Archive - 16 May 2026

Ex-minister: UEC debate reflects differing priorities between peninsula, Bornean states

Ex-minister: UEC debate reflects differing priorities between peninsula, Bornean states

In peninsula, UEC gets linked to national identity, among others – Salleh.
Zaliha defends delisting liquid nicotine from poisons list, says MOH to appeal court ruling

Zaliha defends delisting liquid nicotine from poisons list, says MOH to appeal court ruling

Move was critical to enable govt to regulate, tax nicotine vape products, she explains.
Anwar's direction for GE16 to be focus of Harapan convention tomorrow - Fahmi

Anwar's direction for GE16 to be focus of Harapan convention tomorrow - Fahmi

Communications director says speech is very significant in setting machinery's strategy.
SNAPSHOT | Lawyer pans MalaysiaNow editor probe; minister cautions on income tier use for fuel subsidy

SNAPSHOT | Lawyer pans MalaysiaNow editor probe; minister cautions on income tier use for fuel subsidy

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

'Daulat Tuanku' rally: Reject DAP in GE16 - PAS leader tells 3k attendees

'Daulat Tuanku' rally: Reject DAP in GE16 - PAS leader tells 3k attendees

Sukri also calls for action to be taken against Seri Kembangan rep.
BN to go solo in Johor state election

BN to go solo in Johor state election

UPDATED 5.54PM | Coalition to contest all 56 seats, Onn says.
Batik Air celebrates educators with special Teacher’s Day offer

Batik Air celebrates educators with special Teacher’s Day offer

As part of the campaign, educators can enjoy up to 15% off Economy Value Fares and up to 30% off Economy Flexi Fares when booking flights using the promo code FLYGURUBITARA.
MOE announces 12 initiatives to empower teachers

MOE announces 12 initiatives to empower teachers

Among others, the expansion of the Federal Teaching Scholarship to school leaders pursuing Master's degrees.
PN revokes approval for MIC to join coalition after 'delay' in response

PN revokes approval for MIC to join coalition after 'delay' in response

UPDATED 5.13PM | Decision follows frustration over party's 'lack of urgency'.
COMMENT | Fix lack of critical thinking among students first

COMMENT | Fix lack of critical thinking among students first

As UEC recognition debate rages, other issues need to be addressed.
PAS strengthens grip on PN, coalition chief Samsuri becomes opposition leader

PAS strengthens grip on PN, coalition chief Samsuri becomes opposition leader

UPDATED 3.32PM | Decision comes after top PN leaders' meeting in KL today.
SNAPSHOT | Learn to accept criticisms, PM urges teachers; RM5b SME relief scheme now open

SNAPSHOT | Learn to accept criticisms, PM urges teachers; RM5b SME relief scheme now open

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

PM: Entry for UEC holders to public uni still subject to strict conditions, must pass BM and History

PM: Entry for UEC holders to public uni still subject to strict conditions, must pass BM and History

Same requirements applied to other graduates from schools outside national education system, Anwar says.
Police probing claims Jho Low was in country last year

Police probing claims Jho Low was in country last year

Appropriate action will be taken, IGP says.
COMMENT | The IJM saga: Arrest, investigate, exonerate

COMMENT | The IJM saga: Arrest, investigate, exonerate

Such theatrics only undermine public trust in enforcement institutions.
M'sia should oppose Low's US pardon bid despite being 'non-issue', says Gobind

M'sia should oppose Low's US pardon bid despite being 'non-issue', says Gobind

'We must never allow architects of this crime to bypass doors of justice.'
LETTER | Austerity, but smarter: Why Malaysia needs a chief savings officer

LETTER | Austerity, but smarter: Why Malaysia needs a chief savings officer

Smarter austerity is needed through efficiency savings, not just broad spending cuts.
Federal Territories PKR Youth chief leaves party

Federal Territories PKR Youth chief leaves party

UPDATED 2.46PM | PKR veering away from ideals it previously championed - Asheeq.
SNAPSHOT | Cops nab sex offender over Shah Alam case; decision needed on UEC - Ramasamy

SNAPSHOT | Cops nab sex offender over Shah Alam case; decision needed on UEC - Ramasamy

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.
COMMENT | Can Anwar deliver what Malaysians really want?

COMMENT | Can Anwar deliver what Malaysians really want?

Debate often gets stuck on race and votes.
Kijal rep Razali retains seat after RM2k fine ruling

Kijal rep Razali retains seat after RM2k fine ruling

Fine does not trigger disqualification under constitutional limits.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended 45 days following US-mediated talks

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended 45 days following US-mediated talks

Further political and security negotiations planned in the coming weeks.
YOURSAY | Govt throws crumbs at UEC holders

YOURSAY | Govt throws crumbs at UEC holders

'Uni entrance scheme so politicised, any adjustments risk raising contention.'
Missile shipment ban: Norway company cannot hide behind 'force majeure' - lawyer

Missile shipment ban: Norway company cannot hide behind 'force majeure' - lawyer

Nizam says govt should pursue compensation from defence contractor.