Archive - 13 February 2026

Sacked Hamzah shares photo having tea with Hadi

Sacked Hamzah shares photo having tea with Hadi

Apart from PAS leaders, Hamzah was flanked by others axed by Bersatu.
Court sets June 18 to decide on Bersatu's bid to unfreeze accounts

Court sets June 18 to decide on Bersatu's bid to unfreeze accounts

MACC froze two of the party's accounts in 2023.
'We're ready': Bersih answers Rafizi's call for anti-Azam demo

'We're ready': Bersih answers Rafizi's call for anti-Azam demo

Faisal says he will meet coalition partners to discuss details.
Govt moots national durian federation, undecided on 'national fruit'

Govt moots national durian federation, undecided on 'national fruit'

Both pineapple, durian industry players want their fruit 'crowned' – Chan.
Court orders ex-SSM CEO, son to enter defence on 8 graft charges

Court orders ex-SSM CEO, son to enter defence on 8 graft charges

Judge rules prosecution established prima facie case on the duo.
There will be roast pigs every CNY, Loke assures amid S'gor pig farm saga

There will be roast pigs every CNY, Loke assures amid S'gor pig farm saga

Minister urges public not to read unsubstantiated reports about situation in Selangor.
Sabah now powered by U Mobile ULTRA5G

Sabah now powered by U Mobile ULTRA5G

Malaysia’s newest and most advanced 5G network arrives in Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Beaufort and Kudat, with more locations to come.
National committee for Hindu temples to address land, legal matters

National committee for Hindu temples to address land, legal matters

Former deputy minister will serve as committee chair.
COMMENT | Why Malaysians now speak in whispers

COMMENT | Why Malaysians now speak in whispers

A govt that equates scrutiny with sabotage reveals its own fragility.
'Social media court' biggest challenge to integrity of MACC probe

'Social media court' biggest challenge to integrity of MACC probe

Allegations can go viral within minutes without proper verification, says Khusairi.
Purge: Bersatu sacks deputy president Hamzah, 16 others

Purge: Bersatu sacks deputy president Hamzah, 16 others

UPDATED 9.10PM | He has allegedly contravened Clause 9.1.4 of the party's constitution.
Uphold rule of law in house of worship issues, experts say

Uphold rule of law in house of worship issues, experts say

This is in keeping with M'sia's multiracial identity, they add.
Court of Appeal allows Najib to attend civil appeals hearings

Court of Appeal allows Najib to attend civil appeals hearings

This is relation to suits involving health minister, former AG.
Planned cybercrime law can stop LGBTQ+ dating apps, says Zahid

Planned cybercrime law can stop LGBTQ+ dating apps, says Zahid

It would provide a legal framework for preventing abuse of computer systems, says DPM.
On Azam being placed on leave, PM defers to task force scrutiny

On Azam being placed on leave, PM defers to task force scrutiny

'Let them examine the case first.'
MCMC identifies coordinated accounts spreading racially charged content - Fahmi

MCMC identifies coordinated accounts spreading racially charged content - Fahmi

Investigations are ongoing, minister says.
Anwar drops immunity bid in ex-aide's sexual assault case

Anwar drops immunity bid in ex-aide's sexual assault case

Yusoff's legal reps object to withdrawing the appeal without cost.
LETTER | Azam's shares: Timing of PSD policy change too convenient

LETTER | Azam's shares: Timing of PSD policy change too convenient

It seems system being adjusted when tested.
Albert pounces on shares scandal, lodges report against Azam

Albert pounces on shares scandal, lodges report against Azam

Businessperson asks how Azam managed to purchase the shares.
ADUN SPEAKS | Time to institutionalise temple management

ADUN SPEAKS | Time to institutionalise temple management

Current frameworks structurally inadequate for custodianship of historical religious sites, public community assets.
Allianz Malaysia included in UNGCMYB ESG Select List 2025

Allianz Malaysia included in UNGCMYB ESG Select List 2025

The ESG Select List highlights organisations that have demonstrated credible and structured progress in advancing sustainability, aligned with the UN Global Compact’s Ten Principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Ringgit at RM3.89 vs US dollar signals confidence in M'sia's economic fundamentals

Ringgit at RM3.89 vs US dollar signals confidence in M'sia's economic fundamentals

It underscores Anwar's success in leading the govt, political aide says.
Govt sets up special task force to probe Azam

Govt sets up special task force to probe Azam

UPDATED 2.42PM | Chief secretary to the govt to chair committee, says Fahmi.
MACC to target agents, middlemen fuelling corruption in govt agencies

MACC to target agents, middlemen fuelling corruption in govt agencies

Khusairi says graft busters to make sure culprits face consequences.
16 Bersatu MPs urge Muhyiddin to step down, let Hamzah lead

16 Bersatu MPs urge Muhyiddin to step down, let Hamzah lead

They say the president is no longer capable of keeping the party together.
PKR 8 to rally DAP, Amanah to pressure PM on Azam

PKR 8 to rally DAP, Amanah to pressure PM on Azam

UPDATED 4.36PM | Rafizi says they will write to all MPs across parties next week.
'House tidied, underwear in order': Rafizi braces for MACC raid, arrest

'House tidied, underwear in order': Rafizi braces for MACC raid, arrest

Pandan MP says he is prepared because he has nothing to hide.
PKR MPs want Azam suspended, warn PM not to repeat Najib's mistake

PKR MPs want Azam suspended, warn PM not to repeat Najib's mistake

UPDATED 2.59PM | Call follows recent revelations on MACC chief's shareholdings, agency collusion to orchestrate corporate takeovers.
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'Tangkap Azam Baki 2.0' rally at Sogo this Sunday, say organisers

'Tangkap Azam Baki 2.0' rally at Sogo this Sunday, say organisers

UPDATED 6.06PM | Rafizi confirms participation in rally.
No proof of delayed or 'shelved' investigations, says MACC panel

No proof of delayed or 'shelved' investigations, says MACC panel

Most probe papers meet agency's set deadlines - Rosli.
COMMENT | Integrity on trial: Malaysia's watchdog or lapdog?

COMMENT | Integrity on trial: Malaysia's watchdog or lapdog?

Azam's recent controversy shows how rules are 'negotiable'.
YOURSAY | When ambiguity becomes licence to act

YOURSAY | When ambiguity becomes licence to act

'Anwar has shown a complete lack of judgment in calling for a clean-up.'
Azmin disappointed Muhyiddin kept Bersatu leaders in dark about quit plan

Azmin disappointed Muhyiddin kept Bersatu leaders in dark about quit plan

'We are managing a coalition, not just a single party.'
Govt MP proposes Parliament debate Azam's share ownership

Govt MP proposes Parliament debate Azam's share ownership

Ramkarpal has submitted motion to Dewan Rakyat speaker's office.
'Nothing to hide' Azam welcomes probe, confident truth will prevail

'Nothing to hide' Azam welcomes probe, confident truth will prevail

UPDATED 9.20AM | Financial, asset declarations made in accordance with applicable public service regulations - MACC chief.
Azam bought Velocity shares for RM1.5m, lost RM400k in sale

Azam bought Velocity shares for RM1.5m, lost RM400k in sale

Shares liquidated in July last year.
COMMENT | Why Anwar must remove Azam - now

COMMENT | Why Anwar must remove Azam - now

It's bewildering why PM is still defending him.
Rafizi on MACC's radar over RM1.1b deal, calls it 'empire strikes back'

Rafizi on MACC's radar over RM1.1b deal, calls it 'empire strikes back'

Ex-minister laughs off allegation, challenges authorities to leave no stone unturned.
S'gor MB calls security meet, sets guidelines after temple demolition

S'gor MB calls security meet, sets guidelines after temple demolition

No party may take action on their own without court process - Amirudin.
No record of wanted Indonesian 'Gasoline Godfather' leaving M'sia - source

No record of wanted Indonesian 'Gasoline Godfather' leaving M'sia - source

It's unclear whether Riza Chalid holds any other permits to stay in Malaysia.
Corruption allegations hit MACC

Corruption allegations hit MACC

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