Archive - 19 March 2026

Muslims in Malaysia to celebrate Aidilfitri on Saturday

Muslims in Malaysia to celebrate Aidilfitri on Saturday

Keeper of the Rulers' Seal confirms matter via televised address.
'I've done nothing wrong': Businessperson slams 'unreasonable' probe, mass account freezes

'I've done nothing wrong': Businessperson slams 'unreasonable' probe, mass account freezes

UPDATED 6.47PM | Authorities freezing people's accounts just because they know me, Chin claims.
Who was Ali Larijani, Iran's unofficial strongman?

Who was Ali Larijani, Iran's unofficial strongman?

He is the most senior official killed since supreme leader Khamenei.
Police to question 14 more in probe over alleged plot to topple govt

Police to question 14 more in probe over alleged plot to topple govt

Khalid says they are looking into statements recorded from another 14 previously.
Greater confidence with Allianz General’s 25% extra coverage on lifestyle protection

Greater confidence with Allianz General’s 25% extra coverage on lifestyle protection

As Allianz Malaysia marks its 25th anniversary this year, the Company is celebrating this milestone by giving back to its customers while continuing its commitment to protecting what matters most.

LETTER | Even with one MP, MIC maintains its sting and grace

LETTER | Even with one MP, MIC maintains its sting and grace

Central working committee will decide party's future, not outsiders.
IGP: Harmoni Madani Programme a step to ease racial tensions

IGP: Harmoni Madani Programme a step to ease racial tensions

Khalid lauds NGOs for their commitment, spirit of unity.
'Corporate mafia': Scapegoating one businessperson may backfire, Rafizi warns

'Corporate mafia': Scapegoating one businessperson may backfire, Rafizi warns

PKR MP says Bloomberg named several others apart from Chin.
Zamri Vinoth handcuffed according to legal procedures, says IGP

Zamri Vinoth handcuffed according to legal procedures, says IGP

Khalid says preacher investigated under Penal Code, Sedition Act.
Malaysia's Happiness Index rises to 81pct, driven by strong community bonds

Malaysia's Happiness Index rises to 81pct, driven by strong community bonds

Ipsos study finds personal financial concerns still the main source of unhappiness.
Govt's anti-war stance at odds with US warships docking, Lynas deal - Wong

Govt's anti-war stance at odds with US warships docking, Lynas deal - Wong

MP notes Putrajaya critical, vocal on Gaza conflict but less so on Iran.
Malay toddler's longing for 'amma' and 'appa' highlights love beyond blood

Malay toddler's longing for 'amma' and 'appa' highlights love beyond blood

Adam's relationship with babysitters shows trust, care transcends race, religion.
'Land activist' says will surrender to police, but on one condition

'Land activist' says will surrender to police, but on one condition

UPDATED 6.21PM | Tamim wants authorities to demolish a list of 'illegal' Hindu temples.
Op Selamat 26: FGV supports PDRM’s efforts to strengthen road safety ahead of Aidilfitri

Op Selamat 26: FGV supports PDRM’s efforts to strengthen road safety ahead of Aidilfitri

A total of 2,000 packs of bubur lambuk were distributed to traffic police personnel and the public.
No more big spenders: Iran war to dent Gulf state investment

No more big spenders: Iran war to dent Gulf state investment

Most Gulf states cut back on production, shipping of oil and gas.
YOURSAY | Is DAP still relevant after 60 years?

YOURSAY | Is DAP still relevant after 60 years?

'DAP needs to go back to fundamentals to stay in govt long enough for actual changes.'
Muslim, Hindu activists meet for peace, but tensions brew from outside

Muslim, Hindu activists meet for peace, but tensions brew from outside

Several absent figures pour cold water on gathering in Putrajaya last night.
Trump delays China trip during US-Israel war on Iran

Trump delays China trip during US-Israel war on Iran

He says it's important for him to be home in US.
Impose restrictions on Lynas for US defence supply deal: Pro-Palestine advocates

Impose restrictions on Lynas for US defence supply deal: Pro-Palestine advocates

'The agreement challenges M'sia's non-aligned foreign policy.'

Bersatu sacks Chegubard

Bersatu sacks Chegubard

Activist's membership terminated for contravening Clause 9.1.4 of party constitution.
SNAPSHOT |  S'pore fuel prices rise sharply; more groups pan Hindu-Muslim NGOs meeting

SNAPSHOT | S'pore fuel prices rise sharply; more groups pan Hindu-Muslim NGOs meeting

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
COMMENT | Israel-US war on Iran: Economic and market implications

COMMENT | Israel-US war on Iran: Economic and market implications

While impact on M'sia still mild, growth projection may be affected.
'Beaten, electrocuted': Suspect in Cikgu Chandra attack claims tortured by cops

'Beaten, electrocuted': Suspect in Cikgu Chandra attack claims tortured by cops

Counsel says victim lodged police report, to approach Suhakam soon.