Archive - 19 August 2026

Minister's ex-aide pressured me for a cut over RM19m project fee, says witness

Minister's ex-aide pressured me for a cut over RM19m project fee, says witness

'Sayed Amir even threatened to block me from meeting minister if demand not met.'

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SNAPSHOT | Rafizi initiates legal action against rapper Caprice

SNAPSHOT | Rafizi initiates legal action against rapper Caprice

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

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Peka urges govt to explain delays in Orang Asli land gazettement

Peka urges govt to explain delays in Orang Asli land gazettement

This is a failure by state govt, Putrajaya - Rajesh.

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'Thank you, Tok Guru': PAS recalls Chinese wives praising gambling ban

'Thank you, Tok Guru': PAS recalls Chinese wives praising gambling ban

Tuan Ibrahim stresses all religions prohibit vice and emphasise positive values.

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SNAPSHOT | NGO: Enact equal funding laws for reps in Penang, S'gor; group welcomes PM's idea on SST changes

SNAPSHOT | NGO: Enact equal funding laws for reps in Penang, S'gor; group welcomes PM's idea on SST changes

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

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N Sembilan, Johor polls: Free durians, lucky draws prompt Bersih reform call

N Sembilan, Johor polls: Free durians, lucky draws prompt Bersih reform call

Watchdog seeks tighter rules on govt resources, racial politics, election manipulation.

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Fahmi says govt may discuss call for equal funding 'in future'

Fahmi says govt may discuss call for equal funding 'in future'

Govt spokesperson says Anwar is aware of issue.

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SNAPSHOT | MACC says NFA in probe against ex-minister; Umno leader chides DAP over reforms push

SNAPSHOT | MACC says NFA in probe against ex-minister; Umno leader chides DAP over reforms push

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

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COMMENT | DAP's dilemma is so familiar

COMMENT | DAP's dilemma is so familiar

The party's experience in govt echoes the predicament MCA once faced.

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Govt drops liquid nicotine appeal, health groups demand clarity

Govt drops liquid nicotine appeal, health groups demand clarity

Move leaves questions over how nicotine products should be regulated.

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PM backs China's right to use force on Taiwan, Taipei hits back with trade threat

PM backs China's right to use force on Taiwan, Taipei hits back with trade threat

Anwar voices support for One China policy.

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Firm attributes Hulu Perak mine's second suspension in 9 months to extreme rainfall

Firm attributes Hulu Perak mine's second suspension in 9 months to extreme rainfall

Surprise inspection on Aug 4 finds untreated water entered river system.

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Immigration truck crash in KL leaves father, two daughters dead

Immigration truck crash in KL leaves father, two daughters dead

Trio killed on the spot, mother sustains serious injuries in early morning accident.

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Meet 'Lethal Lefty' Lim You: Teen sensation fires 7 as M'sia thrashes Saudi 9-0 to reach semis

Meet 'Lethal Lefty' Lim You: Teen sensation fires 7 as M'sia thrashes Saudi 9-0 to reach semis

Fans are comparing the U-16 midfielder to former Liverpool star Mohamed Salah.

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RM3,000 solar rebate is open: Why Malaysian homeowners should not wait too long

RM3,000 solar rebate is open: Why Malaysian homeowners should not wait too long

For homeowners who have been waiting for solar to become more affordable, this is the clearest push yet.

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Why PN is willing to kow-tow to BN in Malacca even if it means winning just 3 seats

Why PN is willing to kow-tow to BN in Malacca even if it means winning just 3 seats

Analysts weigh in on PN's reluctance to demand more seats to contest.

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Carving up the peninsula: Zahid's aide moots plan for BN control in south, PN in east

Carving up the peninsula: Zahid's aide moots plan for BN control in south, PN in east

INTERVIEW | Razlan hopes no party would seek to drive a wedge between both coalitions.

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UBB Investment ex-CEO pleads not guilty to defrauding RM139m investment

UBB Investment ex-CEO pleads not guilty to defrauding RM139m investment

UPDATED 11.33AM | Charge concerns investment into an education company in September last year.

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COMMENT | Reforming higher education beyond UUCA's abolition

COMMENT | Reforming higher education beyond UUCA's abolition

Govt must engage in extensive consultations with all stakeholders, particularly students and academics.

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DAP's red line for quitting govt not yet defined, reform push is priority, leaders say

DAP's red line for quitting govt not yet defined, reform push is priority, leaders say

They argue this necessitates working with BN.

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SNAPSHOT | Zaid urges Pahang ruler to set up Orang Asli commission; Syed Saddiq, Bella to marry on Oct 10

SNAPSHOT | Zaid urges Pahang ruler to set up Orang Asli commission; Syed Saddiq, Bella to marry on Oct 10

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

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COMMENT | ANPR: When parking enforcement becomes a test of public trust

COMMENT | ANPR: When parking enforcement becomes a test of public trust

The technology's suspension exposes questions over how authorities exercise power.

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YOURSAY | Rakyat want smarter wages, taxes to ease cost squeeze

YOURSAY | Rakyat want smarter wages, taxes to ease cost squeeze

'What's the point of minimum wage increase if cost of living increases with more taxes?'

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Analyst: Fraying Harapan-BN ties good for public, could spur 'corporate mafia' RCI

Analyst: Fraying Harapan-BN ties good for public, could spur 'corporate mafia' RCI

Wong says rivalry could strengthen accountability, expose alleged wrongdoing.

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When citizens become enemies

When citizens become enemies

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

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