcome PAS man's offer

'Any help is good': Indira's supporters welcome PAS man's offer

Mother only wishes to be reconciled with her daughter, says Arun.
Tropicana’s Hana Residences hits 3 Key Milestones: 100% Sold Out, Early Completion, High 85% QLASSIC Score

Tropicana’s Hana Residences hits 3 Key Milestones: 100% Sold Out, Early Completion, High 85% QLASSIC Score

Starting the year on a cheerful note for its homeowners, Tropicana Aman, the 863-acre township by Tropicana Corporation Berhad, recently hit 3 key milestones. Hana Residences, the final residential phase of Tropicana Aman, recorded a strong 100% take-up, early completion, and a high 85% Quality Assessment System in Construction score.
UPSR, PT3 revival study to be conducted this year - Fadhlina

UPSR, PT3 revival study to be conducted this year - Fadhlina

Minister says the findings will be presented to the cabinet soonest possible.
PAS stronger, should lead PN after Muhyiddin, says Marzuki

PAS stronger, should lead PN after Muhyiddin, says Marzuki

It is to ensure stability within opposition coalition, former aide says.
How SSH Manufacturing transforms generational roots into a global Oil & Gas platform of excellence.

How SSH Manufacturing transforms generational roots into a global Oil & Gas platform of excellence.

SSH Manufacturing rose from a humble neighborhood shop into a high-performance global supplier trusted by international energy giants.

'Not whistleblowers': Azam distinguishes Albert's, Chegubard's roles

'Not whistleblowers': Azam distinguishes Albert's, Chegubard's roles

'Businessperson was involved in the crimes, while Bersatu leader was a complainant.'
Hadi invokes Perlis coup in call for Malay-Muslim unity

Hadi invokes Perlis coup in call for Malay-Muslim unity

UPDATED 6.28PM | He also likens PAS to a deep-rooted tree that continues growing despite cut branches.
ATEK Technology: Empowering Malaysia’s shift towards intelligent meeting environments

ATEK Technology: Empowering Malaysia’s shift towards intelligent meeting environments

From modest distributor to shaping modern meeting spaces, the company moved forward with new momentum after a Golden Bull Award recognition.

Building clarity through change: VHL’s 18-year journey forward

Building clarity through change: VHL’s 18-year journey forward

Honoured with the Golden Bull Award 2025, VHL solidifies its role as a clear, steady force in Malaysia’s logistics industry.

YOURSAY | Tackling pig waste issue responsibly and practically

YOURSAY | Tackling pig waste issue responsibly and practically

'Why bring race and religion into this discussion? Completely irrelevant.'
COMMENT | Military establishment getting hard on 'parti yeye'

COMMENT | Military establishment getting hard on 'parti yeye'

Crackdown warranted, but the parties are not the main blight on the armed forces.
Govt cannot allow monetisation of AI abuse - Teo

Govt cannot allow monetisation of AI abuse - Teo

This follows MCMC's move to temporarily restrict access to X's AI tool, Grok.
'Something's rotten' in Putrajaya

'Something's rotten' in Putrajaya

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