Archive - 14 January 2026

'Keep up your courage,' Tok Mat tells Akmal

'Keep up your courage,' Tok Mat tells Akmal

UMNO AGM | Deputy president supports youth wing as 'pressure group'.
Umno faces 'drastic decline' in hardcore supporters, says Mohamad

Umno faces 'drastic decline' in hardcore supporters, says Mohamad

UPDATED 11PM | UMNO AGM | 'We can no longer rely on old approaches in facing the challenges.'
Tok Mat: Umno 'anchor' that keeps nation's 'ship' from sinking

Tok Mat: Umno 'anchor' that keeps nation's 'ship' from sinking

UMNO AGM | He describes party's role in govt as its contribution to people.
Zahid invites sacked, suspended Umno leaders to AGM

Zahid invites sacked, suspended Umno leaders to AGM

UPDATED 10.25PM | UMNO AGM | Akmal confirms Khairy will attend tomorrow's Youth convention.
Leave big decisions to top leadership, Umno leaders say over Akmal's call

Leave big decisions to top leadership, Umno leaders say over Akmal's call

'Party members free to give opinions but top leadership calls the shots.'
Najib's role in SRC limited to approval, veto powers, court told

Najib's role in SRC limited to approval, veto powers, court told

Ex-PM says he did not start any appointments, amendments in company.
MP summoned to face Bersatu disciplinary board questions deferment

MP summoned to face Bersatu disciplinary board questions deferment

Fathul says panel displayed weaknesses throughout entire process.
Chegubard issues poser on 'golf simulator' at Sabah army base

Chegubard issues poser on 'golf simulator' at Sabah army base

Bersatu leader's claim based on Facebook post, which is no longer accessible.
PM extends greetings, hopes for constructive Umno AGM

PM extends greetings, hopes for constructive Umno AGM

Anwar says M'sia needs mature politics grounded in consensus, mutual respect.
Lawyer questions AGC's withdrawal of child abuse charge

Lawyer questions AGC's withdrawal of child abuse charge

Child Act enacted for a reason, Rajesh says.
N Sembilan ruler warns against normalising corruption

N Sembilan ruler warns against normalising corruption

Tuanku Muhriz says graft is the foremost enemy of justice, trust and nation's future.
Govt to convey proposed PAA amendments to AGC - Fahmi

Govt to convey proposed PAA amendments to AGC - Fahmi

UPDATED 6.47PM | This amid AGC's application for a review of a Federal Court decision on the Act.
Ex-Sindumin rep's GLC role threatens public trust, Sabah DAP Youth tells CM

Ex-Sindumin rep's GLC role threatens public trust, Sabah DAP Youth tells CM

It raises serious concerns over govt's integrity and credibility, says Chan.
Global unemployment may stay stable in 2026, but work progress is stalling, ILO reports

Global unemployment may stay stable in 2026, but work progress is stalling, ILO reports

ILO’s 2026 outlook shows steady employment levels, but millions remain trapped in poverty wages, insecure jobs and widening gaps for youth and women
Japan, South Korea vow stronger ties amid China challenge

Japan, South Korea vow stronger ties amid China challenge

Lee stresses importance of cooperation amid 'complex, unstable international order'.
PAS leader claims party risks losing 37 seats if Samsuri leads PN

PAS leader claims party risks losing 37 seats if Samsuri leads PN

Zaharudin says projection based on three scenarios and conditions.
Guan Eng urges Azalina to intervene in rape survivor inquiry to AGC

Guan Eng urges Azalina to intervene in rape survivor inquiry to AGC

This is over the woman's assailant's reduced charge.
COMMENT | Hotel raid: Authorities must adhere to due process

COMMENT | Hotel raid: Authorities must adhere to due process

Don't allow 'trial by media' to dictate enforcement actions.
Pig farms moving to a place even 'creatures' won't live, says exco

Pig farms moving to a place even 'creatures' won't live, says exco

New location is near Bukit Tagar landfill, Izham adds.
Veteran PKR MP urges PM to rein in AG's 'arbitrary' powers

Veteran PKR MP urges PM to rein in AG's 'arbitrary' powers

Hassan warns review threatens freedoms, undermines promised reforms.
Declining enrolment threatens Tamil schools, Saravanan urges collective fight

Declining enrolment threatens Tamil schools, Saravanan urges collective fight

MIC No 2 says intake dropped sharply from 11,021 in 2025 to 10,330 this year.
Can EU exert more pressure on Iran with sanctions?

Can EU exert more pressure on Iran with sanctions?

Bloc previously condemned 'violent repression' of protests.
Misappropriation of funds: Ex-Muslim NGO chair charged again

Misappropriation of funds: Ex-Muslim NGO chair charged again

Hakim is accused of misappropriating donations for humanitarian missions.
Cabinet memo draft on custodial deaths sent to PM's Dept last Dec: EAIC

Cabinet memo draft on custodial deaths sent to PM's Dept last Dec: EAIC

Nod sought to execute 13 preventive steps designed for enforcement bodies in detainee management.
MACC detains another senior army officer in corruption case

MACC detains another senior army officer in corruption case

Officer being probed in accordance with relevant legal provisions - Azam.
KINIGUIDE | The battle over Selangor's pig farms

KINIGUIDE | The battle over Selangor's pig farms

Mkini provides an overview of the longstanding issue.
PAS tallies Umno's (mis)fortune for Zahid: 83 seats lost since 2004

PAS tallies Umno's (mis)fortune for Zahid: 83 seats lost since 2004

Idris reminds Umno president of party's current standing.
PKR Youth defends PAA review application, says PM not involved

PKR Youth defends PAA review application, says PM not involved

Rule 137 may be invoked to prevent serious injustice, says Khairul Naim.
When little lungs struggle: Understanding childhood respiratory health

When little lungs struggle: Understanding childhood respiratory health

From lingering coughs to silent breathing disorders, childhood lung problems are more common and more manageable than many parents realise.

In 2021, PM, home minister rallied against PN 'illegally'

In 2021, PM, home minister rallied against PN 'illegally'

Cops questioned Harapan MPs, who were in opposition, for allegedly breaching PAA.
After debate over Islamic credentials, PAS says will outlive Umno

After debate over Islamic credentials, PAS says will outlive Umno

Fadhli responds to Zahid's wish for PAS to dissolve on its own.
Sabah politician on trial for corruption appointed to state GLC

Sabah politician on trial for corruption appointed to state GLC

Ex-Sindumin rep takes the helm at Sabah Development Bhd.
'You were charged with protesting', ex-Bersih activist reminds PM

'You were charged with protesting', ex-Bersih activist reminds PM

This after govt applied to review Federal Court ruling on Peaceful Assembly Act.
Blogger retracts articles, apologises after MCMC settlement

Blogger retracts articles, apologises after MCMC settlement

Australian writer admits inaccuracies following court case over defamatory posts.
Iran at geopolitical crossroads as protests pressure regime

Iran at geopolitical crossroads as protests pressure regime

Unrest at home meets rising pressure from the US and regional rivals.
'Why have Child Act' - parents ask after baby abuse charge downgraded

'Why have Child Act' - parents ask after baby abuse charge downgraded

UPDATED 4.26PM | They were informed of reduced charge on the day it was submitted to court.
The headless opposition

The headless opposition

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