Archive - 17 July 2026

SNAPSHOT | 'Corporate mafia': MCA joins calls for RCI; Malacca CM not filling state cabinet vacancies

SNAPSHOT | 'Corporate mafia': MCA joins calls for RCI; Malacca CM not filling state cabinet vacancies

What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
N Sembilan polls: Bersatu to contest under own flag, avoids BN, Harapan strongholds

N Sembilan polls: Bersatu to contest under own flag, avoids BN, Harapan strongholds

It's set to clash with PN in several seats.
Royal dispute: Rembau's disputed chieftain sacks 3 nobles; ousted noble argues decision

Royal dispute: Rembau's disputed chieftain sacks 3 nobles; ousted noble argues decision

Council cannot even hold meetings due to court injunction - Razak.
COMMENT | Can the 'derhaka' card defeat BN?

COMMENT | Can the 'derhaka' card defeat BN?

When it comes to Negeri Sembilan, it's obvious who defied the state monarch.
Help the 'sosah' or wallop them? PSM's charm offensive hits dialect hurdle

Help the 'sosah' or wallop them? PSM's charm offensive hits dialect hurdle

Party insists the word means 'hardship', but others claim it means 'to hit'.
SNAPSHOT | Political difference is not Islamophobia - group; no revision to Penang water tariff hikes

SNAPSHOT | Political difference is not Islamophobia - group; no revision to Penang water tariff hikes

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Sarawak launches Bagfest 2026 to drive regional animation and  games hub ambition

Sarawak launches Bagfest 2026 to drive regional animation and games hub ambition

Bagfest 2026 is projected to generate RM100 million in export opportunities and RM50 million in investment opportunities
Kota Damansara rep urges MBPJ to delay planned data centre

Kota Damansara rep urges MBPJ to delay planned data centre

PKR lawmaker urges city council to consult stakeholders before proceeding.
Let 'corporate mafia' probe proceed independently, transparently - Azalina

Let 'corporate mafia' probe proceed independently, transparently - Azalina

Govt views allegations seriously, minister says.
Loke praises BN's organised Johor strategy, plots N Sembilan's 'campaign of hope'

Loke praises BN's organised Johor strategy, plots N Sembilan's 'campaign of hope'

He also anticipates opponents using race card to demonise DAP in N Sembilan.
Company gave Bersatu RM1m for unknown reasons, witness tells court in Muhyiddin's graft trial

Company gave Bersatu RM1m for unknown reasons, witness tells court in Muhyiddin's graft trial

Nepturis managing director says this was done on the instruction of the company owner.
Loke: DAP not quitting Harapan, cannot go far on its own

Loke: DAP not quitting Harapan, cannot go far on its own

'I am a believer in coalition politics.'
SNAPSHOT | Najib to undergo heart surgery; Kepong MP: Make public IIUM study on mayoral polls

SNAPSHOT | Najib to undergo heart surgery; Kepong MP: Make public IIUM study on mayoral polls

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

Reckless driving compensation law to undergo PSSC scrutiny - Loke

Reckless driving compensation law to undergo PSSC scrutiny - Loke

Minister says cabinet has given its approval in principle.
COMMENT | Why pursue criminal defamation charge against Sofia Rini?

COMMENT | Why pursue criminal defamation charge against Sofia Rini?

The decision is truly baffling.
Naza B Eco Services (Naza BES) strengthening Malaysia's sustainable waste management ecosystem

Naza B Eco Services (Naza BES) strengthening Malaysia's sustainable waste management ecosystem

A key strength of Naza BES lies in its role as the exclusive sales, marketing and transportation management company for JNA.
COMMENT | The Onn factor: Leadership begins after victory

COMMENT | The Onn factor: Leadership begins after victory

After voter trust, now comes the difficult task.
Goodbye PN?: Muhyiddin raps Samsuri over BN talks, Bersatu to move on

Goodbye PN?: Muhyiddin raps Samsuri over BN talks, Bersatu to move on

Not genuine Malay unity but realignment of political power, party chief says.
'Give us assurances or lose our capital': Tech commune founder demands audience with PM after scrutiny

'Give us assurances or lose our capital': Tech commune founder demands audience with PM after scrutiny

Balaji calls allegations against Network School a 'fake story by anonymous internet trolls.'
Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 regional edition forges legacies with trailblazers across Asia

Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 regional edition forges legacies with trailblazers across Asia

The Awards paid tribute to industry leaders that exemplify excellence, resilience, foresight, and sustainable growth
COMMENT | PN's overrated Johor swing: Results analysis - Part 2

COMMENT | PN's overrated Johor swing: Results analysis - Part 2

BN won an overwhelming majority without PN core supporters.
PAC not satisfied with govt for rejecting DBKL appointed councillor system suggestion

PAC not satisfied with govt for rejecting DBKL appointed councillor system suggestion

Move weakens effort to strengthen transparency, says Mas Ermieyati.
Pig farms: Enforce environmental laws, not apply blanket ban - deputy minister rebuts Wan Saiful

Pig farms: Enforce environmental laws, not apply blanket ban - deputy minister rebuts Wan Saiful

Should we punish entire industry for the faults of few, Chan asks.
SNAPSHOT | Johor exco members to be sworn in tomorrow; Muar MP raises over RM50k on first day of run

SNAPSHOT | Johor exco members to be sworn in tomorrow; Muar MP raises over RM50k on first day of run

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

Three police reports lodged after Sg Perak turns greenish-blue again

Three police reports lodged after Sg Perak turns greenish-blue again

Perak minerals director says inspection cleared tin mine often blamed for pollution.
BN, PN lace up while Bersatu left at starting line

BN, PN lace up while Bersatu left at starting line

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.
PN unveils 11 candidates, completes N Sembilan seat line-up with 'friend' BN

PN unveils 11 candidates, completes N Sembilan seat line-up with 'friend' BN

List includes several ex-lawmakers, former exco.