Archive - 22 April 2026

SNAPSHOT | Pig farming: DAP Youth comes to rep's defence; reduced fuel prices at midnight

SNAPSHOT | Pig farming: DAP Youth comes to rep's defence; reduced fuel prices at midnight

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

New Sofia Rini clip drops on Facebook, PAS leader wants answers

New Sofia Rini clip drops on Facebook, PAS leader wants answers

She refers to an individual named 'Anwar' and another named 'Farhash'.
N Sembilan royal feud: Sg Ujong chieftain contests ouster, alleges nobles removed over graft

N Sembilan royal feud: Sg Ujong chieftain contests ouster, alleges nobles removed over graft

However, one noble refutes allegations levelled.
Federal govt announces RM1,500 aid for Sandakan fire victims

Federal govt announces RM1,500 aid for Sandakan fire victims

'While this is not a long-term solution, it's an immediate measure,' says PM.
155k civil servants work from home, saving 334k litres of fuel - Fahmi

155k civil servants work from home, saving 334k litres of fuel - Fahmi

Minister says govt will continue to review and strengthen policy.
Jakarta mulls charging fee for Strait of Malacca passage

Jakarta mulls charging fee for Strait of Malacca passage

Indonesia controls the largest share of the waterway, says its finance minister.
Victims allege billions lost in cross-border investment scam linked to M'sian

Victims allege billions lost in cross-border investment scam linked to M'sian

Money could not be withdrawn from online investment platform since 2021, they claim.
SNAPSHOT | Madani Mart in every constituency soon?; May 13 set for Isa's review bid

SNAPSHOT | Madani Mart in every constituency soon?; May 13 set for Isa's review bid

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Rafizi says Bestinet objections raised in cabinet, dares Ramanan to reveal minutes

Rafizi says Bestinet objections raised in cabinet, dares Ramanan to reveal minutes

I'm prepared to be judged for it, former minister adds.
MCMC's 'blurred photo' creates 'criminal perception', Muda member lodges report

MCMC's 'blurred photo' creates 'criminal perception', Muda member lodges report

UPDATED 6.55PM | Luqman says he and his lawyer have given full cooperation.
Tropicana Foundation, F&N & Ignatius Asia bring joy to 120 children in the spirit of muhibbah

Tropicana Foundation, F&N & Ignatius Asia bring joy to 120 children in the spirit of muhibbah

The Nostalgia Rewang Raya open house, in partnership with Tropicana Golf & Country Resort, F&N, and Ignatius Asia, provided a kampung-inspired festive experience for 120 underprivileged children.
PKR MP reminds Anwar of his lecturing days after ban of leftist books

PKR MP reminds Anwar of his lecturing days after ban of leftist books

'How would PMX respond to int'l media having lectured at renowned universities?'
'It's already 6pm for me', Rais says over his decision to quit politics

'It's already 6pm for me', Rais says over his decision to quit politics

Former minister also paints bleak future for Bersatu.
Mass resignations: Kangar PKR chief claims 'pro-Rafizi' leaders inactive since win

Mass resignations: Kangar PKR chief claims 'pro-Rafizi' leaders inactive since win

Issue began from dissatisfaction during party election, says Amin.
PAS wants DAP rep suspended over pig farming proposal, Jamal says she can leave S'gor

PAS wants DAP rep suspended over pig farming proposal, Jamal says she can leave S'gor

Sukri and BN leader accuse Wong of disrespecting sultan's royal decree.
India news: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu gear up for voting day

India news: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu gear up for voting day

India marks anniversary of attack in Kashmir that killed 26 civilians.
Federal Court rules whipping for prisoners is constitutional

Federal Court rules whipping for prisoners is constitutional

Whipping not within ambit of 'cruel, oppressive, degrading' punishment - CJ.
SNAPSHOT | Rembau nobles oppose chieftain; KJ lauds UK, mourns GEG; condom prices may rise

SNAPSHOT | Rembau nobles oppose chieftain; KJ lauds UK, mourns GEG; condom prices may rise

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Durian Tunggal shooting: Gobind presses AG for an update

Durian Tunggal shooting: Gobind presses AG for an update

Five months have passed but no definitive action taken yet, minister says.
Amid rising scrutiny on courts, regional judicial forum to convene in Bangkok

Amid rising scrutiny on courts, regional judicial forum to convene in Bangkok

Against a backdrop of increasing scrutiny on judicial independence and accountability across Asia, senior judges, policymakers and legal experts are set to gather in Bangkok next month for the World Judicial Integrity Forum (WJIF) 2026.
'Falling and rising': Ahead of anniversary, Zahid highlights Umno's resilience

'Falling and rising': Ahead of anniversary, Zahid highlights Umno's resilience

Umno president recounts party’s 80-year history marked by sacrifice and achievements.
Student group claims anti-graft event at UM disrupted

Student group claims anti-graft event at UM disrupted

Campus authorities stopped us at multiple locations, limited speaking time - Lennards.
Florida AG: 'If ChatGPT were a person, it would be facing murder charges'

Florida AG: 'If ChatGPT were a person, it would be facing murder charges'

Last year's shooting at Florida university saw two killed, six injured.
COMMENT | Does govt fear communism or ideas it can't control?

COMMENT | Does govt fear communism or ideas it can't control?

Reading about communism doesn't mean one has embraced the ideology.
Survey dept DG pleads not guilty to power abuse involving RM130,000 graft

Survey dept DG pleads not guilty to power abuse involving RM130,000 graft

UPDATED 11.27AM | The two charges are linked to funds from the Land Surveyors Board.
LETTER | We need progressive taxation now

LETTER | We need progressive taxation now

Super-rich must contribute more to society.
RTM pulls cartoon series off air over alleged LGBTQ+ element

RTM pulls cartoon series off air over alleged LGBTQ+ element

This comes after PAS' criticism, netizen's complaint over two lesbian characters.
Iran war: Trump says US extending ceasefire to give Iran more time to negotiate

Iran war: Trump says US extending ceasefire to give Iran more time to negotiate

US president says military to continue blockade, remain ready and able.
BBC questions unusual financial trading ahead of Trump statements

BBC questions unusual financial trading ahead of Trump statements

Concerns raised over possible insider trading.
SNAPSHOT | Anwar to visit Sandakan fire victims; NGO leader nabbed over RM230m zakat funds case

SNAPSHOT | Anwar to visit Sandakan fire victims; NGO leader nabbed over RM230m zakat funds case

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

Ex-MB: N Sembilan chieftains sacking of ruler valid, but amicable solution needed

Ex-MB: N Sembilan chieftains sacking of ruler valid, but amicable solution needed

Minangkabau law of adat perpatih brings peace, harmony, and courtesy - Rais.
YOURSAY | Kudos to the Selangor FOI appeals board for disclosure of parking issue

YOURSAY | Kudos to the Selangor FOI appeals board for disclosure of parking issue

'Information must be shared with the people for vetting.'
UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

One official calls it the 'biggest public health intervention in a generation.'
Rescuer urges action as animal abuse case sees no enforcement

Rescuer urges action as animal abuse case sees no enforcement

At least 10 reports lodged over viral video of man abusing a puppy.
When chieftains shake the throne

When chieftains shake the throne

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