Archive - 18 June 2026

SNAPSHOT | Zafrul wants chance to contest seat in S'gor for GE16; GRS accepts Upko

SNAPSHOT | Zafrul wants chance to contest seat in S'gor for GE16; GRS accepts Upko

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

New road transport amendment bill to be tabled Monday, targets illegal racing

New road transport amendment bill to be tabled Monday, targets illegal racing

Loke says proposals have received support from opposition MPs in PSSC.
Ex-footballer insists RTM axed him as World Cup commentator because of PAS ties

Ex-footballer insists RTM axed him as World Cup commentator because of PAS ties

Broadcasting department chief denies this, points out Brazil-Morocco match commentating.
KPJ Healthcare launches Digestive Care 4 Life Campaign

KPJ Healthcare launches Digestive Care 4 Life Campaign

Nationwide initiative to provide 500 complimentary endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures for public patients.
SNAPSHOT | Johor polls: Muda candidates soon; Mahfuz slams Onn for using royal institution as shield

SNAPSHOT | Johor polls: Muda candidates soon; Mahfuz slams Onn for using royal institution as shield

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

Bersatu fails in bid to lift freeze on bank accounts

Bersatu fails in bid to lift freeze on bank accounts

Judge rules MACC did not abuse its power.
MACC identifies 1,638 more firms suspected of false Daya Kerjaya 2.0 claims

MACC identifies 1,638 more firms suspected of false Daya Kerjaya 2.0 claims

Halim says 97 have been detained as of last Tuesday.
Deputy minister: 388 sexual harassment cases recorded in first 5 months of 2026

Deputy minister: 388 sexual harassment cases recorded in first 5 months of 2026

Lim also notes a rising trend in reported cases.
Suit against Muhyiddin: Court reduces Guan Eng's damages from RM1.05m to RM450k

Suit against Muhyiddin: Court reduces Guan Eng's damages from RM1.05m to RM450k

Judges allow part of ex-PM's appeal against High Court's decision.
MACC's new chief pledges improvements after first month of challenges

MACC's new chief pledges improvements after first month of challenges

Halim looks forward to bettering the commission despite a mismatched career experience.
PAS Youth defends 'campus conversion' rights, cites constitutional protections

PAS Youth defends 'campus conversion' rights, cites constitutional protections

Muslims' right to propagate peacefully and prudently should be respected, Sukri says.
Focus on Puteri Wangsa issues, not seat tussle - Muda tells rivals

Focus on Puteri Wangsa issues, not seat tussle - Muda tells rivals

Party chief says voters care more about how elected reps can resolve issues.
Gateway to Gawai: Where the Journey Home Begins

Gateway to Gawai: Where the Journey Home Begins

As Hari Gawai brings Sarawakians home to family, the journey begins with reunions and shared experiences that connect people

SNAPSHOT | Bersama aims for 10-20 federal seats in GE16; Johor Harapan to unveil polls candidates soon

SNAPSHOT | Bersama aims for 10-20 federal seats in GE16; Johor Harapan to unveil polls candidates soon

What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm and 9pm.
COMMENT | State polls first audit of Anwar's political arrangement

COMMENT | State polls first audit of Anwar's political arrangement

Fraying Harapan-BN alliance shows limits of political pacts of convenience.
Police, MCMC reports lodged against J-Kom DG over 'Cina sesat' post

Police, MCMC reports lodged against J-Kom DG over 'Cina sesat' post

Post could incite racial sentiment, disrupt public order - Albert.
Hamzah clarifies Wawasan Negara's status, says it is a renamed party under takeover

Hamzah clarifies Wawasan Negara's status, says it is a renamed party under takeover

Party already approved for registration prior to takeover, Larut MP adds.
COMMENT | Is Netanyahu losing influence in the US?

COMMENT | Is Netanyahu losing influence in the US?

While region remains volatile, Israel can no longer expect unconditional support from Washington.
Johor polls: Zahid courts Chinese voters as BN eyes Putrajaya

Johor polls: Zahid courts Chinese voters as BN eyes Putrajaya

Harapan's dismal performance, PN's infighting may give BN an edge.
SNAPSHOT | Azmin, Radzi ouster strengthens PAS' grip on PN - Tun Faisal

SNAPSHOT | Azmin, Radzi ouster strengthens PAS' grip on PN - Tun Faisal

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
YOURSAY | UEC has ceased to be an education issue

YOURSAY | UEC has ceased to be an education issue

'It is now tied to racial politics.'
PN drops Azmin, Radzi, appoints PAS, MIPP leaders to key posts

PN drops Azmin, Radzi, appoints PAS, MIPP leaders to key posts

PN chief says changes made in preparation for Johor, N Sembilan polls.
COMMENT | Anti-Rohingya hate campaign not harmless, authorities must act

COMMENT | Anti-Rohingya hate campaign not harmless, authorities must act

Precedents throughout history show that normalised hate speech eventually leads to violence.