Archive - 12 March 2026

Cikgu Chandra claims he was threatened, ex-MIC man says he only gave 'advice'

Cikgu Chandra claims he was threatened, ex-MIC man says he only gave 'advice'

He doesn't stop, still calls Indians botol kicap on TikTok - Awtar.
UM dispute with student group should be resolved amicably, says minister

UM dispute with student group should be resolved amicably, says minister

This appeared to be over Liga Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya using the uni's name.
Guan Eng confident that DAP won't abandon call for RCI into 'corporate mafia'

Guan Eng confident that DAP won't abandon call for RCI into 'corporate mafia'

Former minister notes that all cabinet members have to agree to an RCI for it to happen.
GPS leader dismisses claims new Sarawak seats assigned to its parties amid leaked map claims

GPS leader dismisses claims new Sarawak seats assigned to its parties amid leaked map claims

Not wrong for parties to discuss potential areas for new constituencies, Karim says.
Ex-diplomat, son cleared of drug trafficking, 102 cannabis plants charges

Ex-diplomat, son cleared of drug trafficking, 102 cannabis plants charges

Court highlights lack of credible evidence, forensic gaps in the case.
Na'imah probe: Academic quizzed by cops over 2024 opinion

Na'imah probe: Academic quizzed by cops over 2024 opinion

Cops tried to find out if Na'imah and I had any ties - Syaza.
After third EIA rejection, anti-incinerator group urges complete scrap of Rawang plant

After third EIA rejection, anti-incinerator group urges complete scrap of Rawang plant

NGO says repeated failure sign of project's fundamental flaws.
Hadi: Devil's whispers sow doubt as Umno faces internal decay, PAS rejects 'Rumah Bangsa'

Hadi: Devil's whispers sow doubt as Umno faces internal decay, PAS rejects 'Rumah Bangsa'

PAS chief warns Umno members distracted by false friends, un-Islamic practices.
Consider resigning as temple concerns appear unheeded, ex-DAP MP tells ministers

Consider resigning as temple concerns appear unheeded, ex-DAP MP tells ministers

Charles says the government seems unwilling to listen to Indian community's concerns.
PM: Integrity culture key to strengthening fight against graft

PM: Integrity culture key to strengthening fight against graft

Leakages, abuse of power undermine national governance and public well-being, he says.
LETTER | The temples that the city grew around

LETTER | The temples that the city grew around

Centuries-old shrines at hospitals, railways reflect the labour that built Malaysia.
Albert obtains images of 'armed' MACC officers at his home, files report

Albert obtains images of 'armed' MACC officers at his home, files report

He claims it confirms his account that officers pointed their guns at him and his family.
SIBS 2026 marks a decade of impact, expands regionally through SIBS@ASEAN initiative

SIBS 2026 marks a decade of impact, expands regionally through SIBS@ASEAN initiative

Since its inception in 2015, SIBS formerly know as Selangor International Expo (SIE) has evolved from a boutique trade event into a powerhouse of regional commerce.
Gobind urges IGP to act against Hindu symbol 'desecration'

Gobind urges IGP to act against Hindu symbol 'desecration'

UPDATED 2.12PM | Police must restore public confidence and keep the peace, says minister.
MPs red flag MACC probing itself on 'corporate mafia', say RCI still needed

MPs red flag MACC probing itself on 'corporate mafia', say RCI still needed

RCI will protect integrity of investigations, one MP says.
CCM's deputy CEO pleads not guilty to receiving RM50k cash from Hamzah's son

CCM's deputy CEO pleads not guilty to receiving RM50k cash from Hamzah's son

KL Sessions Court fixes RM15k bail, orders passport surrendered.
Most bumiputera firms stuck at micro scale despite decades of aid, report finds

Most bumiputera firms stuck at micro scale despite decades of aid, report finds

Report also mentions lack of govt oversight over Vendor Development Programme.
ASEAN & ASIA Records Unveil 34 new records, launch ASEAN & ASIA Food Records

ASEAN & ASIA Records Unveil 34 new records, launch ASEAN & ASIA Food Records

The initiative aims to recognise notable achievements related to food and gastronomy while celebrating the rich and diverse food heritage of ASEAN and Asia.
Indians most affected by rental discrimination, but Malays, Chinese suffer too: Report

Indians most affected by rental discrimination, but Malays, Chinese suffer too: Report

Cheapest rooms are also the most explicitly discriminatory against Indians.
Petronas: M'sia has some structural resilience to external shocks

Petronas: M'sia has some structural resilience to external shocks

Company acknowledges conflict in West Asia would bring disruptions to several aspects.
LETTER | Cancelled open houses: Can't govt come up with better ideas?

LETTER | Cancelled open houses: Can't govt come up with better ideas?

Addressing mismanagement in GLCs could save more money than cancelling open houses.
SNAPSHOT | Hishammuddin ready to return to Umno if suspension lifted

SNAPSHOT | Hishammuddin ready to return to Umno if suspension lifted

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Volatile oil supply: M'sia needs to quickly wean off fossil fuels

Volatile oil supply: M'sia needs to quickly wean off fossil fuels

Economists say accelerating transition to renewable energy will beef up economic resilience.