Archive - 25 June 2026

Anwar remains most favoured political leader - Merdeka Center survey

Anwar remains most favoured political leader - Merdeka Center survey

42pct continue to believe the country is moving in the right direction.
SNAPSHOT | Incumbent Layang-Layang rep joins Bersatu; cable theft hampers flood management efforts

SNAPSHOT | Incumbent Layang-Layang rep joins Bersatu; cable theft hampers flood management efforts

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

MOF: Cost-cutting measures to offset rising subsidy costs, not stop all official visits

MOF: Cost-cutting measures to offset rising subsidy costs, not stop all official visits

'They have been introduced without affecting critical services for the public.
It's not about my son but the selection process, says Puad on quit decision

It's not about my son but the selection process, says Puad on quit decision

Ex-Umno leader alleges influence by 'certain parties', cronyism.
PARLIAMENT | MPs pan private hospitals over arbitrary charges; close watch on elephants at Tennoji Zoo

PARLIAMENT | MPs pan private hospitals over arbitrary charges; close watch on elephants at Tennoji Zoo

Lawmakers urge Bank Negara, MOH to intervene to protect consumers.
SNAPSHOT | Cops probing Puad over royal remarks; Johor PSM secretary sole polls candidate

SNAPSHOT | Cops probing Puad over royal remarks; Johor PSM secretary sole polls candidate

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

Allianz Malaysia rewards 25 customers in celebration of its 25th anniversary

Allianz Malaysia rewards 25 customers in celebration of its 25th anniversary

Grand Experience Prize winner drives home a Proton e.MAS 5, 24 Special Experience Prize winners enjoy premium dining experiences
Wawasan Negara, Gerakan to sit out Johor polls

Wawasan Negara, Gerakan to sit out Johor polls

UPDATED 7.04PM | Hamzah says party to focus on N Sembilan, will back qualified candidates.
Govt defers Prisons Bill after MPs object to 'regressive' immunity clause

Govt defers Prisons Bill after MPs object to 'regressive' immunity clause

UPDATED 6.41PM | PARLIAMENT | Home Ministry agrees to bring proposed legislation to two PSSCs.
Umno not 'family party': Akmal slams Puad, to lodge police report on claims against royals

Umno not 'family party': Akmal slams Puad, to lodge police report on claims against royals

He denies party sidelined youth candidates, saying young leaders being fielded in state polls.
Visit to Myanmar not a recognition of junta - Mohamad

Visit to Myanmar not a recognition of junta - Mohamad

PARLIAMENT | It is part of Asean's efforts to maintain communication in addressing country's crisis, foreign minister says.
High Court dismisses Indira's second bid to cite IGP for contempt

High Court dismisses Indira's second bid to cite IGP for contempt

Judge rules that evidence showed investigations have been initiated and are still ongoing.
Samsuri rebukes Bersatu, demands respect for PN discipline

Samsuri rebukes Bersatu, demands respect for PN discipline

'Once a decision is made through official mechanisms, all parties must respect it.'
PARLIAMENT | How about 'NGO-issued certificates', Shahidan quips after UEC's conditional nod

PARLIAMENT | How about 'NGO-issued certificates', Shahidan quips after UEC's conditional nod

Deputy higher education minister retorts by urging PN MP not to politicise issue.
From water to sovereignty: How royal video reignited Kedah-Penang debate online

From water to sovereignty: How royal video reignited Kedah-Penang debate online

Analysis shows historical ownership of Penang, sovereignty and identity dominant themes shaping online discussion.
SNAPSHOT | Chegubard claims trial to sedition over post on royals; PAS rep charged under Penal Code

SNAPSHOT | Chegubard claims trial to sedition over post on royals; PAS rep charged under Penal Code

What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Iran enters fragile peace with economy near breaking point

Iran enters fragile peace with economy near breaking point

A tray of eggs costs three times as much as it did a year ago.
Southeast Asia boost defense ties but avoids firm alliances

Southeast Asia boost defense ties but avoids firm alliances

New and subtle security network takes shape across region.
How Big Tech is changing journalism

How Big Tech is changing journalism

Tech giants' influence goes beyond media, even putting govts' under pressure.
Ikram official charged again with 17 counts of money laundering involving over RM17.9m

Ikram official charged again with 17 counts of money laundering involving over RM17.9m

Fakhrudin claims trial on all charges.
PARLIAMENT | MyKad-based diesel subsidy rollout due to rise in smuggling; Budi95 200L quota enough: Amir

PARLIAMENT | MyKad-based diesel subsidy rollout due to rise in smuggling; Budi95 200L quota enough: Amir

Less than 1pct of Budi95 recipients logged usage over the prescribed amount, says minister.
COMMENT | Why we need a progressive bloc

COMMENT | Why we need a progressive bloc

Future must be built by the many, for the many.
Puad quits Umno, claims party controlled by Johor palace; Onn denies assertions

Puad quits Umno, claims party controlled by Johor palace; Onn denies assertions

UPDATED 11AM | The former supreme council member alleges state assembly dissolved following royal decree.
SNAPSHOT | Amanah doubles down on fielding Teo; independent audit clears Battersea

SNAPSHOT | Amanah doubles down on fielding Teo; independent audit clears Battersea

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
COMMENT | Stiffer fines alone won't solve road safety problems

COMMENT | Stiffer fines alone won't solve road safety problems

Multiple studies show that getting caught concerns drivers more than the fine itself.
YOURSAY | Put enforcement in the driver's seat

YOURSAY | Put enforcement in the driver's seat

'No use increasing punishment when strict enforcement lacking.'
KINIGUIDE | How inmates who refused inhumane conditions were beaten, framed for riot

KINIGUIDE | How inmates who refused inhumane conditions were beaten, framed for riot

Some had fractured ribs, burst eardrums, forced to wear bloody clothes for weeks.