Archive - 23 February 2026

PM calls for return of 'sanity' in global politics

PM calls for return of 'sanity' in global politics

Anwar says some parts of the part are now facing serious challenges.
DBKL halts partial demolition of elderly couple's home until housing resolved

DBKL halts partial demolition of elderly couple's home until housing resolved

Segambut MP's office confirms with DBKL that it has been suspended.
Dewan Rakyat passes law to revise state grant rates based on population

Dewan Rakyat passes law to revise state grant rates based on population

The new law aims to make grants fairer as the rate was last revised in 2002.
T'ganu exco to be charged with abuse of power tomorrow

T'ganu exco to be charged with abuse of power tomorrow

The man in his 60s was detained by MACC for questioning yesterday.
Audit report reveals RM183m in unreturned grant balances in 4 ministries

Audit report reveals RM183m in unreturned grant balances in 4 ministries

Auditor-General's Report says it indicates weaknesses in financial control management.
Audit finds RM3m cost overrun in UKM research buildings upgrade

Audit finds RM3m cost overrun in UKM research buildings upgrade

Project only 34pct complete when initial contract period lapsed.
Allianz General elevates SME support with financial aid and enhanced foreign worker protection

Allianz General elevates SME support with financial aid and enhanced foreign worker protection

Allianz General is committed to supporting SMEs and the commercial sector through complimentary financial assistance for unexpected business closures and complimentary coverage for foreign workers.
'Later,' Hamzah says on opposition leader role

'Later,' Hamzah says on opposition leader role

Larut MP's position in doubt after his sacking from Bersatu, while PAS eyes the post.
Speaker denies DAP MP's motion to discuss Azam's shares scandal

Speaker denies DAP MP's motion to discuss Azam's shares scandal

PARLIAMENT | There's already a committee, and probes are ongoing, says Johari.
Audit report flags RM28m MyDigital ID spending without approval

Audit report flags RM28m MyDigital ID spending without approval

PARLIAMENT | Report finds some operational expenditure should've come from Mimos funds, not RM80m allocation.
COMMENT | Five things you must really know about Malaysia

COMMENT | Five things you must really know about Malaysia

We should be in a much better place than where we are now.
Islamic finance mogul charged with abetting unlicensed securities dealings

Islamic finance mogul charged with abetting unlicensed securities dealings

Daud pleads not guilty; two others claim trial to similar charges.
AG-PP separation: Govt tables constitutional amendments

AG-PP separation: Govt tables constitutional amendments

PARLIAMENT | The bill seeks to amend 6 Articles in the Constitution and insert 2 new ones.
'No more 19pct tariff after US court ruling,' Zafrul tells Rafizi to stop spinning issue

'No more 19pct tariff after US court ruling,' Zafrul tells Rafizi to stop spinning issue

Ex-Miti minister defends govt decision to sign the deal in Oct 2025.
MP questions status of opposition leader, deputy speaker says no 'vacancy' notice

MP questions status of opposition leader, deputy speaker says no 'vacancy' notice

PARLIAMENT | Request for status clarification comes after Hamzah was sacked from Bersatu.
A cleaner home starts with better bathroom hygiene

A cleaner home starts with better bathroom hygiene

As Malaysian families rethink hygiene, bidet seats like Coway Flowlet & Flowlet Plus are redefining what “clean” really means at home
Putrajaya proposes PM term limit rule be applied retrospectively

Putrajaya proposes PM term limit rule be applied retrospectively

UPDATED 1.15PM | PARLIAMENT | The bill has been tabled for its first reading today.
Suspend T'ganu exco pending MACC investigation - PKR

Suspend T'ganu exco pending MACC investigation - PKR

T'ganu PKR says it's necessary to ensure proper probe into alleged power abuse.
Ringgit eyes RM3.87 support as bullish momentum persists

Ringgit eyes RM3.87 support as bullish momentum persists

Currency rises to an eight-year high against the US dollar.
LETTER | From relief to resilience: Building an economy that needs fewer handouts

LETTER | From relief to resilience: Building an economy that needs fewer handouts

We must work towards a future where aid like Sara is no longer required
Hamzah faction backs new PN chief

Hamzah faction backs new PN chief

19 MPs, including Bersatu rebels and sacked members, say PN made right decision with Samsuri.
6.8-magnitude quake hits waters off Sabah, no tsunami threat

6.8-magnitude quake hits waters off Sabah, no tsunami threat

Epicentre located 49km west of Kudat, says MetMalaysia.
COMMENT | Loke decides to imitate Akmal

COMMENT | Loke decides to imitate Akmal

Nothing will come out of DAP's special congress on whether it will leave govt.
DAP gears for referendum on Madani

DAP gears for referendum on Madani

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.