Archive - 27 January 2026

Teo faces fire from ex-UEC task force chair, rejects 'provocateur' charge

Teo faces fire from ex-UEC task force chair, rejects 'provocateur' charge

Ex-deputy minister says her stance on UEC is consistent.
Anwar calls for de-escalation amid rising US-Iran tensions

Anwar calls for de-escalation amid rising US-Iran tensions

Conflict would affect an already fragile Middle East, he says.
Stop treating children like 'lab rats' with shifting policies, says Bersatu MP

Stop treating children like 'lab rats' with shifting policies, says Bersatu MP

PARLIAMENT | Such things would only confuse children, Mas Ermieyati says.
PN supreme council meeting cancelled, leaders to meet at Muhyiddin's home

PN supreme council meeting cancelled, leaders to meet at Muhyiddin's home

UPDATED 10.55PM | PAS deputy president confirms it, refuses to elaborate.
Govt launches matching grant programme to replace old vehicles

Govt launches matching grant programme to replace old vehicles

This is to reduce the use of unsafe old vehicles, Loke says.
Bersatu MP: Don't mock people's food choices, Islam doesn't condone it

Bersatu MP: Don't mock people's food choices, Islam doesn't condone it

PARLIAMENT | Kalam says pigs aren't smelly but the pens are.
Court sets Feb 25 to hear PM's bid to strike out Waytha's suit

Court sets Feb 25 to hear PM's bid to strike out Waytha's suit

The former minister seeks to declare Anwar's appointment as PM and PM null and void.
After repeated setbacks, opposition MP says will ask for allocation in 'afterlife'

After repeated setbacks, opposition MP says will ask for allocation in 'afterlife'

PARLIAMENT | Parit MP bemoans zero progress even though the issue was repeatedly raised.
After Year 1 diagnosis U-turn, MP tells govt to assess schools' capacity

After Year 1 diagnosis U-turn, MP tells govt to assess schools' capacity

PARLIAMENT | Radzi says the new policy is expected to significantly increase the number of students.
MP cites Azam's tenure extensions in call to raise CJ's retirement age

MP cites Azam's tenure extensions in call to raise CJ's retirement age

PARLIAMENT | Wan Fayhsal cites UK, where judges retire at 75.
Germany, France, others rebuke Trump's NATO troop disrespect

Germany, France, others rebuke Trump's NATO troop disrespect

Reports say Trump's remarks also courted King Charles' displeasure.
Maaedicare Charitable Foundation subsidises dialysis for 100 patients nationwide in 2026

Maaedicare Charitable Foundation subsidises dialysis for 100 patients nationwide in 2026

In light of this, Maaedicare Charitable Foundation is tackling this crisis head-on by subsidising dialysis treatment for 100 new, low-income Malaysian patients from B40 households.
Klang MP urges govt to expedite actions in MBI ponzi scheme

Klang MP urges govt to expedite actions in MBI ponzi scheme

Ganabatirau says there have been no updates since the arrest of several high-profile individuals.
CM rebuts Sanusi's Penang bid, cites failed Sulu claim on Sabah

CM rebuts Sanusi's Penang bid, cites failed Sulu claim on Sabah

PARLIAMENT | Chow says historical assertions cannot override constitutional sovereignty.
COMMENT | Who pays when bureaucracy becomes default fix?

COMMENT | Who pays when bureaucracy becomes default fix?

Good intentions falter when implementation multiplies burdens.
Year 1 at 6: Anwar's U-turn shows new plan a half-baked policy, PAS MP says

Year 1 at 6: Anwar's U-turn shows new plan a half-baked policy, PAS MP says

Fadhli notes lack of in-depth study before announcement.
Chegubard to make new exposés on graft involving public agency, zakat centre

Chegubard to make new exposés on graft involving public agency, zakat centre

Bersatu leader says he will submit info to MACC soon.
Dr M stops by at café, first public appearance since Jan 6 fall

Dr M stops by at café, first public appearance since Jan 6 fall

UPDATED 9.06PM | His aide confirms that ex-PM has not yet been discharged.
No pork supply shortage or price hike for CNY - deputy minister

No pork supply shortage or price hike for CNY - deputy minister

Chan says Perak is the largest domestic supplier, adds Selangor doesn't produce much.
Wan Saiful: If Muhyiddin still chair, why didn't he call for successor meeting?

Wan Saiful: If Muhyiddin still chair, why didn't he call for successor meeting?

Tasek Gelugor MP says a responsible leader would have ensured proper succession.
PM agrees to scrap Year 1 admission assessment

PM agrees to scrap Year 1 admission assessment

UPDATED 1.59PM | PARLIAMENT | Anwar says the diagnostic test may have unintended consequences.
Gallop Into Prosperity With Tropicana’s CNY Campaign Offering Rewards Worth Up To RM2,888,888

Gallop Into Prosperity With Tropicana’s CNY Campaign Offering Rewards Worth Up To RM2,888,888

Tropicana Corporation Berhad ushers in abundance this festive season with its all-new 2026 Chinese New Year Prosperity Campaign. For a limited time, the Group is offering rewards worth up to RM2,888,888 through its “Redefining the Art of Living” CNY campaign, running until 28 February 2026.
COMMENT | Call for KL committee for the disabled, elderly

COMMENT | Call for KL committee for the disabled, elderly

There should be a walkability, universal access, and connectivity committee.
New Kinabatangan MP sworn in

New Kinabatangan MP sworn in

PARLIAMENT | Kurniawan takes oath before speaker, later poses question to PM.
Fadhli dares S'gor exco to prove PAS received 'undisclosed funds'

Fadhli dares S'gor exco to prove PAS received 'undisclosed funds'

PAS info chief also denies claim that election funds were not channelled to state chapter.
HFC Tech: Redefining Thermal Innovation for the Age of AI

HFC Tech: Redefining Thermal Innovation for the Age of AI

The prestigious Golden Bull Award is a significant honour for HFC Tech, marking a milestone that strengthens its industry leadership.

COMMENT | High-profile graft cases stress-testing M'sia's governance

COMMENT | High-profile graft cases stress-testing M'sia's governance

Credibility of its systems is also at stake.
SPNB: Building hope, one home at a time

SPNB: Building hope, one home at a time

Across Malaysia, SPNB builds homes to give B40 families safety, dignity, and a lasting sense of belonging.

CAS allows 7 suspended 'heritage' players to resume playing for now

CAS allows 7 suspended 'heritage' players to resume playing for now

This follows the court granting a stay of execution pending final decision on appeal.
COMMENT | Curbing Malaysia's land corruption could save trillions

COMMENT | Curbing Malaysia's land corruption could save trillions

Cronies profit while public funds vanish in opaque land transactions.
Amanah-Umno spat not grounded in reality

Amanah-Umno spat not grounded in reality

ANALYSIS | One must look at the election results in Malacca, Johor, and Kedah.