Archive - 17 April 2026

Anwar denies ties, seeks to strike out subpoena to testify in businessperson's civil suit

Anwar denies ties, seeks to strike out subpoena to testify in businessperson's civil suit

PM claims no basis to allege he and Vinod Sekhar have close relationship.
Reports that 127.3ha of Pulau Sebatik land ceded to Indonesia inaccurate: Minister

Reports that 127.3ha of Pulau Sebatik land ceded to Indonesia inaccurate: Minister

Arthur said only 123ha ceded, and M'sia got 5ha in return.
Solar panels and battery storage in Malaysia: How to reduce your electricity bill

Solar panels and battery storage in Malaysia: How to reduce your electricity bill

Solar alone helps reduce electricity bills. But when combined with battery storage, the benefit goes beyond.
TikToker held 3 days after PM criticism will speak publicly when ready, husband says

TikToker held 3 days after PM criticism will speak publicly when ready, husband says

UPDATED 7.38PM | 'Jorjet Myla' said to be traumatised, not ready to be interviewed.
After criticism over TikToker's arrest, CID chief issues advisory on social media conduct

After criticism over TikToker's arrest, CID chief issues advisory on social media conduct

Wrong usage has potential to trigger tension among community if not curbed through enforcement - Kumar.
UM denies 'cancer cluster' allegations as medical centre's ex-worker plans legal action

UM denies 'cancer cluster' allegations as medical centre's ex-worker plans legal action

Former X-ray technician claims lapses in SOPs, now she and a few others are sick.
Rafizi's ex-aide to return from overseas for MACC questioning on April 28

Rafizi's ex-aide to return from overseas for MACC questioning on April 28

UPDATED 7.04PM | Chai to attend questioning over RM1.1b govt deal with British semiconductor firm.
Ulu Tiram attack: Suspect's dad expressed regret son didn't 'take him along', witness says

Ulu Tiram attack: Suspect's dad expressed regret son didn't 'take him along', witness says

Court hears testimony on parents' reactions during cop's retelling of raid on house.
Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 first in SEA to introduce Supine HIFU for non-invasive fibroid treatment

Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 first in SEA to introduce Supine HIFU for non-invasive fibroid treatment

A more comfortable, uterus-preserving option for women seeking alternatives to surgery
COMMENT | It's 2026, but parking touts still rule the streets

COMMENT | It's 2026, but parking touts still rule the streets

Is the city run by authorities or gangsters?
Court to decide on Ebit Lew's sexual harassment case April 30

Court to decide on Ebit Lew's sexual harassment case April 30

The trial has been ongoing since 2022.
'Better than doing nothing': Yeoh stands by 'Bangun KL' coffee initiative for better traffic flow

'Better than doing nothing': Yeoh stands by 'Bangun KL' coffee initiative for better traffic flow

Minister's defence follows criticisms by certain quarters over its effectiveness in easing congestion.
COMMENT | The only time leaders ever listen

COMMENT | The only time leaders ever listen

Criticism was the lifeblood of leaders when in the opposition, not so in power.
LETTER | God weeps where silent oceans roar: A lament for the Rohingya

LETTER | God weeps where silent oceans roar: A lament for the Rohingya

A poem based on Psalm 51 relaying the group's oppression and discrimination.
Pope doubles down against wars, Trump retaliates with false claim

Pope doubles down against wars, Trump retaliates with false claim

US president says he has the right to disagree with Leo.
SNAPSHOT | Caltex: Fuel disruption in 5 states; M'sians in West Asia advised to be vigilant

SNAPSHOT | Caltex: Fuel disruption in 5 states; M'sians in West Asia advised to be vigilant

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.

COMMENT | The Ahmad Maslan doctrine: Innocence by attendance

COMMENT | The Ahmad Maslan doctrine: Innocence by attendance

Attendance, not evidence, has become the new gold standard of justice.
Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire, says Trump

Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire, says Trump

Senior Hezbollah lawmaker credits Iran's diplomatic efforts for it.
One power, two claimants: Critics say JAC's constitutional legitimacy in doubt

One power, two claimants: Critics say JAC's constitutional legitimacy in doubt

Experts say JAC's role overlaps with CJ's power to advise PM on judge appointments.
Mystery of PM's arrested critic

Mystery of PM's arrested critic

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