Archive - 5 June 2026

SNAPSHOT | Keeping peace - cops on chieftain office commotion; Bersama goes solo in Johor

SNAPSHOT | Keeping peace - cops on chieftain office commotion; Bersama goes solo in Johor

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Guan Eng trial: MACC officer unaware of Zarul's links to other company in open tender

Guan Eng trial: MACC officer unaware of Zarul's links to other company in open tender

Zulhilmi says unsure if VST Cemerlang planted as a bidder in project tender.
Short-staffed Segamat Hospital O&G to close, Johor health dept says it's addressing issue

Short-staffed Segamat Hospital O&G to close, Johor health dept says it's addressing issue

Referrals for stable, elective cases from Rompin, Gemas suspended from June 1.
MACC urged to probe 'anomalies' in elephants' transfer to Japan

MACC urged to probe 'anomalies' in elephants' transfer to Japan

Lawyer raises questions about export arrangements and payment matters.
MHS calls for Selangor to withdraw guidelines on non-Muslim houses of worship

MHS calls for Selangor to withdraw guidelines on non-Muslim houses of worship

Concerns raised included restrictions on height of non-Muslim houses of worship.
SNAPSHOT | Subang, PJ constituents can still apply for funds: Fahmi; EC to meet on Johor polls June 12

SNAPSHOT | Subang, PJ constituents can still apply for funds: Fahmi; EC to meet on Johor polls June 12

What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Anwar backs N Sembilan polls, says federal govt recognises Tuanku Muhriz as rightful ruler

Anwar backs N Sembilan polls, says federal govt recognises Tuanku Muhriz as rightful ruler

Any opposing viewpoints should be voiced via appropriate channels, says PM.
N Sembilan chieftains object to state assembly dissolution, warn of legal implications

N Sembilan chieftains object to state assembly dissolution, warn of legal implications

Decision made without their permission as state co-rulers, they say.
Court freezes moves against N Sembilan royal council, orders status quo maintained

Court freezes moves against N Sembilan royal council, orders status quo maintained

Any measures that interfere with the council's status quo as of May 21 are invalid.
Police probe student activist over university corruption claims

Police probe student activist over university corruption claims

Gan alleges uni procurement system is 'hotbed of corruption, manipulation'.
One pass unlocks two major trade shows: FDM by SIAL 2026 and Chocolate Show 2026

One pass unlocks two major trade shows: FDM by SIAL 2026 and Chocolate Show 2026

Malaysia takes centre stage with two co-located events, cementing position as a regional F&B gateway with strong halal credentials and focus on chocolate, innovation and culinary talent

COMMENT | Constituency funds musn't be restricted, GLC posts not political rewards

COMMENT | Constituency funds musn't be restricted, GLC posts not political rewards

Such acts contrary to spirit of reform, reinforces culture of political patronage.
Tunku Nadzaruddin proclaimed as N Sembilan ruler, doubts raised on state assembly's dissolution

Tunku Nadzaruddin proclaimed as N Sembilan ruler, doubts raised on state assembly's dissolution

Rais claims proper procedures were not followed in legislative dissolution.
SNAPSHOT | Muhyiddin won't stand in Gambir; MOH, MOHE told to resolve Egypt pharmacy grads issue

SNAPSHOT | Muhyiddin won't stand in Gambir; MOH, MOHE told to resolve Egypt pharmacy grads issue

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

Klang MP calls for constituency funding reforms, equal allocations

Klang MP calls for constituency funding reforms, equal allocations

Elected lawmakers should be provided with adequate resources to serve their constituents - Ganabatirau.
Malaysia exposed itself to US forced labour tariff, says former Klang MP

Malaysia exposed itself to US forced labour tariff, says former Klang MP

Country's poor labour track record and lack of reforms made it an easy target.
COMMENT | Corruption, compounds, acquittals, pardons: What message are we sending?

COMMENT | Corruption, compounds, acquittals, pardons: What message are we sending?

Corruption is a betrayal of public trust, and everyone is observing govt's response.
Rentokil Initial Malaysia champions circular economy this World Environment Day

Rentokil Initial Malaysia champions circular economy this World Environment Day

Whether protecting a home or running a commercial business, Rentokil Initial Malaysia is implementing greener choices across the board to help create safer, healthier spaces for everyone without compromising the Earth.
Commotion in Tampin as cops bar N Sembilan chieftains from attending special meet

Commotion in Tampin as cops bar N Sembilan chieftains from attending special meet

UPDATED 1.23PM | Incident cools off after tunku besar Tampin spoke to district police chief.
COMMENT | Part 2: Will kancil save reformasi?

COMMENT | Part 2: Will kancil save reformasi?

Bersama's main weakness is not vote-splitting, but absence of distinct constituency.
DAP delays national congress to August, eyes more seats in Johor polls

DAP delays national congress to August, eyes more seats in Johor polls

Party will defend incumbent seats, Loke says.
SNAPSHOT | N Sembilan assembly's 'hasty' dissolution draws flak; explain curb on portal, MCMC told

SNAPSHOT | N Sembilan assembly's 'hasty' dissolution draws flak; explain curb on portal, MCMC told

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

COMMENT | An expensive lesson for Anwar

COMMENT | An expensive lesson for Anwar

Sticking with friends better than courting enemies; shame PM had to learn the hard way.
Will Anwar doom Harapan in Johor if snap GE not called?

Will Anwar doom Harapan in Johor if snap GE not called?

Voting data from past elections show that coalition supporters may not vote in separate polls.
Zahid keeps BN on Madani collision course

Zahid keeps BN on Madani collision course

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