Archive - 17 August 2026

SNAPSHOT | Appellate court bins ex-MP's suit on voter; cops block roads after Genting Highlands robbery

SNAPSHOT | Appellate court bins ex-MP's suit on voter; cops block roads after Genting Highlands robbery

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

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'Wrath of the wife' beats gambling urge among Kelantan Chinese, says PAS exco on court ruling

'Wrath of the wife' beats gambling urge among Kelantan Chinese, says PAS exco on court ruling

They're no longer interested because their wives will get angry, says Hilmi.

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No idea why dropped from US$5.64b lawsuit, former 1MDB CEO tells court

No idea why dropped from US$5.64b lawsuit, former 1MDB CEO tells court

Shahrol says he didn't strike any deal with govt.

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Johor factory temporarily shut over 'upside down' flags

Johor factory temporarily shut over 'upside down' flags

Company rep needs to explain gaffe, state exco says.

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SNAPSHOT | Ex-minister Xavier rejoins PKR; company CEO remanded over Tabung Haji probe

SNAPSHOT | Ex-minister Xavier rejoins PKR; company CEO remanded over Tabung Haji probe

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

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Mercu UEM Draped in Patriotism with Giant Jalur Gemilang Display

Mercu UEM Draped in Patriotism with Giant Jalur Gemilang Display

The national flag stretches across seven floors of the 29-storey tower

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Economic and Financial Developments in Malaysia in the Second Quarter of 2026

Economic and Financial Developments in Malaysia in the Second Quarter of 2026

The Malaysian economy grew by 6% in the second quarter of 2026

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Destroying DAP won't make Malays safer, Ibrahim chides PAS for ditching 'kawan' to woo 'janda'

Destroying DAP won't make Malays safer, Ibrahim chides PAS for ditching 'kawan' to woo 'janda'

"Hypocritical Malay and Muslim leaders damage Malays, Islam.'

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Student groups welcome UUCA repeal promise, but warn against old wine in new bottle

Student groups welcome UUCA repeal promise, but warn against old wine in new bottle

They say the replacement legislation cannot contain same restrictions.

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LETTER | PKR's attempt to revive reformasi too little, too late

LETTER | PKR's attempt to revive reformasi too little, too late

Poor election outings show people are no longer willing to accept rhetoric without results.

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'No M'sian should be made to feel like an enemy': Interfaith group sounds Merdeka alarm over rising hate

'No M'sian should be made to feel like an enemy': Interfaith group sounds Merdeka alarm over rising hate

MCCBCHST calls for greater mutual respect, warns against 'dangerous path' of racial politics.

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COMMENT | Global ratings rank M'sia's FOI bill among worst in the world

COMMENT | Global ratings rank M'sia's FOI bill among worst in the world

PSSC must take urgent action to bring it in line with international standards.

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FT mufti rebuts Mujahid's claim of 'haram' Tabung Haji dividends

FT mufti rebuts Mujahid's claim of 'haram' Tabung Haji dividends

Dividends given validly owned by depositors, Fauwaz says.

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SNAPSHOT | Amanah gives free legal help to those slapped with LOD from Asyraf; MAS pilot drug screening done

SNAPSHOT | Amanah gives free legal help to those slapped with LOD from Asyraf; MAS pilot drug screening done

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

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PAS veep indicates PN lacking confidence to repeat GE15 success in Malacca

PAS veep indicates PN lacking confidence to repeat GE15 success in Malacca

We don't want to demand seats when it doesn't match our strengths - Idris.

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Gobind wants PM to deliver on four reforms by year end, act with same speed as Tabung Haji RCI

Gobind wants PM to deliver on four reforms by year end, act with same speed as Tabung Haji RCI

The four are AG-PP role, PM term limit, Sosma, and PAA.

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Separated from family, Bersih activist invokes God's wrath on Sabah leaders

Separated from family, Bersih activist invokes God's wrath on Sabah leaders

UPDATED 1.20PM | Asraf also condemns those who flipped the blame on him.

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COMMENT | Harapan's final kamikaze mission before losing

COMMENT | Harapan's final kamikaze mission before losing

They should throw caution to the wind and deliver their promises for everyone's benefit.

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'Vicious witch hunt': Calls grow for inquiry into media scrutiny of late Cambridge professor

'Vicious witch hunt': Calls grow for inquiry into media scrutiny of late Cambridge professor

Letter to British PM, signed by 30,000, comes after Arday's death.

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Name Umno leaders who opposed funds for PN states, Akmal, Fadhli dare Anwar

Name Umno leaders who opposed funds for PN states, Akmal, Fadhli dare Anwar

PAS leader also says this means PM could have pushed through reforms.

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YTL AI Labs partners with AI Malaysia Takeover 2026 to champion local AI development

YTL AI Labs partners with AI Malaysia Takeover 2026 to champion local AI development

Flagship Learn-A-Thon recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records, with YTL AI Labs powering the hands-on experience through ILMUchat

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COMMENT | Electoral system: Why Malaysia should emulate Thailand

COMMENT | Electoral system: Why Malaysia should emulate Thailand

There are calls to adopt Singapore's GRC or Australia's preferential voting, but let's look at Thailand's MMM instead.

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SNAPSHOT | DAP congress drubbed as 'theatre'; Tabung Haji reviewing UK assets

SNAPSHOT | DAP congress drubbed as 'theatre'; Tabung Haji reviewing UK assets

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

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YOURSAY | DAP opts to stay, but turnout raises questions

YOURSAY | DAP opts to stay, but turnout raises questions

‘Only 43 percent of total delegates voted, what convincing majority?’

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COMMENT | Madani inflicts a gut shot

COMMENT | Madani inflicts a gut shot

Malay political operatives are always accusing each other of being race traitors.

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Harapan manifesto suddenly doable?

Harapan manifesto suddenly doable?

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

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