Archive - 18 April 2026

Rafizi dismisses GE16 Bandar Tun Razak contest rumour, to stay in Pandan

Rafizi dismisses GE16 Bandar Tun Razak contest rumour, to stay in Pandan

Ex-minister also says his political stance is not tied to Anwar.
Ex-Perlis MB gives successor one week to explain postponed state assembly sitting

Ex-Perlis MB gives successor one week to explain postponed state assembly sitting

Shukri says it's unusual, as many pending issues still require clarification.
Zahid: BN to maintain seat distribution system for next state and national polls

Zahid: BN to maintain seat distribution system for next state and national polls

BN chief also urges coalition machinery to start attracting support from voters.
Ex-MP urges MACC to probe proposed new system for migrant workers

Ex-MP urges MACC to probe proposed new system for migrant workers

Charles questions how the company developing the system was selected.
COMMENT | Is age restriction for social media use the only way?

COMMENT | Is age restriction for social media use the only way?

There's danger, but platforms themselves should take proper responsibility.
Global energy uncertainty underscores urgency of M'sia's renewable transition - experts

Global energy uncertainty underscores urgency of M'sia's renewable transition - experts

They say recent tensions could have far-reaching implications for global markets.
COMMENT | Open letter to PM against under-16 socmed ban, urging rights-based approach

COMMENT | Open letter to PM against under-16 socmed ban, urging rights-based approach

Proposal could lead to intrusive monitoring, restrict freedom of expression.
SNAPSHOT | Fahmi takes note of media's Budi95 quota request; Sanusi: Come contest in Kedah

SNAPSHOT | Fahmi takes note of media's Budi95 quota request; Sanusi: Come contest in Kedah

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.

UN chief welcomes Iran's move to keep Strait of Hormuz open during ceasefire

UN chief welcomes Iran's move to keep Strait of Hormuz open during ceasefire

This is a step in right direction, Guterres says.
COMMENT | Using Sedition Act on TikToker unwarranted, oppressive

COMMENT | Using Sedition Act on TikToker unwarranted, oppressive

Equally disturbing is that she didn't have legal representation during remand hearing.
Activist launches Parliament petition to act against absent MPs

Activist launches Parliament petition to act against absent MPs

Roshinee aims to gather 500 physical signatures before June Dewan sitting.