Archive - 22 June 2026

Harapan unveils Johor candidates, Maszlee for PKR in Puteri Wangsa

Harapan unveils Johor candidates, Maszlee for PKR in Puteri Wangsa

UPDATED 11.47PM | Anwar makes announcement during event in Tangkak tonight.
Muhyiddin attends PN meeting as decision on Bersatu looms

Muhyiddin attends PN meeting as decision on Bersatu looms

Session expected to discuss issues concerning coalition members.
SNAPSHOT | Rauf says Malacca polls likely in September; LRT3 to begin operating on June 29

SNAPSHOT | Rauf says Malacca polls likely in September; LRT3 to begin operating on June 29

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

Sara programme: Parliamentary committee moots govt agency take over MyKasih's role

Sara programme: Parliamentary committee moots govt agency take over MyKasih's role

PARLIAMENT | Cha says MOF should strengthen governance aspects of aid's implementation.
Anwar and TMJ close ranks after Johor revenue dispute

Anwar and TMJ close ranks after Johor revenue dispute

Meeting takes place in a 'cordial and harmonious atmosphere'.
LETTER | PAS is not the same party it was in the 90s

LETTER | PAS is not the same party it was in the 90s

There is enough space in PAS for me to contribute to the nation.
UK PM Starmer announces resignation in emotional speech

UK PM Starmer announces resignation in emotional speech

New Labour Party leader selection process to begin in July.
SNAPSHOT | Reset rep wants Bersatu removed from Kedah govt; Nik Nazmi: DAP reps keen to join Bersama

SNAPSHOT | Reset rep wants Bersatu removed from Kedah govt; Nik Nazmi: DAP reps keen to join Bersama

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm and 9pm.
Rafizi's 'kancil' targets southern Johor - what lies ahead

Rafizi's 'kancil' targets southern Johor - what lies ahead

Of Bersama's chosen 15 seats, eight are held by Umno.
Pua questions royal role in politics, wonders about Sedition Act risk

Pua questions royal role in politics, wonders about Sedition Act risk

UPDATED 4.20PM | 'When royals get involved in campaigns, aren't they subjecting themselves to retorts?'
Solve present migrant woes before recruiting more, Tenaganita tells govt

Solve present migrant woes before recruiting more, Tenaganita tells govt

Many workers left stranded, unemployed, underemployed, or pushed into irregular situations - Glorene.
51 agencies charged over alleged M'sia-Bangladesh labour syndicate

51 agencies charged over alleged M'sia-Bangladesh labour syndicate

High-profile individuals are expected to stand trial.
Bersama eyes 15 seats in Johor, on collision course with Umno and DAP

Bersama eyes 15 seats in Johor, on collision course with Umno and DAP

Most seats it plans to contest are currently held by Umno.
Johor Specialist Hospital performs Malaysia’s first awake mastoid and eardrum repair surgery

Johor Specialist Hospital performs Malaysia’s first awake mastoid and eardrum repair surgery

Procedure performed under local anaesthesia expands treatment options for carefully selected patients

MPs press govt for more mental health experts, facilities

MPs press govt for more mental health experts, facilities

PARLIAMENT | Rising mental health issues among adults, children, Dewan Rakyat hears.
'Migrant worker exploitation cannot be tolerated, their welfare must be protected'

'Migrant worker exploitation cannot be tolerated, their welfare must be protected'

Anwar urges for a more transparent and fair recruitment system.
Ajinomoto proposes to privatise Malaysian arm

Ajinomoto proposes to privatise Malaysian arm

Malaysian arm informs Bursa Malaysia that it received a letter on the proposal today.
SNAPSHOT | MACC probes transfer of elephants; Amanah leader defends federal spending in Johor

SNAPSHOT | MACC probes transfer of elephants; Amanah leader defends federal spending in Johor

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm and 9pm.
COMMENT | The 'other Malaysia' and plight of Indians

COMMENT | The 'other Malaysia' and plight of Indians

Our votes matter because our future depends on how we use them.
AG-PP separation: PSSC moots removing executive appointment powers, allowing legislative review

AG-PP separation: PSSC moots removing executive appointment powers, allowing legislative review

This is to enhance transparency and institutional independence.
LETTER | When families grow smaller: Rethinking ageing care in M'sia

LETTER | When families grow smaller: Rethinking ageing care in M'sia

Our aged care systems are primarily designed for elders with adult children.
LETTER | Truth made Kannadasan's legacy immortal

LETTER | Truth made Kannadasan's legacy immortal

The Tamil poet laureate was a multifaceted genius.
COMMENT | Can trash be halal?

COMMENT | Can trash be halal?

Nitpicking over what's religiously permissible or not misses the bigger picture, as always.
'Bersatu won't die!': Party readies for PN axing, moots new pact

'Bersatu won't die!': Party readies for PN axing, moots new pact

Muhyiddin says new coalition can be formed if PN cannot be saved.
PARLIAMENT | Anwar busy with rulers this week; MCA's 290km run for elephant ends

PARLIAMENT | Anwar busy with rulers this week; MCA's 290km run for elephant ends

What's going on in Parliament today, with updates at 11.30am, 2.30pm, and 6pm.

COMMENT | Hot Negeri Sembilan polls

COMMENT | Hot Negeri Sembilan polls

Unlike Johor, N Sembilan election is more complex due to state royal crisis.
From Penang to every city: Midyson marks 17 years of hair & scalp wellness with landmark expansion

From Penang to every city: Midyson marks 17 years of hair & scalp wellness with landmark expansion

Midyson Hair & Scalp Wellness proudly announced the grand opening of its 17th outlet in Kepong Menjalara, Kuala Lumpur.
SNAPSHOT | DAP moves fundraising event venue; more than 70 offer to represent Bersama in Johor polls

SNAPSHOT | DAP moves fundraising event venue; more than 70 offer to represent Bersama in Johor polls

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm and 9pm.
Muda scales down number of Johor polls candidates from 7 to 4

Muda scales down number of Johor polls candidates from 7 to 4

'Party doesn't want to field candidates just for the sake of it.'
COMMENT | How is Zaid going to carry water for PAS?

COMMENT | How is Zaid going to carry water for PAS?

His past statements show he knows exactly who he's dealing with.
PM, TMJ at odds over Johor funds

PM, TMJ at odds over Johor funds

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