Archive - 26 January 2026

Ringgit closes at 3.96 vs US dollar for first time since 2018

Ringgit closes at 3.96 vs US dollar for first time since 2018

Currency extends its uptrend that began last week.
Repeat protests at Parliament show persistent farmer issues - PN MPs

Repeat protests at Parliament show persistent farmer issues - PN MPs

PARLIAMENT | Lawmakers highlight farmer demands, including floor price, end to monopolies.
Ex-army chief denies wearing luxury watch to court, lodges police report

Ex-army chief denies wearing luxury watch to court, lodges police report

Chegubard claims Hafizuddeain's watch is worth hundreds of thousands.
Is govt's fiscal success inflated by late tax rebates, Rafizi asks

Is govt's fiscal success inflated by late tax rebates, Rafizi asks

UPDATED 6.17PM | PARLIAMENT | Concern raised over sharp increase in refund commitments each year.
Animation, digital creative sectors among new TVET focus areas: Zahid

Animation, digital creative sectors among new TVET focus areas: Zahid

DPM believes the sectors can produce numerous new talents, elevate M'sia's global image.
Navy officer detained by MACC owns 2 budget hotels near Lumut base

Navy officer detained by MACC owns 2 budget hotels near Lumut base

The two properties are currently valued at at least RM2m.
PN MP questions if US trade deal received royal, parliamentary nod

PN MP questions if US trade deal received royal, parliamentary nod

PARLIAMENT | Fathul argues that Constitution makes cabinet answerable to Parliament.
C4 report exposes MACC oversight weaknesses, cites Sabah scandal

C4 report exposes MACC oversight weaknesses, cites Sabah scandal

Agency faces declining trust due to perceived failure to tackle grand corruption effectively - watchdog.
Trump board a 'farce': MP vows to keep rejecting US embassy invites

Trump board a 'farce': MP vows to keep rejecting US embassy invites

PARLIAMENT | Bangi lawmaker draws line over Washington's handling of Gaza.
Takiyuddin: PN chief need not be from among party presidents

Takiyuddin: PN chief need not be from among party presidents

UPDATED 4.53PM | Sec-gen says based on party constitution, the supreme council will choose.
Discover crafted lifestyle living at Khaya Residences, Bangsar

Discover crafted lifestyle living at Khaya Residences, Bangsar

A new high-rise landmark in a mature address
Calls grow for European teams to boycott World Cup 2026

Calls grow for European teams to boycott World Cup 2026

Trump's administration's actions make participating in the tournament problematic.
Political Financing Bill aims to curb 'donations buy projects' perception

Political Financing Bill aims to curb 'donations buy projects' perception

PARLIAMENT | Kula also addresses opposition concerns that law will be selectively enforced.
Selangor govt puts Bukit Tagar pig farming plan on hold

Selangor govt puts Bukit Tagar pig farming plan on hold

Resident protests prompt state to seek alternative pig farming site.
Umno-Amanah tensions spread to Kedah

Umno-Amanah tensions spread to Kedah

Both parties in the north likely to fly solo in GE16.
Beruas Enters New Era As Historic Tourism Destination Under Vale-MPM Rejuvenation Initiative

Beruas Enters New Era As Historic Tourism Destination Under Vale-MPM Rejuvenation Initiative

Vale Malaysia and Majlis Perbandaran Manjung (MPM) recently marked the launch of Dataran Gangga Negara, a communal and heritage tourism space that reflects Beruas’ historical significance and pays homage to its roots as one of Southeast Asia’s earliest civilisations.
Yeoh: Govt to review SOPs for easier licensing in federal territories

Yeoh: Govt to review SOPs for easier licensing in federal territories

'Thriving businesses and cohesive communities go hand in hand.'
COMMENT | An education hub: Why BM and history matter

COMMENT | An education hub: Why BM and history matter

Nation-building and global competitiveness do not have to clash.
MP urges ministry to clarify BM, History SPM criteria for non-govt students

MP urges ministry to clarify BM, History SPM criteria for non-govt students

UPDATED 5.14PM | PARLIAMENT | Chow points out public higher learning institutions still require 5 SPM credits.
PN to appoint Muhyiddin's successor in Thursday meeting

PN to appoint Muhyiddin's successor in Thursday meeting

The 8.30pm meeting will be held at Gerakan's headquarters.
PN forming presidential council to create role for Muhyiddin?

PN forming presidential council to create role for Muhyiddin?

Proposed council gives Muhyiddin power while PAS manages PN.
US-Nato deal: Relief and mistrust in Greenland

US-Nato deal: Relief and mistrust in Greenland

Locals are glad that military action is off the table but do not trust Trump.
Meet the 3-year-old Chinese boy making waves attending a PAS pre-school

Meet the 3-year-old Chinese boy making waves attending a PAS pre-school

Low's mother says she has seen encouraging changes in her son.
Protests in Iran: Official casualty figures in doubt

Protests in Iran: Official casualty figures in doubt

The government claims over 3k killed; rights groups estimate up to 25k.
Alex Honnold: US man free climbs Taiwan's 101-storey tower

Alex Honnold: US man free climbs Taiwan's 101-storey tower

The feat was broadcast live on Netflix.
Japan's younger voters back PM's polls gambit, snowy areas say no

Japan's younger voters back PM's polls gambit, snowy areas say no

First time since 1990 election being held in February.
Social media age limit to take effect as early as July, says deputy minister

Social media age limit to take effect as early as July, says deputy minister

Teo says the initiative is in the sandbox testing phase.
Ex-army chief's wife charged with receiving RM5k in illegal proceeds

Ex-army chief's wife charged with receiving RM5k in illegal proceeds

UPDATED 11.42AM | Salwani, 27, pleads not guilty to the charge in the Sessions Court.
Govt allowed to defer paying RM38m in damages to Pastor Koh and wife

Govt allowed to defer paying RM38m in damages to Pastor Koh and wife

Judge rules no prejudice on balance of justice against the couple if stay is granted.
COMMENT | How not to elect a dictator

COMMENT | How not to elect a dictator

Democracies have repeatedly elected false messiahs throughout history.
Zafrul appointed to PKR's political bureau

Zafrul appointed to PKR's political bureau

Fahmi makes announcement after leadership council's meeting earlier yesterday.
YOURSAY | When laws are incorrectly applied

YOURSAY | When laws are incorrectly applied

'Police have a poor reputation when it comes to enforcement, due to poor training.'
COMMENT | Race C, Race M, and PAS' con game

COMMENT | Race C, Race M, and PAS' con game

For PAS, non-Muslims are to blame for everything wrong with this country.
Sarongs, towels, and kickbacks

Sarongs, towels, and kickbacks

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