Archive - 12 August 2026

SNAPSHOT | Plan to beef up airport security to be presented to cabinet; Yusoff's suit: Sept 21 for PM's interlocutory bid

SNAPSHOT | Plan to beef up airport security to be presented to cabinet; Yusoff's suit: Sept 21 for PM's interlocutory bid

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

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Kelantan govt passes new syariah criminal offences law - what's different?

Kelantan govt passes new syariah criminal offences law - what's different?

UPDATED 7.27PM | Federal Court ruling prompted changes to laws deemed unconstitutional in 2024.

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Civil society groups, individuals call for Parliament to serve full term, pursue reforms

Civil society groups, individuals call for Parliament to serve full term, pursue reforms

They want the remaining time used to strengthen democracy, electoral processes.

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Rafizi: Bersama to name 'shadow candidates' in eyed seats

Rafizi: Bersama to name 'shadow candidates' in eyed seats

Our experience is that we have a sufficient mix of talent, he says.

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New passports valid for more than 10 years suspended after check-in problems

New passports valid for more than 10 years suspended after check-in problems

Immigration DG says holders of affected passports would be prioritised for replacement.

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PPC Moulding Services drives global manufacturing excellence through visionary leadership

PPC Moulding Services drives global manufacturing excellence through visionary leadership

Under Grahame’s leadership, PPC Moulding Services (Malaysia) has evolved from a single production facility into a world-class manufacturing operation.

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'Heartbroken' with PKR, Wong Chen marks new move with Bersama

'Heartbroken' with PKR, Wong Chen marks new move with Bersama

UPDATED 4.56PM | Ex-MP says it's necessary, lists 'personal insults' as reason for departure.

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SNAPSHOT | Perak DAP wants party to stay in federal govt; electoral groups urge postal votes for East M'sians

SNAPSHOT | Perak DAP wants party to stay in federal govt; electoral groups urge postal votes for East M'sians

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

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Federal Court upholds ruling quashing Kedah gambling outlet ban

Federal Court upholds ruling quashing Kedah gambling outlet ban

State govt's policy was found to encroach on federal govt's powers.

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Pahang villagers claim duped into PKR membership during aid programme

Pahang villagers claim duped into PKR membership during aid programme

UPDATED 2.09PM | Recipients say they were asked for identity cards and phone numbers.

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YOURSAY | Race-based politics is here to stay

YOURSAY | Race-based politics is here to stay

'We're structurally, institutionally, and historically embedded with race and religion.'

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Rosmah ordered to deposit RM67.46m payout to jeweller into stakeholders' account in 1 month

Rosmah ordered to deposit RM67.46m payout to jeweller into stakeholders' account in 1 month

UPDATED 11.53AM | This comes after she didn't return 43 pieces of jewellery to the company.

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From Kuala Lumpur to Antalya: Malaysia's Road to COP31 Begins at Home

From Kuala Lumpur to Antalya: Malaysia's Road to COP31 Begins at Home

COP31, running from 9 to 20 November, has been described as a summit focused on translating global commitments into measurable action.

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DAP delegates tipped to keep party in govt posts, ex-MP says Harapan needs 'a spine'

DAP delegates tipped to keep party in govt posts, ex-MP says Harapan needs 'a spine'

Grassroots sentiment leans towards having the party serve out its term in government.

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Tabung Haji bought Putrajaya Perdana shares when it was under Jho Low's control

Tabung Haji bought Putrajaya Perdana shares when it was under Jho Low's control

The pilgrims' fund purchased a 30pct stake in the company for RM193 million.

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SNAPSHOT | No Subang by-election after MP resigned, EC confirms

SNAPSHOT | No Subang by-election after MP resigned, EC confirms

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

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Malaysiakini appoints new editor-in-chief

Malaysiakini appoints new editor-in-chief

Andrew Ong takes over from Steven Gan, who stepped down in 2023.

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How BN is using flawed polls results to deny PN equal partnership in Malacca

How BN is using flawed polls results to deny PN equal partnership in Malacca

BN wants to defend all seats it won in 2021, but that state polls results were heavily skewed.

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Fast-track your Global Actuarial career with APU

Fast-track your Global Actuarial career with APU

With both UK and US accreditation, APU stands out as a beacon of excellence for its Actuarial Science programme.

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Podcasting duo’s arrest raises questions about selective policing of 'sensitive views'

Podcasting duo’s arrest raises questions about selective policing of 'sensitive views'

CIJ describes police action against duo as 'extremely disproportionate'.

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PM laid up, PN walks out

PM laid up, PN walks out

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

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